Honeycomb’s Wacky Flight Gamepad Is Coming to the Xbox
Honeycomb Aeronautical has announced the Echo Aviation Controller XPC, bringing its specialized flight simulation gamepad to Xbox Series X|S consoles later in 2026. The announcement expands availability of the company’s PC-based Echo Aviation Controller, which launched last year.
The XPC variant maintains the same feature set as the original PC controller but adds an Xbox button for console compatibility. The device is laden with authentic flight-inspired controls, including rear rudder sliders, throttle sliders, switches, and knobs designed to replicate real aircraft instrumentation. The controller provides full support for essential flight dynamics—pitch, roll, yaw, throttle, trim, and core aircraft controls—making it a comprehensive solution for serious flight simulator enthusiasts.
The controller’s extensive control layout caters to a niche audience of flight sim fans and wannabe pilots seeking authentic input devices beyond standard gamepads. By bringing the Echo Aviation Controller to Xbox, Honeycomb Aeronautical is tapping into a growing market of players interested in high-fidelity flight simulation experiences on consoles, where titles like Microsoft Flight Simulator have gained significant traction.
The announcement marks an important moment for specialized gaming peripherals, as mainstream console manufacturers increasingly support third-party controllers designed for specific genres and simulation experiences. The XPC’s arrival on Xbox Series X|S suggests developer and publisher interest in supporting dedicated flight control hardware on console platforms, potentially opening doors for other niche controller manufacturers in the simulation and gaming spaces.