TechGamingGaming ConsolesXbox totally beats PlayStation when it comes to durability and repairXbox’s right to repair program can greatly extend the life of your controllerWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechGamingGaming ConsolesXbox totally beats PlayStation when it comes to durability and repairXbox’s right to repair program can greatly extend the life of your controllerWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Xbox’s right to repair program can greatly extend the life of your controller
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Xbox)
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TheMicrosoft store in the USnow lists replacement parts for the standard Xbox Wireless Controller andXbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. That includes the main PCBA board, a full button kit in either black or white, and even the top casing – pretty much everything you’d need no matter the issue.
In addition, the firm offers documentation on how to fix its controllers, plus YouTube videos to give you an even better understanding of the process. That includes one on how to fix the Elite Wireless Controller 2.
This is a big boost for anyone with anXbox Series X,Xbox Series Sor an Xbox One who has one of the newer controllers and doesn’t want to shell out full whack for a total replacement.
It’s especially useful for those who have bought the premium Elite 2 controller, which costs around £140 / $140 today.
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The repair program seems to be exclusive to the US at present, with prices there ranging from $19.99 for the top case of a standard controller up to $49.99 for the PCBA of an Elite 2. We hope it’ll extend to the UK soon.
What about the PlayStation DualSense?
We also hope thatSonyis watching and has something similar up its sleeve. While the amazingDualSense Edgecan have its thumbstick modules replaced when they wear out, we’ve found the conventional DualSense controller for the PS5 isn’t as durable as Xbox’s equivalents.
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