The Most Expensive Switch Controller I've Bought...
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- The Nintendo Switch has been getting a ton of third party controllers since it released and today we are looking at the most expensive pro controller replacement I've seen so far with the Fusion PowerA controller. Is it worth the price tag?
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$100 and they don't even have standard rumble. Weights? Instant fail on their part. For $100 it needed to have every feature of the Pro Controller plus additional ones to justify the $30 premium.
its wild how many of these "giga quality" controlera exist.... without NFC. wack
That's the whole reason I was watching. I dont get why these companies even make these things without rumble. NFC isnt a selling point for me but its still ridiculous a 100 dollar controller that doesnt have all the features that the Nintendo pro does thats 40 bucks cheaper lol. Ill stick with the Nintendo ones.
Agree 100%.
No rumble these days is like releasing a controller with no right stick or d pad 😂😂.
Most probably because they can't get the same HD rumble like the official controllers.
Yep, the only way I would pay more for a 3rd Party controller is if it had all the features plus the customization, paddles, etc.
8BitDo makes fantastic 3rd party controllers that retail for $50 or less; they lack a few things like HD rumble (but include regular rumble) and NFC but arguably have a better form factor than 1st party and other features.
I kinda feel the price of those weights could have just been used to buy rumble motors
Maybe
This feels like McDonalds releasing a gourmet meal for 50 dollars
McLoving It! Delicious! 🤤 Have it your way! Power to the gamers! And all that stuff. Sure 🤪
@@knowledgeseeker4116 You just had a stroke
Or even those "limited time premium burgers" for 15 bucks
McDonald’s is delicious
Lmao
I'm not a fan of McDonald's, it might be okay in a pinch but I would never pay as much for a McDonald's burger as Whataburger, Five Guys, restaurant burger, etc. no matter what they throw on it, just not high quality food.
Nope. No rumble=no sale for me. There is no excuse to not have a rumble feature in a $100 controller. Do better PowerA
Yeah except you actually get a controller with good backs paddles. Nitendos switch controllers with the back buttons fucking suck in comparison.
@@rickshiandmoku4128 You are wrong.
I will say I haven’t used rumble since the 360. I always turn it off. That said, I wouldn’t spend this much on a controller.
Finally an honest review! Everyone else just immediately loves this thing. But Spawn Wave gives it straight.
Nintendo Life didn't really like it either, knocking it for similar reasons.
@@qactustick yea but NL was not able to simply say it is not worth the money, they were beating around the bush like crazy because they got that Controller Sponsored by them. Although it was clear that they didnt think it was worth it
Next on Spawn Wave: My Review of the Power A Fusion Controller Was Out of Control…
Did you just keep watching reviews until you found a review the agrees with your opinion despite not even owing the controller ? Maybe some people just genuinely like the controller lol
100 dollars for no rumble, no amiibo scanner, wobbling button... Nah, I'll just stick with my official procon 🥴
I swear. If you ask me this controller is literally a scam for taking away actual switch features for an... What complex controller that's outdated innocence of not having any of the features the switch pro controller has been slapping a healthy price on it as if that justifies it.
Same tbh. I got third party joy cons that have more features than this controller. (KIVOCA C25 joypad joy cons)
I'm good with my joy-con drift
@@Rayutomoto heck noone gives a crap for the amiibo scanner i could do away with that since i would never use it and im sure most people wouldn't either but rumble? seriously rumble has been a thing in controllers since the i wanna say gamecube era, not sure if either the 64, PS1 or saturn featured controllers with rumble, but at least they have existed since the gamecube
I'd pass on the actual Pro controller. They don't have remappable buttons
When they put weights instead of rumble.
Officially Licensed Nintendo 3rd Party controllers never have any form of rumble.
@@SoukaDeezNutz complete rubbish
If we a being honest, you don't need rumble. Personally I always disable rumble on my ps4 when I play FPS, fighting games and hack and slash's.
