Turtle Beach Announces Stealth Ultra II High-Performance Premium Wireless Controller

Turtle Beach has announced its Stealth Ultra II controller, capable of up to 8K polling rates wired, up to 1K polling rates wirelessly, and up to 34 hours of use in ECO mode. The follow-up to the original Stealth Ultra is slated to launch on November 12, with pre-orders now open for $199.99. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 4.2 for consoles, Smart T.V.s, PC, and Android, with wired USB, compatible with XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and Windows 10/11 PCs; the controller weighs 322g/0.71 lbs. A touchscreen allows for button mapping and other options, while an app enables further user customizations.

“The Connected Command Touch Screen provides instant access to controller settings, while the Swarm II™ app unlocks deeper customization. Anti-Drift™ TMR thumbsticks, GateShift analog stick profiles, tactile microswitch buttons, four mappable back buttons, and adjustable trigger stops built to fit your playing style.”

– Turtle Beach

Features:

• Connected Command Display for Extensive Settings Adjustments
• Bluetooth® Connectivity for Android mobile devices and Smart TVs
• AntiDrift™ TMR thumbsticks for Lightning-Fast Control & Precision
• GateShift Technology with Three Selectable Analog Stick Gate Profiles
• Enjoy up to 12 hours of playtime out of the box and extend up to 34 hours by enabling Eco power modes
• Tactile Microswitch Buttons and Adjustable Trigger Stops for Faster, More Reliable Response
• Four Mappable Quick-Action Buttons plus Pro-Aim™ Focus Mode
• Advanced Audio Tuning with Superhuman Hearing®
• RGB Lighting System
• Durable, Hard-Shell Case with Charge-Through Capability

Turtle Beach states that a charged battery can last up to 10 hours under full use, 18 hours in balanced mode, and an impressive 34 hours of use in ECO mode. The Stealth Ultra II also comes with a color-matching travel case for the premium-priced controller. It may not be for everyone due to the higher cost, but Turtle Beach’s latest controller has an impressive battery life, a wide array of buttons, and customization options for gamers who demand the best. The good news is that despite there still being some sticker shock, the price remains the same as with the 2023 original, which, given current trends in the industry, is a bit of a surprise.

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