Considering the amount of hands-on time controllers are subjected to it's possible that you'll find it hard to keep yours looking in tip-top condition for years to come.Other color variants of the controller are available though (you'll need to buy these separately, while a white version comes included with the Xbox Series S), and some may be less prone to scuffs. Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands) may take longer to reach you. In terms of remapping, you can remap the Xbox Wireless Controller on the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S via the Xbox Accessories app - though the level of customization is somewhat limited. Includes Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth® technology for wireless gaming on supported consoles, Windows 10 PCs, and Android and iOS phones and tablets.*

Experience the modernized design of the Xbox Wireless Controller in Pulse Red, featuring sculpted surfaces and refined geometry for enhanced comfort and effortless control during gameplay with battery usage up to 40 hours.* Includes Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth® technology for wireless gaming on console, PC, mobile phones and tablets*

New Grip texture, helps with sweaty hands. Keep in mind though, the grips are still plastic, but high quality so you will definitely notice them.

Classic Xbox style controller with slight upgrades from the previous version, which sits comfortably in your hands. Compatible with select devices and operating system versions. Some functionality not supported on Android, iOS, or via Bluetooth. Go to Xbox Controller Compatibility for more information. Button mapping available via Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and Windows 10. Sometimes the controller disconnects itself. Note, that it has not happened once while I was in the middle of playing. Only when trying to connect one or more controllers (Official Xbox). Maybe a bug on Microsoft's part.

Xbox Wireless Controller (2020)

Compatible with selected devices and operating system versions. Some functionality not supported on Android, iOS or via Bluetooth. Go to xbox.com/controller-compatibility for more information. Button mapping available via Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X, Xbox One and Windows 10. In terms of performance and functionality, the controller is superb. It can connect to various different devices with different operating systems such as Macbooks, PCs, iPhones, Android smartphones and tablets. Thanks to the new system called Dynamic Latency Input, the controller delivers your button presses and everything else at a much higher speed than before to make your gameplay experience much more responsive and satisfying. Battery Life and Impulse Triggers

The white color tends to stain up, but it is pretty easy to clean. Also, I knew this would happen but I was willing to live with it, because I just love this white color. Go for any other color, if that's what you want. Note: the controller does not lose color or fade overtime, like so many others. Ever so slight change in the design from the previous version, not so drastic that it wont feel like you're holding an Xbox controller but its been squared off at some places to give it a refresh. Seamlessly capture and share content such as screenshots, recordings, and more with the new Share button. The hybrid D-pad, on the other hand, aims to provide a middle-ground between the Xbox One controller's classic D-pad and theXbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2's changeable disc-shaped, faceted D-pad.What results is a kind of traditional D-pad, laid over a disc. Again, this is a small but welcome change and is intended to give more control and leverage over the D-pad – while generally feeling more comfortable.Overall this is a great controller with everything an average (Or even above average) gamer could need. On the surface, the Xbox Wireless Controller doesn't look like adrastic departure from its predecessor. It sports a similar shape and keeps the traditional button and trigger layout. On closer inspection, though, you begin to notice the subtle differences Microsoft has implemented. Alongside these cosmetic changes, the Xbox Wireless Controller brings functionality improvements too. We found this controller to be more responsive, which is likely down to the lower latency Microsoft has boasted about (paired with more frame rate stability of the Xbox Series X|S), while connecting the gamepad wirelessly via Bluetooth to a range of devices – including the Xbox One, an iPhone 13, and a Mac – was straightforward. Easily pair and switch between devices including Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Windows 10 PC and Android, iOS support coming in the future* Buttons and triggers have a crisp and tactile feeling. No loose bits and pieces rattling like on some cheaper lower end controllers.