@@DNNYYCLR ps4 rumble is nothing like switch hd rumble
@Jenny Melo I'm willing to take the heat from something this controversial. Tell me. Name one 3rd party controller that is officially licensed by Nintendo, and has any form of rumble.
8Bitdo controllers are not officially licensed btw. I made that embarrassing mistake when I had the same argument with another individual when they brought this conspiracy to light.
No rumble?
Hard pass.
me too!!
yup!
No NFC either
@@averageinternetguyYT Sorry I forgot I'm the only one who uses amiibo lmfao
Rumble's overrated. The Fusion Pro is the best controller for Switch bar none!
Would rather buy a Pro controller and an eshop card for that money
I stick with 8bitdo.. would feel pretty dirty spending this much on a Power A controller
Pro 2 is incredible, love it, bought a second.
Exactly what I was thinking.
I mean I would spend that much, but it’s so easily out done by cheaper controller and Power A isn’t exactly a luxury kind of brand to begin with. They’re pretending their Camery is worth the Lexus ES 350 price.
@@fmccloud I have never used a Power A better than the Pro 2 but I'd love to be informed of a better product. I have a bad habit of collecting controllers lol
A hundred bucks for a crappy controller and some extra foam in the packaging. Only Fusion. Lol
No NFC and no rumble is a dealbreaker for me. Too bad coz I like the look of it.
Are there any 3rd party controllers with NFC? Even 8bitdo doesnt have that! I feel like Nintendo might have patent's over "Amiibo" support but I don't know for sure, Ive just never come across one with it yet.
@@martincoburn6522 there’s a pink one by the same company that does the pink kitty controllers that has NFC actually
About the switch 'wake up' from the controller, what other third party controllers pulled this off?
No Gyro either
Don't trust powerA with durability on their controllers. My gamecube ones either stop working or get drift issues within a couple of months.
Never had an issue with any PowerA controller they’re all great
@@jonathanmatos714 and that's the issue. It's a crapshoot
Power a is known for shitty quality and cheap materials. Save your money get a 8bitdo pro 2 controller.
@@jonathanmatos714 they are crap. Are you just looking at them or using them?
@@ninetendopesaitama2107 powerA probably use the same crap quality controller parts as Nintendo microsoft and Sony. No wonder modern controllers drift so much...
Seems like 8bitdo continues to be the king of third party controllers
Though I do like that 8bitdo does offer alternatives as far as controller designs for the Switch, I'm surprised that they haven't released their own version of the Xbox/Pro Controller layout yet.
The instant you said no rumble, it got a no from me for that price. The 8-bit Do is less than half the price (even a quarter if you catch it on sale).
For a person like me who uses the 2 macro buttons on their current Power A controller this would be useful as hell. DOOM 2016 and DOOM Eternal on Switch is FANTASTIC when you got the macros set to jump and melee without having to lift off the right stick or press it in yourself.
Edit: no rumble or NFC? I'm good with that, I rarely use those 2 things anyway
I really appreciate how in-depth your reviews are, Spawn. They are invaluable.
The official Switch Pro controller that I bought at launch has never let me down since then, and aside from the dpad and Y B X A buttons being too raised for my taste I can't fault it. It also can be found for less than the RRP on some websites. How a company can have the audacity to charge so much for such an average product is beyond me. This should be half the price, no way is it a premium controller. False marketing at its worst.
Lol, lot of complaining in the comments, but if you don't care about the rumble, this is by far the nicest feeling switch controller on the market. I own most of the major controllers, and this feels nicer than even the ps5 and xbox series controllers. I just use it for smash and it's perfect for that. Really just comes down to if you have 100 to burn or not.
I agree with your comment 100% I do wish Nintendo would let officially licensed controllers use there HD Rumble technology as far as standard rumble I could care less it doesn't have it. This is a very well made and comfortable controller my favorite when my Switch is connected to the TV but it is overpriced like a lot of things these days.
USD100 for a controller and NO rumble feature? That's a deal breaker right there.
