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Top 10 Most Expensive Gaming Peripherals Out Now

Top 10 Most Expensive Gaming Peripherals Out Now

Much ado has been made over the past few days regarding the pricing on all things related to the Nintendo Switch. The fact that the system is $300, a pair of Joy-Con Controllers is $80, and a dock is $90 had people up in arms about the cost of necessary items and accessories. But, there are far more expensive things out there. Plenty of expensive, yet practically essential peripherals exist, and we’re going to go over them. Hopefully, it’ll make you feel better about the prices of other video game-related products.

$150 Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller

$150 Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller

We’re going to kick this off with a product many of you might actually own. Microsoft released an official, first party, $150 controller. The Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller is pretty nice, in its defense. You can adjust the analog sticks. It has great control schemes. There are definitely high quality controls here. People who are going to be playing every night, or maybe even attempting to reach pro levels, would absolutely want one of these. Even though, for that price, you could also get a 3DS and a game.

$160 Elgato Game Capture Device

$160 Elgato Game Capture Device

Sharing gameplay isn’t just a thing for professional streamers or video game journalists anymore. With the dawning of the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 and the prevalence of Twitch, everyone is enjoying sharing their adventures. While you could always rely on the built-in broadcasting options, a $160 Elgato allows you a more refined and customizable experience. Also, it comes in super handy when a game blocks traditional broadcasting, like Tales of Zestiria does!

$200 MadKatz Tritton Katana HD

$200 MadKatz Tritton Katana HD

Headsets are a big deal. The one that comes with the PlayStation 4 pales in comparison to more professional ones. Which means people can end up spending a lot of money on something that makes a lot of sense. After all, headsets like MadKatz’s $200 Tritton Katana HD work with the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. You might even end up using it for regular media. Pricey? Absolutely. Worth it? Perhaps!

$300 HORI Real Arcade Pro 4 Premium VLX

$300 HORI Real Arcade Pro 4 Premium VLX

$300 for a fighting stick? Yeah. That’s what these actually cost. I mean, Hori’s Real Arcade Pro 4 Premium VLK is based on actual Vewlix arcade cabinets. It’s a perfect match, only in your living room for your PlayStation 3 and 4 games. With it being programmable and limited edition, you have to assume the cost of owning one is high. Even though you could actually have a Switch at launch for this same price, there are dedicated gamers out there who went with this bad boy instead.

$350 Gaems Vanguard Personal Gaming Environment

$350 Gaems Vanguard Personal Gaming Environment

So, which would you prefer? A $300 Switch that already can act as a home console and portable game player? Or do you want to spend around $300 on a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, then an additional $350 on a Gaems Vanguard Personal Gaming Environment so you can take it with you everywhere? There are actually people who go with the latter! They’ll take a console they already have, then invest in this environment with a 19″ 720 LED display and stereo speakers.

$399 PlayStation VR

$399 PlayStation VR

Now we’re getting into the major expenditures. So, a Switch with an extra pair of $80 Joy-Con Controllers is too expensive. Right? But the PlayStation VR, which is $399 for just the headset and not even the camera or Move controllers you’ll need to play, is totally fine? OK, I shouldn’t compare. It’s apples and oranges. But, it doesn’t dismiss the fact that this is one very expensive peripheral. Yet, even though VR is still in its early days and not yet proven, people are willing to go all in.

$470 Thrustmaster VG T300 Ferrari Alcantara Racing Wheel

$470 Thrustmaster VG T300 Ferrari Alcantara Racing Wheel

Yeah, okay, this is a peripheral very few are going to actually buy. Most normal people don’t need a racing wheel for their PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, or PC. And, on the off chance they do, they aren’t going to spend $470 on one. But, this Thrustmaster VG T300 Ferrari Alcantara Edition does exist! Which means someone out there really wants and needs a $470 force feedback wheel!

$798 Oculus Rift and Touch

$798 Oculus Rift and Touch

We already saw one VR headset on this list, let’s bring up another one! If you want to start seeing your games in a new way on a PC, an Oculus Rift will set you back quite a bit. For a bundle that gives you the headset, two Touch controllers, and an Xbox One wireless controller, you need to kick in $798. After ensuring you have a PC that can make a good use of it, of course. It’s an incredible investment.

$799 HTC Vive

$799 HTC Vive

And we’re back at this again. Yes, the HTC Vive is a similar setup to the Oculus Rift. $799 gets you the headset you need, two controllers, two stations, earbuds, and accessories. It’s an extravagant purchase, just as the other VR headsets in this list are, and absolutely one of the most expensive peripherals out there. But still, it serves a purpose. There are people out there who will get and enjoy this, despite the barrier of entry. And good on them for taking a chance.

$1,500 Optimus Popularis keyboard

$1,500 Optimus Popularis keyboard

You can’t get the Optimus Maxiumus gaming keyboard anymore, as the $1,700 model sold out, but the Optimus Popularis has stepped in at $1,500. This keyboard supports any layout and language. It lets you customize the appearance of every key. It’s incredibly detailed, in terms of form and function. While that price may make some balk, Art. Lebedev Studio’s keyboards sell. This peripheral may make someone’s day.

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