The Verge - Apple September 8, 2026

SteelSeries’ pro-grade, wireless Xbox controller sure is expensive

SteelSeries moved the system-level Xbox buttons to the bottom of the controller. | Image: Cameron Faulkner / The Verge SteelSeries is a household name for many gamers, but not when it comes to controllers. Instead of easing into the conversation with reasonably-priced console and PC controllers to b…

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