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Xbox Elite Series 3 Controller Leaked Via Microsoft's Own Design Lab
Digital Foundry • • technology
Key Points:
- The Microsoft Elite Xbox controllers offer excellent feel and responsiveness but suffer from poor build quality, as experienced by the user who owned four units over several years.
- Issues reported include right analogue stick drift, sticky bumper buttons, and peeling rubber grips, despite careful use and no mishandling.
- Compared to the Elite controllers, standard Xbox controllers tend to have better durability and fewer problems, raising concerns about the Elite's design and component quality.
- The user suggests Microsoft may be using lower-quality parts in the Elite controllers to maximize profits, which could hurt sales if build quality is not improved in future versions.
- The user plans to wait at least a year after the release of the Elite V3 before considering purchase, emphasizing that long-term durability is crucial for the target audience.
