The controllers that we use are the core of our gameplay. Without controllers, we wouldn't have the input device to even play any of the games we enjoy. And as our technology advances, our controllers make advancements  as well. If you play PUBG, having a reliable controller with varying features to enhance your gameplay.

5. PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller

PowerA is a well-known controller manufacturer. They manufacture licensed controllers for Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Playstation 4, Playstation 5, Nintendo Switch, and for use on PC. PowerA controllers have many pro-controller-like features, for a fraction of the cost as some of the higher-priced controllers. 

The PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller is very similar to the standard Xbox Controller, however, it also has some additional features compared to the standard controller. One of the main differences is the mappable buttons on the back. These buttons are very useful for you if you are a PUBG player, as it allows you to utilize the buttons to crouch, use the hold breath feature, lean, or any other movement you'd like such as jumping. Crouching and holding breath while shooting is very popular among many of us PUBG players, as it allows us to control the recoil of our weapons effectively. 

What’s great about the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller?

• Price – the cost of the Enhanced Wired Controller ranges between $25-$35 USD, depending on the vendor
• Feel – the controller feels very similar to a standard Xbox controller and has a good feel in your hands while gaming. The buttons on the back take up less space than conventional paddles, leaving you to have a bit more room on the back of the controller.
• Simplicity – the controller is very simple, with a clean look to it right out of the box. It has additional buttons on the back, otherwise, it is a very minimalist design. 

PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller details 

• 2 mappable advanced gaming buttons
• Immersive dual rumble motors
• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack
• Compatible with Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One consoles
• Volume dial with chat mute

4. Razer Wolverine V2

 

Razer is another well known brand that manufactures computer mice, keyboards, headsets, and controllers. Razer is well-known for having products with a sleek design, and multiple quality-of-life features. If you’re a fan of the fancy RGB lighting, Razer is also a brand for you.

The Razer Wolverine V2 has a similar layout to the standard Xbox controller however it also has additional buttons near the bumpers. These buttons can be mapped to any custom settings you want. The controller also features trigger stops, allowing you to have a shorter trigger pull. This is a great feature for any shooter, especially for PUBG as it allows you to fire single-fire weapons faster, and spray your automatic guns just a split second quicker. The controller also features Razer’s new Mecha Tactile-Action Buttons. This allows for very precise and responsive button presses.

What’s great about the Razer Wolverine V2?

• Feel - the controller feels great, and has a very slick design on the faceplate. It also has grips that are more L-shaped, allowing it to fit comfortably in your hands as you game for hours on end.
• Features - The Wolverine V2 has very convenient features with the additional buttons and trigger stops. The buttons themselves are also very responsive and have almost no input lag.
• Price - The Wolverine V2 varies in price depending where you buy it, however you can purchase them sometimes at low as $59.99. However, it is normall yin the price range of $70-$100 USD.

Razer Wolverine V2 details:

• Wired connection
• 2 additional mappable buttons
• Compatible with Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S
• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack

3. Battle Beaver Custom Controllers

Battle Beaver is a company that creates Xbox and Playstation controllers that you can customize on your own with your own preferences and selections. These customizations are all available on their website. They do also sell standard, base-level controllers if you wish to not customize them yourself.

Battle Beaver custom controllers have many options for you to choose to customize. You can add additional buttons on the back of the controller, racing triggers, trigger stops, various colors, grips for your controller, and more! Battle Beaver controllers are an investment, however, the option to create your own personal controller is an option that not many companies have.

This gives PUBG players the ability to tailor their own controller from scratch to have use of features like leaning, holding breath, crouching, and firing single-fire weapons at a faster rate of fire.

What's great about Battle Beaver Custom Controllers?

• Custom features- you can add many buttons in various positions of the controller, to fit your own preferences. You can also choose various colors and designs.
• Accessibility - if you are a brand loyalist kind of gamer, you can purchase Xbox and Playstation controllers. So, if you own both consoles, you can buy yourself a controller for each console.
• Creativity - You can be creative with your customization of your own controller. Not many brands have this ability as many of their designs and colors are already there upon it being manufactured.

Battle Beaver Customs details:

• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack
• Various spots for additional buttons of your own choosing, however each base model comes with 2 rear buttons
• 30-day warranty 
• Dual rumble motors
• Option of digital click triggers

2.  Xbox Elite 2

The Xbox Elite 2 Controller is the second installment in the Xbox Elite controller series. The Elite 2, simply put, is a version of the Elite controller with new improvements, and more customization options. 

The Elite 2 features paddles on the back of the controller, as well as the ability to adjust stick tension. This makes it a great controller for PUBG, as PUBG has higher recoil than many other shooters. Adjusting stick tension gives you the ability to control recoil when shooting, with the tension of your own preference. The paddles on the back, which are all mappable to buttons of your choice are also great for PUBG.

You can set the controller up so you can utilize leaning, crouching, or holding your breath while shooting. Since the Elite 2 has 4 paddles, you also have the option of adding 4 total buttons to the back of your controller if you wish.

What’s great about the Elite 2 Controller?

• Features - This controller has  many features, includingstick tension, choice of varying sticks, and paddles. 
• Warranty - The Elite 2 controller comes with a 1 year warranty. So if anything happens to it while gaming, you can get it replaced with a brand new one.
• Feel - The Elite 2 is almost the same feeling as a standard controller. Obviously having paddles in the back, and trigger stops that you can choose to use does give it more of a pro style controller feeling over a standard Xbox controller. 

Elite 2 Controller details:

• Wireless connectivity OR USB-C
• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack
• Rubberized grips
• 4 additional paddles on the back of controller
• Trigger locks to shorten trigger pull

1. PowerA Fusion Pro

For the top of our list, I was excited to put the PowerA Fusion Pro. PowerA is now on their third installment of the Fusion Pro series controller.

The PowerA Fusion Pro has similarities to the previously mentioned PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller. However it also features trigger stops, and did feature 4 paddles on the back. The third version of the controller now features buttons on the back, replacing the paddles of the previous two versions. 

The PowerA Fusion Pro brings in a lot of the same features as the Xbox Elite 2 Controller, however, it has one deciding factor that makes it more appealing to many - the cost. The PowerA Fusion Pro is a far more budget-friendly option, ranging in price between $69-$89. This is a great controller to purchase if you are looking into buying more advanced controllers.

What’s great about the PowerA Fusion Pro controllers?

• Price - The cost of this controller is much lower than many of the pro style controllers on the market. 
• Feel - The Fusion Pro has a great feel to it. It is a slightly heavier controller compared to some.
• Features - This controller comes with all of the features and add ons that many pro controllers have.

PowerA Fusion Pro details:

• Up to 4 additional paddles (or buttons) on the back of the controller
• 3-way trigger locks to vary your trigger pull to your preference
• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack
• Dual rumble motors
• 10 foot long USB-C cable

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