The Nacon Evol-X Pro controller for Xbox marks the first time Ive been seriously disappointed in the brands hardware.

Problems are initially apparent when you hold the controller in your hands for the first time.

Other design issues come to light when actually playing with the Evol-X Pro.

Nacon Evol-X Pro

These problems did contribute to an unsatisfying play experience, despite the face and shoulder buttons feeling sturdy.

The controller is also available in three distinct colorways: standard black, carbon black and LED Pro.

But for me, they felt as uncomfortable to rest on as the controllers grips.

Nacon Evol-X Pro

Things do improve in other aspects of the controllers design, thankfully.

It just looks rather cheap and cobbled together.

Unfortunately, this isnt the case here.

Nacon Evol-X Pro

With the Evol-X Pro, the overall cheap-feeling design extends to its modules and in turn their overall performance.

The controllers analog sticks feel a touch too sensitive.

The triggers, meanwhile, feel very mushy when pressed inwards.

Should I buy the Nacon Evol-X Pro controller?

Still, its among the cheapest officially-licensed Xbox controllers you’re able to buy today.