Honestly I find the controller to be very nice! It’s definitely nice having the extra buttons for fighting games, and although it lacks rumble, I find it to be very good! I can do with or without rumble, since I tend to turn off rumble features in games. I believe I bought it on sale for around $60 so it was a definite steal.
nice, it's been a while since the last controller dissection
Dude POWERA controllers always get drift. EVERYONE BEWARE, make sure there is a warranty.
first party controllers get drift as well its unavoidable
@@ebby3215 never had drift from my pro
REally? Good thing I went with 8BitDo, then. Those and the pro have been steadily holding up for all this years.
@@elcheshireilustracion9396 I use them to only for retro
@@elcheshireilustracion9396 8bitdo is much better than shitty Power a quality.
Happy Sunday everybody. That's a big box for a controller. ( First thought)
Oh I see, it came with a case.
Happy Sunday broski
I don't know how you guys feel about the official pro controller but that controller blew me away! I feel Nintendo did an amazing job, it's my 2nd favorite controller behind the Xbox One Elite. I think while it was a nice try by Power A, the official is really hard to beat.
Looks to me from the moulding that they planned to put rumble in as there’s little notches for the rumble motor axel which is even worse cause that says they’ve tried to cost cut on a £100 controller. I’m like you where I only really need 2 back paddles so the pro 2 is a much better option I mean you could buy 3 8bitdo pro 2 controllers or a official pro controller and a pro2 for the same money
They didn't try to "cost cut" anything. As a licensee of Nintendo, it's in their contract that they can not put any rumble in any of their controllers.
The PowerA Fusion Pro is easily the best controller out there for the Switch!
And all three of those 8bitdo controllers will die before this one does
@@MrImOriginal nah I have some 8bitdo controllers that are 6 years old probably have a few thousand hours of play on them and work like new
No 3rd party official controllers have rumble. Doesn’t excuse it. A lot of cash for a controller that’s missing out on key features.
I actually have a $25 cheapo that has rumble AND nfc. It can be done, they're just greedy.
The kitty controllers have rumble and they’re literally $30 or less
8bitdo controllers do have rumble
@@KassandraQuiseng yes! And they can wake the Switch!
It definitely excuses it! The fact they're an official Nintendo 3rd party licensee prevents them from having rumble in any controller definitely excuses them!
This is easily the best controller out there for Switch!
The 1st party Switch pro controller is the best controller I ever owned/used. The only things I would change are the +/- buttons. Other than that its perfect to me.
The Contender controller that's only like $30 has rumble, can wake up the Switch, a turbo button, and has amiibo support. I think it's a weird controller, but I legitimately has all that, even if it's otherwise still a $30 controller in feel, so idk what the issue is with these other manufacturers. I think they're just being cheap
I love the regular switch pro controller, I would not up spend to get one without the haptic rumble.
FACTS. I said that lol
No controller should be more higher than the pro controller while taking away features 🤷🏾♂️
HD Rumble is one of those features I don't want to see go 🤷🏾♂️
I hate the back triggers with that design of the triangle tip, Im the type where I sit my fingers at the back and after time they poke into them
I'm kinda disappointed you didn't show the D-pad contact points on the board. That would tell us how accurate the d-pad may be and what method they are using on the PCB.
Form now on, when you take apart controllers for review, can you remove the D-pad membrane so we can see the contact points and how they are designed?
Thanks
8bitdo has the best dpad.
@@ninetendopesaitama2107 no 8bitdo may have a d-pad that's really good but there are other d-pads that are just as good and it comes down to personal preference whether or not you prefer one or the other for example the Wii u pro controller I actually thought that controller was perfect except for the fact it's missing motion controls and I personally don't like Xbox shape but if you like Xbox shape it's perfect also the sticks are in a slightly weird place so yeah. I think that a big dudes controller is just as Worthy and it comes down to personal preference which one you prefer.
I doubt the PCB was the problem with the Switch Pro Controller, because that design is very similar to other controllers that have functional D-pads, and it's possible to fix the misinputs by simply raising the pivot or using a replacement of the right shape.
