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get a original xbox controller It is usually the most feasible option, although not as cheap, so here the controls designed for Xbox by companies outside of Redmond take center stage. Obviously, we have not yet found a manufacturer that matches or betters the level offered by the official controllers, but many of them are good enough to make us rethink their purchase. So now, let’s see if the same thing happens with the Turtle Beach Recon Controller that we’re going to discuss next.
As a general rule, many of the ‘unofficial’ Xbox controls always tend to have different characteristics from the original controls, adding settings for players who want to launch into the competitive world or simply want to have a completely personalized controller. On this occasion, the Turtle Beach Recon Controller doesn’t cause so much customization, but it is a controller that may be interesting for some of you, although personally I don’t think its price should be €59.99. For those who want to clear up doubts, let’s go with the Recon Controller review.
Turtle Beach Recon Controller Review
The packing of the controller is the simplest that you are going to find, very similar to the official Microsoft controllers. In the box we find the control inside a plastic and covered for mere protection. We also have the USB type C cable to connect it to our console or PC, a Turtle Beach sticker and instructions with a quick guide to operation, although reading our analysis, you probably won’t need it.
1. Ergonomics
Turtle Beach’s Recon Controller designed for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC has acceptable ergonomics, weighing in between light and heavy, with a more or less comfortable feel in the hands. I might be a bit fussy, but I feel like the material is a bit plasticy, but at least it seems pretty sturdy as it’s a hard material. As for size, for large hands like mine, it is perfect, since it fits very well.
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The grip is quite comfortable, but compared to other Xbox controllers it’s nothing to do with it. The casing of the controller varies with very well achieved rough areas in the lower part of the controller, which connect with the palm of the hand and the fingers that grip the controller from behind. The only problem that I see with this roughness is that it has a material that gives a sensation of oiliness, although it is not completely uncomfortable, which in the end is what is important and will save us in moments of tension where we are sweating, I will give you examples of Resident Evil 4 Remake or the end of a game in Fortnite.
Regarding the joysticks, in my opinion they are quite small and are surrounded by a very uncomfortable rough part with the LB and RB buttons, the RT and LT triggers and the P1 and P2 levers that we find on the back of the controller, I have very uncomfortable sense, since the roughness of these buttons is very annoying and scratchy, which has led to many times having to stop playing.
In games like F1 2022 or Forza Horizon 5 is where I’ve had the worst time. The triggers would also have given a little more travel and smoothness when pressed. It is noticeable that the material of the buttons is of a low normal quality, which is quite noticeable in the crosshead.
2. Benefits
The Turtle Beach Recon Controller for Xbox offers us several aspects that we cannot find in the original Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One controller. Being a controller partly focused on competition, we have several interesting additions: sound advantages , customizable sticks and the D-Pad.
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As for the audio, on the D-Pad we have a bunch of buttons that give us all the audio tools for this Turtle Beach controller. We can switch between four equalizer presets that go from an intense bass option to something more focused on the treble, this will depend on the personal taste of each one.
It also has a mode called Superhuman Hearing, which aims to reduce the volume of certain parts of the game audio so that we can more accurately hear sounds such as footsteps or the reloading of our enemies. In this way we should have some advantage in multiplayer games and have more facilities to survive and go further in games like Warzone or Fortnite. Personally, this function has made my headphones better, helping me in critical and situational moments that with cheap headphones and without this function, it would not be the same.
3. Personalization
The customization of this controller is quite nil compared to other controls of the style. In addition to the sound of both the game and the chat, the other customizable part is the P1 and P2 levers that we find on the back and can be assigned to certain buttons. We also have the Pro Aim function, which reduces the sensitivity of the levers at key moments. We will have up to 4 customizable profiles depending on which games and roles, but the customization options are quite limited.
4. Conclusion
The Turtle Beach Recon Controller offers great performance without any perceptible lag, despite having to be constantly connected with a 3 meter USB Type-C cable, which has its good side, since we will not have to spend money on batteries and never we will be stranded in the middle of a game.
The Superhuman Hearing mode works well and has a lot of potential, since it can be improved a lot more, since it is something that we do not see in the rest of the controls of the competition. Like most controllers coming out, the Recon Controller has excellent vibration feedback, but it doesn’t break the bank. What is missing is more customization in the controller and an app for it.
Finally, the quality of the controller could be much better if we compare it with the sale price in the official store. The buttons and the rough texture of these leaves a lot to be desired, unlike what we find in the grips of the controller, which is much better. For those who want to get started in the competitive world, this may be the right controller, since it doesn’t have much customization to start with, but it is true that there are other much better controllers for the same price or a little more.
5. Buy the Turtle Beach Recon Controller for Xbox
If you want to get the Recon Controller in black or white, in the Turtle Beach website You will find it for €59.99, the same price for which it is currently on Amazon Spain.
Last update on 2023-03-26. Prices and availability may differ from those published.
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