The setup also comes with a really nice, sturdy and good looking carry case to move your controller around to comps or events. Even with the heaviest weights in I felt like it was only just about right, but I can see some people finding value in the lighter weight. The controller was also surprisingly light, almost too much so, which is why it was a good thing that it came packaged with little weights that can be popped into the stalks on either side. My setup had it pulling so far that I had to hold up the whole weight of the cable the entire time. It’s 2020, I can’t do the cable thing anymore. I’m sure it helps cut down bajillionths of milliseconds to help your input time be the best it can be, but despite being a really quality cable with very decent length, it’s something I wouldn’t recommend and would probably suggest that anyone rather goes for the wireless version if they can. Now what I didn’t like, and I’m sure this is because I’m not down-with-the-kids and fully into the eSports scene… is the wired aspect of the controller. It’s also worth noting that it still also has a standard audio jack below, meaning that plugging in a set of headphones is no different to the normal controller.
I also quite liked the d-pad, and while it maybe isn’t perfect it felt big and really easy to jam the button I needed without issue. If these are meant to function the same as paddles on the Elite controller, they really aren’t up to the task for people who need precision during moments of intensity. The little buttons really didn’t feel great though, and were hard to find with my fingers and use without mashing all of them by mistake. The mode button allows you to do things like switch between console and PC. The back of the controller has a switch and some extra little buttons around the inside of the stalks.
The triggers took a bit of getting used to, as they’re a bit longer and flatter than I’m used to on either a standard PS4 or Xbox controller, but ultimately found that they worked out just fine and neither felt like they really helped or hindered my performance. While the controller felt most at home with COD, I also had a similar feelings playing Apex Legends and even the more casual Star Wars: Battlefront II. My accuracy seemed to jump a notch, and I found the longer thumbsticks helped me track targets way better and get those final bullets into their skull in a way that had me come out on top. I loaded up Modern Warfare and jumped into a few rounds as I usually would, and instantly felt the effects of the entire setup. The difference was both immediate and apparent. So we’re talking about long gaming sessions where you’re trying to make other people cry because of your l337 skillz, probably at home. Its ergonomics adapted to the longest game sessions offers a perfect grip.
A natural evolution of the Revolution Pro Controller 2, it benefits from NACON’s know-how to improve player comfort and performance. Is this controller more for eSports or people who just like topping leaderboards at home? Here’s what the official site has to say: Discover the REVOLUTION PRO CONTROLLER 3, NACON’s new wired controller. This controller wants to give you a lot of those features and more.
The controller fits in your hand better, the asymmetric thumbstick layout is better suited to accuracy and comfort in shooters, and the triggers feel a bit longer and more predictable. This is completely subjective (although I find that my peers all agree), but the Xbox controller is just hands-down the better controller when pitted against the DS4. Now I’m no eSports competitor these days, but that doesn’t mean that a solid controller isn’t going to help me show all those snotty 12 year olds on nightly COD servers that I’ve still got it. When it comes to competitive gaming, you always want to try give yourself the best advantage you can get with some solid equipment.
Pros: Comfortable in the hand | PC and PS4 | Improved accuracy | Weight options | Asymmetric thumbsticks Cons: Wired | Price | Rear button placement and size RRP: R1899 | Provided for review by: Gamefinity