Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma Xbox Controller Review. WORTH $150? 

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For those unaware, the original black Wolverine V2 controller for Xbox Series X/S/One/PC had a slight defect in which the trigger and bumper grind against each other if you hold down the bumper while trying to pull down the same-side trigger. I would just like to point out that this issue has been FIXED in the new V2 Chroma and the new White/Mercury version of the V2. Have a great day!

Something you forgot to realize and mention is that it’s razer and they’re competitive. A lot of their products are mostly focused on wired. Yes they do offer wireless but when it comes to the competitive field wired is the way to go no exchanging of batteries and higher response time…

I switched to the Wolverine Ultimate after I had 2 XBox Elite controllers break in about a year or less. The Wolverine lasted almost 3x as long for me. While I have suspicions it may just be the cable, my Wolverine Ultimate died this morning after 2 years & 8 months of use, and I ordered this one (V2 Chroma) to replace it. The deal breaker for me is the extra buttons. I LOVE the extra M1/M2 buttons on the front! I map them to take the place of pressing in on the sticks, and it makes for much better control with running toggle in FPS games. As for the added switches underneath, I use my ring and pinky fingers for them, which allows for more natural movement (have you tried this, Techne?), and I map the front 2 to replace the little menu buttons on top. I'm so used to using the extra buttons, especially the 2 on front, that no other controller is even an option for me anymore.

I didn’t like the middle paddles at first but once I got used to it I tried the elite controller and it didn’t feel right, my fingers would automatically go to the middle looking for the paddles

As someone that has been playing video games since colecovision, intellivision and the atari 2600 days, I have used nearly every controller for every console that you can think of. I have to say, Microsoft took a controller that I really enjoyed (Dreamcast) and really improved upon it. Just got a Series X a handful of months ago and it really is a dream in your hands. Factor in the design lab that allowed me to give an Xbox controller a really old school look (I took inspiration from the old NES controller and the orange triggers from NES peripherals) I think that Microsoft have a really good understanding what many gamers want in a controller. The only negative, aside from the obvious need for batteries (which you can resolve easily) is the placement of the share button. During intense moments, in game, I find my giant man mittens mashing it harder than Gail the Snail did Frank Reynolds.

The point of the spacing of the back buttons is that you don't rest your fingers on the buttons. Your fingers hold the controller. You reach to push the buttons without losing grip. Just like you would with the face buttons. My hands get tired using the Elite because my fingers I would normally use to hold the controller are resting on paddles. So maybe they should address that in the manual.

you're becoming my favorite reviewer man!! you keep it real and authentic with positive vibes, love it!

Appreciate the review Techne but I aren't too sure whether or not this controller is aimed at you; the only reason I can think of someone complaining about a wired controller and having to stretch a finger to a position they're not used to is due to the games they play and the manner they play them in. A person who is hell bent on being the best they can be will buy this controller because it helps them in that competitive environment, and if they have to learn to adjust thumbstick positions and/or paddle placement then they'll do that. This controller will be by far and away superior to the elite series 2, I have the Wolverine V2 and the build quality is more robust, it's more ergonomic in the hand and the thumbstick tension is nailed on. The Microsoft Xbox controller is great and suits casual gaming perfectly, but people will always search for something that will offer them whatever competitive edge they seek, and that's what this and other variants of the stock controller provides. If the series 2 elite is retailing at 150 in the US and this is matching that price then given the issues with series 2 models this seems nothing short of a bargain

I have the regular V2 and I love it. I got it for $50 on Amazon. I agree with you that the price point is off. The regular Wolverine V2 should be $60 and the new one should be $119 max. Maybe even $99.

I got the v1 and it's stinkin awesome and still works! I've had it for years and it still works great.

review the Razer Wolverine Tournament Edition controller, its the best pro controller in my opinion, built like a tank too

As soon as this man used his pointer fingers on the paddles I had to call it

Just picked this controller up yesterday from Best Buy. Personally and I've used the regular V2 model....I absolutely love how it feels in my hands. It's actually almost perfect. What kills it for me is the damn back buttons. I'm not sure why Razer is so hell bent on using this design. The Wolverine Tournament edition for Xbox has the design similar to the Turtle Beach Recon which is perfect. I'd love for them to release a version of this controller with it's shape and those back buttons. Wireless would be nice but on all honesty what 3rd party company makes those for Xbox anyhow?

Dang Techne.... we might have to join the same support group for Xbox controller collecting addiction... I'd say we're just chasing the ultimate experience. Yeah, let's just go with that.

