PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) Xbox One Limited Edition controller hands-on

Microsoft expanded its line of Xbox Ane accessories at Gamescom 2022, debuting a rustic limited edition variant of its wireless gamepad. Inspired by the last-man-continuing shooter, PlayerUnknown'south Battlegrounds (PUBG), the design incorporates staples of the battle royale sensation, marking its Xbox Game Preview departure.

While the official PUBG controller won't hitting store shelves until October, we had the opportunity to become upwardly close and personal following its reveal. It'due south as well bachelor for preorder right now for about $70.

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Microsoft designed its limited edition PUBG Xbox 1 controller with attention to the game earth, which sees players scavenging for resources across desolate locations. Its design reflects something players could uncover among the loot, with a rough utilitarian design distressed by the elements.

The main controller faceplate features a gray digital camouflage, battle-scarred past stylized scratches that are supposed to look like they came from use in the field. A murky dark-brown rust also permeates from the meridian-right hand corner, with scuffed surfaces around buttons and on the grips. This is paired with a metal chocolate-brown direction pad, also scuffed with a corroded finish.

Numerous subtle references to the game are scattered across the controller, too, setting this apart as a uniquely PUBG product. On the left thumbstick is a vibrant bluish highlight, directly referencing the (infamous) bluish circle, while the right stick features a grayness crosshair. A vibrant red cross too overlays the right trigger and the PUBG logo is lightly embossed on the rear battery door.

This controller by and large shares the feature set of other third-generation Xbox One controllers, including the 3.5mm audio connector, Bluetooth, and a rear textured grip. Still, this design debuts the offset "textured triggers," adding a hashed surface to the LT and RT buttons. While I expected this to be merely marketing, the new arroyo to the trigger actually provides a firm feel for added in-hand grip. While simple, it makes the unit feel more premium, which we hope to see in future controller designs.

Should y'all buy the PUBG Xbox 1 controller?

The PUBG Xbox One controller isn't the well-nigh distinct limited edition Xbox One controller, with this year's Sea of Thieves express edition as an example of more than vibrant styling. All the same, the unit still captures the essence of PUBG, from its battle-hardened aesthetic to signatures of the boxing royale formula.

Textured triggers also set this controller apart from its predecessors, offering more than grip and a better overall feel. Benefits may be seen in shooters, racing games, and other popular genres, which could help justify this equally your side by side Xbox One controller.

The PUBG Xbox I controller is currently scheduled for an October 30 release in the U.S. and other major Xbox regions. Although this falls after the game's Xbox Game Preview deviation, the hope of "exclusive in-game content and an exclusive in-game vesture ready" is sure to go along some fans interested.

To secure your PUBG Xbox One controller, preorders for the device are at present bachelor on Amazon, priced at $69.99. Be sure to act quick, with its limited edition blueprint suggesting that once worldwide stock depletes, it'll exist gone forever.

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