Xbox Series X / S

cavedog said:
PC Gamers...

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Why pc games can be cheap cheap
 
Xbox series s about 2 and a half years old but not used much.
Controller would not turn on last night tried other batteries that work in my 2nd controller so its not the batteries.
Any suggestions is it worth taking it somewhere or trying to open it and seeing if I can find an issue.
I have no experience with electronics but have opened the same model controller before and have the correct screw driver required.
 
Sir Bob said:
Xbox series s about 2 and a half years old but not used much.
Controller would not turn on last night tried other batteries that work in my 2nd controller so its not the batteries.
Any suggestions is it worth taking it somewhere or trying to open it and seeing if I can find an issue.
I have no experience with electronics but have opened the same model controller before and have the correct screw driver required.
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XBOX Support

support.xbox.com support.xbox.com

Check your warranty there and see what you repair options are. When my Elite 2's LB stopped working they sent me a refurbished controller for R900 and I could keep the broken one. Which reminds me I must take it to the local cell shop to see if they can repair it.
 
What controller would you guy recommend? Just stick with first party Xbox options or are there decent third party controllers?

I hear good things about 8BitDo controllers but it seems you need to get the right one otherwise the experience can be less than great.

My white Series S controller is working but definately feeling it's age
 
Goosfrabba said:
What controller would you guy recommend? Just stick with first party Xbox options or are there decent third party controllers?

I hear good things about 8BitDo controllers but it seems you need to get the right one otherwise the experience can be less than great.

My white Series S controller is working but definately feeling it's age
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Gamesir controllers are pretty decent but they are wired not wireless, but my son loves his cause now he doesn't have to worry about batteries.
 
Goosfrabba said:
What controller would you guy recommend? Just stick with first party Xbox options or are there decent third party controllers?

I hear good things about 8BitDo controllers but it seems you need to get the right one otherwise the experience can be less than great.

My white Series S controller is working but definately feeling it's age
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Only 3rd party controllers that work on Xbox = Pre-approved eg

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Xbox Licensed 8Bitdo (Must have Xbox logo on them)

They blocked all others, well all the cordless ones that is. You will find the odd one that still works via cable.

Personally, I would say dont risk it, just go with OG

Price comparison:
8bitdo = R1400 (Granted they come with hall effect so there is that)

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Og Xbox = R1429

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The Xbox Series Robot White is R999 today on Takealot. Grab it!

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JOOS said:
The Xbox Series Robot White is R999 today on Takealot. Grab it!

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Got it, thanks for that :)

Had a R500 voucher to sweeten the deal further

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bokka1 said:

XBOX Support

support.xbox.com support.xbox.com

Check your warranty there and see what you repair options are. When my Elite 2's LB stopped working they sent me a refurbished controller for R900 and I could keep the broken one. Which reminds me I must take it to the local cell shop to see if they can repair it.
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If you're in Cape Town, Console Doctor.

Console Doctor – Game Console Repair Service

consoledoctor.co.za consoledoctor.co.za

Mark is a great guy (very responsive) and has done good work for me over the years.
 
Goosfrabba said:
What controller would you guy recommend? Just stick with first party Xbox options or are there decent third party controllers?

I hear good things about 8BitDo controllers but it seems you need to get the right one otherwise the experience can be less than great.

My white Series S controller is working but definately feeling it's age
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Honestly believe the standard XB controller that came with my SX is soo good.
Only thing better and ott would be an Elite.
 
Lupus said:
Gamesir controllers are pretty decent but they are wired not wireless, but my son loves his cause now he doesn't have to worry about batteries.
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I have the Gamesir G7 and it's excellent quality. Solid feel in your hands and comfortable like the standard controller.
 
greenolive said:
I have the Gamesir G7 and it's excellent quality. Solid feel in your hands and comfortable like the standard controller.
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Only drawback for me is a pro for others. I prefer wireless.

On That Note: Sadly, I noted the 8Bitdo Ultimate 3's only work wired on Xbox/Wireless is only for PC use :(
Would love Hall effect on Xbox, but not willing to give up on wireless.

Nacon Pro 5's works great on PS5, won't mind a similar option for Xbox.
 
AlphaJohn said:
Only drawback for me is a pro for others. I prefer wireless.

On That Note: Sadly, I noted the 8Bitdo Ultimate 3's only work wired on Xbox/Wireless is only for PC use :(
Would love Hall effect on Xbox, but not willing to give up on wireless.

Nacon Pro 5's works great on PS5, won't mind a similar option for Xbox.
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I would have someone do this mod, then you dont have to worry about it ever again
 
Sir Bob said:
Xbox series s about 2 and a half years old but not used much.
Controller would not turn on last night tried other batteries that work in my 2nd controller so its not the batteries.
Any suggestions is it worth taking it somewhere or trying to open it and seeing if I can find an issue.
I have no experience with electronics but have opened the same model controller before and have the correct screw driver required.
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Plug the controllers into the console via the usb cable provided. It might require a firmware update.
 
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