Alright. So far, I am loving the controller. Now that it's working properly, anyway. One slight complaint with packaging, one real complaint that has to do with the controller itself, while other issues I had lay with the programs I was gaming with.
Preface: I bought this controller to replace my old xbox 360 controller for PC gaming.
Packaging: The box looked as if it were opened. A bit weird, but okay.
Problems: Initially, the controller kept turning on and off, wouldn't connect properly and constantly shown to have low batteries ("critical" according to the Xbox game bar app...) despite having brand new ones put in. This is still an issue, but the battery is actually fine so I blame the Xbox game bar application for not sensing it right.
On top of this issue, the button inputs for "A" and "B" were confused for keyboard inputs during in-game sessions (on Steam).
Troubleshooting: I tested the controller via Xbox accessories app to make sure the inputs were working fine, and they were.
Going to video guides and various forums I found out the battery problem was possibly caused by the clip bits that have the "+" and "-" signs on them being a bit too compressed, and gently pulling them out (to make sure they were holding the batteries securely and properly connected).
As for the keyboard-gamepad input confusion, I went into Steam's settings and had to select the "Expanded Xbox Configuration support" and "Xbox Extended Feature Support" and subsequently had to restart my PC. After that, controller worked like a charm, and I am loving it.
It was a bit taxing to do so much troubleshooting, I took the whole thing apart three times to check the motherboard against google images to make sure it was okay (haha). But in the end most of the issues had nothing to do with the controller, but just how it was being perceived by other programs. Just goes to show the issues may not be with the product but the stuff it interacts with.
Xbox Wireless Controller Robot White - Wireless & Bluetooth Connectivity - New Hybrid D-pad - New Share Button - Textured Gri
4.6 | 25,101 ratings
Price: 59.99
Last update: 12-11-2024
About this item
XBOX ROBOT WHITE WIRELESS CONTROLLER: Experience the modernized design of the Xbox Wireless Controller, featuring sculpted surfaces and refined geometry for enhanced comfort during gameplay with battery life up to 40 hours.
STAY ON TARGET: New hybrid D-pad and textured grip on the triggers, bumpers, and back-case.
SHARE BUTTON: Seamlessly capture and share content such as screenshots, recordings, and more with the new Share button.
PLAY ACROSS DEVICES: Includes Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth technology so you can easily pair and switch between devices including Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Android, and iOS.*
COMPATIBILITY: Plug in any compatible headset with the 3.5mm audio headset jack. Connect using the USB-C port for direct plug and play to console or PC.*
CUSTOM BUTTON MAPPING: Make the controller your own by customizing button mappings with the Xbox Accessories app.*
STAY ON TARGET: New hybrid D-pad and textured grip on the triggers, bumpers, and back-case.
SHARE BUTTON: Seamlessly capture and share content such as screenshots, recordings, and more with the new Share button.
PLAY ACROSS DEVICES: Includes Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth technology so you can easily pair and switch between devices including Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Android, and iOS.*
COMPATIBILITY: Plug in any compatible headset with the 3.5mm audio headset jack. Connect using the USB-C port for direct plug and play to console or PC.*
CUSTOM BUTTON MAPPING: Make the controller your own by customizing button mappings with the Xbox Accessories app.*
Product information
| ASIN | B08DF26MXW |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 10, 2020 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
25,101
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,034 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #77 in Xbox One Gamepads & Standard Controllers #102 in PC Gamepads & Standard Controllers |
| Product Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 2 inches; 15.68 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Item model number | QAS-00001 |
| Item Weight | 15.7 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. (included) |
| Date First Available | September 22, 2020 |
Top reviews from the United States
MariaHad a few issues with getting it to work, not sure if it was the controller or not (issue fixed)
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2022
Maria
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2022
Preface: I bought this controller to replace my old xbox 360 controller for PC gaming.
Packaging: The box looked as if it were opened. A bit weird, but okay.
Problems: Initially, the controller kept turning on and off, wouldn't connect properly and constantly shown to have low batteries ("critical" according to the Xbox game bar app...) despite having brand new ones put in. This is still an issue, but the battery is actually fine so I blame the Xbox game bar application for not sensing it right.
On top of this issue, the button inputs for "A" and "B" were confused for keyboard inputs during in-game sessions (on Steam).
Troubleshooting: I tested the controller via Xbox accessories app to make sure the inputs were working fine, and they were.
Going to video guides and various forums I found out the battery problem was possibly caused by the clip bits that have the "+" and "-" signs on them being a bit too compressed, and gently pulling them out (to make sure they were holding the batteries securely and properly connected).
As for the keyboard-gamepad input confusion, I went into Steam's settings and had to select the "Expanded Xbox Configuration support" and "Xbox Extended Feature Support" and subsequently had to restart my PC. After that, controller worked like a charm, and I am loving it.
It was a bit taxing to do so much troubleshooting, I took the whole thing apart three times to check the motherboard against google images to make sure it was okay (haha). But in the end most of the issues had nothing to do with the controller, but just how it was being perceived by other programs. Just goes to show the issues may not be with the product but the stuff it interacts with.
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Michael SweetThey work great!
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2024
Michael Sweet
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2024
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