The rear paddle shifters are called SCUF for a reason. The company, now owned by Corsair, is the hallmark of professional managers. While they’ve been waiting, users have finally gotten their hands on customizable controls for PS5. AS WELL ASl SCUF Reflex is the evolution of professional controls.that, regardless of your level, they will increase your chances of winning the game in your battle royale favorite like Warzone.
We’ve had the opportunity to thoroughly test the new SCUF Reflex for PS5 in its custom FPS model, and it’s certainly a great evolution of the PS4 Impact model. And again the company use PS5 DualSense to add new features and customizationoffering an extra step that PS5 users currently don’t have.
And the first thing that stands out about the Impact is the outstanding construction of the SCUF Reflex. Not the usual tonic in custom elements, that in general the changes in the front panels are not of the same quality as the original ones. Here SCUF really puts meat on the grill, and it’s true that the Reflex FPS is noticeable to the touch, even, more reliable than Sony original. If it’s true that this Reflex FPS, being personalized, I include grab rubberized back that gives the controller more density and makes it more durable (and non-slip):
But let’s start from the very beginning: there are three fundamental differences between the original PS5 controller and the SCUF Reflex: instantaneous responses to the R1 / L1 and R2 / L2 buttons (similar to a mouse click), ideal for shooter, four rear buttons/levers reassignable With the ability to switch between three profiles and sticks hot swappable. The latter with the ability to change not only the appearance (concave / convex), but also the height or diameter. Although the company also offers the option of eliminating the vibration motors to lighten the weight of the controller. Since this is one of the main features of DualSense, we decided to keep it, although it is possible.
SCUF Reflex: controller 100% personalized for each player
In fact, one of the strengths and most important innovations of SCUF Reflex, which was included relatively recently, was the customization options. SCUF now allows, unlike the release, to configure each of the controller components. From the appearance and design of the controller, including the front plate, touchpad or buttons to the possibility of adding non-slip gripsthe color and behavior of the triggers or the bottom plate or the stick rings themselves.
Of course, customization must be done when purchasing the controller, as at this time you will not be able to purchase additional custom components after receiving the controller. However, if the company keeps the same options as with previous models, this will become possible in the future. Logically, each custom component adds additional cost to the command, and here the limit is set by the user.
The process of setting up the controller is very simple, and during the purchase process, we can change various parameters of the controller:
The operation of the SCUF Reflex is identical to the DualSense because it is in fact nothing more than a customized and modified DualSense. This means that your connection to the console is simple: just plug in the cable, update the controller and you’re done. But that also assumes there are no options on the console. Unlike the Xbox Elite, here we don’t have an app on the console or options to customize the controller, and the truth is that the customizable rear arms are manually configured through the controller itself.
The combination of triggers, levers and sticks: the cornerstone of the SCUF Reflex
It’s very simple and it only requires pressing the dedicated button, pressing the selected lever and at the same time pressing the trigger/button we want reassign. Smart. The controller comes with three default profiles stored in its memory, with the most common stick configurations being blue for FPS, red for sports, and green for racing.
However, we can reassign them however we like and assign, for example, profile for each game: for example, one for Warzone, one for Apex and one for Battlefield. Again, it all depends on the user. And by the way, we can choose whether we have two or four rear levers, or even one. Maybe delete and put the user alone, and to delete them you just need to pull them.
The action of the levers is fast, and depending on what kind of games, the response time is greatly increased. However, if you are not a good gamer, this controller will not make you a pro, but it will help you a lot. In fact, in games like Warzone, having rear joysticks to be able to do slide cancel or jumping while shooting without taking your fingers off the sticks will radically change the way you play.
However, a word of warning to navigators: playing with the SCUF controller takes time (long in some cases) to get used to. muscle memory must re-learn that back buttons exist which you haven’t had so far, so you’ll have to get used to it. And the time will depend on each player. This is the most important aspect to consider, as it won’t make you a professional player overnight, if at all.
Interchangeable joysticks are another big advantage of the SCUF. It allows you to change not only the type of stick from concave to convex, but also its height. You can also enable mixed configurations, the right one is short and concave, while the left one is long and convex. This is the best setting for FPS, but you have to know what you are doing. That is, the installation of a longer stick means that we have a longer journey through stick and that the movements are slower, then it will be necessary to increase the sensitivity in the game.
This is a very personal section and everyone will have to change the configuration and layout of the controls to adapt them to their game.
SCUF Reflex FPS: is it worth it?
On paper, yes, a lot. Playing with a SCUF controller completely changes the dynamics of many games, especially FPS. However, this will depend on the user. Getting used to the rear joystick system is not for everyone, and the same goes for the momentary actuation system. SCUF Reflex is the best controller for PS5, with no other way to outshine it in terms of build quality, performance and features. Nonetheless, his senior but this is the price.
If you want a fully personalized model, in each of its sections, the price of the controller soars almost to the price of the PS5 in its digital version. The base model, without customization, is more accessible and acceptable, but also it’s expensive compared to a standard controller or even with its Xbox alternative, the Elite 2. The controller can be used on both PS5 and PC, and it’s by far the best alternative on the market, but each user will have to weigh if it’s worth the price.
What we can say is that with the SCUF controller and after the transition period is over, your games will level up. D in many competitive games you will have an edge over others that only a SCUF type controller offers.. This is the model used by professionals for a reason.
The SCUF Reflex is a special controller that can only be purchased from the official SCUF store and is unique to each user.
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