You can argue that the elite 2 is better but with all those problem Microsoft controller have now with the unresponsive buttons it would be worth getting a controller that you know doesn’t have that problem(I have unresponsive buttons in all my controllers from Microsoft)

It seems like most controllers with the extra paddles never seem to get the ergonomics right.

Keep up the videos - it seems that every google search I do for a new product there is a Techne review - I am disappointed when there isn't.

If this just had buttons in the spot as the new scuf it'd be perfect

better waiting for elite series 3 controller ^^

Thank you so much for the video! I just wished you did some testing and mentioned the 3.5mm jack audio quality on the controller compared to a normal Xbox controller. Also, the normal v2 is a lot cheaper at the moment on Amazon so if you could review that one now I would be very grateful. Take care

If razer does what they did with their last generation of wolverine controllers and it is reliable i might buy it because ive had my wolverine tournament edition for almost 2 years now with only small problems like a bit of stick drift

I like the video, but im kinda over wired controllers (despite the advantages of wired vs wireless). Razer makes cool controllers but I already have the Wolverine TE, still works, and has my preferred ergonomics in regards to the extra button placement

I have this controller but when I play some games and need to click the left joy stick my keyboard menu pops up and blocks the screen and I can’t remap it

Microsoft does not allow third party controllers to have wireless capabilities. It’s not up to Razer, so there’s no point on complaining about 3rd party controllers not having wireless as a feature.

Any chance of including latency times in the reviews?

I would love this controller if the back buttons were just paddles like everything else.

their best controller is easily the wolverine tournament edition which is unfortunate because they stop selling those

I honestly wish they would have used the 2 larger buttons from the Wolverine Tournament Edition controller then that would have been perfect. I have the original V2 and it just feels perfect in hand but honestly hate the back buttons on the Wolverine Pro which is what they used here.

Alright, so I have been a console player for years. I just started playing on PC. Im finding it really difficult to get use to the mouse and keyboard. Thinking about buying this to help me to play on PC while using something familiar. Any ideas and feedback are welcomed. Thank you.

Like MOST of the other youtubers , you missed and IMPORTANT point (at least for me..) : There are NO trigger motors with this controller !! now I said it ! I hope you like only FPS.... because you can forget Forza.... this controller is "half baked" ...

Who else is watching and still has the cyberpunk controller to this day? I do but my sticks for some reason both spin if I slide my thumb wrong

Other than just the common usb-c and new RGB lighting design, What's the difference between chroma and the original ultimate wolverine?

Not a fan of the bottom/back layout, prefer Scufs prestige back paddle system and those extra two button next to the triggers on the Razer Wolverine V2... Who can press them in the heat of things really?! Scuff Instinct better have good QA cuz it's the one I'm eyeing, back button placement looks perfect.

Would you say this controller would be worth it on sale for $100??

Can’t use wireless series x controllers on my pc as it causes BSOD. Wired controllers though are fine so this might be a good choice for ne

This controller needs to be plugged in to use?

Get longer fingers lol.... I love this controller... I love my Razer Ultimate Wolverine too. Both solid controllers.... Elite's break too fast for me. i'm gonna try battle beavers soon.

I got one of these for Christmas from my wife. I love the way this looks. I love the hand fit. I love clicky buttons...... I want to love the controller but I can't. I try to find ways to love it but it falls short of being an item of love. The things I don't like. No auto for buttons, not a deal breaker but for 150 this seems like a basic thing to include. I can only remap the buttons to existing buttons... This is the deal breaker... Why would I need three "A" butttons?? Wtf. This would and could be the ULTIMATE pc controller if I could remap the buttons to all be unique. Like seriously who was the project manager who thought "we need a dozen extra buttons, but let's not make unique io maps for each". So the net effect is "same buttons but now with more locations!!!". Dumb. Lastly, the start/select button locations are inconvenient. The thumb distance isn't an issue for me as I have long thumbs but for the start/select its awkward. I guess another gripe is the bottom extra triggers end up being disabled by me be I accidentally hit them randomly. End of review : I would not buy.

I had 3 elite 2 controllers, TRASH. How long will this last? Please at least a year with no problems and heavy playing. Who all here has had theirs that long?

The controller at 0:17 is dope! Where can one get one like that?

You're not suppose to press the remapable buttons with your index fingers, your suppose to use them with your middle finger. That's why it hurts. I have no problem with the controller , by FAR the best controller on the market highly recommend it if you take gaming seriously

Pleaseeeeeee do a PowerA fusion pro review! Iove your content

Can you play this wirelessly or does it have to be plugged in while playing?

