Controllers from Microsoft and Sony are quite standard in terms of shape and affordable add-ons. But both companies also offer customizable options, such as swapping out joysticks and adding buttons. However, the price is quite high. So before spending a fortune, consider when you really need it.
This time we will try SonyPlayStation 5 (PS5)用「DualSense Edge
Wireless Controller” and Microsoft’s “Elite 2 Wireless Controller Series” for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One. Both products, which aim to optimize the operation according to each person’s playing style, have functions So I decided to do a side by side comparison of the two.
However, I would like to point out that there is one crucial difference between the two products. Sony sells the DualSense Edge as a set that includes three types of stick caps and spare shoulder buttons for about $200 (reference price in Japan: ¥29,980), while Microsoft sells the set for about $200. $180 (reference price in Japan: ¥18,678). ), the controller alone is about $130 (reference price in Japan: 14,278 yen).
Given that replacement parts are made by third parties and that you can make your own parts with a 3D printer, remember that the only option for the PlayStation 5 is to buy a full set, while the Xbox controller can be bought separately himself. sea bream.
Interchangeable joystick for more precise control
Best of all, the joysticks are interchangeable. Gamers already know that precise aiming is difficult with a standard controller. Because of these circumstances, many home video games that require accurate targeting also have an “aim assist function”. However, there is also a way to improve the goal by changing the controller.
Both controllers have the ability to swap out the joystick for a taller one. That alone may not seem like it would make a significant difference, but it does more than improve comfort. A longer stick means the player’s thumb is further away from the center of the joystick module. This means that more thumb movement is required to input the same level of movement, effectively increasing the effective range when aiming at small targets. Also, both allow you to adjust the stiffness of the control sticks, with the sticks on the stiff setting providing more precision.
This is a game where aiming is very important and useful. In online shooters like Call of Duty and Fortnite, the golden rule is to shoot before your opponent shoots you. The “node support function” is also useful, but has limitations. If you are having trouble getting your sights close to your target, this controller will be of great help.
Stick caps come in a variety of shapes and textures to choose from. For both products, the set includes caps with different textures, such as round ones and uneven ones. It’s a matter of personal preference, but it’s nice to have options.
Change the sensitivity of the trigger to increase reaction speed
The L2 and R2 buttons of the PlayStation controller are called “adaptive triggers”, and the game reflects how hard you press the buttons, and there is a mechanism that allows you to adjust the hardness of the buttons. For example, you may feel resistance when pulling a bow or prying open a wooden box.
