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• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Game changer for racing

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  • Owned for 1 month

  My favorite game is Forza Horizon 5. This controller makes the game closer to realistic, and much more enjoyable. It was one of my best Christmas presents!

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  Posted 1 week ago by prof2000

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  It Feels Like I'm Driving A Real Car

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  HOW IT FEELS TO USE: This controller just feels at home in my hands as it is incredibly comfortable, and everything is easy to reach. It is plug and play so I’m able to immediately jump into my game of choice. The modules pop out and back into place immediately without the need for tools which further elevates my game by giving me customizability whether that be with Racing Wheel Module for racing games or limiting the triggers range by toggling the switch on the back for FPS. But perhaps the most surprising aspect was the latency which feels just as responsive as my mouse and keyboard compared to the usual lag I feel with my Xbox or PlayStation controller. Likely due to the mechanical buttons that have shorter actuation and longer lifespan, which they report are 64% faster than standard membrane buttons. They feel better too. The back buttons are in just right spot (but only remappable when the d-pad is installed over the racing wheel), can be adjusted on the fly. Or even easier through the Thrustmaster software on Windows. The only issue I ran into is difficulty updating my controller with said software. The included braided micro-USB cable is plenty long to plug into a console from across the room or right next to your laptop/desktop PC. I do wish this was USB-C over Micro-USB as that port needs to be fully cemented in the history museum. With the removable cable it also makes it easy to travel with and comes with a little soft cloth carry bag. Perhaps, the best part of this controller is that if something were to go bad, instead of buying a new controller, you just swap the module. One of the first expenses I buy after getting a console is buying a Scuf controller because I gotta have those four back buttons as it elevates the gaming experience. But this controller blows my Scuf controllers away with the only downside being it isn’t wireless, and what I’ll be getting from here on out. In general, this feels to be the most responsive (lowest latency) controller that I’ve ever used. As it just seems fast. Which is what I like the most about it. It feels premium in the hand, is very comfortable, and has a ton of customizability which I like a lot. I think it is an easy recommendation. RACING WHEEL MODULE: This thing is incredible. I feel fully immersed and at times it feels like I’m driving an actual vehicle. Which sounds wild. But to put you in the action, I’m driving through the hills of San Andreas on GTA Online, I’m taking corners as fast as I can, my wheels are barely sticking as I can feel the car starting to slide out from under me, the wheel module is fully maxed giving a good amount of resistance like a real steering wheel would, and I find myself naturally letting off the gas to effectively take the turn. Or I’m weaving in and out of traffic finding myself having to be ultra precise or I’ll spin out. The same held true in games like Forza and other racing games where it just felt more immersive. I do find the large ridges to help provide grip and I never slipped. There is more resistance the further to the edges you get. My only complaint is the limited 95 degrees of rotation. As it feels too constricting. I would prefer to see a bit more such as 110 or 120. Did it improve my performance in my racing game? Yes, as with a normal joystick inevitably you will get extra movement with it going forward. With this limiting it to just the X axis it makes it more accurate. And despite my years of experience, I found after about 45 – 60 minutes I was performing just as well if not better in my games and definitely will be using it going forward. CUSTOMIZABILITY: The next main reason to consider this over the competition is the serious amount of customizability. It has three module placements that you can arrange anyway you want. The back triggers can be toggled to have more or less movement for FPS games. The sides can be swapped as they are magnetic. You have four buttons on the back, which can be remapped on the fly without the need of software. All the buttons on the controller are remappable in the Thrustmaster Software. On the bottom you have several buttons, going left to right, volume down, volume up, mute, 3.5 mm jack, profile 1, map, profile 2. BACK BUTTONS: Third main reason to consider is the back buttons. There are four of them that are easy to reach and feel good to press. With the Racing Wheel Module Installed they default to directional buttons. Otherwise, can be changed to whatever you want on the fly or through the Thrustmaster software. THUMB STICKS: They are longer than your average thumb stick, which may take some getting used to. As you have more movement, which makes them more accurate. They have good resistance. You can fully adjust stick drift in the Thrustmaster software. I can’t comment on how long they last though. But with them being modular you can buy a replacement for I think $19.99. TRIGGERS: Not the best. Trigger movement is smooth. But feel short, hard, and limited. Also, don’t feel like they move nearly as much as my PlayStation or Xbox controller, but those feel mushier. The rear triggers come stock at 10 – 90% movement so you’ll want to change this to 0 – 100% in the Thrustmaster software. The front bumpers feel great. BUTTONS: Feel very different than your usual membrane button. As they travel a lot less, deliver a more solid tactile bump, and audible click. They don’t feel amazing. But they do feel hyper responsive. And I’ll take that trade any day. SOFTWARE: Thustmaster Software is easy to navigate. My only issue is that when I first tried to update my controller it would get stuck and not actually do anything. I had to uninstall the drivers, unplug the controller, then open the software, plug in the controller, then update which made it work as intended. Otherwise it did just fine. COMFORT: When you grip this controller, it feels like your hands are going home. As the contours are in all the right places. It is quite large but find that to be a positive as my thumbs easily reach all the modules and my pointer and index finger easily hit and rest on the back buttons. The sides look to be rubber/grippy but that is just paint, it is smooth like the rest of the plastic. I much prefer it over Xbox or PlayStation controllers. BUILD QUALITY: It feels premium. I didn’t notice any creaking or issues. Paint quality is top notch. All buttons feel solid without wobble. While they might not feel ultra-premium (which I think is a preference thing) I like them a lot. Especially, the responsiveness of them.

