Before even taking the controller out of the box it is evident that PDP put a lot of work into making it's Tron controller a collector's item. The box has a door that opens to reveal a window that makes the controller clearly visible. On the backside of the door is a Certificate labeling the controllers limited production number as well as a message from PDP about the production of the controller.
Once the controller is removed from the box the first thing many people will notice is that it is wired. This isn't PDP's fault however, Microsoft simply just doesn't allow its 3rd-party controllers to be wireless. Luckily PDP gave its controller six feet of cord to give plenty of room to maneuver.
After the controller is plugged in and the console powered up, the Tron controller comes to life in a bright blue light. LEDs run along the top and grips of the controller as well as a Tron logo that sits on the bottom of the controller just above the port for the headset. Overall it looks fantastic.
The controller not ony looks great but it feels great. The shoulder and trigger buttons feel very responsive, with just the right amount of resistance when fully depressed. The foam-rubber grips are soft and very comfortable, providing longer gaming sessions with less discomfort. The thumbsticks on the otherhand feel looser then Microsoft's 1st-party controllers. However, they are just as responsive as Microsfts controllers.
The D-pad is the most notable improvement over Microsft's controller. PDP ditches the disc style pad in favor of a more raised and pronounced pad, which gives a tighter more responsive feel. The vibration function is just as strong as Microsft's controller and more powerful than most 3rd-party controllers.
Pros
•Face and shoulder buttons feel responsive.
•D-pad is far superior to most of Microsoft's 1st-party controllers.
•Looks like the collector's item that it's meant to be.
Cons
•Wired.
•Thumbsticks feel a little looser than Microsoft's 1st-party controllers.
•Pricier than most 3rd-party controllers
OVERALL
The controllers look and feel like collector's items, from the unique Tron styling to the amount of care PDP put into the packaging. The only draw backs being that the controller is wired and that at $49.99 the price is higher than most 3rd-party controllers. Tron fans and gamers alike are sure to get alot of use out of these controllers.
Review copy provided by the publisher.
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