Following my review of Terminator: Resistance, where I noted the adjustment from console gaming to PC with a mouse and keyboard, the arrival of the Stratus Duo from Steelseries piqued my interest. Could it effectively bridge the gap and replicate the console gaming experience on PC and mobile platforms?
The answer is affirmative. The Stratus Duo offers a seamless and immersive gaming experience. The controller’s ergonomic design ensures a comfortable grip, and input latency is virtually nonexistent, providing immediate in-game response. Supporting both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, toggled via a dedicated button, it utilizes a included Wi-Fi dongle to offload processing from your PC. This setup closely mirrors the responsiveness of console gaming. Furthermore, the battery life is substantial, delivering approximately 12 hours of continuous, intensive gaming, which is commendable. Charging is facilitated through USB, and the controller remains operational during the charging process.
The Stratus Duo extends its compatibility to smartphones (officially supporting Android; users seeking full iOS compatibility may consider Steelseries’ Nimbus). It also boasts official support for over 5000 Steam games, as well as VR applications, making it a highly versatile peripheral. While the price point may appear somewhat elevated, its build quality and broad device and connection support justify the investment.
For enhanced mobile gaming or remote play streaming from your PS4, the Smart Grip accessory presents an interesting option. Priced around a hundred kronor, it’s available exclusively through the SteelSeries web store. This attachment transforms the Stratus Duo into a genuinely portable gaming solution.
In conclusion, the Stratus Duo delivers on its promises, providing a responsive, comfortable, and well-built gaming experience with excellent battery performance. It earns a high recommendation and stands out as a worthwhile addition for gamers.
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