The Xbox Duke Controller is back Atomics

Key control XboxKnown as Duke, Iconic. While many may argue that it is a bit boring to use, one cannot deny that its design has marked an entire generation. Thus, A new model of this controller has been released recently, which may be the Duke specific version.

As part of the announcements that took place during CES 2024, Hyperkin Hyperkin DuchessS, an Xbox controller that takes Duke’s original design, and Updated with modern features such as hall effects joystick. They use magnets and electrical conductors instead of the electrical resistance used in standard joysticks. This increases the life of the control as there is no real friction.

The controller’s design isn’t finalized yet, and Hyperkin hasn’t shared a release date or price for the Duchess. Although the platforms are not confirmed, It is clear that it will work with Xbox Series X|S and PC. While some may think that this controller is completely original, during the first generation of Xbox, the Xbox Controller S was sold, which came to Japan as an alternative to the Duke. Unfortunately, it failed to catch on in this market, as gamers were more familiar with Nintendo and PlayStation controllers at the time.

We can only wait for the Hyperkin DuchessS, and maybe it will become your favorite controller in the future. On a related note, the Xbox Toaster is now a reality. Similarly, Xbox intends to bring its exclusives to PlayStation and Switch consoles.

Editor’s note:

Collecting controllers has become something I’ve gotten into this generation, and having a model that resembles the original Duke is something I’d like to have in my collection. However, I don’t think something like this would be cheap.

Through: IGN