Microsoft

MICROSOFT Freestyle Pro Controller w/ Matt Hoffman Pro BMX

Name: MICROSOFT Freestyle Pro Controller w/ Matt Hoffman Pro BMX
Brand: Microsoft
SKU: B00006B7HF

Bottom line: The MICROSOFT Freestyle Pro Controller w/ Matt Hoffman Pro BMX is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the joysticks & game port category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Six on-pad buttons and two triggers

Cons

✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Ready for something revolutionary? How about a game controller that enables you to control the game activity by simply tilting in the direction you want to move? Nothing controls movement withing todays 3-D action games better than the fluid motion of the SideWinder Freestyle Pro. Sit, stand, weave and bob your way to victory. The SideWinder Freestyle Pro translates your body english into game movements for the ultimate immersive experience.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored MICROSOFT Freestyle Pro Controller w/ Matt Hoffman Pro BMX using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the joysticks & game port category. Microsoft's joysticks & game port lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for joysticks & game port of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

Hold the controller level, and just tilt it in the direction you need to move. Add extra control to your gameplay with your body English!
It also includes an 8-way D-pad that doubles as a hat switch when the motion sensors are on
Six on-pad buttons and two triggers
Connects through your USB port
Enjoy more ergonomic gameplay with the Matt Hoffman Pro BMX -- the hit BMX game that you'll play for hours!

Full Specifications

Brand	Microsoft
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	a17-00016
Power Source	Corded Electric
Compatibility	Switch
Button Quantity	8
Controller Type	Gamepad
Special Feature	Ergonomic
Hardware Platform	Pc
Compatible Devices	Windows
Additional Features	Ergonomic
Connectivity Technology	USB
Manufacturer Part Number	A17-00016
Global Trade Identification Number	00805529054325

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