Xbox One Elite Controller thread

qrx

Elite controller arrived today, just in time for Gears 4 :-D

It's going to take a bit of getting used to but feels quality.

FAILSAFE 00

qrx wrote: »

Elite controller arrived today, just in time for Gears 4 :-D

It's going to take a bit of getting used to but feels quality.

Arise Sir qrx of Boards.

Peasant, no more.

amadablam

Today, I have ascended into the pantheon of the God's!

As eloquently as I can describe a controller of such revere........ It is very nice, very nice indeed :cool:

FAILSAFE 00

amadablam wrote: »

Today, I have ascended into the pantheon of the God's!

As eloquently as I can describe a controller of such revere........ It is very nice, very nice indeed :cool:

Arise Sir Amadablam of Boards.

Peasant, no more.

DaveNoCheese

Thanks I believe to Emmetkenny who pointed out the Argos deal to me, I am now the proud owner of an elite controller

FAILSAFE 00

DaveNoCheese wrote: »

Thanks I believe to Emmetkenny who pointed out the Argos deal to me, I am now the proud owner of an elite controller

Ah yes, Sir Emmet of Boards. One our first warriors to take the leap of faith.

Arise Sir DaveNoCheese of Boards.

Peasant, no more.

amadablam

Don't they make a lovely couple!

JoyPad

Is there an app to verify that the Elite works as it should?

Playing Forza, I have felt less and less vibration from the controller, and I wonder if it's broken or the game has stopped sending the right signals.

Thanks.

amadablam

JoyPad wrote: »

Is there an app to verify that the Elite works as it should?

Playing Forza, I have felt less and less vibration from the controller, and I wonder if it's broken or the game has stopped sending the right signals.

Thanks.

I think you can buzz it in the Xbox accessories app on the Xbone, haven't tried but I am sure that I saw it at the weekend.

B_Sharp

Do ye use the paddles much? I've had my elite for like 3-4 months but I don't use the paddles at all. When I put them in at the start it just felt a bit weird, not being able to rest my fingers where I normally would. I vowed to myself I'd give them a chance at some stage but still haven't got round to it. To be fair, in my head they'd be most useful for shooters and driving games and I haven't played much of either in a while.

Am I missing out on one of the controllers main selling points or are there otheres like me?!?

FAILSAFE 00

B_Sharp wrote: »

Do ye use the paddles much? I've had my elite for like 3-4 months but I don't use the paddles at all. When I put them in at the start it just felt a bit weird, not being able to rest my fingers where I normally would. I vowed to myself I'd give them a chance at some stage but still haven't got round to it. To be fair, in my head they'd be most useful for shooters and driving games and I haven't played much of either in a while.

Am I missing out on one of the controllers main selling points or are there otheres like me?!?

Definitely missing out.

At first I thought I'd remove them due to miss hitting them however I stuck with them and built muscle memory and now I never hit them accidentally. They are incredibility useful and I curse when I go somewhere else and try to use a regular Xbox One controller without the paddles. They give you a great edge and are really convenient.

jayo26

I have used mine for battlefield for added action keys on pc and changing weapons. I use them on driving games also. I used to mess about with euro truck simulator I could see them been big advantage there but majority of games there is no need for them.

qrx

I only use 2. I'd have to relearn how I hold the controller to use 4. I use index fingers on the triggers and to use 4 paddles I'd need index fingers on the bumpers and ring fingers on the triggers. Tried it for a bit and it requires a light grip otherwise I end up squeezing a paddle or pressing a button in error.

FAILSAFE 00

qrx wrote: »

I only use 2. I'd have to relearn how I hold the controller to use 4. I use index fingers on the triggers and to use 4 paddles I'd need index fingers on the bumpers and ring fingers on the triggers. Tried it for a bit and it requires a light grip otherwise I end up squeezing a paddle or pressing a button in error.

Pretty much what I did. The idea being I never have to take my thumbs off the left and right analog to press buttons for other functions. It gives you a great tactical advantage.

Stone Deaf 4evr

JoyPad wrote: »

Is there an app to verify that the Elite works as it should?

Playing Forza, I have felt less and less vibration from the controller, and I wonder if it's broken or the game has stopped sending the right signals.

Thanks.

download the xbox accessories app, you can alter the strenght of the rumble feedback in there iirc.

DARK-KNIGHT

amadablam wrote: »

Don't they make a lovely couple!

that headset looks nice. whats the quality like??

bought an elite controller just have it setup i am now looking forward to bf1 tonight

amadablam

DARK-KNIGHT wrote: »

that headset looks nice. whats the quality like??

bought an elite controller just have it setup i am now looking forward to bf1 tonight

Quality is top class altogether , it oozes high end feel. Sound is very good too and although its stereo, its very well produced. Grahamer666 also has one and I think a few others here might comment.

