Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core | later this month for $129.99 | game HQ

Microsoft just revealed the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 'Core' controller, launching later this month for $129.99(opens in new tab). Aside from the pristine white color scheme, the Elite Series 2 Core features the same design and features as the Elite Series 2 controller, also known as our favorite PC gaming controller(opens in a new tab).

The Core controller doesn't ship with a charging case full of interchangeable thumbsticks, d-pad, and paddles, usually bundled in the original Elite Series 2 controller(opens in new tab). You must buy the complete component pack separately for $60(opens in a new tab).

But it does come with a thumbstick adjustment tool that will tweak the tension on the joysticks and a USB-C charging cable. Not including the component pack is a good way for someone to pick up an excellent controller and not spend nearly $200, especially if you don't care for swamping out d-pads or thumbsticks.

The Elite Series 2 is still without a Share button. Instead, the center button swaps through your controller profiles. I never use the share button since I primarily play PC games, but if you want to use it on an Xbox Series X/S, you'll have to dig through some menus.