Tag: Accessories
Guide Best Xbox Series X Controllers And Accessories
Enhance your Series X experience
If you've been lucky enough to pick up an Xbox Series X or S, you'll no doubt be on the lookout for the very best Xbox accessories to make your gaming time as epic as possible. If you're all sorted when it comes to finding the best 4K TV for gaming and a great Xbox headset, a new controller should be the next...
News Turtle Beach's New Xbox Series X|S Controller Comes With 'Two Layouts'
Thanks to "rotating button modules"
If you're on the hunt for a new Xbox Series X|S controller, Turtle Beach has just announced the 'Stealth Pivot' - one controller with "two layouts". It's packed with revolving modules, hall effect "antidrift" thumbsticks, adjustable trigger stops, programmable buttons, a command display and is also compatible...
News Original 'S Model' Xbox Controller Returns For Series X|S This August
Update: Pre-orders have begun!
Update (Tue 16th Jul, 2024): Well, we've passed the pre-order date, which means the Hyperkin DuchesS Xbox controller is now available to buy from some retailers! We'll throw a couple of links down below if you're interested in getting one. Keep in mind that the controller comes in both black and white variants - you...
News New Xbox Policy To Block Unauthorised Accessories
Update: Microsoft issues official statement
Update #2 [Thu 2nd Nov, 2023 03:00 GMT]: Microsoft has provided another update to the same source, confirming connections via the USB and 3.5mm ports on the Xbox Adaptive Controller will not be impacted by this new policy. Third-party devices designed for accessibility should also continue to work through...
News Xbox Series S 'xScreen' Getting Carbon Black Version To Match 1TB Model
"Coming soon"
If you've ever fancied playing your Xbox Series S on the go, but don't want to resort to cloud tech or other alternatives, the 'xScreen' is well worth a look. What do you do though if you own the recently released Carbon Black 1 TB model of the Xbox Series S and want things to match? Well, the good news is a Carbon Black version of...
News The Xbox Series S 'xScreen' Is Now Officially Licensed By Microsoft
"Thank you to everyone at Xbox"
The xScreen attachment for the Xbox Series S has been getting a lot of great feedback over the past few years, and it's become such a big deal that Microsoft has now decided to license it as part of the "Designed for Xbox" program. This was confirmed in a tweet by the UPspec Gaming team earlier this week: Being...
News Xbox Series S 'xScreen' Reduced By 40% For Amazon Prime Day
"Get it while it lasts"
Alright, so we know we highlighted the Xbox Series S 'xScreen' as recently as last week, and we promise we aren't affiliated with these folks (!), but we thought you might be interested in a "40%" discount for Amazon Prime Day. UPSpec Gaming (the creator of the xScreen) is describing t
News Xbox Series S 'xScreen' Arrives On Amazon With $50 Price Reduction
You don't have to buy it directly anymore!
It was just over a year ago that we first went hands-on with the excellent xScreen attachment for Xbox Series S, and while it's been available to buy directly ever since, it's also finally now listed on Amazon. Better yet, the initial Amazon price is $199.99, which is a $50 discount on the original price...
News Various Xbox Accessories Are Reduced In The Summer Sale 2022
Controllers, headsets and much more
In addition to the 500+ games included in the Xbox Summer Sale 2022, various accessories have also been reduced in select regions (primarily North America), including controllers, headsets and a whole lot more! Looking at the US deals specifically, some highlights include up to $15 off the standard Xbox Series...
News New Xbox Controller And Other Accessories Announced By Nacon
The Pro Compact Colorlight
As part of Nacon Connect 2022 earlier this week, the company announced a variety of new accessories for the Xbox brand, including a new variant of the Pro Compact controller called the Pro Compact Colorlight. This seems very similar to the standard version of the Pro Compact, which we reviewed here at Pure Xbox
News Razer, Seagate Announce Halo Infinite Headset & USB Game Drives
To celebrate Halo's 20th anniversary
If yesterday's news of a Halo Infinite special edition Xbox Series X console and Elite Controller wasn't exciting enough, then maybe these new accessories will whet your appetite. Razer has unveiled a Halo Infinite Edition Razer Kaira Pro headset, whereas Seagate has announced a special edition
News Enhance Your Cyberpunk 2077 Experience With This Matching Headset And External HDD
Limited edition accessories straight from Night City
Cyberpunk 2077 is arguably the biggest video game release of this year. As a result, CD Projekt Red is going all-out in terms of cross-promotions. Last week, it revealed the Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One – including an appropriately themed controller, and now it's got some limited edition accesso
Guide Best Xbox One Accessories For 2020
Play and charge
So, you've taken the plunge and purchased an Xbox One console. Maybe you've even splashed out and acquired yourself an Xbox One X to take advantage of the latest in 4K gaming. After your bank balance has recovered and you've bought a few games, you'll no doubt want to pick up some accessories to enhance your experience. So what's...
Guide Best Xbox One Controllers For 2020
Playing with style
If you have thrown any of your precious Xbox One controllers at a wall in a fit of rage after getting sniped in Call of Duty, we feel your pain. Still there is a smorgasbord of options out there for an additional Xbox One controller for your collection – or a replacement. Ahem. Some are reasonably cheap and some are not so...
News Xbox Series X Controller Still Requires AA Batteries
What year is it?
The Xbox Series X pad is looking pretty nice, as you can see in this gallery. Microsoft has taken what was an already comfortable controller and improved it with a new D-Pad, share button and textured shoulder triggers. However, one aspect which hasn't changed from the Xbox One controller is the need for AA batteries. That's right...