You will love the XB Elite controller, I am delighted with mine.

As for the LS30's its akin to wearing an Elite controller on your head

Might see you on BF1 so!

maximoose

Just picked up my Elite, oh it feels glorious!

Traded in BF1 for €40, now to sell my old controller and also got a €10 voucher from Argos - not too shabby

Adventagious

maximoose wrote: »

Just picked up my Elite, oh it feels glorious!

Traded in BF1 for €40, now to sell my old controller and also got a €10 voucher from Argos - not too shabby

Welcome to the club!

Bored of BF1 already? Was thinking of picking it up but i may just wait for the first price drop instead.

maximoose

Oh no it's a special offer on in Argos for the Elite at the minute, buy the Elite and get BF1 for €7 - making a bit of a bargain for the controller!

Ends tomorrow I think

BF1 is absolutely amazing. I wasn't really a fan of previous Battlefields, but I'm loving it.

Adventagious

maximoose wrote: »

Oh no it's a special offer on in Argos for the Elite at the minute, buy the Elite and get BF1 for €7 - making a bit of a bargain for the controller!

Ends tomorrow I think

BF1 is absolutely amazing. I wasn't really a fan of previous Battlefields, but I'm loving it.

Ah grand.

Your drivatar is sitll consistently wrecking my buzz in Forza by the way. Always shows up on the third lap to nick 1st place.

amadablam

maximoose wrote: »

Just picked up my Elite, oh it feels glorious!

Traded in BF1 for €40, now to sell my old controller and also got a €10 voucher from Argos - not too shabby

Sir Maximoose........... I can foresee a knighting on the horizon......

Fuzzy Logic

Picked up the Argos deal with Battlefield 1. Sold Battlefield already as I have a copy, used a 10 euro voucher and had a spare controller that I picked up on the Groupon deal. All in all it cost me about 70 euro, couldn't say no to that

Lord TSC

Anyone know if Xbox will do replacements or warranties on busted elite pads? The bumpers are both gone on mine now

Lord TSC

Lord TSC wrote: »

Anyone know if Xbox will do replacements or warranties on busted elite pads? The bumpers are both gone on mine now

Yeah phone don't use the online chat thing, they think we have the same bs 90 day guarantee the US have.

ibFoxer

Deleted User wrote: »

Yeah phone don't use the online chat thing, they think we have the same bs 90 day guarantee the US have.

Must try that, my left stick is a bit.....lifty.....

FAILSAFE 00

Deleted User wrote: »

Yeah phone don't use the online chat thing, they think we have the same bs 90 day guarantee the US have.

What do we have here?

FAILSAFE 00

maximoose wrote: »

Just picked up my Elite, oh it feels glorious

DARK-KNIGHT wrote: »

Bought an elite controller just have it setup i am now looking forward to bf1 tonight

Arise Sir Maximoose & Sir Dark-Knight of Boards.

Peasants, no more.

*You may join the other brothers at the tavern where we have some fine ale.

MiskyBoyy

Aha back to back with the xbox logo!

amadablam

MiskyBoyy wrote: »

Aha back to back with the xbox logo!

Mirror flip those two pics and we would have a new Xbox Knights logo

Fuzzy Logic

I missed the knighting, going to go back to the day one controller so

Blazer

FAILSAFE 00 wrote: »

What do we have here?

We have a year warranty. You need to speed to support and they will also register your box with it, make sure to specify that you bought the controller as a standalone version. I'm in the process of returning mine for a repair.

Carroller

My controller keeps disconnecting when I press the right thumb stick. I got it in GameStop in July using my debit card and using the GameStop rewards card. Would I still be able to get a replacement receipt. Xbox support need it to verify the time I bought it. Or even better what are the chances of GameStop exchanging the faulty one

Adventagious

Carroller wrote: »

My controller keeps disconnecting when I press the right thumb stick. I got it in GameStop in July using my debit card and using the GameStop rewards card. Would I still be able to get a replacement receipt. Xbox support need it to verify the time I bought it. Or even better what are the chances of GameStop exchanging the faulty one

Sorry to hear that.

I would imagine that GameStop may refer to MS support for the replacement, as GameStop's policy is to only take care of hardware replacements for the Elite Controller for up to 3 months after purchase. You may squeak in depending on date of purchase.

