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Xbox One Elite Controller thread

CatInABox

Someone mentioned a while back that we should start a thread for the Elite Controller, perhaps in a joking manner, but it's not actually a bad idea. Any time anyone mentions that they're thinking about splashing out on this, everyone that owns one already seems to jump into the thread to talk about how utterly great it is (including myself), and it's starting to fill up the general thread.

If there's another load of Elite controller posts in one of the other threads, I'll move them in here.

With that out of the way, here's why the Elite is getting so many posts: It's an incredibly well engineered piece of tech. They've put a lot of thought into almost every single section of the controller, the weight is a little heavier than the standard controller, the triggers and shoulder buttons feel great, and the sticks seem a little tighter.

Then there's all the customisation you can do. The triggers can be set so they don't have as much travel, the d-pad can be swapped out, as can the sticks. You can add on paddles onto the back that can replicate the face buttons, meaning that you can press them without needing to take your thumbs off the sticks.

The entire thing can also be customised through an app, allowing you to swap buttons at will.

As to whether this will give someone an unfair advantage, it really won't. It's not going to automatically make you a better player, in fact, to get the most out of this controller, you'd need to be a pro player.

So why do I think it's still worth the massive amount of money? It's the premium feel of it. Going from the standard controller to the Elite is like getting out of your Opal Corsa and sitting behind the wheel of a brand new Mercedes. It's not going to make you a better driver, but it just feels so much better.

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[Deleted User]

That Argos deal is on again. Is the Elite worth purchasing? Have no problem with the price it's just all the negative reviews about it only lasting a few months i.e triggers and bumpers failing

jayo26

Everything breaks even the best of controllers break and if you have a specialist thread people are going to complain so it ends up looking bad. I have had mine for nearly a year now and no problems whatsoever it's the best I've ever had ive even bought a second one so yes I'd say the argos deal is worth it.

WarpAsylum

Deleted User wrote:

That Argos deal is on again. Is the Elite worth purchasing? Have no problem with the price it's just all the negative reviews about it only lasting a few months i.e triggers and bumpers failing

I have one and have no complaints.

Actually, just one; and that is that there's NO going back...

CatInABox

With the complaints about the elite controllers, it seems to be more that people who are suffering from broken controllers also suffer from broken elite controllers. Not in all cases, but most.

That's not a slight on the people suffering from this, it's not their fault, the number of complaints about the controllers means that it's an actual problem, the controllers are totally fine for some, and are totally junk for others.

Max Mafioso

Mine works fine, no issues with it but personally, I dont think its worth it just because it "looks and feels great"
I dont use it too often, still pick up the original controller and I still think it was a waste of my money.
I'm not saying the controller is terrible, its just that I dont see a need for it as it doesnt add anything extra to my gameplay and if I could go back in time I would stop myself from buying it.

Actually, the only thing I do like about it is the interchangeable thumbsticks and D-Pad but thats about it!

Adventagious

I really love my elite, it's a pleasure to use...but like a few here i did have to replace it for a broken button which was very disappointing.

If you really want to see a qualitative improvement in in gaming life getting a decent headset is amazing - play better and enjoy the games more.

TitianGerm

Max Mafioso wrote: »

Mine works fine, no issues with it but personally, I dont think its worth it just because it "looks and feels great"
I dont use it too often, still pick up the original controller and I still think it was a waste of my money.
I'm not saying the controller is terrible, its just that I dont see a need for it as it doesnt add anything extra to my gameplay and if I could go back in time I would stop myself from buying it.

Actually, the only thing I do like about it is the interchangeable thumbsticks and D-Pad but thats about it!

Are you using the paddles on the back? They help alot in racers and shooters. You never have to take you thumbs off the sticks to press the face buttons.

WarpAsylum

emmetkenny wrote:

Are you using the paddles on the back? They help alot in racers and shooters. You never have to take you thumbs off the sticks to press the face buttons.

Exactly, the paddles are where it's at!! So helpful.

eg. In Gears; roadie/cover/vault, switch weapon, pick up, and melee, all without taking your thumbs off the sticks. Overwatch; jump, reload, coms wheel, ult...all on the paddles.

But yeah, if you're not going to use them, it's a complete waste of money.

TitianGerm

WarpAsylum wrote: »

Exactly, the paddles are where it's at!! So helpful.

eg. In Gears; roadie/cover/vault, switch weapon, pick up, and melee, all without taking your thumbs off the sticks. Overwatch; jump, reload, coms wheel, ult...all on the paddles.

But yeah, if you're not going to use them, it's a complete waste of money.

I switch melee onto the right stick and crouch onto B.

Then on the paddles I've jump, crouch, ult and reload.

Makes playing Lucio much easier.

Mickeroo

After using a pad with paddles a regular controller feels like somebody designed a car with the wheels on the roof.

Max Mafioso

Yes I have used the paddles, I have them changed for different games but I dont really bother with it anymore

dr.kenneth noisewater

The Elite feels great to use, picked up my old controller recently for the first time in couple of months and hated how it felt but overall I'm not sure they are worth it. Am still only using 2 paddles so going to have to start using 4 and maybe I'll find it more helpful.

um7y1h83ge06nx

Anyone have any paddles that are getting a little loose?

My long paddle for the X button is now tending to shift a little up and down along the back of the controller recently - rather than just in and out to click the little button. Nothing major, just slightly annoying when I notice it.

I bought it in Argos in December so am definitely keeping the receipt safe.

WarpAsylum

I found there was a little bit of shift up and down on each paddle right out of the box.
I don't mind it, as it just allows a little bit of give as I'm never using my finger tips for a perfect press, I use about half way up each finger.

