- Precise 3D audio
Unleash 3D audio instantly on any Xbox console by accessing Dolby Atmos for Headphones when you plug in the controller - Customizable
Map buttons, set thumbstick sensitivity, set trigger dead zones and much more with the Revolution X app that allows pro customization options - Competition-grade wired controller
Wired to reduce latency, allowing for faster reaction times and greater accuracy - Programmable
4 programmable rear panel triggers provide an extra level of control - Cable included
Long 9.8FT/3M nylon braided cable that is highly durable and ultra-flexible
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RIG – Nacon Revolution X Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11 Black – Black
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Additional information
| Weight | 9.17 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 2.2 × 3.8 × 6.06 in |
| Product Weight | 9.17 pounds |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Platform(s) | Xbox One |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts | 1 year |
| Color Category | Black |
| Product Width | 3.8 inches |
| Product Length | 2.2 inches |
| Product Height | 6.06 inches |
| Wireless | No |
| Product Name | Nacon Revolution X Controller for Xbox Series X, S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11 Black |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor | 1 year |
| Brand | RIG |
| Button Mapping | Yes |
| Headset Jack | Yes |
| UPC | 850018522649 |
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callmeageeth –
I’m a long time gamer on all consoles and PCs. I’ve always been intrigued by “elite” controllers that offer additional buttons. But I’ve always been hesitant to test the waters because the controller that comes with my systems works just fine. Plus, it seems complicated and hard to master. I play a lot, but I’d still describe myself as a casual player, I’m not necessarily trying to climb the Call of Duty or Halo online leaderboards.
The Nacon controller can best be described as a budget elite controller – which isn’t a bad thing. The customization, at least on PC, seems endless (and in my opinion, too complex, but I know some people like that deep level of customization). But I really like the swappable concave and convex controller stems with adjustable height. That’s something I can get behind. Its only real downside is that it’s wireless, but the cable is plenty long to go from most consoles to the couch, and you never have to worry about batteries.
IN THE BOX
You get a case, the controller, a nice wired USB-A to USB-C cable, extra thumbsticks and height extenders as well as weights for the controller itself. What I absolutely love is that everything fits into the travel case, so there’s no worry about losing any of the accessories.
I should mention that you also get Dolby Atmos audio when you plug your headphones into the controller.
DESIGN AND BUILD QUALITY
This is a well made controller that in some ways feels “cheap and plasticky” but in others, it feels great. Do not get me wrong, it’s well built, you won’t hear any creaks of plastic or feel any give in it. It’s also extremely light, I’m sure in part because it doesn’t have any batteries. Even if you put the heaviest weights in the handles, it still feels like one of the lightest controllers I’ve held.
Without doing a direct comparison, its size feels virtually identical to the standard Xbox controller. It has the standard button placement that you would expect of an Xbox controller, but it also has additional triggers along the backside (2 sets). There’s a switch to turn off the advanced controller mapping and a button to cycle through the profiles (more on that in a bit).
I like the placement of the additional triggers, but sometimes it feels like I’m hitting them by accident or I can’t find them when I’m purposefully trying to press them. I’m certain it’s something that takes a little time and muscle memory.
GENERAL USE
In most respects, this is just a typical Xbox controller that you’re already familiar with in terms of spacing of buttons, size of the controller and placement of the joysticks. I found the buttons to be extra “clicky,” almost akin to a mechanical keyboard, but they worked great. And I absolutely loved the D pad. Feels great and isn’t too wobbly.
It worked on my Xbox just fine, but I did have some connectivity issues on my ASUS ROG laptop. I kept getting a notification that it was malfunctioning. Eventually after unplugging and plugging it back in several times, it worked. I just hope it doesn’t continue to be a problem.
CUSTOMIZATION
As I mentioned, this controller is highly customizable, especially on mapping buttons and adjusting the sensitivity of the buttons/triggers. I did this after downloading the software to my PC. The menu was pretty easy to navigate and I understood what buttons/sensitivity settings I was changing, but I found it daunting. There are so many different things you can do, and as a newbie to modifying controller settings, I was a bit turned off. If you know what you’re doing, however, then I’d imagine you’d be in heaven.
You can create up to 5 profiles (RIG has 5 default settings for different games, like FPS, sports, racing, etc). Once set up on your PC, you can change them on the fly with the switch on the back of the controller. You can even change the color of the ring around the right joystick which corresponds to the profile you’re using (or when you turn the advanced features off)
The controller itself has different weights that you can put inside the handles underneath a cover that pops off (with a little force). I still found the controller pretty light, even with heaviest weights in. You can also replace the concave sticks with convex sticks depending on your preferences, and install spacers so the joystick is taller. This is nice for finer movements like aiming in FPS. I was a little nervous about breaking the sticks when taking them off, but I didn’t break anything. They were just a little difficult to remove. They stay on really well.
