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SteelSeries’ pro-grade, wireless Xbox controller sure is expensive
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SteelSeries is a household name for many gamers, but not when it comes to controllers. Instead of easing into the conversation with reasonably-priced console and PC controllers to build trust, it's kicking down the door with the $259.
Published September 8, 2026 · Category: Tech
Overview
SteelSeries moved the system-level Xbox buttons to the bottom of the controller. | Image: Cameron Faulkner / The Verge
SteelSeries is a household name for many gamers, but not when it comes to controllers. Instead of easing into the conversation with reasonably-priced console and PC controllers to build trust, it's kicking down the door with the $259.99 Aeon Pro wireless controller for Xbox and PC, which starts shipping today.
What does one of the most expensive controllers out there do that others don't? A few things. The one you'll likely notice first is its tiny OLED screen that can guide you through swapping between Xbox, PC, or Bluetooth. It lets you adjust most settings on the controller, including genre-based presets. You can remap the controls and …
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SteelSeries is a household name for many gamers, but not when it comes to controllers. Instead of easing into the conversation with reasonably-priced console and PC controllers to build trust, it's kicking down the door with the $259.99 Aeon Pro wireless controller for Xbox and PC, which starts shipping today. What does one of the […]
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