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Xbox Elite Controller |OT| That's a paddlin'
- Thread starter The Flash
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It took about 2 days for them to get the pad, about 3 days to process and ship a replacement, and... 8 days to get it back via Fed Ex. Holiday rush, I guess =/. So, just a tad under 2 weeks.
RoninChaos
Member
Wait wait wait wait. How does this magic work?!
If it bothers you, yeah. Cause that isn't right.
Elite Controller + =TitanOne = Magic.
http://cronusmax.com/
BestBuy has them in stores.
The CronusMax can convert all sorts of controls to all sorts of systems, but with newer systems requires to first plug in an original controller at boot to authenticate, then the converted controller takes over, and the system still thinks the inputs are coming from the original controller. It's weird at first to wrap your head around but works great.
Another option are the Brook converters, which only do one type of conversion per converter, but don't need authentication from an original controller. Not sure how they do it, must've cracked the authentication codes. Potentially illegal? Not sure, but if so may never see them in BestBuy.
http://www.brookaccessory.com/product/
seriosbrad
Member
I got an Elite Controller for Xmas. I love it. But I game on PC and haven't really found a use for the paddles in non-fps's (i don't play fps's with gamepads). You guys have any suggestions for where the paddles could come in handy?
Baleoce
Member
Can they be remapped to other buttons not on the controller?
seriosbrad
Member
No
, not without something like Xpadder anyways. I'd rather not run more junk in the background though, I'm pretty minimalist.I'd love to be able to bind one of the paddles to my push-to-talk keybind.
every game
Ecto311
Member
I don't know and the extra paddles was a big reason I wanted this thing. But they are always being pressed when I set it down and making moves/choices on the xbox when I don't want it to. I might even return it because of that. The controller feels really solid but also kinda sloppy with this kind of stuff. Plus it makes it hard to just hold in the hand when you are playing since you can't hold it solidly without pressing something. I have yet to try it on PC though.
Baleoce
Member
This is my biggest worry with regards to this controller. If this is a common issue then it might put me off of getting one.
You just get used to it.
DOT DASH DOT
Member
You adjust, it definitely isn't worse than the DS4......man every damn time I put it down I would fire a bullet in Bloodborne, also nearly took out the Plain Doll plenty of times.
Ecto311
Member
How do you get used to just pressing random buttons? If I set it on any uneven surface like the couch or arm rest it just starts going nuts on the xbox. Grabbing the controller from putting it down also does this since you can't just grip it you have to pinch the middle or sides. I might try this double tap though to see if it disables the buttons. I wish there was a button on the front or switch that I could stop the back paddles from being pressed.
I haven't had this problem at all with the controller. Granted I don't grip the controller with a bunch of force, but I put my hand right on top of the paddles, and I never press them accidentally.
seriosbrad
Member
It's a common issue that nobody knows how to use the built-in feature to disable the paddles
Double-tap the sync button to enable/disable the paddles to prevent mis-clicking. But I can see how you would still want to sometimes set it down without disabling the paddles first, I can get past it I think.
Omg you are a lifesaver!
hikarutilmitt
Member
According to their rep they're a subsidiary of ZeroPlus, which has the license to produce controller boards and other accessories in Taiwan. It's funny you bring this up, though, considering the stories told behind the CronusMax.
It's a common issue that nobody knows how to use the built-in feature to disable the paddles
Double-tap the sync button to enable/disable the paddles to prevent mis-clicking. But I can see how you would still want to sometimes set it down without disabling the paddles first, I can get past it I think.
First thing I did.
I guess I'll add my impressions since I was skeptical based on the price. I picked up the controller with the Halo 5 free deal, so keep in mind I probably wouldn't have rationalized spending the full price on the controller otherwise.
Pros:
-Feels really solid. My day 1 xbox controller felt "loose and squeezy". Elite feels solid as a rock
-Rubber grips don't feel awkward or cheap
-Shoulder buttons are way better
-Triggers feel real nice. the option to shorten the distance to pull the trigger is cool, but it feels less "solid"
-the paddles are a cool idea, but I like that you can totally turn them off or remove them
-the disc pad is actually pretty impressive. I want to try it on a fighting game just to see how it feels.
