The good commercial approach of Turtle Beach allowed them to close the purchase of PDPa company specialized in controls and peripherals. Precisely at that time, the manufacturer had marketed its ‘Victrix Pro BFG’, a professional controller that gained some fame thanks to its modular system. The difference here was that the left joystick and D-pad, as well as the right joystick and front buttons, were mounted on removable modules that could be inverted to go from a symmetrical to an asymmetrical arrangement.
The Reloaded version
Now that we know a little about his past, it is worth noting that the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded It is an improved version of that original Victrix Pro BFG released in 2023, but it incorporates some new features while retains its modularity and ergonomics. We’ve had weeks to test the PC version, but the controller is also available in Xbox/PC and PS/PC configurations. In each of them it includes the essential joysticks and Hall effect triggerswhich allow many customization options.
An old acquaintance with professional genetics
It makes sense to start there, because this new ‘Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded’, now under the Turtle Beach umbrella, maintains the hallmarks of the original. It offers four programmable rear buttons, stops for the main triggers and analog joysticks with Hall effect sensors, a technology that helps reduce internal wear and the dreaded “drift”.
There are three interchangeable parts on the crosshead, designed to emulate the typical response of other controlsplus a kind of middle ground that mixes configurations. They can be attached and removed in seconds, without having to go crazy. Changing between parts is done with the precision screwdriver that comes in the box. It’s easy and clean, although you have to be careful with the small screws. It is also includes an octagonal housing for the sticksvery useful if you need a clear perception of the eight directions, whether in fighting games or arcade games.
The package also includes two spare joysticks. One replicates the standard 5mm height and the other goes up to 12mm. This second is very comfortable if you come from the world of fighting controllers or if you prefer a higher stick to fine-tune your aim in first-person shooters.
Design, ergonomics and specifications
In practice, the ‘Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded’ has strong manufacturing values and conveys good general sensationsfrom a generous grip with marked curves on the handles to a surface designed to provide the greatest comfort during long sessions.
In figures we are talking about an approximate weight of 265 g and dimensions close to 160 x 105 x 60 mm. The compatibility of this PC Edition covers Windows 10 and 11 and Steam Deck (other variants of the controller add native support for Xbox and PlayStation consoles). In connectivity, the controller offers wireless connection via 2.4 GHz dongle and wired use via USB C. At the bottom it includes a 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack for voice chat or direct audio from the controller. The internal battery is around twenty hours of wireless use and the range is around nine meters.
Trackpad and hybrid controls in the PC Edition
The big difference of this version compared to the console variants is in the Model-exclusive integrated touch trackpad. This front panel works as a small “mouse” designed to move around the desktop, interact in games or manage the Steam interface.
In addition, the PC Edition allows you to assign keyboard and mouse inputs to the rear buttons and other elements of the controller, making it possible to configure very useful shortcuts. Everything is configured from the application Victrix Control Hubavailable on Windows, which also serves to adjust dead zones, trigger response, audio equalization, and full profiles.
In contrast to that functional trackpad, this PC Edition It does not come standard with the six-button fightpad modulewhich is sold separately for about twenty euros. So if you want to replicate the experience closest to a specialized arcade fighting controller you will have to add that cost.
Performance and polling rate
One of the common criticisms of the Reloaded console model was the 125Hz polling rate, similar to that of a standard Xbox controller. On PC, the outlook improves since it works at 1,000 Hz via cable, a figure that places this controller at the level of other proposals designed for competitive gaming.
In wireless, the brand talks about low latency without further ado and in practice, its operation is established in these terms as long as the dongle has a decent position on the computer or laptop. The jump is not as radical as in cable mode, but The experience is perfectly valid for professional use. The controller also maintains the vibration that came with the Reloaded range, an important feature compared to the first Pro BFG, although it still does not incorporate a gyroscope. For PC this does not affect as much as on consoles, but it limits some configurations that rely on motion aiming.
Designed to enjoy on PC
For the general PC public that requires a reliable, complete, customizable controller prepared to endure many hours, the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded (PC Edition) is a very serious option, almost a “controller for the entire generation”. In terms of construction, mounting options and computer-friendly features, this model sits in the high-end segment on its own merits.