CONCLUSION
This is for a targeted audience. While it’s not really a budget controller per se, if you are looking for an “elite” customizable controller that isn’t as expensive as the Microsoft branded one – and you don’t mind wires – this is certainly worth a look. If you don’t care one iota about customizing the controller’s settings or think it’s too difficult, then look elsewhere. While it’s a terrific controller in it’s own right, and while still “budget” for the features, it’s certainly meant to cater to the more pro-ish gamer communities who are looking to gain an edge anyway they can. Simply put, it’s a great controller for its intended but limited audience.
Daniel –
I have been able to spend some quality time with this controller. I mostly use it for my PC for single player games like Tomb Raider, Need for Speed and F122. I have also used it for Apex Legends. I hook up my Laptop to the TV and bam you gaming with amazing graphics and a wicked controller. This controller has so many bells and whistles. I really like the feature set this controller has. It really shows it strengths once you fine tune it with the Windows app. And man when you do there are so many options. You can make up to 4 profiles with different settings and parameters. You can change the response curves on the joysticks, map the buttons to other buttons (including the grip buttons), the trigger sensitivity, and even the RGB around the joystick! I haven’t gotten to the hardware yet! You can add weights to each grip, I love this because it allows it to light when you want to and heavy when you need it. I personally like the heavy feel it gives it a more quality feel. You can change the the range of motion on the joysticks with the included collars. This is great for games that you need more finesse allow you to be more accurate. Just make sure that you remember to swap them back when you don’t need them. I was playing Tomb Raider and was wondering why I was moving so slow not realizing I had the collar on! I did have a minor negative it is that the cable is pretty short for using on an Xbox or a PC attached to a TV. I had to use an extension cable for it to reach without it clotheslining my family. Again it’s minor nit picking. This controller is the complete package it has everything thing you want and then some! I highly recommend for anyone wanting upgrade their controller game!
Mistabritt –
So I received my RIG Nacon Revolution X Controller for Xbox/PC gaming about a week ago and have been putting it through it’s paces. Recently over the last few months, I’ve started to slowly venture into PC Gaming. Before, I was mainly a console gamer (and I use that word loosely, meaning I’m no hardcore gamer), however, being I have a couple of gaming laptops in my household, I’ve been wanting to try my hand at PC gaming. Using keyboard keys in my opinion can be tiresome, then this Xbox/PC controller came along. This controller is very nice. Starting off with the quality of the build of this controller is solid. It’s very sturdy and does not feel cheap at all. I love the heft and the solid feel in my hands.
Unboxing the package, you’re greeted with a nice sturdy black storage case that house everything and is easy for travel. Inside the storage case comes the Revolution X Wired Controller, grip weights, cleaning cloth, extra concave thumbsticks, USB-C to USB-A cable, and a Dolby Atmos Activation card to get started. Included also is the user documentation to help you get started. Everything in this package including the cable is all of premium quality.
For those that are just learning or starting off with PC gaming (or even those who usually do console gaming), there might be a slight learning curve with the controller being this controller has extra buttons underneath. It was a little daunting at first and you just have to know where to place your hands/fingers as there’s probably a button near where you would normally place your finger. I will say that while using this controller it was very responsive and all of the controls worked as expected. Although I wish this was a wireless controller, I will say that as soon as you plug the controller into your desktop/laptop, its ready to go.
I would not recommend this controller for a beginner. Not that a beginner can’t learn it but just that it’ll take some time to get used to.
WyldeBlue –
Between my own custom gaming rig, my daughters’ gaming towers, three gaming laptops, and two XBoxes in the family, we’ve gone through our share of wired and wireless Xbox controllers over the years. At the moment, my personal daily drivers between PC and Xbox are a pair of Elite Wireless v2s while my daughters are just starting to get “serious” enough about gaming to be jealously eying my Elites. When the Nacon Revolution X came along, I thought I would give it shot to see if it was something “elite enough” to replace one of my existing controllers so I could pass one along to my youngest daughter, or maybe see if she would be happy to game with this one as-is. It turns out the latter was true, but not for the reasons I was expecting.
Despite seeming a bit large in the hand, physical construction feels a bit light at first–not cheap, just light (more on that later). The matte-finish plastic shell features a subtle grippy texture along the sides and back bottom half of the grips…this is not a controller you’re likely to see fly out of your hands even after a long session of heated gaming. A thick, high-quality 10-foot braided USB-A to USB-C cable fits into the deeply recessed USB-C port at the top of the controller–this is a great design feature for avoiding cable strain and should keep the port from developing connection problems even after years of use. Face buttons are large and flat-topped; this makes them *feel* noticeably larger than the Elite controller’s domed face buttons. The D-pad is also a hair larger than the Elite’s with a slightly “swollen” plus-shape that makes it a little easier to pull off diagonals because there is more D-pad material under your fingertip. D-pad action is solid though the feel is slightly soft or mushy in all directions as opposed to the Elite’s more resolute directional clicking action.
