I bought this from an auction site in "Good condition". Aside from this, it works perfectly fine and came with everything in the box.
Is there any way I could possibly warranty this and get hopefully get a v2, or am I just SOL? Should I contact Flydigi directly or would that be a waste of time?
Mostly title, just curious. I just ordered a Gamesir G7 8k for my PC, not specifically because it's 8k, but because I like my G7 Pro for my Xbox and I'm tired of moving it back and forth, time to get a dedicated one for the PC.
But it got me curious, where do people feel the 8k is necessary? I mostly play Battlefield, Forza and Diablo, and while I'm sure the 8k is awesome, I don't really feel like any of those are "competitive" to the point an increase in polling rate is going to make any sort of major difference. Or am I wrong, and it actually does?
While I bought the Gamesir, I'm more asking as a general statement for higher polling rates, not specifically just the Gamesir.
I was testing the resolution of my new G7 SE with Stick Analyzer.
This was the result:
Duration: 18.65 seconds
Total data points: 201
Straight move points: 199
Tremor: 1.0%
Linearity: 94.6%
Stick Resolution: 210
Step Resolution: 0.00474
These are quiet low it seems.
Deegital Tech on YouTube has like 10 times more datapoints?
I went ahead and tested my old Xbox Controller and even that had higher results:
Duration: 8.24 seconds
Total data points: 385
Straight move points: 385
Tremor: 0.0% Linearity: 96.7%
Stick Resolution: 408
Step Resolution: 0.00245
Am I something missing? I put the polling on 500 hz for the Gamesir G7 SE so I can still enjoy the native trigger rumble (that is disabled at 1000 hz) but even when I tested at 1000 hz it still gave these rather low results.
Thanks in advance!
What is the best controller right now that's shaped like the Switch pro controller? The pro controller shape feels better in my hands than Xbox shaped controllers. I'd like to keep it around $100 but I'm trying to figure out what's out there so feel free to recommend something that's more if it is of good quality. I'm in the US, I can buy from anywhere that can ship here. I will primarily be using this controller to play games like Diablo IV and Elden Ring on my PC so it has to have to be able to connect to my computer but it would also be nice if it could connect to the Switch 2 as well.
DISCLAIMERS:
Hello controller addicts! So Leadjoy is a brand new name in the space but definitely NOT new faces, the R&D team are ex-BIGBIG WON (MOJHON) veterans which already had me curious the moment I heard about it. The Xeno Plus is their first serious swing at a dedicated controller and honestly? I went in skeptical, came out impressed. $60 for what's inside this thing is kinda wild. Let me break it all down.
No carrying case but given everything else that's packed in here it's a pretty understandable omission. The dock is a genuinely nice touch though, probably my favorite budget controller dock I've used, it's actually harder to put the controller in wrong than right which sounds minor but I love that design philosophy.
First thing you notice is it's a bit smaller than a typical Xbox-style pad. The grip angle is slightly stunted too. People with larger hands will feel it more than average sized hands, and if you're a claw gripper like some folks, the bumper placement is gonna take some adjustment. That said the weight is really well balanced. Not trying to be a premium heft controller but doesn't feel cheap light either, just... right. Build quality is solid. The plastic shell is high quality for the price even if it's fully plastic. The laser etched grip texture on the rear is so subtle you almost can't feel it which is a bit of a miss, definitely felt smoother than I'd like. One screw hidden behind a sticker during disassembly, tbh most brands do this but still annoying.
The joystick rubber caps are actually some of the best default caps I've touched. Super grippy, nice texture. The underlying plastic has this circular depression in the center that could show wear long term but easily solved by just swapping caps when needed.
those JS13 Pro TMR modules up close
JS13 Pro TMR modules. 12-bit resolution, 4096 step input. No inner dead zone, the stick responds immediately to literally the slightest touch. For FPS players this is a big deal. The linearity is genuinely impressive, micro-adjustments feel clean and repeatable. Tension is around 65gf, even resistance all the way around.
