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Turtle Beach - Afterglow Wave Wired RGB Gaming Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One & Windows 10/11 PC - Grey
Average customer rating
4.6
(25 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 25 reviews
5 Stars
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Customer Reviews for Turtle Beach - Afterglow Wave Wired RGB Gaming Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One & Windows 10/11 PC - Grey
Customer Rating
5
such a cool looking controller!
on May 15, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is such a fun controller! My first wired controller but looks the coolest. I love how ergonomic friendly it is and the buttons were super smooth. I hooked it up to my boyfriend’s console and we immediately started playing games. The light up function is also very aesthetically pleasing and now I’m going to have to get a second one so my boyfriend can have one too. You can customize this by downloading the companion app.
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Customer Rating
5
Great controller
on May 17, 2025
Posted by: andibell222_9864
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the long cord it this comes with. It fits great in my hand is easy to hold . My teenage has been using this and it has held up to her clumsiness. We do not have any drift issues that we do with our switch controllers which is awesome. It looks great and plays better. Would definitely recommend.
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Customer Rating
5
Great
on May 19, 2025
Posted by: joannerrf_4822
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like how easy this is to use- you just plug it in and play. It lights up and the colors are nice and not tacky at all. It has a very high quality grip too.
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Customer Rating
3
Cool Lights, But Tethered by a Wire
on May 26, 2025
Posted by: lizac38_4395
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was genuinely excited to get my hands on the Turtle Beach Afterglow Wave Xbox controller. The RGB lighting is undeniably eye-catching, and the customizable options via the PDP Control Hub app add a nice touch. The inclusion of programmable back buttons is a feature I didn't expect at this price point, and they work well for quick in-game actions.
However, the wired nature of this controller feels outdated in today's wireless world. The 10-foot USB-C cable is generous, but it still limits mobility and adds clutter. Additionally, the build quality leaves something to be desired; the buttons and triggers feel stiff, and the D-pad lacks the tactile feedback found in official Xbox controllers.
While the Afterglow Wave offers some appealing features for its price, the lack of wireless capability and subpar build quality are significant drawbacks. It's a decent budget option if you're okay with wires and can overlook the stiffness, but it doesn't quite meet the standards set by other controllers in the same price range.
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Customer Rating
3
Solid choice at a low price.
on May 29, 2025
Posted by: izhouston__6831
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Looks awesome with the RGB lighting and has great customization features like mappable buttons and trigger sensitivity. However, the wired setup feels limiting, and the controller is a bit bulky for long sessions. Still solid for casual gaming.
Thanks to Influenster for sending this free for my honest review
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Customer Rating
4
Cool wired controller
on June 1, 2025
Posted by: norak24_9203
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great controller! It works fine. I just wish it had the ability to be wireless instead of only wired. The lights are cool. It looks great.
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Customer Rating
4
Cool Design, But Not the Best Fit in Hand
on June 5, 2025
Posted by: toanv_3590
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently tried the Turtle Beach XB Afterglow Wave Wired Controller, and it’s okay overall. The sound passthrough and audio features are solid, and the RGB lighting on the controller looks awesome - it definitely stands out visually. I also liked the overall button responsiveness and the customization features through the Control Hub app. But for me, the controller didn’t sit quite right in my hands. After a while, it started to feel a bit awkward, even after trying to adjust my grip. The textured grip helps, but the shape just didn’t work for me long-term. It’s not a bad controller at all - great performance - but the fit was a personal miss. I received this product for free from Influenster in exchange for my honest review.
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Customer Rating
5
Customization and style
on June 6, 2025
Posted by: michaelf70_1598
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This controller is an excellent choice for gamers looking for a customizable and budget-friendly option. It includes two remappable back buttons as well as textured triggers which are especially helpful in shooter games. It also comes with a 10-ft cable which makes it a convenient option for both console and pc gaming. There is no setup required, just plug and play.
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