Gallery Check Out The New Xbox Series X Controller
Yes, it has a share button now
Microsoft has just revealed some close-up shots of its latest controller. At first glance, the new Xbox Series X controller doesn't look a million miles away from the design of the Xbox One pad – after all, if something isn't broke, why fix it? – but we can assure you there are some welcome changes when you look a...
News Two New Official Xbox One Controller Colours Due to Launch
Say hello to copper and dusk
Microsoft will launch two new official Xbox One controller colours in the form of Dusk Shadow and Copper Shadow, it has been revealed. Images started to crop up online late last week with no official Microsoft announcement in sight, but now the Swedish arm of giant European retailer MediaMarkt is listing both products,...
News Turtle Beach Launches Firmware Update 2.0 for Elite 800X Headset
Improvements all over the show
Turtle Beach has released a new firmware update for their Elite 800X Wireless Headset for Xbox One which should alleviate a few of the common problems reported by early adopters. The new firmware brings with it a whole bunch of improvements, such as automatic gain control for the microphone, stability updates, a few...
Accessory Review PDP Afterglow AG 7 Wireless Headset for Xbox One
All glown up?
When we approached PDP's Afterglow AG7 Wireless Xbox One Headset for review, we were skeptical that it would be able to deliver on all of its promises. Since a wired headset with stellar audio quality usually runs around $100, it's hard to believe a model that incorporates wireless functionality could survive without sacrificing at...
News Officially Licensed Xbox One Star Wars Controllers Go Up For Preorder
These might not be the controllers you're looking for
PowerA has announced that on April 30th, they'll release three officially licensed Star Wars-themed controllers for Xbox One in the US. We'd imagine that they'll reach the UK and Europe in due course. R2D2, Stormtrooper, and Darth Vader designs are available, but the (wireless) force is weak...
Accessory Review PDP Afterglow Karga Xbox One Headset
Go with the glow
Unless you’re a super-audiophile, gaming headsets are much of a muchness. They need to tick a few essential boxes, sure, but as long as they get the basics right, there isn’t much that can go wrong. That doesn’t mean that there isn’t scope for innovation and improvement, though, and PDP have had a good shot at bringing a...
Accessory Review PDP Rock Candy Xbox One Wired Controller
Cheap and not so cheerful
When it comes to second controllers that are solely for use by little brothers, sisters, and visitors, Microsoft’s official option may be a little bit pricey. Running at $75 for a controller with a Play and Charge kit and with very few choices available, gone are the days when you could pick up a relatively cheap...
Accessory Review PDP Energizer 2x Xbox One Charging System
The power of two
With the Xbox One containing three USB ports – two on the back, one on the side – and the console itself having a limited amount of HDD space, if you pick up an external drive to provide more storage space, you’re already down to two available ports. If you have a need to charge two controllers at a time, you’re all done...
News Microsoft Defends Lack of Bundled Headset with Xbox One
You don't need that! You've got Kinect!
Microsoft has thrown out some sandbags and jumped into the trenches to defend its decision to not include a headset with the Xbox One console. A headset will be available at launch, but will be sold separately (price unconfirmed as yet), and this has given people cause to complain due to the fact that the...
News GamingZap Shows Off New Powerless Kinect Adaptor
It'll make sense
When Microsoft launched Kinect in November 2010, it faced a problem: how to get the sensor to draw power from older Xbox 360 consoles, as well as the newer S models. The simple solution was to bundle a USB to mains adaptor, but that still requires a separate plug socket. UK retailer GamingZap has just launched a way around it: the...
News Make Your Room Bigger with Nyko's Kinect Zoom
40% less space required
If your living room isn't quite big enough for Kinect to work properly, you might be interested in Nyko's handy new accessory, the Zoom for Kinect. The peripheral manufacturer has announced the new bit of kit will release across North America on 23rd August at $29.99. Clipping over Kinect's eyes, the accessory means you'll...
News Kinect, PlayStation Eye and Wii All Mount Your TV
Why change?
CTA Digital's Kinect wall mount and TV clip lets you easily switch between the sensor and Sony's PlayStation Eye for PlayStation Move, but if that's just too much like hard work — or you have a Nintendo Wii too — then dreamGear's Trimount might be for you. The enormous mount lets you stack your Kinect, Eye camera and Wii sensor bar...
News A Kinect Steering Wheel? Now We've Seen It All
Hold out your hands
Try this tricky test of hand-eye coordination: hold out your hands in front of you. Okay, now pretend you're driving a car. Finding it difficult? Then CTA Digital has the solution for you. The company that brought you the Kinect Perfect Range Game Mat has created the Xbox 360 Kinect Steering Wheel. It's like one of the countless...
News New Kinect Wall Mount and TV Clip has a Dual Identity
Why just have one?
Don't know whether to choose a wall mount or a TV clip for your Kinect? Accessory manufacturer CTA Digital has the perfect solution for such a quandary: a peripheral that does both. The new Universal Wall Mount & Clip for the Kinect Camera & PlayStation Eye can be adjusted either to sit on top of the TV or attach to the...
News Perfect Range Game Mat Makes Judging Distance a Doddle
Get in the zone
Ever been frustrated by not knowing where to stand in your play area to get the most accurate detection from Kinect? Then accessory manufacturer CTA Digital has the solution to your problems! The Perfect Range Game Mat sits on your carpet and tells you exactly where you should stand, whether playing solo or with a friend, to get the...
