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[Grizzled Ghost]

I'm waiting for them to release Forza on my dashboard infotainment system so I can play with a real wheel and pedals.

 

[mitch1971]

? I don't think I've ever even seen a moga controller with symmetrical sticks.

Which is why I wouldn't get one. Unnatural positioning. My thumbs ached on the vita because of the lower stick positions so had to get a grip addon that more naturally flowed with my hand shape.

 

[Guerilla Munch]

 

[YeulEmeralda]

That right stick is going to be a pain in the ass to use for humans with human hands.

Maybe it was made for Americans.

 

[The Lunch Legend]

Xbox is getting weird guys.

Getting?

 

[Jigsaah]

I have something like this from Razer that is shaped more like an xbox controller. The controls kinda fan out a bit more at the bottom. Having a switch as well, I'd have to say that Razer accessory is a bit more comfy. Only used it a few times but it was decent. Definitely didn't spend 100 dollars on it either.

 

[Black_Stride]

Xbox is getting weird guys.

You mean BackBone right?

Cuz the Playstation version has been out for a long time.

 

[Fbh]

Wouldn't it be an Xbox Controller at best? Looks worse than the regular one too.

Also I don't get why these are so expensive. $100 for what looks like a standard bluetooth controller that has a slot for your phone in the middle?.
Is it twice as good as the stuff you can get from 8bitdo or Gamesir for half the price?

 

[pasterpl]

No thanks. I am still happy with my Razer Kishi.

 

[Moriarty1889]

Xbox has become an embarrassing dumpster fire. What a bunch of clueless cucks lead by Phil himself.

 

[ReasonBeing]

I wouldn't spend $110 on this, but I have to admit that I like the look due to strong my nostalgia to the OG Xbox. I have to imagine I am exactly the type of person they are marketing to.

That right stick is going to be a pain in the ass to use for humans with human hands.

Similar layout to the Switch, which means it's not ideal, but useable.

Xbox has become an embarrassing dumpster fire. What a bunch of clueless cucks lead by Phil himself.

You ok? It's just a themed controller, nothing new here.

 

[Kvally]

You mean BackBone right?

Cuz the Playstation version has been out for a long time.

I am surprised they didn't make the sticks symetrical for the PS version. I guess production costs.

 

[DragonNCM]

Backbone One Xbox Edition | Mobile Gaming Controller

We partnered with Xbox to design a unique mobile gaming controller and in-app experience for Xbox users.

backbone.com

Backbone One - Xbox® Edition | Xbox

Backbone One - Xbox® Edition is the universal gaming essential that levels the playing field, putting great game play into the hands of everyone.

www.xbox.com

$109.99

This does nothing for me, and I find it ugly. But I guess options are good. What are your thoughts?

That is not Xbox....that is a SHITBOX with 100ms lag.

 

[coffinbirth]

Which is why I wouldn't get one. Unnatural positioning. My thumbs ached on the vita because of the lower stick positions so had to get a grip addon that more naturally flowed with my hand shape.

Vita has symmetrical sticks with no grips, and the Backbone has asymmetrical sticks and girthy grips. Hard to understand your logic.

 

[Fahdis]

MS has definitely lost track, also I hate this slogan.

This comment of yours is also an Xbox.

 

[EverydayBeast]

If you’re on the go this is good for you but most people play on a traditional tv and couch

 

[kapshin]

Well people at least remember their PR slogan I suppose...

 

[demigod]

Xbox : This is Getting Pathetic

 

[mitch1971]

Vita has symmetrical sticks with no grips, and the Backbone has asymmetrical sticks and girthy grips. Hard to understand your logic.

My logic concerns the lower stick position whether symmetrical or not. I'd prefer them both at the top of the unit to conform to a more nature posture of the hands when holding.

 

[Little Chicken]

Haven't these things been around since they started pushing cloud gaming

 

[LordBritish]

need a real xbox controller with that og color though

 

[RCX]

So it's a Xbone...

 

[BlackTron]

Is Xbox the new Panasonic?

 

[Lupin3]

"This is dumb"

"This is a dumb", you mean.

 

[Lupin3]

This is a double post.

 

[Bond007]

"This is a dumb", you mean.

Didn't work as well- while still being clear what i was aiming for.

 

[Lupin3]

Didn't work as well- while still being clear what i was aiming for.

Got it. Just joking around.

 

[AmuroChan]

I got the backbone for PS5 when there was no other option. Once I switched over to the Portal though, I never looked back.

 

[Bond007]

I got the backbone for PS5 when there was no other option. Once I switched over to the Portal though, I never looked back.

Got one for my son early on. Regret spending the $100 and never imagined Sony would have released the portal.

 

[reinking]

You mean BackBone right?

Cuz the Playstation version has been out for a long time.

I believe if they had not gone with the "This is an Xbox" slogan this would have been launched without people having whatever negative reaction they are having to it. Then again, Backbone is getting a lot of attention with it so it is working.

 

[coffinbirth]

My logic concerns the lower stick position whether symmetrical or not. I'd prefer them both at the top of the unit to conform to a more nature posture of the hands when holding.

Soooo, like this?

While comfortable (the Pro controller anyways) I just hated the face button/right stick swap. Never got used to it. The closest thing I've found to a properly comfortable grip is the Satisfye grip for Switch, but it cannot accommodate the beefier joycon alternatives so it's really only 1/2 way there, IMO. Nitrodeck and the RetroFlag grip are probably what I would recommend for Switch.

For mobile/moga, this Backbone is pretty good. Razer Kishi folds and fits in my pocket, so I end up using that a lot. The 8bitdo mobile grip is pretty good. I've got a super-beefy offbrand boy for my tablet that feels like having a Duke controller with a tablet in the middle. Pretty comfortable, meh controller though. Annnd that's kinda all the options, more or less. Or just bring a controller with you. I have a lot of down time at work, but bringing in my Steam Deck or Odin 2 or something might not be the best idea, haha.

 

[mckmas8808]

I thought the backbone was just like an accessory that is connected to your phone. Does this iteration include the screen?

Exactly!