“This Is More for Collecting Than Use”- Fans Awestruck as PDP Graphic Switch and Xbox Controller Appears Online

Published 08/28/2023, 10:00 AM EDT

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The gaming console market is on fire right now. With tons of exclusive games coming out almost every month, it’s no surprise that the console industry is booming. Along with consoles, controllers are also in high demand with the increasing number of gamers. Along with official controllers by the console makers themselves, numerous licensed third-party manufacturers make the latest controllers. Now, fans are drooling over these new retro-looking Xbox and Switch controllers by makers PDP.

The new controller has just dropped and we are in awe of how beautiful it looks. The controller looks like a piece of art and fans can’t stop calling it out for being gorgeous.

PDP drops new controllers for Xbox and Switch

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More and more titles are also bringing out limited-edition controllers in collaboration with the manufacturers. Both Xbox and PlayStation consoles have unique controllers, many of which are considered to be collectibles. From Spider-Man 2 limited edition PlayStation 5 consoles to Xbox controllers made in collaboration with Bethesda as part of the Starfield experience, there are some pretty neat-looking controllers out there. Along with the official ones, there are many third-party manufacturers of controllers as well.

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Performance Designed Products (PDP) is one such brand that makes officially licensed gaming peripherals. Its catalog boasts products that are designed for Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation. PDP makes some of the best controllers in the market and has a large number of users who will vouch for its quality. Now fans are in tears (happy ones) after seeing its new controller licensed by Nintendo and Sega.

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The controller brings back the clear-plastic aesthetic back to give it a retro look. There are three versions of the controllers with different characters from both studios.

Fans are loving the creativity

Since the controller hit the market, it has taken the community by a storm. Fans can’t get over how clean it looks. And in case you’re one of the lucky ones who played games since the golden times, then the controller would be something of a special treat.

The design is world’s apart from the traditional look that controller’s sport. Additionally, the level of creativity and detail has rightfully caught the attention of fans who are in awe of the aesthetic.

While the controller will serve the same purpose as a regular looking one, it would certainly make for a great addition for collectors.

And with the amount of work that’s gone into this, the wired and wireless controllers will cost $40 and $60, respectively. Even if you don’t need another controller, are you not the least bit tempted to buy this, even if it’s just for keeps?

This user agrees. Indeed, one for the collection.

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However, one thing we don’t know yet is whether the controllers will have rumble sensors or not. While the aesthetics of the controllers are amazing, some are concerned with the functionality.

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