Similar to the Elite, the Revolution X also features four rear triggers; however, instead of raised paddles, the rear trigger/buttons are integrated into the grips themselves. The upper rear triggers have a trapezoidal shape with smooth curves that hugged the contours of my middle fingers quite nicely; the lower rear triggers are long slivers capped with a textured surface that help both with discerning the two sets of triggers by feel, as well as enhancing grip on the controller itself. Throw on the rear triggers is VERY short and at first I was afraid of accidental trigger presses during gameplay, especially the lower grip triggers because I tend to hold my controller very tightly; but surprisingly, even during a very frantic fighting game, I never once accidentally pressed the rear trigger buttons. The regular shoulder triggers and bumpers are larger than the Elite’s; RT/LT have a long smooth throw while RB/LB have short/quick actuation–they do not feel mushy or soft.
Up front, the standard select, menu, share, and Xbox buttons are on tap. A white LED glows above the Xbox button when the controllers is active, and an LED ring encircles the right thumbstick–the LEDs are also customizable in the Revolution X app. Thumbstick action is fast with very little resistance offered in any direction–in general, they feel slightly looser than the Elite’s thumbsticks, but not sloppy or imprecise. Stock thumbstick toppers are concave and feature textured surfaces for better grip. At the bottom of the controller’s face are four LEDs to indicate which of four gaming profiles is selected; a combo 3.5mm audio jack is situated at the very bottom of the controller. The back offers two additional controls, one for profile selection, and one for toggling between “classic” (simple, onboard button programming) and “advanced” (deep, Revolution X customizations and programming) modes of operation. In classic mode, simple button mapping is available if you just want to customize a few functions and be on your way. The deep, almost intimidating customizations are available in the companion Revolution X app.
The Revolution X is a tweaker’s dream offering an almost dizzying array of software- and hardware-based adjustments and customization. The included carrying case features a mesh pocket for the cable and a smaller clam-shell case with three different sets of grip weights, two additional mushroom thumbstick toppers, and two different sets of thumbstick throw restrictors (there’s even a Revolution-X branded cleaning cloth thrown in for good measure). Grip weights (10g, 14g, or 16g) can be added or changed by removing the back grip covers and inserting the tiny dumbbell weights into the recessed tabs; I was surprised at how much of a difference the weight changes actually made for comfort in the hand–my guess is that virtually any gamer of any size/age will find a combination that simply feels right or more reassuring. The thumbstick toppers simply pop off with just a little bit of force though you do have to be careful replacing them because they are slotted in the rear and only fit one way back onto the thumbstick assemblies. The thumbstick restrictor collars are actually a cool bit of engineering…they fit over the existing thubmstick stalks and physically limit how much throw the thumbsticks have; combined with customized dead zones and response curves in the app and you have an incredibly powerful and flexible way to personalize in-game performance and the physical behavior of the controls themselves.
The controller supports free access to Dolby Atmos and the process was seamless for us. Once I downloaded the Dolby app, it recognized the controller and immediately enabled Atmos audio enhancements. Unfortunately, this “free” Atmos processing is only available if you use the 3.5mm jack on the controller itself; Atmos will not activate for other headsets or audio dongles unless you have already paid for the license separately. If you are using the Revolution X app, you can make additional adjustments to the onboard audio using a 5-band EQ, turning on/off 3D audio, and setting gain and noise suppression on the mic input.
Speaking of the app, it was clearly designed with consoles in mind so PC users take note–adjustments are controller/button-based and while navigation can be accomplished using arrows/keystrokes, values must be selected/changed using the D-pad; you cannot use the keyboard to make numerical changes. Customization starts with basic button mapping using a very large and user-friendly graphical interface. Thumbstick response curve adjustments allow customizing dead zones, sensitivity, reactivity areas, and include several helpful presets to try out including straight linear (for sports or racing games), reactive (FPS), boosted (for sniper-type controls), immediate (for quick-twitch arcade & fighting games), and “ultra reactive” (supposedly for infiltration style games). Trigger responsiveness can also be set based on how much of the full trigger pull you want to utilize, and where the pull starts/stops registering. It’s not quite as visceral or immediate as physical trigger stops (like on the Elites) that limit how much actual throw the triggers have under your fingers, but it does allow for greater granular control over in-game trigger functioning. As indicated above, there is a page in the app for personalizing audio performance, and another page of adjustments where you can customize the strength of the grip and trigger vibration motors, change the color and pattern of the right thumbstick’s LED ring light, and change the D-pad behavior from 8-way to 4-way…a VERY nice touch for improving responsiveness in games that make no use of the diagonals.