I bought a wolverine v2 and the analogs had zero resistance and felt too loose making it where I just had no feel for my aiming and movement, if this controller has better default thumb stick tension I'd buy it in a heartbeat

if you used your controllers more instead of hanging them on the wall you would quickly change your opinion on elite 2 controller, durability is HUGE with elite controllers

I don’t get why they didn’t use the mechanical switches on the most important buttons.. IN THE BACK?! I think they should’ve definitely made the back buttons mechanical..

Do you know what the polling rate is

Don't buy this if you use LB and LT often together. They will get stuck and jam because of how it's created. I was so hyped until I found out about that issue.

I really wish RU-vidrs would stop recommending the Elite controller. They WILL break on you. Every single one. Not acceptable for a £160 controller.

Questions Can this controller uses KontrolFreek??

i got this controller for $100. The elite series 2 cannot compete with this one, duribility wise. I broke 4 of them bumpers every time. They double click or dont register my clicks! 4 controllers! love the feel of the elite series 2. But i can get used to any controller personally. I prefer 4 paddles instead of face buttons. This controller has basically 6 "Paddles" if you will. you cant beat that. Reviews online have proven to me personally this is waaaay more durible than the elite series 2. I even got a 2 year warrenty on the razer one. Elite series 2 WILL BREAK ON YOU the controller is amazing but has SEVERE DURIBILITY issues. I broke 4 3 of which were sent to me by microsoft directly from warrenty for free. They only lasted a few months each. NEVER broke a controller and i have been gaming my whole life! i could pull out a xbox 360 controller from when i was younger they all work. NOT THE ELITE SERIES 2 they break just from you using them. Elite series 2 would be my favorite controller ever. BUT THEY JUST KEEP BREAKING ON ME PERSONALLY. I have the series 1 elite. NEVER broke on me, YEARS after i bought it. i recommend you go and get that one for a better price If you can find one that is not used! OR get the Chroma v2

Wolverine tournament editios is beast

Need a new controller and Hunting the vids . I go through two a year just on Gtav alone . Should I get this I need quality and longevity over flashy lights and gimmicks like vibration etc .

The Microsoft Elite V2 is $149 right now, so now which one haha.

Hey if anyone knows the answer to this that would be great: Can kontrol freeks fit on these joysticks?

I own the original v2, I wish it came with a detachable cable, because if it breaks.. it's worthless

I was gonna say like $55 for the Turtle Beach takes everybody else school and back... with pricing

Can it be used wirelessly?

What’s the best for a battle royal game with good performance ?

My, Techne.... what large hands you have.

i think u might like the non chroma version

I mean for pc players this controller isn’t bad, but for players like me who play on tv, this controller is extremely inconvenient since it is not wireless

I’m getting used to the XBOX controller but coming from PlayStation I am having trouble adjusting to the sticks being in different locations. I saw the thrustmaster was swappable but it looks kinda trash other than that.

Why do they keep doing trash paddle placement. The wildcat did it best

Wired controllers in 2021,for real?!

What was that review man! i like your stuff but damn you didnt even review the control fully. You forgot about the trigger stoppers/compare them to other controllers, grip, on the app it had something about thunbstick sens, you missed alot. Also to compare the turtlebeach control didnt make sens. Nowhere near the same level of controller for a elite gamer. review the Wolverine ultime v2 please.

Will you be doing a Scuf Instinct Pro review?

I bought the Razer Wolverine V2 for $68 at Best Buy. The grips are awesome and not having to worry about batteries and all makes it great. Seriously don’t think this new Chroma version is worth $150. For me, the only function I would consider an usable upgrade would be the ability to swap out the joysticks.

The fact that this controller was $150 at launch, whereas the v3 is only $99, just shows how overpriced it truly was.

So can the lights change with the razer software?

Wait, so it is wired?

the front design is good, and back middle button really sucks, therefore Im not consider to buy this one

Feels like your paying for the name on this one. Another STINKIN GREAT VID!!!

Hi Techne, I cant seem to send a comment on my other account as this is my school account. I watched this video in the moring instead of checking my emails and i did not see your email about winning the Stinkin Cozy Custom Keyboard + extras Krazllvan. I just wanted to try to reach out to you today as it has been 2 days already as I need a new kb really bad and when i get home I will attempt to contact you on my other account