@@bland9876 i think the hori fighting commander dpad is very good. Its the same dpad as the hori Pokken controller.
@@Scarftail the famous misinputs. ;) The other version of its the controllers fault /im not used to it blabla.
The deal breaker for me on this controller is a lack of HD Rumble or any rumble at all. For something that cost more than the first party controller and lacks one of the defining features of it makes me just sticking with the Pro Controller.
That cable is pretty cool I guess
Even as a someone who plays Games since 1991 (im born in 1987 and yes i got my Game Boy with 4) im happy that this back buttons are not the standard today and only used in a "pro" way. Im not bad in playing Game, but i also press sometimes the wrong button (nobody is perfect) so if i had those back buttons as a standard today, i would had less fun playing games today, because i would even more missclick. So its good, that they are just optional.
On the other side: spending 100 bucks for a Controller is expensive, even if it has more functions. I still hear ppl complaining that the Original Pro Controller costs 69.
After seeing this thumbnail I decided to look it up. Saw the brand, Saw the paddle design, immediately closed tab...
HD rumble is the most underrated feature on the switch you don’t notice it till it’s gone, but when it’s gone it’s extremely noticeable.
Believe me, the PS5 controller will have similar issue in the long run. I do like the feel of the PS5 controller rumble but let get real most of those feature will be cut by third party and mostly be support by first party like Nintendo.
I use back macro buttons JUST for Dark Souls games.
Map the back, right button to the circle button and it's all I need. (Roll/run)
Occasionally I will map the left button to d-pad left or right for flipping through my usable items in games like Nioh 2.
I ended up buying a PS4 back button attachment for each of my controllers haha. They're fantastic.
Honestly though, the $49.99 with two built-in programmable back buttons is all you need. This thing is overkill...and no rumble is way disappointing for hundred bucks.
I actually bought two of these. I love this controller. It is all about comfort. I couldn't care less about rumble so that is not a detractor for me. I am very particular about controllers. If it is not comfortable, I just can't use it. That is why I sold my PS5. I found the dual sense controller to be very uncomfortable. But back to this guy... It just feels right in my hands. It is a little thicker in the handles; particularly near the top. It is a subtle difference from the Nintendo Pro controller but one you will notice immediately. It does feel like you are holding a premium product. It isn't just the packaging. It is a good feel. Being a huge fan of the xbox controller, I love the concave, xbox style sticks as well.
I would say that if you are a fan of the xbox controller (elite or stock), you would like this one.
On Prime Day, I got a 8bitdo SN30 Pro+ for $30! It feels great, and IMO feels better than the Pro Controller, especially that it has symmetrical thumbsticks! This Power A at $100 is just a TAD steep.
Asymmetrical thumbsticks feel weird to me. Don't like it on PlayStation really. 😅
Would also miss the HD rumble. I notice the difference all the time. Especially if a game really wants you to notice it in intense cutscenes or gameplay.
And I prefer more bulky controllers like the Pro. Just telling my point of view. 🥲
@@timebuddi It's cool. I actually prefer symmetrical because I play more 2D games really. The rumble however is quite intense on the SN30 Pro+. And I'm in love with the overall feel of the Dualshock 4 controller, but I do wish it had switches or clicky buttons like the Xbox One and series controllers.
@@thedead_end9628 About the rumble intensity. What I should have added is that I mean, when a explosion is in the distance it's like a 7 out of 10 intense rumble. But if it's right next to you the rumble sounds and feels like it's going to explode any moment. At the same time if the game is just trying to tell you, you have accomplished something minor without showing something flashy on screen, it's like a soft nudge.
I'm not trying to explain HD rumble. That's just what I like about it and would miss with a regular rumble. 😉
I love strong rumble feelings. I barely notice when it's weak and I'm kinda annoyed with Rumble in the Switch, cause they nerfed the rumble really early on in one of the updates without creating a settings option for it in the system settings so I almost never notice the rumble anymore when I get engrossed in a game anyways. Like, I know the intense rumble can break immersion, but when I get immersed and don't even notice it, it ceases to be a feature anyways.