If they refer to you MS try doing the online chat support, i found it to be pretty straightforward as long as you have serial numbers etc.

maximoose

If you paid by Debit card you'll have proof of the transaction

Bring it back to gamestop, wouldn't be dealing with MS at all

TitianGerm

Adventagious wrote: »

Sorry to hear that.

I would imagine that GameStop may refer to MS support for the replacement, as GameStop's policy is to only take care of hardware replacements for the Elite Controller for up to 3 months after purchase. You may squeak in depending on date of purchase.

If they refer to you MS try doing the online chat support, i found it to be pretty straightforward as long as you have serial numbers etc.

But the retailer should replace, repair or refund for up to 24 months.

Adventagious

emmetkenny wrote: »

But the retailer should replace, repair or refund for up to 24 months.

Tried that line and the normally nice staff were adamant this was their and MS's policy.

I'm terrible at confrontation though - could always try putting your foot down and making a stand for the consumer!

TitianGerm

Adventagious wrote: »

Tried that line and the normally nice staff were adamant this was their and MS's policy.

I'm terrible at confrontation though - could always try putting your foot down and making a stand for the consumer!

It doesn't matter if it's their policy or not. Sales of Goods Act is what applies and the product is expected to last and be useable for a reasonable time (generally 2 years is the time frame mentioned) and who you purchased with is the person you deal with.

Adventagious

emmetkenny wrote: »

It doesn't matter if it's their policy or not. Sales of Goods Act is what applies and the product is expected to last and be useable for a reasonable time (generally 2 years is the time frame mentioned) and who you purchased with is the person you deal with.

I remember my leaving cert business class just fine Emmet

Not that it's an excuse, but i had my controller replaced within 9 days which was a pretty fast turnaround.

Liamalone

As said, go in and stand firm, check that they have a replacement in stock first so they can't say no because they're out of stock or some bs.

9 day turnaround? I sent a standard controller back to MS on three occasions, 21 days was the quickest turnaround I got.

CatInABox

Liamalone wrote: »

As said, go in and stand firm, check that they have a replacement in stock first so they can't say no because they're out of stock or some bs.

9 day turnaround? I sent a standard controller back to MS on three occasions, 21 days was the quickest turnaround I got.

Not controller related, but I've sent a Microsoft Band 2 off for repair twice and got it back within 5 days.

It's why I'm always perplexed at reports of poor MS service, I've always found them to be great and helpful. I've never had any experience with the web chat guys though, so maybe that's the difference.

Mickeroo

emmetkenny wrote: »

It doesn't matter if it's their policy or not. Sales of Goods Act is what applies and the product is expected to last and be useable for a reasonable time (generally 2 years is the time frame mentioned) and who you purchased with is the person you deal with.

Gamestop don't care about such frivolous things as consumer rights etc :pac:

Atomicjuicer0

I've found Microsoft are decent with returns. They posted me a box for my red ring xbox 360, collected it and then posted me a new one.

j14

Got my Elite yesterday...it just feels better quality than any of my other controllers. Still have to sit down and have a proper session with it but I like it already.

FAILSAFE 00

j14 wrote: »

Got my Elite yesterday...it just feels better quality than any of my other controllers. Still have to sit down and have a proper session with it but I like it already.

To get the best out of it be sure to use the Xbox accessories app. It will allow you to customise the controller.

jayo26

FAILSAFE 00 wrote: »

To get the best out of it be sure to use the Xbox accessories app. It will allow you to customise the controller.

Never mind with your sound advice just give the man a bloody knighthood.

FAILSAFE 00

jayo26 wrote: »

Never mind with your sound advice just give the man a bloody knighthood.

I am on strong sedatives today. I could actually behead the man by accident or even fall on my own sword

FAILSAFE 00

j14 wrote: »

Got my Elite yesterday...it just feels better quality than any of my other controllers. Still have to sit down and have a proper session with it but I like it already.

Arise Sir j14 of Boards.

Peasants, no more.

*You may join the other brothers at the tavern where we have some fine ale.

TitianGerm

FAILSAFE 00 wrote: »

Arise Sir j14 of Boards.

Peasants, no more.

*You may join the other brothers at the tavern where we have some fine ale.

I just noticed the Xbox logo now :pac:

Carroller

Carroller wrote: »

My controller keeps disconnecting when I press the right thumb stick. I got it in GameStop in July using my debit card and using the GameStop rewards card. Would I still be able to get a replacement receipt. Xbox support need it to verify the time I bought it. Or even better what are the chances of GameStop exchanging the faulty one

GameStop changed my controller for me in the end. Fairly helpful too. I don't think I'd purchase one again if it died for the price it is. Feels much better but I don't think I've used the paddles once. What do people use them for