Razer is my personal go-to brand for Xbox controllers, with superior controls and an ergonomic feel compared to Microsoft's official offerings, and my all-time favorite is the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma.
This classic controller has never let me down and, in the face of being phased out by its V3 successors, is back in stock (refurbished) and is receiving one of its biggest discounts ever as it's now available for $69.15 on Amazon via Amazon Renewed.
The Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma is worth every penny, even after all these years
While Razer has moved on to make more advanced controllers like the Razer V3 Tournament Edition and the Razer Wolverine 3 Pro, I will always stick with the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma.
To paraphrase my colleague, Jez Corden's review of the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma, its mecha-tactile action buttons and D-pad feel good to use and are so responsive that they feel like cheating.
The controller also features extra shoulder buttons and back-pedals for additional inputs, a high polling rate of 1,000Hz for reduced input latency, RGB lighting, and a Sensitivity Clutch to adjust the actuation speed of analog sticks to a user's preference.
Without this controller, I never would've been able to beat Xbox games like Elden Ring or titles from the Monster Hunter series, and I'm so glad it's back in stock, as my old one gave up the ghost after nearly half a decade of use.
However, this renewed stock won't last long, and new ones will be harder to find as Razer is focusing on pushing out its V3 series while leaving the V2 series behind.
So, if you want an affordable, high-quality Xbox controller you can rely on for many years to come, then I cannot recommend the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma enough, as it's one of the best Xbox controllers I've ever used.
As part of Amazon's early Black Friday sales, you can get refurbished copies of the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma via Amazon Renewed with a 30% discount for $69.15 instead of its $99.99 MSRP.
Considering that's $100 cheaper than the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro, and half the MSRP of the Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition, that's a mighty bargain if I do say so myself.
FAQ
Is this controller wireless?
No. It is a purely wired controller that connects to consoles and PC via a detachable USB cable.
What platforms is it compatible with?
The Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma is compatible with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows 11 PCs.
Does it require software to be useable?
No. All you have to do is simply connect the controller, and it will work via plug-and-play. However, there is a Razer Controller Set app available to download online that will let you customize its button mapping, analog stick sensitivity, and RGB lighting.
What is Amazon Renewed?
Amazon Renewed is a program where Amazon takes stock of older products that have been refurbished, pre-owned, or opened out of their packaging, and resells them at lower prices after carefully inspecting and approving them for use.
Products sold under this program also come with a one-year Amazon Renewed Guarantee that allows customers to request a replacement or a refund.
When does Black Friday start?
Black Friday is set to start on November 28, 2025, and will last until December 1, 2025, when it will be replaced by Cyber Monday.
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