Portland, OR, USAit's not even close. For example, My real measured time is 1h56 and clear time says 2h8 and total play time is 2h13.
the sticks on the pro2 aren't like the switch. They are very easy to disassemble and clean. I'd suggest doing that first. You might have some dust or gunk in there. But hey, there's other good controllers too. The newest Gulikit KingKing Pro 2 is also pretty solid. It has 20Hz turbo, but didn't seem to be able to keep it at that rate constantly, still, the sticks are in a great position and feel very smooth. A great alternative option.
I've got 2 Pro2's and the latest firmware on both and they are rock solid. Sticks are absolutely perfect and I have no missed inputs on my turbo. If you want to see it in action, here is my PB.
also, check out my runs in 100% if you want to see some special turbo strats for dread. I’m one of only a few runners exclusively using turbo now. Once you learn how to use the rear paddles effectively, it’s very hard to go back.
that’s surprising that your 8bitdo Pro2 sticks aren’t good. Mine are perfect. I’d say they even rival the pro controller’s sticks. This isn’t subjective, I’ve checked it in the calibration section of the setting pane. As many noted, however, the stick placement is not ideal for metroid dread. Maybe reach out to their support and get new sticks if you think there’s a problem. I do not see any “digital notching” at 0 and 180 as the O.P. says.
Also, they did release a firmware recently that increased the turbo speed to a consistent 15Hz and made things generally more consistent, like being able to apply turbo to each button individually, including the rear paddles. I’d highly recommend giving it another go.
I've tested them all. The 8bitdo pro2 is the best, hands down. Best sticks, best turbo, and has rear paddles to bind to extra things like a separate shoot button for charge beam
For starters, I recommend learning the pause buffered method for SSC. Makes it a lot more consistent, IMO.
