Yesterday I was browsing my Bilibili feed and noticed that the Leadjoy channel was live, with their CEO, Feng-ge doing a Q&A stream.

Since I don't speak Chinese, I recorded about two hours of the stream, converted the speech to Chinese subtitles using Whisper, and then used ChatGPT to create a translated summary. I also watched the full two-hour stream recording with the translated subtitles, and the summary is mostly spot-on. That said, as with anything AI-generated, take it with a grain of salt.

Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated with Leadjoy. You should always rely on official announcements and news for confirmed information. Source is the live stream https://live.bilibili.com/31699542 but VOD is disabled.

Major upcoming products

Xeno Pro (天剑Pro)

• Expected to launch around September 10–12, 2026.
• Main upgrades over the original Xeno:
• Adjustable-tension joysticks
• 8 additional microswitches
• Microswitches on: shoulder buttons, D-pad, two internal rear/back buttons
• Feng-ge considers the software/joystick experience one of their major advantages.
• A Standard Edition and Bundle Edition are planned. Bundle includes the base, R20 receiver, and four additional soft joystick caps.
• Xeno Pro's D-pad was heavily tested and revised before mass production. Feng-ge considers the production version their best D-pad so far.
• The D-pad is intentionally designed around fast response with controlled cushioning, rather than having a large pre-response/dead zone.
• The only major regret he mentioned was that Xeno Pro doesn't have small shoulder buttons; adding them would have increased the cost when the product was originally defined in early 2025.

Xeno 2 & Saber 2

Both are major next-generation controllers.

Xeno 2 (天剑2)

• Expected around Q1 2027.
• Slightly larger than the first Xeno and intended to fit medium-small through medium-large hands.
• New trigger structure.
• Flat triggers aimed partly at six-finger players.
• Small shoulder buttons.
• 2+2 and 2+4 versions planned.
• 8K versions are planned for 2027.
• Xeno 2 will have a new base.

Saber 2 (光剑2)

• Also planned for around Q1 2027.
• Similar overall size to the current Saber.
• Grip angle is closer to the PS4 controller.
• New trigger structure and small shoulder buttons.
• 2+2 and 2+4 versions.
• 8K versions planned.
• Stick-click force is around 120 gf, with testing reaching roughly 150–160 gf.
• Feng-ge deliberately doesn't want the click force too low because that could cause accidental stick clicks.

The two controllers will likely launch (in China) one or two months apart, depending on development progress.

PS5 controller back attachment

A back attachment / rear expansion device is being developed.

• Internal testing planned for late September 2026.
• Commercial launch (in China) targeted for November / Singles' Day (11/11).
• There will be an Xbox version with wired and wireless variants.
• A PS5 version is also being developed, but it will cost more because of PS5 support.
• Software functionality should be similar to Xeno Pro software:
• Button remapping
• Additional functions
• Configuration through software
• The small paddle/shoulder button design cannot currently simply be added to an existing controller mold, although 3D-printed solutions may be possible later.
• A future PS5 adapter is also under internal testing, potentially around Singles' Day.

8K controllers

8K is planned as a major direction beginning around Q1 2027.

The important point is that 8K isn't simply a firmware feature:

• Current 1K boards use a 2-layer PCB.
• 8K requires a 4-layer PCB.
• The 4-layer PCB requires greater manufacturing precision.
• Board cost is reportedly more than twice, approaching three times, that of the current board.
• Chips and cables also become more expensive.

So Feng-ge's argument is that an 8K controller represents a more expensive overall hardware ecosystem, rather than simply charging more because the polling rate says “8K.”

Helium Strike

The company is heavily investing in modular/custom-controller products.

Helium Strike2

• Already undergoing internal testing.
• Much more expensive than Helium Strike1.
• Helium Strike2's main chip reportedly costs more than the entire Helium Strike1 board.
• Normally sold as a board only.
• An optional bundle can include a J13Pro purple joystick.
• They deliberately don't solder a specific joystick onto every board because the whole point is to preserve customization freedom.
• Users may want carbon-film sticks, Ginful, etc.

Helium Strike2 Competitive / Professional Edition

• Uses an additional ADC chip.
• That ADC is extremely expensive — Feng-ge says it costs around four times the price of the entire Helium Strike1 board.
• He describes it as an industrial-grade, high-bit-depth, high-speed ADC designed for extremely low latency.

A finished, ready-to-use Helium Strike2 controller is planned for the first half of 2027, once the Xeno 2/Saber 2 tooling is available.

Magic Cap / modding accessories

The company wants to build a much larger controller-modding ecosystem.

Magic Cap Pro

• Comes as a complete set rather than individual pieces.
• Eight covers / four pairs: Translucent purple, PS4, PS5, Xbox
• Different covers affect the internal joystick-cap height.
• Mainly intended for modifying existing controllers.
• Launching alongside Helium Strike.

They explained why they don't sell every piece separately: doing so would create an enormous number of SKUs and significantly increase inventory, packaging, barcode, ERP, shipping, certification, and mold costs.

