RIG - Nacon Revolution X Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11 - Black

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• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Amazing

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  I love this controller i use it all the time. Outside the color the software was confusing but once i realized i switch it to advance mode to use the software it was easygoing

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  Posted 2 years ago by

• Rated 4 out of 5 stars

  Control The Way You Play!

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  I needed a new controller for my Xbox Series X recently. My previous third-party controller was decent with its back paddle buttons but it wasn’t delivering in those split-second moments that can make or break a gamer. The Nacon Revolution X caught my attention and I decided to give it a shot. Ready, Set, Play: With a controller that is offering a lot of customization, I figured that there would be several minutes dedicated to setting up the controller even in its default mode. I plugged the Revolution X into my Xbox Series X and it was immediately recognized. At the time of this review, there wasn’t any updating necessary. Let’s Re-Map the Controller: It’s safe to say that we gamers have unique ways of playing games with controllers. Having access to various button combinations eases accessibility. Some alternative controllers will require the user to plug the controller into their PC to access the app for customization. But with the Revolution X, you have the option of using the PC app or you can download the free Nacon app through the Xbox and customize the controller through the console. As you would expect, the Revolution X controller has back paddles, allowing your fingers to easily press them without sacrificing precious seconds if you were using a standard Xbox controller. The Revolution X takes the accessible buttons a step further by integrating the triggers (or face buttons) INTO the handles themselves. These buttons are almost flush with the controller but they are amazing once you train yourself not to squeeze them normally. I think a lot of gamers that rely on split-second reactions will enjoy this. And if you’re not the First Person Shooter or Fortnite type of gamer then you can easily find a use for the re-mapping options for games like Diablo II/Diablo III where you can assign the buttons as ‘hot keys’. For me, I created controller profiles that accommodate my fast button pressing in game-like Cuphead or attack & magic profiles in Dragon’s Dogma (I’m revisiting the game in anticipation of the sequel). Moving beyond the button and trigger mappings is the Response Curve. This allows you to tweak how fast or slow you want the analog sticks to react to your movement. This can come in handy if you’re playing No Build Mode in Fortnite and want to focus on eliminating other players with ease. You can experiment with what may work for you. And there are several presets already built-in for FPS, Racing, Fighting games, etc. This controller feels as if it had a focus group of real gamers behind this. There’s also trigger sensitivity customization as well. Again, experimenting with this can make the user feel confident when playing. You can create four profiles for genres or other gamers in your home. And if you just want to go back to the default setting for a particular game, then you can flip a switch on the back and the controller plays as if it just came out of the box. Sturdy: One of my last Xbox controllers felt ‘hollow’ whenever I used it. It was too light and felt like it could crack like a hollow chocolate bunny if I applied normal pressure to it. The Revolution doesn’t feel hollow. However, it did feel a little light for my taste which was easily solved because the controller comes with various small weights that easily fit into the controller handles. I went with the 10g weights which gives the controller just enough weight. Not too light. Not too heavy. There are two other weight options if you desire something heavier or lighter. No Drifting: Stick drifting is the stuff of nightmares for any gamer. Seeing the reticule or third-person camera start to move on its own is a punch to the chest. Stick drift affects how we perform. The Revolution stick shafts are made of metal and have excellent snapback to them. Though I have only been using this controller for a couple of weeks, I honestly don’t feel that stick drift is going to be an issue in the foreseeable future. Ready… Aim . . . Now here’s the part where the Revolution X controller shines; The stick bases. These metal bases can be switched out easily and what they do is allow the player to have a shorter or longer range of motion when playing. Add this to the customized Response Curve and you can create a unique gaming experience whether you’re sniping in Warzone or need to frantically dodge in a game like Hades. It’s up to the player. Looking Good . . . The aesthetics of the Revolution controller could be described as streamlined and minimalist. It’s not cheap looking but it’s not overpromising with a bunch of visual bells and whistles. I like how there’s an RGB circle around the right analog stick. You can customize the light pattern as well through the app. The controller comes in a hard-shell case that holds the stick bases, the various controller weights as well as the LONG USB-C cord that you need to connect to your Xbox or PC. I tip my hat off to the person(s) who designed the case and decided to make sure that the wrapped-up cord doesn’t rest or push down on the analog sticks (another contributor to stick drifting). Hear It All: The Revolution X also comes with Dolby Atmos sound for your headphones. You just plug in the controller and the Xbox recognizes and guides you through the downloading process. You don’t see many controllers go out of their way to provide Surround Sound these days. In the End: I am very pleased with my Revolution X controller. To date, it’s the best controller that I’ve owned for my Series X. I know that the more I experiment with the customization, the more I will be further improving how I play several types of games. I cannot wait to play Modern Warfare II this year using this controller. I have a feeling that this controller will be getting a lot of use next year with Starfield!

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  Posted 2 years ago by Acadius

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Great controller-full of surprises

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  This review is for the RIG - Nacon Revolution X Controller for Xbox. This is by far the best wired controller I have used. Most wired controllers that I've used in the past were faulty, had slow reaction time, the buttons would get stuck, or just didn't have a good feel while playing with them. But not only does this feel extremely comfortable, but the reaction time was also better than my wireless controllers. The thing I love the most about this controller is just how comfortable it is to play with and use. It's a nice size as well and not bulky at all. The adjustable trigger made playing first-person shooters a lot easier and definitely improved gameplay. And I love how it has different controller recommendations for sensitivity for different types of games. The 3D Dolby atoms is an amazing feature. And the fact that you can adjust the thumbsticks and change the weights is really helpful. The button mapping is also great! In my experience, you would have to get a modded controller that costs a lot of money to have that capability. The app is very easy to use and understand. I love how you can have different profiles so if someone else is playing on your controller they can have their own preset. And for different games, you can also have different profiles. It seems like a simple controller but it's full of goodies. I would recommend this controller to anyone who wants complete comfort and a great gaming experience.

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  Posted 2 years ago by Maddie