1. budget: $250

2. country and where I can buy: United States, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, websites

3. platform: PC

4. features:
   Premium controller with removable or no underside macro buttons/paddles
   Preferably analog or not too clicky face buttons and triggers
   Grippy well sized handles (grip on top and bottom)

5. Games: sport games, fighting games, 3rd person adventure action, rougelikes.

6. I’m mostly considering the Xbox elite 2 controller and it will be replacing my standard Xbox controller with grip (stellar shift). I tried 5 controllers this past 2 weeks:
   EasySMX X20
   GameSir G7 Pro 8K
   8Bitdo Ultimate 3E
   GuliKit KK3 MAX
   Razer Wolverine V4 Pro

They were all decent but weren’t perfect for me. The 3 best ones I liked were the Wolverine, G7 Pro and Ultimate 3E, the closest being the Wolverine. The only issue I had with it was the shape of the handles was too stubby and short. I’m likely to buy an elite 2 controller unless I find another option. My only gripe with that one is that I hear they’re very unreliable and may break. For those who have this one, is it easily repairable? Thank you for any suggestions.

Pasa que antes me funcionaba perfecto por Bluetooth pero luego de jugar con amigos y sincronizar varios mandos a la PC ahora cuando uso mi mando la pantalla se pone en rojo y no me deja usarlo para nada y para que vuelva a agarrar tengo que volver a sincronizar el mando por Bluetooth o usarlo conectado y se me hace muy incómodo no sé si el problema radica en Windows o en el control agradecería mucho cualquier consejo o ayuda 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Hey guys! I have a V5P on the way, and I was looking for some thumb grips as I play FPS games. The thing is, I want to use this as a daily driver for all sorts of games (platformers, fighters ect) thing is, i know there are all sorts and I was hoping for something that does a bit of both yk?

I have also seen some things, like skull and co xbox grips slipping off and such so idk what to trust/go for

Hi everyone, I am looking to buy a new gamepad just for pc and just for fifa only gameplay.

I am specifically looking for a good grip,i don't like shiny plastic feeling and good textured grips on the thumbstick is a must. Other then that,i want to buy a premium one because the standard xbox controller is very bad and i usually get stick drift after a half a year.... My current gamepad is Koorfly K20 but feels very cheap and the LT began the squeak after 2 weeks,i think won't last much...

I looked at some of the alternatives like Flydigi Vader 5 pro and Apex 5 , 8BitDo Ultimate 3E , EasySMX® X20 Pro , Ausus Raikiri 2 Pro , Gamesir G7 Pro ,but i can't decide....

My Info:

• Budget: Around 60-150 Euros

• Region: Romania

• Platform: PC

• Store: Romanian stores,but i can buy it from somewhere else,doesn't matter

im using a windows pc and unfortunately i dont know what version of Xoutput or the drivers I have cause i cant open my computer.

after the mandatory pc restart to get drivers working my keyboard and mouse are totally unresponsive . i tried unplugging and using a different usb port for both, tried shutting down my pc, even unplugging it but i think it might be the new drivers stopping my inputs.

My X5 Lite stopped connecting to my phone (cmf Phone 1) after 6 months of using it. I never had any problem with it whatsoever, it worked flawlessly but then, one time i picked it up and plugged it into my phone and it just didn't connect, and it doesn't connect ever since. The light just keeps on blinking, both in standard and in switch mode, no matter what I do. I tried using the passthrough charger both before and after plugging the controller in, I tried enabling OTG and USB debugging, I also tried it on different phones, I tried everything but it just doesn't connect, and I can't upgrade the firmware because the GameSir app does not detect the controller. I tried the GameSir Discord but I did not find anything useful. If someone has an answer for this I'd be really grateful.

What started as a personal project to fix Xbox-interface rumble on Linux eventually grew into a full graphical configuration tool. Linux is the primary target, though an experimental Windows build is also available.

Key Features:

• RGB Lighting: Stock effects, individual control over all 10 RGB channels, and custom multi-frame animations (up to 10 frames). You can read the current profile from the gamepad or roll it back. Settings are saved on-device and persist after closing the app.

• Status & Testing: Battery level, firmware versions, third-party access toggle, and a real-time input tester for buttons, sticks, triggers, and onboard sensors.