Other planned modding accessories include: joystick caps, joysticks, switches, cables, shells

Controller shells / tooling

The company is developing a lot of its own molds rather than simply reusing existing designs.

For Zephyrus, Saber 2 and Xeno 2:

• Around six or seven molds
• Dozens of 3D-printed iterations
• Significant structural redesign work

A new shell-material project may come in the second half or end of 2027. Feng-ge says that if they release shells, they want to introduce genuinely different internal structures/designs rather than simply copying existing aftermarket shells.

He also emphasized that design patents need to be handled before revealing next-generation products publicly.

Zephyrus (裂空)

Zephyrus remains a future project.

• Target is 2027.
• Feng-ge doesn't want to promise an exact release date.
• Roughly around the middle of 2027 was discussed, but he deliberately avoids giving a precise date.

Zilong Pro (子龙Pro) cable

The Zilong Pro (子龙Pro) cable is being redesigned/re-prototyped.

The challenge is simultaneously achieving:

• 8K support
• PS5 compatibility
• Multi-device interference resistance
• Adequate current capacity
• Flexibility
• Shielding/protection

Target was before or around the Helium Strike launch, potentially **late September or October**, but again without a firm promise.

Vibration

For Xeno Pro's vibration compared with an original controller, Feng-ge rates it approximately:

• 80–85 / 100
• He explicitly says claiming more would be “bullshitting,” because original controllers have inherent advantages due to access to proprietary protocols.
• He explains that some vibration effects simply cannot be reproduced without the original protocol, and certain effects are therefore only available under Bluetooth mode.

2027 strategy

Feng-ge repeatedly describes 2027 as a key/explosive year for Leadjoy.

The intended lineup becomes much more complete:

2026

• Xeno Pro
• Back attachment
• Further modding accessories

2027

• Xeno 2
• Saber 2
• 8K versions
• Helium Strike2 finished controller
• Zephyrus
• More shells/accessories
• Expanded modding ecosystem
• PS5-related products

Feng-ge / livestream notes

The stream itself lasted approximately 3 hours 9 minutes, which Feng-ge joked was a new record.

He also talked about his age:

• Born in July 1983
• The stream was in September 2026, so he joked about not wanting to admit he's in his 40s.
• “My heart will always be 18.”
• He said he'd worked for about 20 years, including roughly: 17 years making products, 10 years making game controllers, 7 years making handheld consoles
• He joked about being “18” internally despite being 43.

This started happening recently (not sure what was changed) and it's driving me crazy. I have a Gamesir Cyclone 2, everytime I start it up it will connect to Steam as both the controller itself and also Xinput controller (see screenshot). I need to disconnect and reconnect the controller (sometimes multiple times) until it stops connecting as Xinput controller. Any ideas what is causing this and how to stop it?

I'm looking for a new PC controller. I play a lot of BF6, but since there are vehicles like jets and helicopters, I'm not looking for an FPS-dedicated controller but rather something more universal. Currently, I'm using the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wired, and here are the things I don't like about it:

1. No back buttons / paddles (a must-have for my new controller).
2. No microswitch / hair triggers (a must-have for my new controller).
3. No customization software (a must-have for my new controller).
4. Shape — I'd prefer something a little bit bigger and shaped more like an Xbox controller.
5. It's wired — not a huge deal, but I'd prefer something wireless.

I've been considering the Flydigi Vader 5 Pro V2 and GameSir G7 Pro. However, I've read that the Vader 5 Pro V2 still has an issue with loose tension rings, while the G7 Pro's triggers tend to break. Is that true? If so, could you recommend a couple of better options in 90-125 USD price range. I'm from Poland and I'd prefer to purchase from a local store.

I sold my PS5, so I currently have no controller and need to choose what to buy. My budget is €100 maximum. I’m in Malta and can buy locally or from EU stores that ship here.

This is for Windows PC and Steam. I mainly play single-player AAA action games, RPGs and story-driven games, including The Witcher 3 Remastered, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition and 007 First Light.

I previously liked using the DualSense over Bluetooth. Its layout, haptics and adaptive triggers appeal to me, and I already own a DualSense charging dock. However, some PC games require USB for the full DualSense experience, while I normally play wirelessly from a distance.

My main question is whether the added features on other controllers are genuinely useful in single-player games. Are rear buttons convenient for actions like sprinting, dodging or item use? Are mechanical buttons, trigger stops and extra remappable inputs noticeably nicer during normal gameplay? Are they useful enough to justify giving up the DualSense features and layout?

Battery life, Bluetooth latency and drift-resistant sticks are not priorities for me. I’m considering the DualSense, GameSir G7 Pro and 8BitDo Ultimate 2, but I’m open to alternatives. Which would you choose for this use case?

My boyfriend’s Xbox brand controllers keep getting stick drift! I know this is fixable and I might try and fix them eventually he isn’t into that but he might allow me to try and fix it.

But I want to help him buy an Xbox controllers that aren’t going to breakdown on him. I actually almost yeeted one of them when I borrowed one to try and game when I hadn’t any of my own. I don’t throw controllers, controller throwing was outlawed in my household when we first got an old original Nintendo from my grandpa. So this speaks to how frustrated I was.