WOW…that’s a lot of customization options both in physical and software aspects of operation, some of which even rival the pricier Elite 2’s capabilities. So, why wasn’t this controller a home run for me? In the end, it all came down to the ergonomics around the triggers. As I’ve indicated elsewhere, this is a slightly bigger controller with some design features seemingly suited to those with slightly larger hands. When I gave the controller to my 11 year-old daughter, she was afraid she wasn’t going to be able to use it comfortably because it was so large–however, she got over that feeling REALLY fast and now positively loves the controller. Me…I don’t have overly huge hands (I typically wear L or XL in men’s gloves), but I have fairly long, slender fingers. I found that I quickly developed a great deal of discomfort near the knuckles and tops of my middle fingers that rested directly beneath the left & right triggers. On the Elites, the portion of the controller shell that overhangs beneath triggers is short and has a gentle slope/curvature that allows my fingers to rest on top of the controller. On the Revolution X, the curvature of the shell beneath the triggers is so steep and abrupt, and the overhang itself is so large, that it was pressing against the tops of my fingers and knuckles HARD–the best way I can describe the feeling is “cramped.” Try as I might using varying grip strength and pressure, I simply couldn’t get comfortable using the Revolution X and ultimately passed it along to my daughter who simply flipped for all the options and tweaks her new ultra-advanced controller offered.
Does that mean the Revolution X is a dud–hardly; it’s got deep, extensive, professional/tournament-grade customization options that anyone really serious about their gaming should definitely appreciate. But the fitment and ergonomics were SO problematic for me that I cannot make a blanket recommendation, even if the issues I experienced are likely not going to be common for a bulk of the users out there–definitely recommended, but only after seeing what it feels like in your own hands.
InspectorGadget –
Nice controller for xbox or pc. A bit bigger than my old one it still feels comfortable maybe even more so. Comes with a nice case for storage or to take it with you. Case also holds the cable and included accessories.
The sticks seem to have more travel than other controllers which I like since it gives me better (finer?) control over movement. It also comes with two different sizes of spacers if you prefer less travel. Also pretty lightweight but includes four weights to add if you want more weight. Two extra stick tops give you a choice of convex or concave shape. The accessories also have their own case which fits inside the bigger case.
I especially like the force feedback which has four motors with one for each trigger adding that extra dimension in games like forza horizon 4 you actually feel the separate effects in the gas and brake as well as the full effect on the overall controller. My old controller didn’t have that feature. The light around the right stick looks pretty cool too.
The software (not required) gives you many additional options. It allows you to control the light and intensity of force feedback as well as button remapping and many sensitivity settings. It also allows programming of the extra four buttons on the handles. Some may find that they hit those buttons accidentally so you may want to leave them undefined so they won’t affect your play. I personally haven’t had that problem while playing but mainly just when picking up the controller.
Seems like a nice package. Worth it to me to upgrade from my previous controller.
BillFromKC –
TL;DR – The Nacon RIG Revolution X controller is terrific as a controller and a good, wired option for Xbox owners looking for a wired controller that gives you a step up over the standard controllers, though for Windows gamers, the configuration software leaves a lot to be desired. While not as physically flexible as other pro-style controllers with bottom macro buttons, the buttons are easy to reach.
First impressions – the controller itself is solid. Buttons all feel good, sticks feel good. The ability to change from concave to convex stick faces is a great added bonus, as some people won’t like the convex while others don’t like concave sticks. The weights are easy to install into the controller, and the included USB-C controller cable looks and feels great (though the Velcro included to help store the stick is on the wrong end of the cable, but that’s easily fixed…) The travel case is also a solid bonus, great for laptop gamers like me.
Usage – the controller itself was rather impressive. After I put the 16-gram weights in, it felt great in my hand; there are also lighter 8- and 10-gram weights included. Games new and old controlled perfectly with it. The buttons on the underside were easy to press. Maybe the only drawback of the controller was the bright green lighting behind the right stick. While I was not able to use the Revolution X app in Windows to fix this problem (both Windows 10 and Windows 11), I was able to do so on an XBox Series S without issue.
Headphones sound great through this controller. I used a pair of JBL Everest 310s and I could hear everything around me. This controller also supports ATMOS audio.
So if you’re looking for a high-quality pro-style controller for your XBox console, this is a winner. For Windows gamers, I’d look elsewhere until Nacon fixes the app.