WarpAsylum

emmetkenny wrote:

Then on the paddles I've jump, crouch, ult and reload.

Man, I've never used crouch for anything else other than messing

....until yesterday. I used it to duck behind the centre piece at the first capture point in Temple of Anubis to avoid a "high noon".

The McCree got POTM for it, and it was cool seeing my head in danger and then just duck out of trouble.

I'll definitely put more stock in it now!

TitianGerm

WarpAsylum wrote: »

Man, I've never used crouch for anything else other than messing

....until yesterday. I used it to duck behind the centre piece at the first capture point in Temple of Anubis to avoid a "high noon".

The McCree got POTM for it, and it was cool seeing my head in danger and then just duck out of trouble.

I'll definitely put more stock in it now!

I always hide behind the payload when Solider etc ult. It's easy to dodge.

runawaybishop

Liamalone wrote: »

Well thankyou Gizmo, in this small pool of data it's good to hear from you lol. The One controller is a better 'controller' but it's an 'inferior' controller imo. Thank goodness I got the 'Elite' on a deal and returns are easy or else I would be well annoyed.

7+ years and not one Xbox 360 controller faulty.

Edit: forgot to add the old adage, 'if it's heavier, it must be better'

We use about 150-200 controllers. 5-7 of them developed left thumb drift and they were all the day one controllers. You must be really hammering your controllers.

Stone Deaf 4evr

runawaybishop wrote: »

We use about 150-200 controllers. 5-7 of them developed left thumb drift and they were all the day one controllers. You must be really hammering your controllers.

have you any job for him as a QA tester?

my day 1 developed a drift as well, any others I've gotten since have all been grand. (1 elite and 2 standards)

baby and crumble

I got one in the Argos deal.

OMG. I love it. The paddles are taking a bit of getting used to (stupid muscle memory!) but once I get over that I can see it making a massive difference.

Even my GF thinks it's sexy and suddenly has started playing Mass Effect with it... Hmmm... :pac:

WarpAsylum

baby and crumble wrote:

OMG. I love it. The paddles are taking a bit of getting used to (stupid muscle memory!) but once I get over that I can see it making a massive difference.

Yep, they take some getting used to, but it's SO worth it!!
...Just like that Argos deal

WarpAsylum

runawaybishop wrote:

We use about 150-200 controllers.

Please satisfy my curiosity

jayo26

WarpAsylum wrote: »

Please satisfy my curiosity

Bet ya it's a night club where everyone goes in and gets pissed and plays xbox.

Blazer

Andrew76 wrote: »

Pretty sweet specs for a console alright. Wonder will they bundle an Elite controller with it, beastly combo.

The elite controller is hugely flawed with lots of issues like bumper buttons and disconnects. Microsoft only give a 3 month warranty with it and most of these issues happen outside of it. Add to that the wifi card issues with the one s and the fact I'm on my 2nd elite controller which already has issues I'm very hesitant to go for the Scorpio. I already have a high end pc and since I have an nvidia shield I can stream to it from my pc and use that controller or just play the games on the pc itself.

FAILSAFE 00

Blazer wrote: »

The elite controller is hugely flawed with lots of issues like bumper buttons and disconnects. Microsoft only give a 3 month warranty with it and most of these issues happen outside of it. Add to that the wifi card issues with the one s and the fact I'm on my 2nd elite controller which already has issues I'm very hesitant to go for the Scorpio. I already have a high end pc and since I have an nvidia shield I can stream to it from my pc and use that controller or just play the games on the pc itself.

That's not true.

Microsoft give at least a 1 year warranty on the Elite Controller.

Also its the first I am hearing about a WiFi issue with the One S.

WarpAsylum

FAILSAFE 00 wrote:

That's not true.
Microsoft give at least a 1 year warranty on the Elite Controller.
Also its the first I am hearing about a WiFi issue with the One S.

Likewise!
And I've never had any issue with either...

Mickeroo

I presume it's this issue: http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057635807

kunst nugget

FAILSAFE 00 wrote: »

That's not true.

Microsoft give at least a 1 year warranty on the Elite Controller.

Also its the first I am hearing about a WiFi issue with the One S.

A lot of people online saying it's only a 3 month warranty.

mcgovern

kunst nugget wrote: »

A lot of people online saying it's only a 3 month warranty.

I think its a 3 month warranty but in Ireland your consumer rights override the warranty.
I did get an original Xbox One controller replaced by them a good bit after 3 months, but I did have to quote some Irish and EU law at them.

kunst nugget

mcgovern wrote: »

I think its a 3 month warranty but in Ireland your consumer rights override the warranty.
I did get an original Xbox One controller replaced by them a good bit after 3 months, but I did have to quote some Irish and EU law at them.

Yeah, it seems to be only an issue for people in the states as EU law would win out over here. Wonder what will happen to UK consumers with Brexit.

TitianGerm

Blazer wrote: »

The elite controller is hugely flawed with lots of issues like bumper buttons and disconnects. Microsoft only give a 3 month warranty with it and most of these issues happen outside of it. Add to that the wifi card issues with the one s and the fact I'm on my 2nd elite controller which already has issues I'm very hesitant to go for the Scorpio. I already have a high end pc and since I have an nvidia shield I can stream to it from my pc and use that controller or just play the games on the pc itself.

Never had a disconnect with my Elite pad, also have over 1000 hours use on it and no problems with bumpers or thumbsticks.

My One S doesn't seem to want to connect to the WiFi in my house but i have it wired anyway so no big deal, will see about getting a replacement though.

If your in the US you get a 3 month warranty on the Controller but in Ireland you have a 12 month warranty.