Gaming accessory maker PowerA has just unveiled the OPS v1 and OPS v3 Pro, two new controllers aimed at PC and cloud gaming. Both are part of a new “overpowered” series of PC-compatible controllers.
The PowerA OPS v1 Wireless Controller is the more affordable of the pair, retailing for $49.99. It offers a low-latency 2.4GHz wireless connection via USB adapter, alongside Bluetooth support and wired play via an included 10ft / 3m USB-C cable. While the overall design looks fairly standard, it does offer some more advanced features, including Hall-effect thumbsticks and triggers, customizable trigger locks, a programmable turbo button, four remappable inputs, and a 20-hour battery life.
The PowerA OPS v3 Pro Wireless Controller is considerably more expensive at $99.99, and offers all the features of the OPS v1 plus a slew of welcome additions. For example, it adopts more tactile mechanical switches on its D-pad, face buttons, and shoulder buttons. The thumbsticks can also be adjusted in height between three levels without the need for any additional parts or tools.
It also features two additional reprogrammable buttons (bringing the total to six), eye-catching multi-zone RGB lighting, and a battery life that’s been extended to 30 hours. Like other high-end wireless controllers, the OPS v3 Pro comes with a charging stand. Pre-orders for both models are available now, with shipping expected next month.
All things considered, the OPS v1 and OPS v3 Pro seem like compelling options for PC gamers in the market for a new controller. Only time will tell if either of these rank among the best PC controllers available, but they do face stiff competition from the GameSir T4 Kaleid, which offers similar features to the OPS v1 at a slightly more affordable price, and high-end favorites like the Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra.
