Don't buy an Elite Series 2, the build quality is shocking

[Colbert]

@BRiT

…clicks. I was planning on replacing the texture grips as well, but only about 20% is decayed so I keep postponing it. Today I gamed for an hour with the Series X controller. It’s very nice feel indeed. The D-Pad feels better than the Elite’s. It also has significantly nicer texture on the handles than the Elite V1. The Elite V1 texture grip seems soft material, while the Series controller is firm. I think the buttons are closer together too, or at least it feels like they’re closer together. The bumpers feels improved too. Maybe it’s because the controller is new, but the triggers don’t feel as soft as the Elite’s or has slightly more bounce back. I really hope they release an Elite V3 soon with the improvements from the Series X controller. which custom grips did you go with for the Elite?

The Scuff ones. But I am not sure if they are still available.

[Cerysnetics (Cerys)]

Well I gave it a few days, and as amazing as it feels I’m going to have to send it back. The left thumbstick is “sticking” or something on the inside. It takes noticeably more pressure to push the thumbtick toward “SouthEast” than any other direction. I didn’t really notice at first just thought it was the spring pulling it back to centre, but once I loaded up Destiny rather than Yakuza, I noticed it right away.

Shame really, but its way too much money to spend on something that I’m not 100% happy with. For a fraction of the price I could get a new Version design Lab one in the most garish pink they do Thanks for the help all, and my advice to anyone trying first, try a variety of games to make sure.

[WhiteDevilMan]

@Cerysnetics

Well I gave it a few days, and as amazing as it feels I’m going to have to send it back.

@Cerysnetics

its way too much money to spend on something that I’m not 100% happy with.

Can’t argue with that!

I’m sure Xbox has heard the feedback on these devices. I actually expect them to come out with an updated V3 for the series consoles. If MS tweaks these types of issues and adds in their standard series X changes (like how easy the bumpers are to use now!), they may be worth another look for you! I know I’d be willing to get one and use my new V2 as my spare/backup controller. Maybe it would be a better investment for you by then too.

Good news is how great the standard controller is! High praise coming from a controller snob like me. I hope things work out for you.

[Cerysnetics (Cerys)]

@WhiteDevilMan

Can’t argue with that!

I’m sure Xbox has heard the feedback on these devices. I actually expect them to come out with an updated V3 for the series consoles. If MS tweaks these types of issues and adds in their standard series X changes (like how easy the bumpers are to use now!), they may be worth another look for you! I know I’d be willing to get one and use my new V2 as my spare/backup controller. Maybe it would be a better investment for you by then too.

Good news is how great the standard controller is! High praise coming from a controller snob like me. I hope things work out for you.

Yeah, TBH its wasn’t that big a thing it was noticeable yes, but I probably could have gotten used to it, I’ve gotten used to previous controllers and a squeak here or a grind there. But this was twice the price of a “regular” controller and frankly £150 is way too much to “make do”.

The standard controllers are lovely, and my designlab one lasted 2 years before the rubber started to come off the sides. I’m happy to have tried one but the same price would get me a game and a new pink v2 standard. The paddles are great but not great enough, especially if I can use Mouse and keyboard.

[Thanathorn]

I tried a standard Xbox One controller yesterday after using a Xbox Series controller and it’s night and day. The Series controller is easily my favorite Xbox controller so far.

[DixieDean82]

Update to my OP. I eventually bought another Elite controller and it’s been working fine, however today the battery indicator turned solid orange, which indicates that it needs a charge. Yet, the battery is still half full according to the indicator on the guide. And it’s only been about 20 hours from the last charge.

Is this normal? Thanks.

[WhiteDevilMan]

@DixieDean82

the battery is still half full according to the indicator on the guide.

This isn’t new to me. I’ve frequently had multiple controllers (AA and OEM battery packs) show mid charge on the guide for hours then shut down. Or they’ll stay in red for hours and keep going.

I just ignore the guide on the battery life. I play until I’m done or the battery is then I charge them (or plug them in until I can stop and charge).

[cinste (Pete)]

Don’t think I’ve posted to this thread yet but if I had it would have been to say I’d had no problems with my elite 2 which was true until after I completed my play through of Ass. creed viking. At which point the RB became unresponsive only taking input on a hard button click on far right end (nothing on left at all).

So went to devices to arrange warranty repair and it just (in edge not chrome) gives a response to bumper fault to call or chat support which is easier said than done as all relevant options lead to no phone or chat support available for this issue.

If anyone finds themselves in a similar position then hit the button for Xbox gamer community chat where after answering a few questions on the issue a helpful cahp called Gerald (thanks Gerald if you’re reading this) was able to provide a direct link to support chat who arranged an exchange in minutes.

Fantastic support once i got through to the right people, pretty poor experience getting there (do not tell me to call or chat and then tell me call and chat is not available for my issue!)

[Doncabesa (Jesse Norris)]

I got mine on launch a year ago, had one issue with the bumpers but it was an easy fix. Other than that it’s been perfect. I honestly can’t imagine using anything else for any dual joystick shooter.

[cinste (Pete)]

@Doncabesa

I got mine on launch a year ago, had one issue with the bumpers but it was an easy fix. Other than that it’s been perfect. I honestly can’t imagine using anything else for any dual joystick shooter.

Agreed, difficult to return to a standard controller now, great bit of kit, which makes me all the more grateful it went pop with 1 week left on warranty rather than 1 week after it expired .