Definitely won't pick this up without rumble, I just wanted to share my disappointment with the HD rumble, especially in the pro controllers (I can still notice it a bit with the joycon, but I need a dpad)
I like how Mario Odyssey had three rumble settings. Medium was perfect for me. Not sure how many games do that, even though it should be in system settings to begin with. But I actually love the standard joycon holder, it feels really comfortable, especially since I play handheld so much. Going from the Switch Lite first to a regular Switch had a ton of great enhancements but I'll never get used to not using the Lite's amazing d-pad
I’ve said this on multiple reviews of this controller. It’s made for competitive First Person Shooters. That’s why the rumble motors were sacrificed and why it has the headphone jack. Most people who play competitive shooters prefer to have the controller plugged in (for response time) which makes the headphone jack useful. Also most people who play competitive shooters turn off the rumbles, as it is considered distracting (same as motion blur). So I understand the choices Power A made here. The only issue I have with this controller is the simple fact that if you are playing a competitive FPS it is not going to be on the switch lol. I guess it’s for that 1% who play apex on switch? Also could be decent for Rogue Company and fort night?
Good points. FPS considerations for sure.
Yes yes yes
Finally someone who could explain why this controller is built this way
What fps is even in switch!!!
@@chrishern-yu5cf rogue company, apex, over watch, warface, doom, borderlands, crysis, Rico the list goes on your def sleeping on the switch I have a ps5 and play apex on there and I’ve still managed to poor 200+ hours into the switch version and I bought this controller and I love it I was having a issue with the left analog stick but it stopped out of no where and the controller is the best I’ve ever touched.
Nintendo doesn't allow licensed third party controllers to have rumble and NFC. That's why it's never in controllers made by PowerA, PDP and Hori for Nintendo consoles. Their controllers for Microsoft and Sony have rumble. Only unlicensed third party Nintendo controllers have rumble and NFC.
PS4 sells that back button plate for controllers now, costs like $20. that's a $20 hard case it comes with, too. That alone puts the controller itself in the $60 range. True, other controllers have back buttons, but not removeable like that.
This is more like the basic Power A wireless at ~$50, upgraded in quality to $60. Then they added the back button rig for $20. and a case for $20. Right away selling it without the case for $80 seems like it would be 10x more appealing.
I've got the Xbox version of this controller. I'm jealous that the switch version works wirelessly!
I mean i think he got ripped either way seeing that powera controllers break easily
Jeaulous on another Power a controller. Bwahhaahaahaha.
@@ninetendopesaitama2107 it's a great controller!
PowerA controller look like garbage 🗑️
I didnt realize this one doesn't have rumble... The Xbox one does.
Im guessing the rumble created a lot of noise with the replaceable face plates, and had to be removed. So they basically replaced a useful feature for a useless.
A better solution is buy an Xbox Elite controller (or PS4 controller with paddle attachment if you want something cheaper) and then buy the appropriate Brook device to use in on Switch (and everything else).
That way you get a better controller including paddles although you won't have HD rumble I believe).
the anti friction rings are same as on Dualsense ans those do work as advertised
@@Ozzymandius1 what? No its just a smoother surface?
I hate rumble and remove them from every controller due to tendonitis so that's a plus for me. Removing the weights to make the controller lighter is also a plus. Might look into getting one of these for Xbox.
Nobody:
Back Buttons: It's free real estate
The elite Xbox one elite 2 controller main sale for me, is that it's that the buttons on the back can be mapped to keyboard keys instead of controller ones.
Good to know, was looking for a Pro controller for the switch... I'll avoid this one..Thanks
I recommend just getting a first party pro controller or the 8bitdo snes type controller
Go for the 8BitDo Pro 2
The weights piss me off more than if it were just lighter.