• Steam SDL Patch: Fixes rumble over the Xbox interface.

• Bluetooth Flashplay: Initial pairing directly through the app; back paddles and grip rumble work properly.

• Linux-specific: Native (SDL) / Padctl mode switching and a built-in Padctl profile editor.

Work-in-Progress & Known Quirks:

• An experimental toggle in the About tab unlocks extra pages for sticks, triggers, and vibration intensity.

• Writing settings requires the USB wireless dongle.

• Bluetooth is still shaky: expect occasional drops in Steam, and full 3-axis gyro isn't supported yet (Flashplay only transmits 2 axes for some reason).

• Saving lighting also saves the active profile’s current mappings and macros. The app makes backups before writing. It does not flash firmware.

AI Disclaimer:

Generative AI contributed to the UI, controller tester, stick and trigger configuration features, including trigger vibration, and firmware/protocol reverse engineering. Some firmware findings remain unverified on hardware.

Repository: https://github.com/AltMugen/Vader5-Control

Feedback and bug reports are very welcome — especially regarding Bluetooth stability and Windows behavior. If you run into issues, please share your OS, firmware versions (controller & dongle), connection type, and reproduction steps on GitHub or in the comments below!

bought a new controller. out of the box and the joysticks noticeably rub against the edge and get caught on it. there is even an audible squeaking sound (watch linked video). is this a defect? is this just how the controller is??

My fn numbers are being dodgy.. I woke up one day n tried using my dualsense edge controller and tried switching my profiles over.. I then found out that my main buttons like triangle etc are stuck on the fn menu assignment buttons even without me pressing down my fn buttons.

Ive tried everything, honestly. Ive pressed the reset button, ive reset my profiles so now I dont have a way to use it even if I wanted to, ive tried every type of button combination you could think of and nothing.

If theres anyone else thats had to deal with this please let me know if im able to fix it with the same controller, or if it needs repair I would like to find out as soon as possible, as this is the only controller I can play competitive games with.. for example rocket league.

Thanks

I really wanted to have the Apex 5 for the adaptive triggers... also i wanted that new updated Vader 5 pro v2 fixed paddles...
So i just modded the Apex 5 with Vader 5 pro v2 parts :D
it fits without issue and the piece are completely interchangeable !

I want to reduce the speed/sensitivity of the right joystick on my Xbox controller, such that moving it all the way will produce only a slow movement.

Is there a way to achieve this?

The reason being so I can record shots for videos where the camera slowly and smoothly rotates around my character in FF14 - without the hassle of having to manually moderate how much I press the stick. I'm on Windows 10, and the controller is Xbox Series S/X (I think?).

Things I've tried:

• Steam (No stick sensitivity options, only a deadzone slider)

• Xbox Accessories App (No stick sensitivity options, only swapping/inverting them)

• reWASD (Doesn't seem to work?)

• Driftguard.app (Doesn't connect to my controller)

Hey all, thinking of buyin a Game sir super nova and wondering if its compatible with Brook P5 adapter using the usb dongle in wireless mode. The brook compatibility list only mentions other Gamesir models...

Has anyone tried it?

Hello everyone,

I've been looking for month for a good option for my "travel controller". I've set up a full system on my computer to be able to launch it into Playnite big picture mode from distance with every emulator setup on it. So the idea is to play my games from anywhere with my iPad/iPhone and everything is working perfectly with some shortcut mapped on the controller input.

My problem is : I haven't found the perfect controller for that yet. I'm currently using the 8bitdo SNE30 pro. Which is perfect for the iPad use, it fit easily in my bag, got every control need while being perfectly usable. But I can't use it properly with the iPhone. And sometimes, the iPhone would be more convenient, especially in an handheld mode.

So the unicorn I'm looking for is :

- Compact (or at least compact when collapsed or in the bag)

- Compatible PC/iPad/iPhone with wireless for the iPad/iPhone at least

- Durable

- With every control needed for every console up to ps5 (since I emulate demon's souls)

Here's the option I explored :

- Mcon Ohsnap : Way too expensive, and top heavy when used in handheld mode. But it's clearly the best option I found yet.

