Is the Hyperkin Xenon worth your hard-earned cash?
It is priced at $49.99 MSRP in the US, and 39.99 in the UK.
The controller comes in Black, White, Red and Pink.
The Hyperkin Xenon controller in Black, brand new box.
The Xenon is a true homage to the original, capturing the essence and functionality of the original gamepad.
It costs $50, and for that price, you are mainly paying for nostalgia.
Is that worth it?
Maybe for some die-hard fans who miss the good old days of 2005, but not for me.
As Mary Poppins would say, they’re practically perfect in every way.
What is the appeal of going back to this design, other than nostalgia for a simpler time?
It’s the best of the best andtops our controller list.
If you really want a wired controller, it’s possible for you to just connect a USB cable.
Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller: Should you buy?
The Hyperkin Xenon controller in Black, brand new box.
You should buy this if …
You shouldn’t buy this if … A wired gaming controller that pays tribute to the Xbox 360 controller of the past.
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The Hyperkin Xenon in White could match your Xbox Series S
The rear of the Hyperkin Xenon in red
The Hyperkin Xenon in Pink was my overall favorite choice
The Hyperkin Duke is a thicc competitor
