New Xbox Controller with DualSense-Like Haptics Still in Development for Next-Gen Consoles
The highly anticipated Sebile Xbox controller, rumored to feature DualSense-like haptics, is still on track to launch alongside Microsoft’s next-generation console. First leaked in September 2023 during the FTC vs. Microsoft legal battle, the controller is set to bring cutting-edge features that could elevate the Xbox gaming experience to new heights.
What’s New with the Sebile Controller?
The Sebile controller is designed with a focus on innovation, aiming to close the gap with Sony's DualSense controller. Here’s what we know so far:
Haptic Feedback: A newly filed patent details advanced haptics that promise to deliver immersive tactile feedback by coupling haptic motors to modular components of the controller.
Improved Connectivity: The controller will include Bluetooth 5.2 and a direct-to-cloud connection, ensuring seamless integration with Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Modular Thumbsticks: Replaceable thumbsticks for extended durability and personalization.
Rechargeable Batteries: A long-awaited addition, balancing convenience with environmental friendliness.
The Sebile controller will likely represent a major shift in Xbox hardware, coinciding with Microsoft’s all-in approach to its next console generation.
Next-Gen Console and Early Launch Rumors
The Sebile controller isn’t the only thing Microsoft has in the pipeline. Xbox president Sarah Bond recently teased that the next Xbox console will feature "the biggest technical leap ever seen in a console." While Sony is targeting a 2028 release for the PlayStation 6, rumors suggest that Microsoft might accelerate its schedule, potentially launching its new console as early as 2026. If true, the Sebile controller could arrive sooner than expected.
Microsoft’s decision to forgo a mid-generation console refresh, like the PlayStation 5 Pro, signals its focus on delivering a significant technological leap rather than incremental upgrades.
What do you think about Xbox’s push for DualSense-like haptics? Could the Sebile controller change the game for Xbox? Let us know in the comments!
