Microsoft presents the new Xbox Series X controller with several improvements over the Xbox One.
Microsoft has released the new Xbox Series X controller in partnership after also showing all the technical specifications of the console today. The company's goal is that "the best command is … Even better." In an Xbox Wire post, the publisher explains that she has developed the controller with better ergonomics in mind for more gamers, better connectivity, easier content sharing, and even lower latency. In an interview they talk to Ryan Whitaker, a senior designer at Xbox, who explains what they wanted to achieve with this remote that is included with the console when it comes out, they indicate, this Christmas, despite the fact that some analysts were talking just today about possible delays in departure of next gen consoles (both this and PS5) due to the coronavirus. Be that as it may, the reality is that the new Xbox family controller is here. And it comes full of news.
"One of the keys to improvement was to make a remote control adapted to those who have the smallest hands; making it comfortable for hands similar to those that are 8 years old, we have been able to improve the accessibility and comfort of hundreds of millions of people without affecting negatively to those with bigger hands, "he explains. That is why they have redesigned the grip areas, the contours of the triggers and have given it a much more comfortable shape in general, they report.
New crosshead
Another relevant change is the crosshead. "When looking at video game genres, there are many who use the d-pad, and gamers need the edges to be well defined to mark diagonals (…) so we made this design," says Whitaker. According to him, what they have learned from the Elite controller after using the different d-pad that it brings is that the best thing was "to design a hybrid system that takes the best of both, and feels great." They assure that it will allow to mark the directions perfectly and also the seamless diagonals.
USB-C cable, less latency, compatible with One …
In terms of connectivity and compatibility, Microsoft specifies that the controller will also be compatible with Xbox One, which comes with a USB-C port to be able to play and charge the controller – goodbye to batteries – and that they have implemented a BTLE system (Bluetooth Low Energy ) to connect with devices -including mobile and PC- in a much easier way.
"We have reduced latency by introducing a series of improvements that we call Dynamic Latency Input, which includes specific technology in the console and in the hdmi connection to our television. It all starts with the remote control, the information is sent more frequently and it fits exactly with the frames that are seen on the screen. The result: we cut precious milliseconds in each step of the gameplay and the actions are more instantaneous, "he says.
Share button: share from a single button
The Xbox senior designer has also detailed that they have decided to add a share button, after user requests, because they consider that "playing is a way to connect with other people; capturing and sharing epic moments or memes is part of the experience and It should be as fast as possible and unobstructed. " Therefore, consider that adding this button is the best way to instantly share things: "take a screenshot or record a video without having to go to on-screen menus and then access and share the content on your favorite social network or directly with friends".
Lastly, the controller has also changed the touch so that it "feels better during the game sessions" and the grip is much better in general terms, we have dry or sweaty hands.