CrysisComplex –
The new Revolution X controller is one that’s actually good to use giving a good overall feeling. This is an Xbox pro controller at a fantastic price point. I really loved testing this controller because I can add weights to the device to give it some feeling to the device. No weights mean this control has got to be one of the lightest while simultaneously giving you control over where you want to be. The feel in the hand is nice and it’s comfortable all around with the smoothness of ergonomics. Buttons press in and out without being stuck to the plastic on such really cheap controllers. The buttons feel good to use your thumb on and are responsive to your quick inputs. This one is nicely built and definitely will withstand a few drops to the ground. The durability is here and so is strong reliability.
I’ve tested this controller on an Xbox Series S mostly and did a few PC games as well like Back 4 Blood, Overwatch, and TMNT: Shredder’s revenge. TMNT was a perfect example of using the controller because a lot of controllers’ D-pads are very mushy and don’t snap back the way they should. This Revolution X from RIG was great. For the D-pad and 2D fighters in general for the Xbox, it made playing these types of games on the Xbox way more enjoyable. That’s not to say that the analog sticks are bad. in fact, since the analog has a great feel to them it allows you more direct control over them. There are additional Triggers/buttons on the backside of the controller which allow for macros on the Xbox and give more customizable options. It’s just about the way you set them up to your liking.
The controller comes with a trial to Dobly atmos and for what it’s worth I like using that feature on this controller. USB-C connects to the devices I want them to, there is a nice LED around the right side of the controller analog stick and looks cool, Nice carrying case and cleaning cloth is included. Software is easy to navigate if you want to put in the time with the pro features. RIG gives you everything you need here to get started and get going which is nice. I feel like here you are actually getting your money’s worth when gaming with these. I also will say it doesn’t feel as premium as other Xbox Pro Controllers but it does do the job very well in being a pro controller.
when gaming there are very good solid choices and honestly you can’t really mess up here. RIG made a fantastic controller and I’m shocked. if they keep going like this they could be a huge force in the controller space. easily for me a 5 out of a 5-star product that I would recommend to my friends.
banjo –
RIG – Nacon Revolution X Controller
Comfortable, durable, and programmable… everything I need
Having gone through a high-end set of customizable controllers that finally succumbed to the dreaded stick drift conundrum, I was looking for a good gaming controller for my PC that was comfortable, durable, and programmable with some consideration for a more moderate price point. For the most part, I prefer a wired controller to avoid any issues with lag or connections in the middle of the action.
In the hand, this controller is your “normal” Xbox controller as far as placement of the primary controls. The controller is very light since there are no batteries, but despite being “light” it appears well-built and durable, with a nice “grippy” feel that stays comfortable for long game sessions. There are some alternate joystick buttons and some weights if you want to try those out, especially if the controller feels too light in the hand without adding some additional weight.
Customization of the controller is through the Microsoft Revolution X App, which lets you dive as deep into the hole for tweaking every but and button on the controller. There are also the expected programmable triggers that can be used, or not, for mapping custom input. The controller will store up to 4 profiles and there is online access to many profiles that can be applied.
Overall, if you prefer a wired controller that is fully customizable and built to last for a while, then this may be a good selection for you.
Greetings from Central Georgia!
TechFan –
I’m not as much into gaming as I used to be since they started adding 37 buttons to a game controller, but this one is pretty fun. My kids are both Xboxer’s and I’m more Atari, but we have fun playing together.
This controller is very customizable from the different pressure pads, to the weights, buttons and colors. RIG is a brand that I am familiar with so I have every confidence that it will take the wear and tear that we put on it. I have several wired and wireless controllers and this one is probably about the best for a wired controller. It feels natural in my hands and the fact that I can add or remove weight, makes it more user friendly and lets me get the feel that I want for the game I’m playing.
There are literally buttons everywhere on this thing. You have your typical controls on the front and top of the controller, but there are also four buttons on the underside of it that you can customize as well. These are a bit awkward to use at first, but once I got the hang of it, they came in handy in several games.
If you like the functionality of being able to customize your controller and enhance your game play, this controller is pretty much the best there is in my opinion.
buckbabes –
I’ve been testing the RIG Revolution X controller on my PC. Overall, it is a comfortable controller with a lot of features for competitive players.
Pros
– It comes with a nice hard-shell case which will protect it while it’s being transported.
– It has 3 different weights so I can adjust the feel of the controller to my liking.
– The wire is removable. It uses a USB A to USB C to connect to my PC. Which is nice because I can easily buy a longer or shorter USB–C cable to change the length.
– All the buttons are remappable and there are 4 extra buttons on the hand grips.