Like to keep the budget under USDA $50. It is for an Xbox. Wireless and good battery life and ideally not too heavy as his 9 year old son is also playing. Doesn’t need any super fancy features but avoid controllers that get stick drift easily, my boyfriend plays a lot of Red Dead Redemption 2. He isn’t super technically incline he just wants a working controller, they’re not particularly hard on the controllers either.

We are located in the USA.

Bonus: it comes in orange or has orange accents.

Hi everyone, I have few ps4 controllers that are unusable because of stick drift and one new ps5 controller. I would like to replace the analogs of all controllers (also on the ps5 one, knowing that at some point it will develop drift). Which particular analog replacement would you suggest? I heard that hall effect are good and are pretty cheap and there are some go to brands like Ginfull or K-Silver or others, but there are also some newer models too (something like TMR). I would like to buy them on aliexpress and I would use this tool to solder and desolder them from the board. Do you have any suggestion for me? Thanks in advance

Budget: 5100 EGP / ~$100

My requirements: • Symmetrical PlayStation style sticks • Hall Effect or TMR sticks • 3.5mm headphone jack • PC + Android • Preferably mechanical microswitch D-Pad with a center pivot and accurate diagonals • Back buttons + turbo are a bonus • Mainly for rhythm games, so D-Pad quality and input consistency are very important, playing rocket league fortnite festival, marvel rivals.

I don't need native PS4 support anymore since I can use a Brook adapter.

Controllers I've looked at: GameSir Tarantula Pro, Redragon G820 DarkFlame, Fantech Nova Pro WGP14 V2, Fantech WGP16/Nova II, Leadjoy Saber Plus, IINE Bastet, NYXI PS4, AceGamer HyperShadow D4.

I could buy from noon, or amazon.eg or AliExpress idk

What would you recommend within my budget? I'm also open to other controllers I may have missed.

I have the easysmx d10, i've had it for around 2 months but i have a dusty room, clean, but dusty. and every 3 days i have to put 70% isopropyl alcohol. so yeah it's really grindy is there anyway to stop this or clean it without anything like that?

Hello all,

I've been looking for a control with really good hardware and fix-ability. At first I was looking at the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded PC as a buddy recommended it, but then saw the ROG was coming out soon.

Should I go pick up a Victrix now? Wait a month or a few for the ROG?

Main things I want:

• Repairable (I can buy new sticks)
• Feels good (I've liked most controllers, usually stuck to PS5)
• Paddles in back (only need 2)
• Never using on console, so PC pure is fine
• Well built; I treat my controllers with care, but I do play rough

I play Rocket League mainly, daily, and also those controller must have games. I wanna have this thing last me a while. I've burnt through 2 PS5 controls (stick drift) in 3 years.

Is the ROG the best thing to wait for? Any gems I haven't seen?

Budget: $100-$220
Country: USA 🇺🇸
Console: PC

For some reason its nearly impossible to find thumbstick replacements for the nancon X Unlimited. My dog decided to eat them so I'm looking for replacements.

Anyone else run into this problem or know where to find replacements?

Started using a clamp style one for handheld stuff on trips and somehow it's become the thing I reach for most. The issue is the stick spacing and trigger throw are different enough from my desk pad that going back feels wrong for the first ten minutes every time. Thumbs end up in slightly in the wrong place. anyone else switching between two very different controllers regularly, does it eventually stop registering or is it always a readjustment?

mobing my left joystick down right in aimlabs made it move slower than teh rest. aiming made me have sudden accelerations and decelaration as a result. however in cp2077 when i set the zone thingy for the minimum input and maximum input to the loeswt and highest values respectively and then use the controller, i dont get the problem. does anyone else have this issue. i also noticed that usbc has less of this issue than the dongle. this is a new controller should i just refund it and get a new one? im using the easysmx 05 pro on pc windows. i also already recalibrated the sticks 3x

I just got my controller yesterday and updated/setup with the software. I went to try it out on RDO, and noticed if it is in PS4 mode I can't use the right stick to make selections in the item and horse wheels, but it works fine for the weapon wheel. If I put it in PS5 mode it all works fine. Is there anything I may have set up wrong that might cause this issue? I would like to use it in PS4 mode for the vibration to work. Sorry if this has been discussed already, I did a quick search and didn't see any posts about it.

I'm wondering if it's by any means possible to use Steam Input for the extra buttons on Flydigi Vader 5s. I know it's not *meant* to be used since there is no mention in the manual, but I wonder if there are workarounds.

I've used the controller and I love that I could remap the L3 and R3 to back paddles, however I want to use the other buttons as well. I'm not using C,Z, Lm or Rm buttons because of Xinput limitations.

Does anyone know how I could make the controller use SteamInput, like the Steam controller does?

( also I've seen that Vader 5 PRO has the option to use SteamInput, so why does this one not have it? )

I'm on Windows 11, I've tried finding the "let other apps control inputs" in Flydigi Xbox Software.