Collective Minds Strike Pack Horizon M.O.D. Pack – Precision Paddle Controller Mod compatible with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, App-Enhanced Gaming with Anti-Recoil M.O.D.s, and Effortless Control

Here is my honest thoughts about this.Layout: The the Dominator's button location is a little bit of a weird position and kind of hard to use and how you have to press it. For me and my hands at least and I've been told i have large hands. But i highly recommend getting the eliminator instead just for the simple fact that the buttons are in a rather natural hand/finger placements. Easiest way to map the paddles/buttons is to hook it up to your laptop/computer and do it from there. Pretty simple once you get the hang of it. Paddles do feel kind of cheapish but i didn't expect something high grade. But comparing to buying a $200 elite series 2 controller that has its own flaws (Stick drift, Buttons sticking, etc) This is a wonderful cheaper alternative and in my opinion it works just as well. but again i would go with the eliminator and not dominator.Mods: Yes they work and they work as intended. I know a lot of people "Say" they don't use them but lets be honest. But you really need to pay attention how to navigate through it. I've seen where people say they don't work but really its something you have to understand and take time learning how to modify and reading the instructions given to you because it will explain. Its not something you just hook up and go (it can be once you set it up the way you like it.). If the strike pack is NOT turning on like how the instructions state, just unplug/re-plug the power cord from the controller and retry. I have to do this each time at first start up.Over all I love it and have been using it going on a month now and i haven't had no problems with it.UPDATE 5/2/2024: Strike pack is still feeling solid with no complaints.

I’ve always used custom controllers, elite controllers, etc that have either buttons or paddles. Since the release of the Xbox Series X (and before I got this to throw on the controller that came with my console), I’ve gone through a Scuf Instinct Pro, 2 Elite Series 2, and a Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma. For the most part, the thumbsticks in those controllers fail after only a handful of months of playing Destiny 2 and Call of Duty. Until I find a really good 4 paddle or button Xbox controller that makes use of hall effect sticks, I’ve decided it’s financially cheaper to use a strike pack on a stock controller. Controller breaks? $50. Strike Pack breaks? $50. So far I haven’t been disappointed. I honestly feel like the stock controllers are more resilient than the pro controllers. I received the Strike Pack Horizon 2 months ago and have put more hours on it than I’d care to share. I only use it in tournament mode and have no personal use of the mods since I’m not a scumbag. The paddles seem like they’ve been designed to be quite flexible, probably to extend the lifespan (as I’ve heard older models are quite brittle). As someone who’s used the Razer Wolverine controllers, I’ll tell you that the paddle layout on this thing isn’t all that bad. Sure it could be better, but I personally prefer it over the Scuf and Razer. The Elite Series 2 has the best feel in my opinion. I’m not one that takes issue to wired controllers. Don’t be that guy who’s controller dies mid battle. Two things that do annoy me a little bit is you have to unplug and replug the controller each time you take the Xbox out of rest mode and if your console is in rest mode, the strike pack will stay powered up and the lights on the back are quite bright (the first is a direct result of the strike pack being powered on while the Xbox is off).TL;DR: I can’t speak for the software of the Horizon, as I don’t use the app. As far as using it just for back paddles/buttons, it’s worth the investment as long as you don’t mind being wired.

There are 4 different products you can buy to Mod out your Xbox One or Series X/S controller, which one is right for you?First, there are only 2 products that support the App, the 2 more expensive versions, the horizon mod pack and the Horizon Vista mod pack. The eliminator and dominator do not use an App. You are supposed to be able to simply hold down the mapping button on the Eliminator and Dominator press the button you want to map on the paddle, release both buttons and you’re done. Ive tried the Eliminator and Horizon. Its clear this is a great controller upgrade and significantly cheaper than an Elite 2 controller, however, I couldn’t get the paddles to map on the eliminator and the paddles on the horizon don’t stay mapped. Collective Minds wanted to be the first to launch but there are so many bugs with these products. Don’t get me wrong when it works it’s awesome but I can’t give 5 stars because it doesn’t consistently work.There are two products with paddles and two products with buttons. I prefer the paddles as I have adhered control freak grip to my controller, which definitely prevents sweaty controllers and improves grip! I could be wrong but I don’t think the 2 products with buttons would fit on my controller now that it has a grip in it, but the paddles definitely work.If you’re playing an awesome game like the Halo infinite campaign this can definitely make gaming more fun and allow you to get the edge you need. Especially on legendary.If you have or plan to get grips I would choose one of the two products with paddles. Also, since I couldn’t get the eliminator to map I would suggest the Horizon Mod pack and always keep your phone nearby in case the paddles are no longer mapped and you need to use the App.Black vs White: They say the white ones are the newer version and the black ones are the old version. I don’t know if that’s true or not because the mods don’t work on the Xbox One. Features like rapid fire or aim assist are quickly recognized by the Xbox and will not work. I haven’t tried the mods on a pc game yet but don’t count on it helping with games on consoles!NOTE: You will need to update the firmware on all 4 products via pc or mac. You MUST disconnect the U-shaped USB Adapter from the mod pack and the controller or else your computer won’t be able to recognize the mod pack.Joystick Guards: Also I added a control freak medium guard on my right aiming joystick and it works fantastic. However, I learned the hard way not to put them on the left joystick that controls movement so you only need one guard.Joystick knob height upgrade: I also added height to both of my Xbox controller joysticks for better control and they work beautifully.Hope this helps!