– The hand grip buttons are placed very well. I can operate them with a squeeze of my pinky and don’t have to reposition my hands to make use of them.
– It comes with a free Dolby Atmos subscription. So, if you have a Atmos enabled headset you will be able to take advantage of the awesome 360 degree sound field.
Cons
– The tops of the hit sticks are changeable. However, they are so tight that removing them feels like it might break the parts underneath.
With that being said, it’s a good controller and I recommend it.
KCRoanoke –
As I have been getting back into PC gaming within the past 6 months, I’ve basically stuck with the good old keyboard and mouse (been good enough for me for the past 25+ years), although I do play Xbox with our boys often. They do have one of the Xbox controllers set up to use on their gaming PC, so I figured I could get one for mine. I decided to give the RIG – Nacon Revolution X a try.
Upfront, I knew that this was a wired controller, which would not be a problem since it would be used on a PC with easily accessible USB ports. Even so, the nice, braided USB-A to C cable is fairly long. The controller comes in a nice, hard-shell zippered case, which also has a slot for storing the plastic “customization case” which contains different weights (in cause you think the controller isn’t “heavy” enough), two additional thumbsticks (rounded convex ones in case you are tired of the normal concave ones), and two set of two different sized rings to place on the thumbsticks to limit the range of motion (if desired).
To do any soft customizations (profiles, button mapping, thumbstick sensitivity or LED color updates), you’ll first need to install the Revolution X app from the Microsoft App store. Oh, and while you’re in there, install the Dolby Access app as well (if you don’t already have it) since it will be activated (with no extra costs) when your headset is plugged into the controller. You can select and/or set up different sound profiles and equalizer settings, which dose make quite a bit of difference, especially if you don’t already have an equalizer app. This made one of backup my headsets, which I thought was just barely adequate, sound amazing!! I normally use a USB-connected headset with its control app, so I wouldn’t really be using the Dolby Access portion.
Sorry, back to the Revolution X app…. Once installed, you’ll be able to set up different profiles, all that will be stored in the controller (which is helpful if going between different PCs or the Xbox console). And button can be remapped to any other button by default. Also, the four extra buttons on the back of the controller can be assigned. The response curve/sensitivity for the thumbsticks can also be adjusted in many different ways. There are defaults that can be used as starting points for you adjustments. And, of course, this controller has feedback vibrations, with two motors in the hand grips, and two for the triggers. Each one can be configured separately for the strength of the vibrations.
Now, for the overall design on the controller. This is where I do have a couple of items I am not found of. Generally, it has a good feel to it, except for the “groove” just below the RT/LT buttons. They are extremely deep, especially when compared to the Microsoft OEM controllers (see the included comparison picture) For me, it just forces my knuckles/fingers press tightly against the controller a little uncomfortably. Also, I feel it throws the finger alignment out for going between the LT/RT and LB/RB buttons, which is my next issue. The LB and RB buttons are flush to the top of the LT and RT buttons, which calls for extra movement upwards to be aligned to hit them. If you are familiar with the OEM controller, the LB and RB have a bit of an overhang, which I feel makes them a bit easier to hit. This is where the configurable buttons on the back could help out, but can take some retraining of the fingers to hit the right place. As far as the other button placements go (A,B,X,Y), I don’t have any issue with them. The movement/feel of the thumbsticks and D-pad are just right as well. And, if you are into it, there is the “Share” button in the middle.
While I may not be using this as much as I planned, at least our boys like it enough so it won’t just be sitting around unused. If you are looking for a highly soft and hard configurable controller at a decent price, definitely take a look at this one.
RevolutionXProController –
The Revolution X Controller is an amazing controller with some fantastic features.
The controller itself has a very nice design, the texture is great and prevents sweat from building up. And the buttons are slightly bigger than the regular Xbox controller. I like the position of the 4 extra buttons, they are easy to push and rest right where your hands rest. The controller comes with 3 sets of small weights. It comes with a set of 10kg, 14kg, and 16kg weights. I like the lightweight feel of the controller that’s just my preference. But if you want some weight you can use one of the 3 sets it comes with.
The App: Here’s what I would say is the “meat and potatoes” of the controller. The app itself is a great feature that is simple to use and allows you to rebind your primary buttons to the 4 extra back buttons. You can tweak your audio settings and even change the color of the light-up ring on the right analog stick. You can also change the sensitivity of the analog sticks. You can choose from one of 4 sensitivity curves. This allows you to fine-tune your sensitivity which you cant do with a standard controller. If the presets aren’t to your liking you can adjust the sensitivity curves manually. You can customize the trigger sensitivity for just the right feel.
I like that it also comes with Dolby Atmos. It delivers a very high-quality surround sound. That makes your game more immersive. You can fine-tune the audio in case it’s not to your liking. Overall this is a great controller. It’s functional and easy to use. And the quality is excellent. I highly recommend it.
