We’re in love with this leaked Xbox Elite Series 2 controller design
True colors
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Is the Xbox Elite Series 2 wireless controller getting a brand new color variant – a White Edition?
TheXbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2has so far been available only in its default black color scheme. But a short clip shared onTwitterby leaker Rebs Gaming shows off a new white edition in the flesh.
The clip starts by showing the premiumXbox Series X|S controller’s box. Next, we’re given a look at the controller itself, which wears a clean, white-on-black coat.
All the usual Elite Controller bells and whistles are accounted for. That includes the carry case, swappable analog sticks and customizable back paddle buttons. It looks like the genuine article, though we’ve heard nothing fromMicrosoftto confirm if or when the pad will actually be released.
A sign of pads to come?
Leak: I think this is our first footage of the Xbox Elite Series 2 White Edition controller. A leaked image of the controller was shown by @IdleSloth84 back in March. Source: https://t.co/WfMCEk3FQv#Xbox #XboxOne #XboxSeriesX pic.twitter.com/t97qbaNPCuAugust 8, 2022
Okay, sure, the White Edition isn’t exactly the most daring design Microsoft could’ve chosen for its Elite pad. But it’s nonetheless eye-catching. I think that keeping certain parts of the controller black – like the sticks and grips – is a smart aesthetic choice. They contrast really nicely with the white center.
The Elite Series 2 is an excellent controller. But it’s lacking the one thing that the regularXbox Wireless Controllerhas in abundance: color options. We’ve seen countless bold designs for the standard Xbox controller, including aneye-popping special editionforForza Horizon 5anda stunning hot pink design. But the Elite hasn’t really had the same treatment yet.
I hope that this new White Edition not only comes to market, but that it’s also a gateway for more ambitious designs for Xbox’s top pad. Seriously, a purple Elite pad would be an instant buy for me, and probably for many others, too.
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Rhys is TRG’s Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.
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