Thrustmaster Launches New ESWAP X2 Gamepad Controller

[GFreeman]

Thrustmaster is thrilled to unveil the new generation of the ESWAP X PRO CONTROLLER gamepad with the launch of ESWAP X2: an evolution three years after the launch of the iconic first version, which captured the hearts of gamers looking for exceptional performance. Thrustmaster's modular ESWAP controllers have become the gold standard in the segment of professional-grade gamepads used at the highest level in competitive gaming. ESWAP X2 represents the new generation of ESWAP X PRO CONTROLLER, maintaining all the features that gamers have come to appreciate over the years. Hot-Swap technology allows for unlimited replacement of the S5 NXG mini-sticks, recognized for their exceptional precision in the world of esports.

This new version improves the lifespan of the mini-sticks, providing players with an extended gaming experience. What's more, the D-pad's ergonomic design has been completely reworked in order to simplify and speed up activations. ESWAP X2 includes a USB-C cable for optimal connectivity, minimizing latency during gaming sessions and ensuring maximum responsiveness between pressing a button and the action in the game.



NEXT-LEVEL RESPONSIVENESS
From the ABXY and RB/LB buttons to the D-pad to the rear buttons, you'll love the super-responsive clicks provided by the mechanical buttons, which are 64% faster than standard membrane-based buttons (tested under laboratory conditions). Enjoy greater responsiveness and execute combos faster than your opponents, thanks to an activation distance reduced to just 0.01" / 0.3 mm.

MASTER YOUR DIAGONALS
Eliminate the risk of misclicks during decisive moments, thanks to a new mechanical D-Pad with remarkable precision and exceptional responsiveness, with a minimal activation distance of just 0.02" / 0.45 mm.

Developed in collaboration with professionals in the versus fighting scene, the D-pad's ergonomic design has been carefully adjusted to let you to link up your diagonals completely smoothly.

TAILORED TO YOUR GAMEPLAY
The ESWAP X2 gamepad adapts to your gaming preferences, for customized control and handling. Thanks to Hot-Swap technology, you can change the gamepad's modules in a flash, at any time. Refine your fighting style and explore new possibilities with FIGHTING MODULE! Simplify linking up your combos with the addition of two extra buttons specially optimized for fighting games. You now have the ability to create a 6-button configuration on your ESWAP gamepad, providing maximum flexibility to master your movements and gain a competitive advantage over your opponents.

EXPAND YOUR ARSENAL
Free yourself from the limitations of traditional gamepad buttons and vastly increase your action options with ESWAP X2. You can directly remap any function to one of the 4 additional buttons on the back of the gamepad.

CREATE AND USE YOUR OWN STYLE
Take control of the gamepad thanks to the ability to fully configure ESWAP X2's sensitivity levels and settings. With the ThrustmapperX software, you're free to customize your entire gamepad for the perfect fit with your own personal preferences and gaming style.

The ThrustmapperX software lets you configure all of the settings you'll ever want to adjust:

• Create made-to-measure profiles, specifically designed for particular games or characters.
• Map and remap as many buttons as you like.
• Configure the sensitivity curve of the analog mini-sticks.
• Change the shape of the curve for the dead zones on the analog mini-sticks.
• Adjust the power of the vibrations.

On Xbox, ThrustmapperX appears directly in the console's menu for quick and easy use.

Access to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
ESWAP X2 includes 1-month access to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Play hundreds of games for free on a gamepad, as soon as you get your ESWAP!

Availability

• ESWAP X2 is available at a suggested retail price of £149.99 / $169.99 / €179.99:
  • Preorders began December 22, 2023
  • Commercial availability begins January 24, 2024
• FIGHTING MODULE and D-IPPON D-PAD MODULE are available for purchase individually for owners of an ESWAP gamepad (S / X / XR / X2), at a suggested retail price of £26.99 / $19.99 / €19.99:
  • Preorders began December 22, 2023
  • Commercial availability begins January 24, 2024

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[Onasi]

Soooo… are you using Hall effect sticks or nah? Because if the answer is no, that module swapping is more of a repair feature than anything else.

 

[kapone32]

Ok someone has to explain to me how these are more expensive than controllers like the MSI GC30 V2 for 3 times the price.

 

[Onasi]

Ok someone has to explain to me how these are more expensive than controllers like the MSI GC30 V2 for 3 times the price.

Features like swapping stuff around and mechanical buttons aside, this seems to be a “Licensed for Xbawks” controller, which is something MS started to do relatively recently when the manufacturer has to pay a fee to the big M. So that contributes to the price, obviously.

 

[Ferrum Master]

THE PRICE....

It is much better and cheaper to take PS5/Xbox controller and swap to hall switches(~20$) and call it a day.

 

[kapone32]

Features like swapping stuff around and mechanical buttons aside, this seems to be a “Licensed for Xbawks” controller, which is something MS started to do relatively recently when the manufacturer has to pay a fee to the big M. So that contributes to the price, obviously.

This costs more than a regular Xbox controller. This is about the cost of a good Flight stick and we should be scared for the future of Gaming if that is true. In terms of swapping the controller I referenced has many of the same features for $44 Canadian. That is about $32 US.

 

[Onasi]

This costs more than a regular Xbox controller. This is about the cost of a good Flight stick and we should be scared for the future of Gaming if that is true. In terms of swapping the controller I referenced has many of the same features for $44 Canadian. That is about $32 US.

Yeah, I agree. The regular XBox controller doesn’t have the swapping features and the mech buttons though. Add to that the standard “niche gamer accessory” tax and a month of Game Pass (surely baked into the price) and, well, that’s what you get. A bad deal.

 

[kapone32]

Yeah, I agree. The regular XBox controller doesn’t have the swapping features and the mech buttons though. Add to that the standard “niche gamer accessory” tax and a month of Game Pass (surely baked into the price) and, well, that’s what you get. A bad deal.

It seems Thrustmaster has been drinking the same kool aid that EK and Asus have been drinking. I really wonder who will buy these? I cannot see anyone going to the store or looking online picking this after all the much cheaper variants. The MSI controller I referenced has the same features like swapping and mech buttons (not sure) for much less.

 

[Fungi]

This is very expensive and might not be worth it even if you like these features, but comparing it to a basic controller without any of the same or even similar features is just unfair.

 

[bonehead123]

hahaha...."Xbawks" I like it, and haven't heard that one before

But extra "features" notwithstanding, it's STILL just a controller....you can choose to either pony up the $$ for it, or not & stick with whatever you have now, seems pretty simple to me, and not really somethin to get your panties in wad over

 

[Ferrum Master]

The regular XBox controller doesn’t have the swapping features and the mech buttons though.

There are techs who does a service and retrofit HAL based ones. Those are ordered in bulk, thousands. I've been putting those myself. It needs decent soldering skill, but result is a perfectly working unit without any drawback and native compatibility.

 

[Onasi]

There are techs who does a service and retrofit HAL based ones. Those are ordered in bulk, thousands. I've been putting those myself. It needs decent soldering skill, but result is a perfectly working unit without any drawback and native compatibility.

I am aware. The discussion was about products as-is sold at MSRP though. Of course one can DIY whatever he wishes for much less. You could build a Miata at your garage that would keep up with a 911 at the track. Isn’t the point here.

 

[Ferrum Master]

I am aware. The discussion was about products as-is sold at MSRP though. Of course one can DIY whatever he wishes for much less. You could build a Miata at your garage that would keep up with a 911 at the track. Isn’t the point here.

But then the price would still go through the roof when doing it.

Here you can save, and even save more if you pick up a broken unit with drift... and as a bonus be green while doing this refurb.