ThrustMaster eSwap X2 Elden Ring

The wired controller from the eSwap X2 series, styled in the Elden Ring theme and officially licensed by Bandai Namco, is intriguing not only for its collectible design but also for the unique structural feature of the eSwap platform. The Hot-Swap technology allows you to physically swap the gamepad's modules (sticks, D-pad, and other elements) without any tools and right during the gaming session.

In practice, this means you can configure the sticks' layout to be either symmetrical or asymmetrical, adapting the setup to specific games or personal preferences. Mechanical buttons activate with just a 0.3 mm actuation point, which, according to Thrustmaster's lab tests, is 64% faster than traditional membrane ones — in Elden Ring, with its demanding dodge and parry timing, this difference can be significant.

The S5 NXG series sticks provide high positioning accuracy, while two rear additional paddles expand the range of available commands without needing to remove your thumbs from the analog axes. The ThrustMaster eSwap X2 Elden Ring gamepad features a total of 22 buttons, including a touch panel, and is compatible with Windows PCs and Xbox consoles. The stick sensitivity, trigger actuation depth, and button assignments can all be customized via ThrustmapperX software. Connection is wired only, through a detachable USB C cable, with power supplied via the USB port.