The reason higher quality technology is fairly hefty is because you're fitting a lot of components into a smaller form factor like a console (or in this case, a controller) but they just deadass wanted that premium feeling, without any reason for it to feel premium
I’ve got the 8bitdo pro 2 and I’m loving it! I was worried this controller might have given me some buyers remorse.. but naw I’m fine xD 8bitdo really knocked it lit the park with that product, I got the case for it and the phone clip! I like to use it on my switch and my iPhone (will probably be connecting it to my iPad once I get it too) thanks again for your takedowns!
i have never liked Power A controllers had a couple of them on my xbox and they have died well before any official controllers, so i'd say use the money to by a cheaper official Nintendo Pro controller or an 8bitdo branded on because they seem to last longer and be of higher quality
Shame that a 70 dollar controller doesn't even have a headphone Jack. Pathetic really.
@@abm2027 whilst that's true its also a shame that if it did have a headphone jack the $300+ console has no chat programs to utilise a headphone jack correctly, forcing people to use a terrible phone app or discord that for the most part requires a subscription if you want any decent features to use
@@planetd.a.r.p3471 exactly it's a shame. Although I could get past that because I mainly want it so I don't disturb others in the house.
@@planetd.a.r.p3471 but yeah I agree they should have that. Maybe for their next console because it doesn't seem they're taking the initiative with this one.
Power a is crap. Bought one of their controllers... Broken straight out of the box. Told me everything i had to know about this company.
Power A makes good controllers but i can’t justify spending that much on a controller and it isn’t first party
I was sold the moment Spanwave mentioned that the controller uses a wired connection. Wires are the best, put them to the test.
Has anyone here ever gone to scuff gaming or used a Microsoft elite 2 controller? The scuffs are like $250 and the elite 2 is $179. When it comes to playing games like apex or overwatch, Nintendo controllers are lacking! This seems like a really good value for a quality controller. I think it is geared towards the online multiplayer shooters. Most of my friends ( and myself) turn the vibration off in those games because it’s annoying and kills battery life. Just my thoughts. Great video!
All I want is a pro controller with GameCube style notches for smash.
A strategic advantage?
Power A makes a Game Cube style controller for Switch, it's pretty ok...
@Logan McGlynn That’s not what I said. The notches in the GameCube analogue sticks help with doing precise inputs in Smash. I want a pro controller that has those notches.
@@bdog3106 I don’t want the whole controller to be GameCube style, just the sticks.
@@darthangel310 I hey what you are saying now really nothing like the original
All of you are crazy the best switch controller is the 1st party switch pro controller it’s just the best simple only thing 3rd party controllers have on them is a better D pad
Nah I still think 8bitdo's Pro controller alternative is just overall better than Nintendo's, even if it wasn't cheaper than Nintendo's and didn't have a better D-pad.
The +/- button placement on Nintendo's makes no sense. It's *way* too easy to mix up a +/- press with a home/share button press. On the SN30 placement is much more akin to all other controller's layouts, *including the Joy-Con* layout.
The joysticks feel better on the 8bitdo controller as well, placement preference aside. The stick shape and stick tension make shooting in games like Warface or Borderlands much more nicer. Nintendo's sticks on their own work fine for camera work but when the game itself revolves around the sticks they really hurt the experience.
Those alone sell it for me, throw in the fact that the grip feels better(personal taste plus I have big hands), completely remappable buttons and sticks(from day 1, I admit that new Switch updates have since caught up), turbo/macro functionality, removable battery, and even more!
Another personal favorite feature I like is that it only turns on when you press "start"(+ for Switch-mode), meaning I can stuff the controller loosely in a bag or pocket without being annoyed by constant connection attempts.
@@bradl.602 hmm I see personally I just like the pro controller the 8bitdo is great itself
@@producedbyreplay8465 Yeah I admit I still enjoy Nintendo's pro controller, it's just that I find its shortcomings extremely frustrating for the price. Without a doubt it beats the competitors in the quality its gyro functionality and in NFC functionality it's second only to the Joy-Cons.
