Original alternative to the original Xbox 360 controller

- The Xbox 360 Afterglow Ax.1 controller.

- A leaflet (multilingual) with explanations in writing and sketches.

The first impression like. Transparent, tough polycarbonate case with full view of the inner workings of the officially licensed Microsoft wired controller for the Xbox 360. The dimensions thus correspond to those of the original 1to1 controller, 2 pieces of (black and white) I've taken for comparison. Also in weight, there are no differences, the Afterglow is fed between his hands. Better than the original, I find better achieved obliquely fitted "Back" and "Start" buttons, these are as you play (for me).

"LB" and "RB" buttons are quitiert pressing due to the robust plastic housing with a lighter than the slightly muffled click of the originals, the directional pad looks a little higher out of the gap toward the edge is larger. Left as right stick can be used to easily move in all directions and are rubberised, which helps prevent slippage of the thumb. The X, Y, A, B buttons are arranged according to the original and have the same quality. Both shoulder buttons are also curved finger friendly upwards.

The seated firmly on top of the housing USB cable has a proper length of 3 m and thus also meets players with greater inch TVs. It is simply plugged into one of the (front) USB inputs of the Xbox 360, also has a "stumble". In too hectic gaming sessions or through carelessness the cable becomes disconnected by a clutch below the USB port connector, thus preventing falling of the console.

You now presses in the connected state the "Xbox Guide" button (this is a little flatter on the housing and is perfectly edged plastic), the console is started directly, a program the Afterglow Ax.1 is not necessary. And already holds a presentable one eye-catcher in hands, illuminated by 7 green LEDs. If one has seen it sick or interfere it in the game, just press on the controller back the small black pin button below. Three modes can be set so that:

- "A" - it lights solid green transparent.

- "Active" - ​​lighting (partially) -ausgeschaltet, vibration activated.

- "Off".

With activated vibration (eg. In "Forza Horizon") is enough to give light gas, small steering movements or gravel road, and the diodes light up rhythmically to the beat. Beautiful spectacle in the controller general: to turn down the handle croissants both "Rumpel engines".

The housing is screwed 7x held together, total leaves the processing of the controller a very good impression on hoffentlicher longevity. Attention should be finally the advantage of batteries Einsparens as the purchase of charging batteries and having to recharge again and again, as Wired. Even on a headset socket (the usual place) it has been thought.

As for the specifically highlighted by the manufacturer "SmartTrack technology" of the two sticks respect, which is described as "outstanding performance and accuracy" of differences to the original controller: Both sticks (in mint condition) are more flexible and "faster" - " firmer set "and thus more sensitive to use in the game.

After a few days in the practical use of different game genres I'm with the Afterglow X.1 fully satisfied, no squeaks, no trace of wear. Therefore, I like him very = 5 stars Amazon.