Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 - Core comes with fewer components to make it cheaper
(Pocket-lint) — Xbox has announced a new pro controller that's a little more affordable than the currently available Elite Series 2.
An Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 — Core is coming with a white fascia and black grips. It'll also be available on the Design Lab for customisation just in time for the holiday season.
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It is the same in operatiion to the existing Elite Series 2, with adjustable-tension thumbsticks, shorter hair triggers, and wrap-around rubberised grip, but several of the customisable elements are ommitted.
There are no rear paddle alternatives, for example, nor additional thumbsticks in other sizes. The optional D-pad is missing too. You can, though, buy them separately in a separate Complete Component Pack down the line.
However, the Core works the same as the original Elite 2 and features similar build quality. There is up to 40 hours of rechargeable battery life included for good measure.
It is available for pre-order from today and will ship from 21 October 2022. It is priced at $129.99 / £114.99 with the original Elite Series 2 remaining for sale at $179.99 / £159.99.
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The Complete Component Pack will also be available for $59.99 / £54.99 from the same shipping date.
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