Cryos –
Nacon’s Revolution X Pro is my first “pro” controller. I play games primarily on PC using standard Xbox wireless controllers, so it’s taken me a bit of time to get used to using some of the more advanced features this controller has.
But for the moment, let’s talk about build quality. The thing is solidly built, and feels like it could take an impact. The L/R trigger buttons and dpad are made from some sort of composite material and feel almost metallic.
In terms of design, The Revolution X has a more angular curve than offical Xbox controllers. It’s bigger overall. The shell, buttons, sticks and triggers are all bigger. In most cases, this difference is a few milimeters, but the impact is larger than the size difference. After gaming on the Revolution for a couple of weeks, my Series X model controller feels almost small and uncomfortable.
The rear buttons (S1-4) sit right where they need to be. The inner buttons are depressed by your middle finger, and the outer ones by your ring/pinky fingers. It’s hard to describe, but it’s sort of like “squeezing” the controller handles to click the outer ones. It sounds wonky but it works.
Physically, the controller is adjustable in a variety of ways. You can swap the thumbstick pads between convex and concave, and there are two sets of rings you can place around the stick to reduce maximum travel distance, which can be useful for games where the stick inputs direction but not distance. There are two sets of weights you can add to the controller if it feels too light, and the LED ring around the right stick can be adjusted for custom profiles in the software.
The controller can switch between “classic” and “advanced” modes, and there’s a switch on the back of the controller that allows you to flip between them. If the switch is set to “advanced” then another button on the back will allow you to swap between four different profiles on the fly. This button is far enough out of the way that I’ve never accidentally hit it, but it’s easy to find when you want it.
The Revolution X software that you use to program the controller is a bit of a mixed bag. There are a lot of things you can adjust. Every single button can be remapped. The D-pad can be set to 4 or 8 way. You can adjust force feedback intensity. Each thumbstick’s sensitivity curve can be indivdually adjusted, and you can even swap the sticks. You can adjust the equalizer on a five band level, and turn 3D audio on and off.
The downside to the software is that it’s clearly meant to be controlled by the controller itself. Which would be great on a console, but feels weird in windows. It’s not unusable or broken or anything, just a little weird.
The included carrying case is a nice touch and keeps all the included parts protected and organized.
Overall, I’ve been having a blast using this controller and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an adjustable controller.
Nate –
Amazing controller and a budget friendly pro controller for everyone
SPID –
Great controller!!! Easy to setup and works great. Not as flimsy as the Elite Xbox controller.
Sdub55 –
Overall good controller. The design incorporates comfort while maintaining the similar Xbox original look and feel.
Unknown –
I love this controller i use it all the time. Outside the color the software was confusing but once i realized i switch it to advance mode to use the software it was easygoing
J0S3707 –
I like this controller. The 4 extra buttons are placed
Shawn –
Do Not Buy For PC Gaming Software only Supports Consoles
GamerGod –
Buttons so clunky and sticky it’s like someone nutted on it everyday for a whole year
CherokeeT –
Thumb sticks kept flying off while playing games. Do not purchase this.
Rwilson –
have to say its a great controller best I’ve had better than e2 and battle beavers customization great love the stile of the buttons under controller very comfortable also good size and shape controller hope the buttons are durable time will tell very happy
Godssoldier34 –
Has potential!!! It has the unique qualities to become a great controller! However, it will sometimes get stuck or freezes during gameplay and my character will just go in circles, keep walking etc…until I unplug it and plug it back in then it will work again! Super frustrating in the middle of a gun fight:(. Other than that this controller has real potential. Hope there is a fix to my issue?
Robert –
Really good controller, good mappable button options with the 4 back buttons. Feels comfortable and pretty durable. Good cheaper alternative to the expensive pro controllers
LyndseyV –
My son really likes his controller! I like it as well! No more excessive battery buying!
Tyler –
Sucks. I returned the next day and got the Elite 2
StJimmy –
Software is very buggy or just not responsive, but all setting work once you get it dialed in. The controller it self is pretty nice but my k/d in halo infinite definitely went up.
Adam –
This controller is very customizable in ways that I had no idea it could be. My absolute favorite is the ability to add weights to the grips to make the controller feel more substantial. Additionally its size and heft make it much more comfortable for me and my big hands.
ColenS –
So far so good. Provides a better connection and hit scan compared to a wireless controller.
Stretch –
It’s an ok controller. I didn’t like the paddles. The weights were a nice addition.
Damaged –
Better than elite 2 hands down and 75% less money.
