PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S - Red, Detachable 10ft USB Cable, Mappable Buttons and Rumble Motors, Officially Licensed for Xbox

I can't speak to the durability of this controller, but that's a low bar to clear. I've bought five of the official wireless controllers since I got my Xbox One. One of them still works, and one is completely broken. The remaining three no longer work unless physically plugged in, and two of those have the stick travel issue. None have any outward signs of damage.Having resigned myself to the fact that wireless official controllers are a ripoff that I'll end up having to use wired anyway, I figured I might as well get a wired one. I bought this one fully expecting to return it because of the ridiculously bad deadzones, and inaccurate d-pads that plague nearly every 3rd party controller I've tried.I was pleasantly surprised when I tried it. At first I thought it simply didn't work, until I realized you really have to shove that cable deep into the USB port. The opening on the controller is shaped to fit the end of the included cable, and it hard to get in there. Once it's in, it grips like a vice, and unlike the official controller, there is no way normal movements will shake it loose.So I fired up the Xbox, and loaded the whatever game was in the tray, which happened to be Call of Duty: WWII. I fully expected my character to spin in circles every time I breathed on the analog stick, or any number of other horrid defects you usually get with 3rd party controllers, but it worked flawlessly. Possibly even slightly better than the official controllers.As I said before, I have no idea how durable this thing is, but if I can even get six months out of it, it would surpass the original controller in every regard.

Love the advanced button mapping , love the little sticky thing attached to your cord so you can easily wrapped your cord up after gaming .... GREAT CONTROLLER GREAT Price

**Five-Star Review for PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S**⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I recently purchased the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for my Xbox Series X, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision! The white controller with built in LEDs are not only eye-catching but also adds a stylish touch to my gaming setup.The first thing I noticed was the comfort of the controller. It fits perfectly in my hands, and the textured grips provide excellent control during long gaming sessions. The detachable 10ft USB cable is a game-changer—no more worrying about battery life or having to recharge mid-game. The length gives me the freedom to play comfortably without being tethered too closely to the console.One of the standout features is the mappable buttons. This allows me to customize my controller layout for different games, giving me an edge in competitive play. The added rumble motors enhance the gaming experience, making every explosion and impact feel more immersive.As an officially licensed product for Xbox, I appreciate the high-quality build that PowerA delivers. The responsiveness of the buttons and analog sticks is top-notch, making it easy to execute precise movements in-game.Overall, the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller has exceeded my expectations. It’s a fantastic option for any Xbox Series X|S gamer looking for a reliable and customizable controller. I highly recommend it!---

I finally really started using the controller lately, mainly Rocket League. I mapped boost to RB and within 40hrs of use, I noticed the RB making a strange noise, and then a few hrs later, it stopped working. I took the controller apart and the LB and RB mechanisms are flismy and likely break a lot. Part of the plastic snapped somehow (I didn't drop it) and there was no way to fix it. The warranty was very easy and I'm waiting on a replacement (may take a week or two), so I still recommend the controller for the price. I might look at the Turtle Beach alternative or an office Xbox controller next time, but the 2 year warranty really is nice to have on something like a controllerI'm a PC gamer currently, but in the past I have enjoyed Playstation consoles since they were invented. I went to PC for performance increases as well as the availability of tons of games. I haven't used a controller in a few years now and I have to say that it is more enjoyable playing EVERY game EXCEPT fps with a controller. Some games really are only enjoyable with a controller. They all seem to be optimized for a controller and you also get the vibration. It's also more comfortable long term than a keyboard and mouse. I play a lot of Tarkov, so that is always going to be keyboard and mouse, and it seems like it is currently the only game of 50+ that I'm using the keyboard for still.As for the actual controller, I got the red one. The gold D-pad looks slick. Quality seems fine, seems like a solid plastic controller. The topside is a matte finish and the bottom side is a criss-cross pattern that feels nice in the hand.I hesitated for a longtime to get a controller and I'm not sure why. I paid $32+tax.