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Designed for Xbox and cloud gaming, Turtle Beach’s Recon Cloud combines the brand’s signature gamepad design and audio features with wireless freedom for mobile gamers

WHITE PLAINS, NY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR) today announced the Recon™ Hybrid Cloud Controller as the first mobile gaming controller and latest addition to the brand’s fast-growing and critically acclaimed controller lineup. Designed and developed by the same team behind Turtle Beach’s award-winning Recon controller, REACT-R controllerand VelocityOne Flight products, the Designed for Xbox Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller is for mobile gamers who play on compatible Android devices, on Xbox and PC. It has a massive battery life of over 30 hours with fast playback and charging options for all day gaming when you’re on the go. Once mobile gamers get home and connect to the Recon Cloud to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One or Windows PCs with its 10-foot braided USB cable, they have access to a range of exclusive, groundbreaking Turtle Beach audio features such as Superhuman Hearing®, custom audio presets and more for the ultimate audio advantage.

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Turtle Beach introduces its first mobile gaming controller with the Xbox Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller designed for (Photo: Business Wire)

Turtle Beach introduces its first mobile gaming controller with the Xbox Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller designed for (Photo: Business Wire)

The Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller is available for pre-order today at www.turtlebeach.com and participating retailers worldwide for $99.99 MSRP and launches October 16, 2022.

“Response to our first wave of console and PC gaming controllers has been overwhelmingly positive, and now we’re expanding our reach in this market to bring the same uncompromising, award-winning controls to mobile gamers,” said Juergen Stark, Chairman and CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “The Recon Cloud is the first of our comprehensive line of mobile controllers to be launched this year, with new products designed for iOS and other consoles coming soon.”

The Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller combines the best of both worlds for mobile gamers on Xbox and PC. Gamers can play longer and more comfortably thanks to the Recon Cloudergonomic shape and cooling handles. The Recon CloudThe adjustable phone clip allows all compatible Android phones – almost any size phone, even in its case – to be securely mounted above the controller, and when the clip is released, it turns into a table stand.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Turtle Beach controller without the brand’s exclusive built-in signature audio features. When the Recon Cloud connects to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows PCs in wired mode, additional features – including superhuman hearing to hear enemy players before they see you, EQ presets to personalize the sound, Game & Chat Balance controls to find just the right mix, and Mic Monitoring to make sure you stop yelling at others – it’s coming all in the game.

The full list of Recon Cloud controller features includes:

  • Designed for Xbox and cloud gaming: Equipped with a detachable 3m braided cable for use in wired mode with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows PCs, or turn the input switch to play wirelessly on Android 8.0+ devices and Windows PCs.
  • Long Lasting Wireless Battery: Play mobile games for days with a rechargeable battery of 30 hours and the controller fully charges in just 2.5 hours.
  • Free Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: A free one-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gives you access to an extensive library of games.
  • Built for cloud gaming: Go beyond the Xbox Game Pass library on mobile and play controller-supported games on GeForce Now, Stadia, Steam Link and more.
  • Responsive Controls: Play in confidence with textured triggers and bumpers, a precise 8-way D-pad and smooth thumbstick movement.
  • Ergonomic cooling handles: Micro-cooling channels and a comfortable shape keep hands cool and dry and reduce fatigue during long gaming sessions.
  • Pro-Aim Focus Mode: One of two assignable buttons, Pro-Aim tunes thumbstick sensitivity for improved long-range accuracy.
  • Two assignable quick action buttons: Customize your gaming experience with two assignable buttons, allowing for up to four different switchable profiles.
  • Superhuman hearing*: From silent footsteps creeping uphill to enemy weapons reloading, exclusive to Turtle Beach superhuman hearing sound setting lets gamers hear every detail for the ultimate gaming audio advantage.
  • Turtle Beach Signature Presets*: Customize game audio with four audio EQ presets: Signature Sound, Bass Boost, Bass & Treble Boost and Vocal Boost.
  • Immersive vibration feedback*: Dual rumble motors in the handles and triggers provide enhanced feedback for ultra-realistic next-gen gameplay.
  • 3.5mm headphone jack*: Take advantage of Turtle Beach’s proven audio enhancements by plugging in a connected 3.5mm headset.
  • Microphone monitoring*: Hear and adjust the volume of your own voice to avoid shouting while chatting.
  • Game & Chat Mix*: Conveniently placed game and chat mix controls.

*Features available in wired mode only.

To learn more about the latest Turtle Beach controllers, gaming headsets, simulation products and other gaming accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com and follow Turtle Beach on TikTok, TwitterInstagram, Facebook and YouTube.

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation (corp.turtlebeach.com) is one of the world’s leading suppliers of gaming accessories. The company’s Turtle Beach (www.turtlebeach.com) brand of the same name is known for designing high-quality, comfortable headsets for all gamers. Innovation, first-to-market features, a wide variety of products for every type of gamer, and first-class customer support have made Turtle Beach a fan favorite and the industry leader in console gaming audio for over a decade. In 2021, Turtle Beach expanded the best-selling brand beyond headsets and successfully launched the first of its groundbreaking game controllers and gaming simulation accessories. The Turtle Beach (www.roccat.com) brand ROCCAT combines German innovation with a love of detail with a genuine passion for designing the best PC gaming products, including award-winning keyboards, mice, headsets, mouse pads and other PC accessories. Turtle Beach’s (www.neatmic.com) brand of Neat Microphones makes high-quality USB and analog microphones for gamers, streamers, professionals and students who embrace the latest technology and design. Turtle Beach shares are traded on the Nasdaq Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

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North America

Eric Nielsen

Step 3 Public Relations

202.276.5357

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MacLean Marshall

sr. Director, Public Relations &

Brand communication

Turtle Beach Corporation

858.914.5093

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Investor Information:

Cody Slach or Alex Thompson

Gateway Investor Relations

949.574.3860

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International

Keith Hennessey

sr. Director, Communications &

Partnerships – International

Turtle Beach

+44 (0) 1256 678350

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Source: Turtle Beach Corporation