I much prefer 8bitdo's pro controller personally, but Nintendo's is certainly still good in its own right.
A lot of reviews say that the faceplate limits you from tilting the left stick completely up, so you cant do a full sprint in some games. Have you experienced this?
I don't have this controller for the Switch but the first version of the Xbox Elite controller. I like to use two of the back buttons for whichever two buttons assigned to sprint and dodge. Being able to sprint without having to take your thumbs away from the right stick is a big step forward. It also helps a lot having instant access to dodge on the back with a finger you otherwise would only use for gripping the controller, while having your right thumb immediately available for other button presses. I've never found it useful for macros or some features you rarely need, it's much more useful as an alternative location for crucial button functions you use all the time. If I really needed macros for an MMO or whatever I'd be using a keyboard and MMO mouse anyway.
I once bought a third Party Controller from Amazon for 25 bucks. I was amazed by the good Motion Controls and the Rumble feature. It felt a little bit cheap when playing with it because of the plastic but it had everything i wanted (except Amibo). I used it when playing Bayonetta 1 and 2 in tabletop Mode at 1 am instead of sleeping
Remember when Sony called rumble a feature of the past and then caved and brought it back? Yeah, that's what I think of this controller.
I think they were just saying that because they were in legal battle over the rumble feature or name, something like that. When that was done they brought rumble back
You’re right rumble is basic and basic people miss it. It chews up batteries and it’s largely useless as a feature. I always turn it off if I can. It was cool on the 64 now it’s just old.
I have a PC controller from the 90s or early 2000s that has six face buttons and the four main buttons are smaller than your typical buttons but I actually really like that.
The steam controller also has slightly smaller buttons than a standard controller and I think the switches buttons are actually bigger.
I like the weight. I’m really here for the programmable buttons. Mappable buttons, specially for Warframe. [ Warframe for the Nintendo Switch ]
I will stick with my switch pro controllers. No rumble for $100 bucks is quite a bummer
I love my Xbox Fusion Pro. I also just shut off rumble on most games anyway. Plus the the headphone port. I’m sold.
There is nothing wrong with the Pro controller. It's actually my favorite pad design even up against the Xbox and PS5 offerings.
I bet the white face plate is for custom art.
Also, haven't noticed other reviewers mention how customizable the macro buttons are. Too bad it's so expensive.
I had to pop the disc around the left thumb stick out because it was blocking the full range of the stick's movement.
The idea is to remap the back paddles so it gives you better access to different things depending on what game you're playing if you're playing an FPS it gives you better access to reload times slide times fire speed it helps a lot especially people who use elite controllers and scuf controllers and I'm glad it's coming to the switch
I saw two videos that gave a great rating on this controller. So I bought one during prime day for $85 plus tax. None of those videos said it had no rumble nor did they say the audio jack only works wired. It was delivered the day I saw this. But I will say it is definitely a premium controller as for as build quality. That black face plate fells better than the white one as it has a rubber feel as opposed to the plastic feel of the white one. Just wish they would have added rumble.
100$ with no rumble? No way. Absolutely no fucking way. Especially with 8bit do sn30 pro+ that has rumble, macros, wireless, AND motion controls for half the price!
Edit: see you even mentioned the 8bitdo lol yeah idk what PowerA was thinking. I honestly think those weights were a big part of their strategy. Absolutely ridiculous. Sorry but magnets and badly designed paddles are not worth the 50 over 8bit and it's actually 80$ more then their cheaper options minus the paddles and magnets. Are those weights made out of Silver???
What game are you playing on the switch that makes you want to get this💀
balan wonderworld
@@BigBodyGrim 10/10, life-changing experience
Yoshi’s Crafted World
After just finishing xenoblade, the back macros would have been really nice for switching arts in combat. Off the top of my head maybe hyrule warriors but I can’t think of much else
BOTW speedruns, tiktok, and tricks
The new version of the Binboks with the RGB ($56.99 or $49.99 with Amazon Prime) is my favorite Switch controller for both handheld and TV mode.