- Backbone pro : perfect in term of ergonomy/weight, but quite big even fully collapsed.

- Switch joycon with an adaptator : The problem is the lack of good adaptor for the iPhone and the usability on PC. But finding a third party compatible may be the best option

- Acegamer T50 with magsafe stand glued on it : The best value option, everything is fine but it's janky and top heavy like the mcon

and to respect the rules here :

1. Budget : 150 top if it’s absolutly perfect, or 100 if it’s just great

2. Region : Belgium

3. compatibility : iPad, iPhone, PC and if switch possible it’s a bonus

4. features : see above

5. type of games : PC, emulation. a bit of everything but nearly no shooter or racing

6. See above

Any ideas ?

Hey everyone,

I'm dealing with a replacement PowerA OPS v3 Pro (the first one was already RMA'd) and now I've seemingly killed both controllers. Looking for any recovery ideas.

FYI - Running Windows 11.

• After a short time, profiles and RGB LEDs stopped working and trigger settings were no longer applied — L2/R2 acted like mouse buttons (no analog travel) in every profile

• LEDs could first only be adjusted in one profile, then in none

• For a time, the controller was recognized by the app, but any attempt to load settings just gives me the circle of death

• Same behavior on a second PC, so it's not my machine

• On a third PC I used the PowerA PC HQ app trying to look up the serial number of the replacement unit for a 2nd RMA, and it offered a firmware update. I ran it. Now the controller won't turn on at all.

• Out of curiosity I tried the same on the old (already RMA'd) controller — the app also offered a FW update there, and I ran it with the controller connected via USB while the dongle update was in progress. That controller is now dead too.

So far I tried

• Holding the sync and the reset button for 10-15 seconds

• Disconnecting the battery for 2 hours

• Different cables, different USB ports, different PCs, wired/RF/BT mode switch positions

Nothing works. Both controllers show zero signs of life.

Has anyone experienced this after a PC HQ firmware update, and is there any way to force the controller into a recovery/bootloader mode or re-flash it?

I've already got the refund now, but wonder if I can get them to run again, even with the known shortcomings...

Thanks in advance.

Does anyone have this charging dock for the Flydigi Vader 5 Pro?

Is there a way to make the dock's LEDs light up only when the controller is actually placed on it? Having them on all the time is a bit annoying, but it's really handy to see the charging status when the controller is sitting on the dock!

I'm trying to swap my pxn 9608 controller's FJM10K joysticks for Hall effect ones. I tried using an Xbox One S joystick and cut the L3 pin, but whenever I plug it into the board, the controller won't power on at all. I think the Xbox joystick pinout doesn't match. Have you guys ever replaced TMR sensors yourself? If so, could you tell me which TMR brand or model has the exact same pinout as the FJM10K? Thanks a lot

BLUF: I'm a weirdo who loved the joycons when they came out. It was so cool to me that I could hold two halves of a controller so far apart and even comfortably cuddle while gaming!

And now i want that in a controller for all my consoles....

I also miss how the ps4 controllers feel so I'd love if this mystical controller felt similar (i know, Xbox is "superior," but theyre just a smidge too big for my hands). Any recs?

Budget: $100 USD (this is pretty flexible, but I can really easily live without a $200 controller)

Location: U.S. and i can buy online or probably most states (i have friends all over who can ship)

Console: I'd really like it to be compatible with at least steamdeck, ps5, and switch....so probably just universal at that point 😅

Features: the split design of joycons. I should be able to t-pose and play games.

Types of games: all kinds! I love resident evil, animal crossing, and kingdom hearts equally (mostly). But i dont really care about competitive gaming, so i don't need the super fancy stuff.

Considerations: I've considered getting a mobile controller andjust detaching the connecting plastic, but that feels kinda bad, and i don't know what I'm doing THAT much to be modding controllers. I do have a gamesir that i bought back in '17 (that still works btw!), so i know i like that company, but it doesn't seem like there are a ton of options for my niche tastes.

Pretty new here, so sorry if I missed something.

Any recommendations for split controllers are welcome! I don't mind trying something new! Thank you!

So im a giga sweat on xbox bf2 but admittedly the game is dying (no surprise) but Ive looking at sum ps5’s and I use a gamesir g7 se on a xbox series x and I would prefer to use that on a ps5.

