Razer Wildcat Xbox One Controller - PAX Prime 2015

Razer debuted the Wildcat as their first Xbox One oriented controller, targeting both console and PC gamers. The presenter walks through the design shifts from the Sabertooth to the Wildcat, highlighting more robust back triggers, which are now actual triggers rather than sliding rockers, and the added ease of removal via hex screws. He notes that the back triggers utilize small removable cartridges instead of rubber plugs, and emphasizes the more compact, snag-free shape that reduces finger contact during play. The video covers the mechanical ABXY button feedback, where you can actually hear and feel the actuation, a feature that sets it apart from prior models. Cable-wise, the Wildcat adopts a long braided USB connection with a micro USB plug and a reinforced connector to prevent misalignment, plus side rails to ensure correct plugging each time. The recap touches on palm grips as an optional accessory, the four-button control panel with a remapping button, and a tri-profile switch for quick changes in button mappings across default and customized layouts. A dedicated mic mute and game chat balance/volume control sit on the profile panel, giving players direct control over audio while gaming. Weight is highlighted as a noticeable saving grace, with the Wildcat weighing 260 grams, lighter than both the stock Xbox One controller and the Elite, suggesting a more comfortable long-term hold. The presenter compares overall feel to the Sabertooth and Anza, remarking that while it retains familiarity, it addresses several gripes from earlier Razers and leans more towards the Sabertooth experience. In closing, he thanks HyperX, Asus, and Corsair for their involvement at PAX Prime 2015 and invites viewers to explore more content on LTT’s channel, while pointing to product coverage and sponsor threads linked in the description.

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