Xbox
Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
Based on 63 Reddit mentions
$199.00
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how to fix and prevent 'peeling' on xbox elite 2 controller?
You can try to peal it up and put a spot of crazy glue but, truth, I ran into the same issue, tried the glue and one spot was great, then other not so good. Went on Amazon did a search for replacement faceplates for the elite 2, like $15-20, even custom colors. This is the one I ordered. Amazon.com:
...DavidinCT in r/XboxSupport
May 27, 2026 2:35 PM
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Arrived today, easily my favourite controller I’ve owned!
I really wish they made an elite series 2 of this. I always sucked at controller and always get messed up on the abxy buttons. 4 grip/back buttons completely fixed it and now i can actually okay controller games! I'm about due for a new controller after 3 years, the rumble motor on my elite series 3
...Inevitable_Virus_765 in r/ForzaHorizon6
May 24, 2026 3:15 AM
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Shoud I change my Elite Series 2 for the new Steam Controller?
The elite series 2 is also meant for PC gaming. If it still works well, no missed presses or double-presses like mine has developed, continue using it. And since the elite is an xbox controller with xinput, it is far more directly compatible with games than the steam controller.
Roccondil-s in r/Steam
May 14, 2026 6:34 PM
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Negative Steam Controller Review
Good take and I agree. The first controllers I bought were agonizing. I had been using MnK for almost 30 years and my history with controllers was basically Nintendo until the the GameCube. Sure, I played PS3 and PS4 here and there and even owned both. But nothing ever would get me to like controlle
...Falkenmond79 in r/Steam
May 14, 2026 9:42 PM
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Debating a PS5
Because most here are Sony ponnies (sorry not sorry). One can say my white controller is a lemon, but my black too? They are both starting to make funny squeaky noises on the sticks lol. And having two controllers is away of life on PS, one for charging and one to play... Because they have like 8 ho
...Maidenless_Sensei in r/consoles
January 6, 2026 1:26 AM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
Dropped mine twice, scratched it, playing daily with it for 2-3h almost every day (even more during days off) the last 3 years, I destroyed one of the stick's plastic and the glued the side plastics so it won't look like shit. Its still working perfectly so I have no idea how the fk do people break
...Accomplished_Run9449 in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 2:19 PM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
Had both the Elite Series 1 & 2, will get the Elite Series 3. Every controller on the market, without exception, will develop problems with long term use. The Elite Controller is however worthy of the best reviews as a controller, because quite simply it has earned that praise in many ways over the
...Blessings-of-the-Sun in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 4:09 PM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
I’ve had mine for a year and a half. I actually adore it (I may be an odd case since I personally don’t care very much about stick drift since it doesn’t really affect me in game, unless I’m AFK). It isn’t flawless. Stick drift is about as bad as the regular Series X/S controllers, and the rubber gr
...Odd_Replacement_9644 in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 9:12 PM
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How reliable is the Xbox Elite Series 2 in 2026?
I've own two Elite 2 controllers over the years so here's my thoughts on the points you wanted to know about: Stick drift - Both my current and the previous had stick drift issues. It's something that came about nearing the end of the warranty period. Buttons - No button issues specifically but my f
...DarkoDesign in r/xbox
May 26, 2026 7:59 PM
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Early signs of stick drift have begun. (I’m cooked)
I personally love the Xbox controller and I put hall effect sticks in it. You should be able to find a service that could put them in for you, if you like your controller that is. I have an Elite Series 2 and love it but I’ve never tried any of the 8bitdo or other controllers so I’m biased. Also if
...Ill_Currency_553 in r/XboxSupport
May 18, 2026 5:30 PM
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