You probably have a damaged Xbox Wi-fi controller or an Elite Collection 2 controller and really feel daring sufficient to restore it your self, Microsoft has simply made shopping for real elements rather a lot simpler.
As reported by The Verge, Microsoft now sells substitute elements on the official Microsoft retailer together with thumbsticks, buttons, and high case covers. Beforehand, in case you broke a button or your thumbstick suffered from drift, you needed to both depend on elements created from third-party retailers or simply outright purchase a brand new controller. The latter, after all, was extra pricey.
Costs for substitute elements fluctuate relying on the half itself and which controller you are attempting to repair. A high case for the Elite Collection 2 controller is $6 greater than the usual Xbox wi-fi controller, for instance. There’s additionally an added caveat for the highest case as solely black and white can be found.
Regardless of this, Microsoft’s number of substitute elements is extra sturdy in comparison with its competitor Sony, which solely sells first-party substitute thumbsticks for its high-end controller, the DualSense Edge.
Promoting official substitute elements is an ongoing development for the corporate as it started an identical service for Microsoft Floor gadgets earlier this 12 months. It additionally struck a cope with the activist group As You Sow in 2021, with Microsoft agreeing to develop restore choices and permit its prospects to train their proper to DIY restore their gadgets.
Taylor is a Reporter at IGN. You may comply with her on Twitter @TayNixster.