CatZilla –
Great controller for the edge in FPS. The only thing I wish it had would be trigger stop. But the software lets you setup the triggers so you dont have to push all the way down. The app is great.
HugeDonkeyR2D2 –
Good response time. Works flawless with win 11. Better then most contollers ive used
Nick –
Good controller using the base profile. When I used there custom profiles the controller would quit working.
Enreek –
Awesome controller. My daughter loves it……………………..
tygre –
Feels cheap for the price tag. Very light and fragile feeling. Wouldnt recommend for someone looking for a replacement for an elite controller
Bill –
I like the feel of this controller. I have bigger hands and this controller fits my hands nicely. The response time is great and the whole thing feels solid. The fact that it has Dolby Atmos is really a bonus. I really like the feel of this controller.
Goose –
I love this controller more than my elite series 2 controller, ps5, and pro switch controller. The paddles are in the right spots for comfortability. The rgb is bright and customizable and the software included is user friendly. The joysticks are super accurate as well!
ChristianG –
Garbage controller, buttons started sticking with in first months of having it. 30$ controller
JackR –
Stopped working after 6 months. Won’t turn on at all.
Lynn –
This is by far one of the best controllers ive owned. I like how the paddles are bigger giving you more controll when shooting and aiming.
poolwatersangria –
Maybe my hands are too big but this thing feels really funny. The triggers are bulky, the back buttons are kind of a pain to get to, it’s wired, the included weights make no sense, the app capability is limited, and I’ve heard it doesn’t work well on PC.
Dave –
Verified buyer as I bought at Nacon website. The controller is excellent. Your thumbs fit right on top of the sticks and has some grip to them as well. I also like the D-pad regular 4 up down left right. The ABXY is fine, the bumpers are fine, the triggers are great with the full press feels exactly the same as an official Xbox controller. Has excellent grip added to the sides and back. You can even customize it with more added weight in the terms of grams. It uses grams as Nacon is a company in France. The rumble is really good and hard and can for sure feel it. The customization app is also great and you can make the triggers go at 10 to 100 percent press, so it’s good for FPS games and racing games. It also has profiles to pick from. You can also create your own profile. I did as I picked NA as disabled back buttons. I’m just not a back button fan at all so I always disable them in a pro like controller. Great awesome controller. To me it’s a tie with the Xbox Elite series 2 controller. They are both excellent!
JasonL –
I’ve been trying many different Xbox controllers for my Series X and this is my absolute favorite.
There is just one problem, and it’s a pretty big one… The audio experience when you plug 3.5mm headphones into it is amazing, but doing so will make the controller become unresponsive and you have to unplug the USB cord and plug it back in to keep using it. This would happen to me about every hour or two of usage. As of the date of this review, it is still a problem with this controller. You can search online and find many others having unresponsive or freezing issues. The solution: a wireless headset. I have not had any issues playing without a headset or with a wireless headset. The problem doesn’t seem to occur when playing on PC, it is only an Xbox issue, apparently.
Now for the good stuff: While it doesn’t have some features other pro controllers do, it has many features that most do not.
What it doesn’t have: Adjustable tension of the sticks or have trigger stops.
What it can do: Remap any button on the controller, adjust dead zones on the sticks, adjust how sensitive the sticks are, adjust when and how far it takes for the trigger pulls to activate. There are 4 mappable buttons on the bottom, two of which are placed perfectly and are very handy, but the lower set are hard to press with my pinky or ring fingers, and almost useless to me. It also has an adjustable light ring around right stick.
Being a wired controller, there are no batteries, so it’s pretty light, but the controller comes with small weights you can add if you like a heavier controller.
There are little metal rings you can add to the sticks, but these do not change the stick height. They go around the sticks’ shafts to shorten the distance the sticks move, which I’ve heard is ideal for fighting games.
The controller’s plastic feels cheap, and I don’t know why. It has no flex and is solid. I found myself accidentally hitting LB & RB on my OEM Xbox Series X controller while playing games, especially FPS games, because LB & RB stick out past LT & RT on the corners… I do not have this issue with the Revolution X controller.
JayClouser –
Great controller for the price, prefer it over the PlayStation ones I’ve gotten
MariaB –
great quality , built with strong material, resistant to any possible damage while it drops
CarlosR –
Good quality and hard very resistant
It lasted for 5 months playing every day
ChisomA –
Works great, handles amazing, the binds come in real handy.
CollectiveE –
Got this for my boyfriend and he hated it… he said holding it felt weird. you needed to download extra apps to program the additional back paddles and it was overall just not a good controller for him. If you’re in the market for a good controller with paddles definitely look to Razor products.
JosephO –
So far, been great. Has over 2000 hours of gameplay on it, starting to get stick drift feom left stick. No issues thus far