TL;DR
- Asus has introduced an formally licensed Xbox controller that may join by way of Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz RF, or USB-C.
- It additionally contains a 1.3-inch OLED show, customizable buttons, and a round D-pad.
Asus’ Republic of Players (ROG) has launched a brand new formally licensed Xbox controller with an OLED show. It’s the first of its type to function “tri-mode” connectivity permitting it to attach by way of Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz RF, or USB-C.
Referred to as the ROG Raikiri Professional, the controller contains a 1.3-inch OLED display screen that may show customized animations, battery ranges, microphone standing, and extra.
There are two small buttons on the highest to assist gamers change profiles throughout video games. The controller additionally contains a round D-pad and 4 left and proper programmable rear buttons. The remainder of the setup is fairly normal for an Xbox controller. You get coloured ABXY buttons, two sticks, and a house button within the middle.
Asus affords intensive customization with its Armory Crate PC app. You need to use it to remap buttons, change joystick sensitivity, or make different changes by way of Armoury Crate.
Whereas the Raikiri Professional is a licensed Xbox controller, Asus is advertising it as a professional PC controller. It solely connects to the Xbox Sequence X/S consoles utilizing USB-C cable.
Asus hasn’t introduced the worth of the controller but, however it’s set to launch someday within the second quarter of 2023.
