Razer Onza

Can this improve on the Microsoft offering?

Programmable buttons, ability to stiffen joysticks, rubberised coating, only available for Xbox 360

The additions of the extra buttons, the stiffening options, and the build quality means this is likely to be a must for any gamer who is more than just casual

The additions of the extra buttons, the stiffening options, and the build quality means this is likely to be a must for any gamer who is more than just casual

The Xbox 360 has been around for some time with gamers fairly happy with the performance of the included controllers. So what makes gaming peripheral maker, Razer, believe it has the answer with the Razer Onza? We got hands-on at CES in Las Vegas to...

Programmable buttons, ability to stiffen joysticks, rubberised coating, only available for Xbox 360

Do you really need the extra buttons? Green LED looks chavvy

The additions of the extra buttons, the stiffening options, and the build quality means this is likely to be a must for any gamer who is more than just casual

Expensive, but customisation makes this a near-essential shooting controller

This is the best third party controller we've played on the Xbox 360. The analogue sticks are a revelation and with added customisation on offer and a much better grip, it's a definite experience upgrade on the standard controller. However, it's not...

An undeniable value, the Onza TE is recommended whether you're a seasoned fragger or casual gamer.

Fantastic ergonomics and balanced heft. Mechanical switches under ABXY make for some great button mashing action. Super long 15-foot cable. PC compatible. Backlit buttons perfect for darkroom gaming. D-pad is divided into four distinct sections, giving...

Slightly awkward placement of remapped “start” and “back” buttons

A gamepad packed with nifty features

Great D-ad ; Ergonomic design ; On the fly re-calibration ; Glowing buttons for gaming in the dark

Exensive ; Not wireless

Ask any PC gamer about Razer accessories and the response will almost always be praise for the company's high-quality performance products. While Razer has previously remained strictly a manufacturer of PC components, 2011 is looking like a different...

The Razer Onza Tournament Edition is a high-quality third-party Xbox 360 controller with adjustable tension analog sticks, Hyperesponse light-up face buttons, two customizable extra shoulder buttons, and an extra-long braided 15-foot wire

The D-pad is a bit clumsy, especially for fans of fighting games. We don't love wired controllers, but there's no way around Microsoft's licensing

With its bevy of forward-thinking features and customization options, the Razer Onza Tournament Edition is easily one of the best third-party Xbox 360 controllers we've ever used.

These days, nearly all gamepads feature force feedback and the same number of buttons in roughly the same place, so it's hard to stand out from the crowd. The Razer Onza Tournament Edition takes an unusual path to distinction: rather than loading the...

Long, precise analog sticks with tension control, two extra, mappable shoulder buttons, backlit, responsive buttons, non-slip surface, relatively inexpensive

Some critics dislike the redesigned D-pad, no wireless option, several reports of malfunctioning units

Razer unleashes the Onza, an Xbox 360 controller with style.

If you're after a new 360 controller or a gaming controller for your PC, the Razer Onza Tournament Edition definitely should be on your list. It's something I would suggest trying before buying, though, if you have the opportunity.

Award: Editors' Choice

It was back at Tokyo Game Show 2010 when we got our first look at the Razer Onza Tournament Edition (TE). With the little time we had with it, we were already able to get a basic and quite positive feel of the controller. Unfortunately, the limited...

Comfortable ; Well Built ; Excellent Performance / Features

A bit more grip would be nice

Being the first console oriented product from Razer the Onza and Onza TE will set Razer's position in the console market and, from our perspective, they have put themselves into a good starting position. Essentially, Razer has managed to meet most of...

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Mechanical actuators ; Adjustable tension on the analog sticks ; Rubberized texture ; Backlit buttons ; Extended triggers ; Very long 15ft. braided cord ; Retains comfort after extended play

Sometimes irritating directional pad ; Corded instead of wireless

To sum it up informally, Razer's Onza TE is simply awesome. Razer listened to gamers once again, and again we have a superior alternative product in the overly populated sub-par peripheral market. The adjustable sticks won us over with ease. The option...