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  Posted 2 years ago by SirGalahad

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Best Controller for those who like Racing Games

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  I recently had the pleasure of trying out the Thrustmaster ESWAP XR Pro Controller Forza Edition, and as a casual racing game fan,who doesn't want to spend a ton of money on a full racing sim, I decided to try this controller out. This controller combines the precision and versatility of a steering wheel with the eSwap XR Pro module and I couldn't be more impressed. The standout feature of this controller is undoubtedly its modular capabilities. Swapping out attachments is a breeze to the point where when playing games like cyberpunk2077 I would swap out the direction pad to use the steering wheel when I had to drive anywhere in the game. Though this controller really shines in games like Forza bringing a whole new level of immersion to racing games. The wheel has a quality feel to it, and was shocked just how responsive feedback was compared to using a joystick. The back buttons on the controller I mapped to be my shifters ( in the thrustmaster computer App) are very satisfying to use. The eSwap XR Pro, the Forza Edition maintains the excellent build quality and ergonomic design. It's comfortable to hold, even during long gaming sessions, and the modular components are great especially with other controllers on the market having issues with Stick drift, so if over time your joystick starts to wear out, instead of having to buy a whole new controller you can just buy the modular joysticks at the fraction of the cost. The facebuttons have a nice click to them when pressing them along with the back buttons and the shoulder buttons. My only complaint about the controller design is that they went with a Micro-USB cord and not USB-C, which for any new product I expect the port to be USB-C, but that's just my personal opinion. The Thrustmapper App software allows for great customization of the controller's settings, and this holds true for the racing wheel module as well. You can adjust trigger sensitivity, dead zones, and button mapping to create a personalized layout. The precision of the module ensures that every turn, brake, and acceleration input is accurate and responsive, which is crucial in racing simulations. I did run into an issue with trying to update firmware for the controller in the app and it would never update and the app would just freeze and after 3 attempts it just would never update, that being said the controller did work fine and I didn't run into any issues or notice any kind of latency. The controller's compatibility with PC and Xbox, is a huge plus. It seamlessly integrates with my gaming setup, and the plug-and-play setup makes it hassle-free to switch between different platforms. Overall I think the Thrustmaster ESWAP XR Pro Controller Forza Edition with the Racing Wheel Module is a fantastic investment for anyone who loves gaming and racing games. It has the best of both worlds with the racing wheel module tailored for immersive racing experiences and when you want to play a FPS game just pop the wheel off for the Joystick and you're good to go. You can’t go wrong with this controller.

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  Posted 2 years ago by Ian L