I never bought a Wavebird because it didn't have rumble. I like the flappy paddles but the no rumble is a no sale.
Some people don’t like rumble. Personally I turn them off for FPS. Also the weights remind me of my old Logitech G mouse. If they made it removable without tools it could’ve been advertised as a feature.
Just scored one of these marked down at Target to $65, then had a $25 off reward coupon and a $35 giftcard.
Needed a second controller for my dock downstairs in my new house. Went with this because it ended up being cheaper than the OEM pro controller (I already have one anyway).
Excited to put it through its paces.
That’s like $50 worth of packaging.
The fact that not even this 100 bucks third party controller has rumble, let alone hd rumble, the ir camera, motion controls, gyroscope, or the amiibo sensor, just get the switch pro controller. It is still a great controller despite the price.
If they make one with a Neon Genesis face plate I’ll buy it.
the white faceplace fears me, looking like a Stadia Controller with that Orange!
Looks exactly like the powera rechargeable one but with detachable plates and 4 programmable buttons and a headphone jack
…I’m so happy I purchased an proprietary Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (new not used, open boxed or refurbished) for $59.99 from Walmart last week… 😏👀😎
I talked to the afterglow company and asled why there is no rumble in 3rd party controllers. One of the designers actually asked nintedo.....nintendo said no. :( so just get the normal pro controller if you like rumble features.
PowerA's own $40 Co trolleys are kinda a better deal than this. I have the one with Link on it and it has motion controls, USB C charging, etc. All its missing is the macro paddles (it instead has 2 buttons on the back) and headphones, for less than half the price.
I love the DualShock 4 because of the mini jack port and I would like something similar on switch
Did anyone notice that with the face plates on, the travel of the left stick doesn’t reach the furthest point when pulling down? I was using this controller to play Resident Evil Revelations 2, and it was actually a good controller for that game… until I had to run away and hold down on the stick. I’m thinking if I sand down the thumb stick and then polish it, that will fix it. It’s fine with no faceplate on it.
rumble is protected by licenses from Nintendo that's on Nintendo, however, pricing on the power a remote is on them, there are price drops on amazon, and gamestop.
Power A*
Power A ALMOST got me. I preordered after the reveal then saw on twitter it didn't even have basic rumble lol i canceled that trash and got the 8bitdo pro +2 instead and its AMAZING
Everyone (RUclipsrs) who picks up the controllers with four paddles on the back always immediately jump to "This sucks, I'm going to remove two so I can still hold the controller"
Everyone who uses the controller for longer than five minutes realizes that's stupid, the controller is perfectly usable with all four and I mean, you paid for them, you might as well use them
Like everyone has already said.. somebody really messed up thinking $100 premium was gonna fly without at least crappy rumble. $100 in anybody's mind is an automatic gyro, rumble and back button regardless of how fancy the box.
Something else.. it doesn't come with two of each size on the extra sticks so you can't change those out and keep them symmetrically paired the same.
This reminds me of the power a game you controller where I thought that controller was perfect until it didn't have rumble.
I'll pass. Extra weight and no rumble is a hard no. Thanks for the review!
Plus, as it turns out, those face plates somewhat restrict the full range of motion of one or both joysticks.
Maybe see if any shorter paddles can be bought for a better feel
I have one of those PowerA controllers super cheap and super good it has lasted more than the joycons without any problems.
I love PowerA and own 7 of their “pro controllers... I was minutes away from ordering this thing when I read the fine print. No rumble an headphone jack that doesn’t work wirelessly = no reason to buy at that price point.
My guess is that HD rumble is a nintendo functionnality and they dont let third parties use the function in their controllers. They could have still put at least regular rumble (like in the 8bit sn30 pro for example).
I actually like those buttons raised from the face plate !!!
Certainly don’t love Nintendo’s flushed buttons very much although the pro controller is one of the better controllers out there.