-I really like the replacement PS style thumb sticks. It might replace my ps4 controller now
-surprisingly the cable was really solid as well and fits into the controller much sturdier than my day 1 controller
cons:
-price
overall I'm actually impressed with the controller and definitely see it becoming the go to if I can get used to all the features.
Been using it for a little while now, boy does this feel so good in your hands. Getting more and more used to the paddles too. Short ones at the top is working best for me, so handy how cusomizable it is.
Literally its only con is the price. But IMO I think it's worth it if you game a lot. You're using it every second you play games.
Literally its only con is the price. But IMO I think it's worth it if you game a lot. You're using it every second you play games.
User 479360
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I plan to just use it for specific games, and mostly use a regular controller in order to save wear and tear.
Leaning towards CronusMax+. The Brook may do the same thing at $44 but if you want to use it on other devices, you have to buy separate ones. Seems like they want to milk you. I'd rather buy one that can be used on all/most systems.
Do you guys think they'll be able to get CronusMax+ working with the Elite wireless dongle? If it happens, you guys think it will be a new revision instead of a FW update?
Sooo I'm sure I read about this a few weeks ago on here but just thought I'd check. Every so often when I move my right analogue stick from 0 to 90 degrees, there's an audible click. It's not there all the time but it comes back every so often. I've not had chance to use my pad much so I'm not sure if this is something that will go away or is it a defective unit?
catpurrcat
Member
My left stick does that. Also when I do a 360 degree rotation. Meh. Doesn't bother me, just strange.
That said, it doesn't happen 90% of the time when I have the shortest thumb stick attached. Maybe it has to do with thumb pressure and range of motion?
I currently run that exact setup. You need a PC fairly close to your PS4. Cronus connects to your PC via mini-USB, then plug your DS4 into the Cronus for auth, connect your Elite to your PC via the wireless dongle, finally run the Cronus Pro "Max Input" plugin with PS4 mode on.
Fairly heavy setup but it works perfectly fine once you do. Only issue I ran into is if your Xbox controller disconnects you break the authentication chain, requiring you to unplug everything and reconnect it.
My left stick does this if I put too much force on it when I hit the outer ring. If I'm gentle with it, only using enough force to hit the edge, it's fine. But sometimes it's hard to be gentle if I'm, say, flying a jet in Just Cause 3 and trying to pull up fast
Mountainmohawk
Member
Anyone running into problems with certain games on Windows 10?
On some games it's acting as though the left stick is pressed to the left and that the right trigger acts as though the left stick is pressed right. It only happens on certain games and from what I've read, it only happens on Windows 10. I was hoping someone maybe had a workaround.
On some games it's acting as though the left stick is pressed to the left and that the right trigger acts as though the left stick is pressed right. It only happens on certain games and from what I've read, it only happens on Windows 10. I was hoping someone maybe had a workaround.
which certain games? I have had no problems so far.
seriosbrad
Member
I can't wait to see what kind of plug n' play mods people start making for this thing. It's been a while since we've seen 1st party accessories compete with 3rd party like Scuf and Razer.
CaptainCook
Member
Does Best Buy carry these in store?
They told me about a week ago that it would start appearing in stores spring of 2016.
Yes. That's where I got mine two weeks ago here in California.
Baleoce
Member
It's a common issue that nobody knows how to use the built-in feature to disable the paddles
Double-tap the sync button to enable/disable the paddles to prevent mis-clicking. But I can see how you would still want to sometimes set it down without disabling the paddles first, I can get past it I think.
That's good that you can disable the paddles, I'd definitely try and get used to doing that early on. What about the paddles affecting the grip you have on the controller when you want them active, is that a subjective thing, or do you notice it as well?
User 479360
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Moa
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BlindSwordsmanZ
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Stories??
Hellshingu
Member
Did you order it in store? I've been trying to get one online with them and it's been sold out by the time I put in my payment info.
I have been using my elite controller on xb1 and love it. I just ordered the windows 10 adapter so I can use it on PC. My PC and xb1 are about 10 feet from eachother. Can I have them synced up to both xb1 and PC without causing issues? I dont want to hit the button and have my xb1 turn on when im playing pc game....
The controller will only sync to one device at a time. unsync it from the Xbox first if you don't want it turning on
Nah, walked in and they had luckily just gotten a shipment. Hadn't even put it out on the store floor yet.
Ah, so if I go back and forth I will have to sync it every single time. Got it.