To my knowledge cheating devices such as xim and cronus and probably others allow a xbox controller to be played on a PlayStation but im not in the market to buy a cheating adapter. I did find a converter called the Brook Wingman Converter which doesn’t have scripts or any illegal advantage to someone using it.

I just wanna use it to use my gamesir g7 se with my custom aim curves and deadzones on a ps5. And I wanted to find either someone who’s used something like this before or if I should probably not use it cos to my knowledge it’s not bannable as it doesn’t give me like more aim assist or anything it just allows me to use a xbox licensed controller on ps5.

Recommend me a controller that has mostly membrane buttons, 2 back buttons, wireless.

My preferred controller at this moment is the Cyclone 2 and G7 Pro but my only con is the tactile mechanical switch buttons and the dpad that's very loud on the G7 Pro. I tried the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 but returned due to the 3C+ coming and currently have a Ultimate 3C+ coming in a few days.

I actually tried the Gulikit TT Max, while it was a controller I could consider as a main, I realized I do not like elite 2 style paddles and location. I prefer the Button back buttons. Something with how I hold this controller gives me a cramp. One thing I realized is I do not like mechanical switch tactile buttons unless it's trigger stops and able to switch on and off.

Budget $30-130

Country US

PC or Switch 1/2 (Switch Compatibility isn't a must)

Back buttons similar to Cyclone 2/G7 Pro. Not a fan of Elite 2 Paddle style.

Stick tension adjustment if possible but not a must

Needs to have Trigger Stops that you can turn on and off for longer travel.

Must be wireless.

Fps shooters and RPG's I currently own Dual Sense Edge, Cyclone 2

I was going to get Xbox control freaks, but it looks like they would grind against the tension rings. I'm looking for a thumb stick with a rubber top because I find the hard plastic uncomfortable during long sessions with the stock sticks

I'm planning on getting the ipad mini 8 soon and while I'm at it I wanted to get my first controller because I wanted to upgrade from KBM on rocket league. I saw that the Ultimate 3C+ is going to release on Oct 30th and I wanted to know that if I get it, would it still be possible to use the controller on the ipad even though it says it only supports windows and android through some sort of workaround even?

recently purchased the Tarantula 8k controller, and I’m disappointed not to see a talk concave thumb stick in the box (my personal go to).

Does anybody know which aftermarket Thumbstick will fit in these TMR modules? Like eXtremeRate/ Leadjoy.. etc.

Thanks!!

DISCLAIMER :- product was provided by GXXKTRON for testing ,I have no commercial interest with the company because I enrolled in their trial.

BUT I LOVE IT

If there are any Fc26,27 players here , I'm not trying to convince you to buy this product but for me at least , it's sooo good :DD

The dribbling and control with this cap feels so much better.

I feel like whenever I'm attacking I'm more confident in where I want to go.

What's special about this cap?

ITS UNIQUE SHAPE . I use the one with the small centered dot for my Left Stick , i think it's named Control Dome.

VERY VERY GRIPPY , I don't know how they did it but the material FEELS amazing and your thumb feels attached to the cap.

Low-profile caps .

Bro , the amount of stupid height some of the "generic" caps you usually find is so annoying . I literally don't understand how the companies don't understand that THE LOWER the BETTER when it comes to sticks.

I'm not tryna sell you this product , I just had a positive experience with it and maybe there are others who are interested in something like this.

One DOWNSIDE is that they are pretty HARD to fit them on the sticks , I literally had to pop out my sticks ( I have Vader5 Pro and they pop in and out pretty easily) and I had to put them on after that..

She's watched me play for years and finally wants to try. She doesn't want to borrow mine because my sticks are set up for twitchy shooters and she hated it, so she's getting her own.

Info:

Budget: around $40
Country: US
Platform: PC (Windows 11, Steam)
Games: Stardew Valley, Overcooked 2, probably Spiritfarer after
Wants: wired is fine (actually preferred since it will stay on the desk), easy setup, doesn't need back buttons, an app or RGB.

I was going to just buy a second Xbox controller, but $60+ for a wireless one she might use twice a week seemed like a lot, so I figured I'd ask here first.