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Razer Announces Wildcat Xbox One Controller
Third-party hardware maker Razer has announced a new Xbox One controller designed for tournament play.
According to Razer, the Wildcat Xbox One controller is 25-percent lighter than other high-end controllers, and incorporates a variety of feedback from eSports competitors. Here's a full feature list, courtesy of the company:
- 2 shoulder Hyperesponse Multi-Function bumpers
- 2 removable Hyperesponse Multi-Function triggers
- 4 Hyperesponse ABXY action buttons
- 4 button Quick Control Panel
- Optional trigger stops for rapid fire
- 3.5 mm audio port for stereo audio output and microphone input
- Optional rubber palm grips
- Optional analog stick grip caps
- Carrying case
- Detachable 3 m / 10 ft. lightweight braided fiber cable with Micro-USB connector
- Approximate size : 106 mm / 4.17 in. (Length) x 156 mm / 6.14 in. (Width) x 66 mm / 2.60 in. (Height)
- Approximate weight (without cable) : 260 mg / 0.57 lbs
As you might expect, the peripheral is significantly more expensive than the traditional controller, and will set gamers back $150. This puts the Wildcat at the same price as Microsoft's own Elite controller. The similarities don't end there: Both are available this October. You can check out more images of the controller in the gallery below.
Our Take
I'm not a skilled
enough gamer to require or desire an expensive pro-gaming controller, but price
aside, Razer does make quality products. It will be interesting to see how the
two peripherals compare this fall.
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