When I preordered this product in March 2011, I was completely stoked. I ordered 2 and received a free hat. With all of the great PC gaming products and reviews from friends/coworkers, I was also looking to try out a new product for my business to sell...

Pros ; For the month that they worked, the controllers responded fast, felt great in my hand, clicked great

Cons ; HORRIBLE QUALITY! THEY BROKE AFTER A MONTH OF USE! REPLACEMENTS BREAK THE SAME WAY ; To be more specific: the poorly constructed joysticks fail and cause movement even when the controller is not being used

If you live in a rather dust free environment, and cleans your controller constantly (i doubt anyone does), and can ensure that you'll never drop the controller, you should get it because it would improve your game. Guess I'll ditch this and go back to...

A proper FPS controller. Once you get used to the controller, it would definitely improve your game

Very unreliable ; Less then 6 months of use, only during weekends ; I'm on my 2nd set and its already giving up on me. The LT is very on/off and as a FPS controller, this hinders the ADS which spoilt my game way more than I think it should ; Also the...

I bought this controller 1 week ago. After only a week of using it, the left analog stick wore out and broke. So I took it back and got a new one. After playing Gears 3 for a couple hours, the left bumper started activating the A button AND the ......

Feels great in your hands ; The face buttons are fantastic and feel like clicking a mouse ; Very stylish ; Fantastic Triggers ; The multifunction buttons are a cool idea

It breaks VERY quickly

It has its bonuses but also its bad points.

Great design, The backlit hyper response buttons were a fantastic idea. The triggers although they took a while to get used to I consider much better than the normal triggers of the xbox control. The remapable buttons are good although i dont use them as

Breaks way too easy. I am on my second control in two weeks with the first having a fault when you tapped y it acted like a double tap. the second has real trouble when I hold down the left stick to sprint, and i do NOT have the tension up at ALL. Awkward

It feels really nice in your hands, I love the adjustable analog sticks and the feel of all buttons. It gives you a real sense of confidence once you've pushed each button, and is great to look at. The texture is good too, if you're in for a ... Expand...

Feels great ; adjustable analog sticks are great, have heaps of different levels of adjustment ; all other buttons have less push distance, good for timing and accuracy ; Nice rubbery/plastic texture, nice for grip and playing for long periods of time ;

Too light, I like heavier controllers like the original Xbox ones, but that's just personal, and I'm getting used to it anyway

wish is had a bit more lighting on it.

no problems it works great for all my pc games having no problems what so ever plugged it in and it was ready to go still i see how it dose but so far its has not give me a problem

can't thank of any

When in proper order I found this controller to be much better than the MS 360 controller, however given its price and how soon it went into that good night I can't recommend it. A real shame given my initial glee.

D-pad worked great ; Responsive analog sticks ; Lightweight but not cheap feeling

After a few months of light usage the left analog stick started drifting horizontally rendering it unusable

Don't buy it until they improve the quality of work.

Design and idea are awesome ; Response time and buttons are great ; MFB's create a new aspect to the game ; Backlight and rubberized design look cool

Breaks after a month of light use ; Tech support is not helpful at all ; Poorly designed

Getting replacements, no so bad. If you stick with it, takes about a week. Razer usually just tells you to cut the cord at the base and send an image with the serial number and cut cord visible. No need to ship back. Once the cord is cut, they make a...

When the controller is working, pros are definitely the adjustable tension. Makes for some awesome precision aiming. I personally like the feel of the triggers, the programmable bumper is also great once you adjust to it being so close to the other...

POOR and I do mean POOR build quality. I am now working on what will be my 4TH replacement. First one - massive headset echo, left analog stick died after a couple months. Second one - Right analog stick started to drift on my after a 3 months. Third...

I have traditionally had great experiences with Razer's mice and headsets (I use a DeathAdder, Carcharias and Chimaera 5.1) but so far have had no luck with their keyboards and game pads. I will continue to support them when I can and need, but they...

Razer's support is second to none on this controller ; The first few times you use the controller after getting used to it

Everything else ; My first Onza TE had issues with the LT randomly not registering full squeezes and the out of the blue the tension on the RS went out completely ; My replacement from Razer had lasted about two months before this last weekend. All of...