Why…. Why would they ruin it with that horrible placement of back buttons……

i wouldn't pay for any of these controllers ever again they are all designed to break Had a razor wolverine tournament edition buttons on the face went Elit 1 bumpers Elite 1 triggers Elite 2 buttons and paddles Elite 2 bumpers and ...out of the box ! The back paddles didnt have enough of a curve to make a click they just touch the sodes of the controller and wouldnt make a good contact Hands down the best controller i have purchased no bs £35 Powera Spectra infinity enhanced controller Trigger stops 2 remapped BUTTONS!! not paddles Colours if ur into it Feels great in the hands And has a nice clickyness to it Share button And some weird party / game thing on it which i dont use headsets wireless Works a treat EASY to replace Only issue is its wired however its firmly in place the connection is inside as u put the cable the cable fits snug into its own housing which holds the connection in place it cant move unless u pull it out And u can just go get another 1 if something does go wrong The amount u pay for a controller like this or a elite of a scuff U could buy 3 to 4 of these and they last u 2 to 4 years depending on the torture it goes through Which is more than i can say for any of these controllers in my personal experience The only product i think deserves ur money and again this is just me is the headset U need decent sound even then its up for debate For me a purchase could cost around 230? 250? Depending on the head set For u guys ur looking at 300 a year plus the headset what 500 ?? 600?? Trust me controllers are not worth it if none of those problems arise .... I bet u its stick drift ... if ur lucky enough to avoid all of that give it another few months garunteed u need another 1 or ull be trying to open it up to repair it Bare Basic soldering set £25 These things are designed to break its about value for money as a consumer its not in there best interest to give u a garunteed durable product Sorry dont mean to sheit on anyone but seriously all this stuff anything over £60 not worth it

Back buttons absolutely do not need to be redesigned. They are absolutely optimal for me

It’s about the input delay, Razer one has 10ms

It’s not a complaint if the ergonomics are off on the controller. That’s the most important part of a controller. It needs to be comfortable and usable for however long you want to use it for. Having to reach or “stretch” to be able to reach the back buttons is unacceptable. Especially for $150. Great review.

Huge shame Xbox wireless is not on third party controllers

In your opinion what's better this controller or the elite 2

NOPE! Had the Wolverine tournament and regretted buying it. It felt like a cheap controller you buy out of a bargain bin... it was that bad. Felt cheap, creaked in my hands and buttons would stick. Hopefully they do better on this one but Id never buy a razor controller again. I wouldnt even give that one I had to someone or sell it to some poor sap. PLUS clicky doesnt make a good controller. Who wants to hear a bunch of clicking in party chat? If you wanna spend $200 dollars get a ELITE or SKUFF. ELITE V2 are having problems with bumpers too so keep that in mind. Own one of those too.

Why so clicky thou

Razer things are all overprice. Never stop being that way.

Back buttons are bad

your finger is not used to reach so far anywhere so you will feel your muscle pulling if you go to the gym do you also complain so much ? there is NOTHING WRONG RAZOR this guy likes complaining

NO controller is worth 150$ when the sticks are gonna drift one way or another, EVERYTHING else is gimmick until they make durable enough sticks that last a consoles lifespan without having to babysit it.

I like the back buttons. Its not Razors fault that you have girl hands

Ordered it right away when it released.. I have the original Wolverine V2. But chroma with extra buttons? Pfft, I’m getting it.

I have the older version of this controller and I love it. Those top buttons are the feature for me. The ones on the back I dont use much but I like how theyre inbound far enough I can hold it tight unlike the Elite controller with the levers installed. I still use an Elite when using the TV to game and need that wireless but I miss those top buttons every time I pick it up. Im gonna wait till this goes on sale and grab one.

Great review, but disagree with you regarding the buttons under the controller. Ive used an Elite and hated how close their flimsy paddles were to the sides and kept hitting them in sweaty moments of battle. The Razer underside buttons are greatly positioned so as not to be accidently bumped. You get use to their position after you've gamed with them. Owned 2 razer Wolverine controllers and have just purchased the Chroma V2.

When I played controller I had an xbox razer ultimate tournament edition and it was awesome! I loved the extra bumpers.

Nice, but for now I think I will stick to my Wolwerine Tournament Edition, I like the placing of the paddles better.

Not sure why Logitech hasn’t got into the pro controller ring. I’m sure it would kill in sales for them. Especially if it worked natively with their software on pc.

Went through 2 Elite 2 and 2 was enough for me. The only reason I used the underside paddles was because the RB and LB buttons kept failing on the Elite 2. One reason I bought the Wolverine V2 Chroma was for the buttons (which all feel amazing and WORK) and the fact that I can use two RB or LB buttons made me even happier.

Tell me you never heard of a competitive gaming brand without telling me you never heard of a competitive gaming brand.

It was just on sale for prime day got it for like 95 bucks .I like it a lot

You're not supposed to be using your pointer fingers for the top buttons, it's your middle and ring fingers.

Best controller I’ve used. The buttons on top of the controller are a game changer when playing a game like fortnite. No other controller like it. Which is unfortunate because of the price. That and the placement of the back buttons are the only negative but imo they’re better placed than the elite controller. Highly recommend.