My new Xbox Series controller arrived today.
Likes:
- Textured grips
- Improved bumpers that actually 'bump' more than click now
- Capture button!
- Triggers and sticks are as smooth as ever
- Accessories app and Game Bar seem fairly mature by now; easy update and config options
Neutral:
- Hybrid d-pad feels like a wash compared to previous controllers
Dislikes:
- Light up Xbox button is as distracting as ever; black sticker it is again
- Face buttons and d-pad seem more wiggly than ever; wish they tightened these up
- Prefer symmetrical sticks, personally
- No big new features like the DualSense
Over all, solid B. I'd be a bit tempted to tinker with a DualSense on PC, but the Xbox pad's native integration and compatibility is more peace of mind and less fuss. Probably not worth an upgrade over an XBO pad on its own unless you really want that capture button or need a new controller anyway like I did.
Playing wired, btw. Can't speak for any differences in wireless play.