One thing I did notice: on the left stick between roughly 90°-180° the input distance registered slightly shorter than the rest of the circle. Could be magnetic interference from the adjacent hall trigger magnets, could be a beta unit quirk, could be a firmware thing. The fix is easy, extend the outer deadzone in software and it compensates fine. I didn't notice it meaningfully in actual gameplay after adjusting. Worth mentioning though especially for people that depend on very repeatable micro-adjustment muscle memory.
Latency wise this thing is genuinely top tier. Around 6ms average over 2.4GHz wireless which is well under what most people will ever notice. Comparable to controllers costing 2-3x more.
The ABXY uses a double layer microswitch setup, plunger into silicone membrane into switch. The silicone does mute the tactile feedback a bit compared to bare microswitches. Still satisfying, still notably better than most controllers in this range. Pre travel is minimal. They feel premium for the price.
D-pad is a round shield style. Not designed with fighting games in mind, works really well for directional inputs in FPS though. Sturdy, reliable, feels a step above budget but not top tier.
Dual mode triggers are a standout feature. Hall linear mode gives you smooth analog input for racing/flying, physical microswitch lock turns them into instant digital buttons, perfect for FPS. for FPS. The trigger locks feel absolutely top tier. Instant actuation, super satisfying click. Default trigger deadzone is 5-95 which I'd recommend keeping, at 0 they fire from the tiniest touch which takes adjustment.
Bumpers are the weakest part. Require more force to actuate than everything else, the angle makes them awkward especially if your hands are larger or you grip differently. They use microswitches but the design makes them feel the most muted. Manageable but I hope Leadjoy revisits the bumper angle in V2.
4 rear buttons arranged in a low profile row across the back. The outer two closest to the grips feel legitimately amazing, no membrane, immediate tactile click, laser etched grip texture that basically grabs your fingertips. Could spam them all day. The inner two (L4/R4) sit a bit further inward and take a few sessions to adjust to but they do work. After a week of use all 4 are usable, the inner placement is just less ideal ergonomically.
The PC and mobile app is seriously impressive for a first release. More fine-tuning options than pretty much anything else I've used at this level. Deadzone control, stick curve customization, button remapping to keyboard/mouse/macros, turbo/rapid fire (5x/10x/20x/30x), 3 onboard profiles, gyro tuning. There's also an AI Visual Recurve feature that reads your actual in-game stick response via phone camera and generates a compensating curve, it's experimental and kinda clunky to set up but conceptually this is really cool and solves a real problem of games having inconsistent built-in stick curves. The app also has an AI assistant to help tune for specific games.
Minor translation hiccups here and there, clearly a new app, but the bones are excellent.
1000mAh battery, rated ~30 hours. In extended sessions (8-12 hours) the battery held up fine, never saw a low battery warning across multiple long sessions. Connection over 2.4GHz was rock solid. Tested at 12ft from the dock with dongle plugged in, zero drops or hiccups.
For $60 this thing really shouldn't exist. TMR sticks, dual-mode triggers with microswitch locks, modular motion control, best-in-class software, genuine 1000Hz polling on wireless, you're looking at internals that show up on controllers at $80-100+. The cost savings show up in the plastic shell feel and bumper ergonomics, not in performance. That's exactly the right trade to make.
FPS players are going to get the most out of this, the sticks and trigger locks are tuned perfectly for it. Claw grippers or big-handed folks might find the bumpers frustrating. And if you're coming from a more expensive pad expecting premium materials, manage expectations on feel vs function.
I can't think of another controller at this price I'd recommend over it. A few things to iron out for V2 but as a first controller from a new brand? Genuinely one of the better launches I've seen.
PRICE/VALUE: 9/10 The internals-to-price ratio is almost embarrassing. A few material quality trade-offs are the only thing keeping this from a 10.
ERGONOMICS: 7.5/10 Well balanced, comfortable grips for average hands. Smaller frame and bumper placement hold it back for larger hands and claw grip users.
FUNCTIONALITY: 9/10 Dual-mode triggers, 4 rear buttons, modular motion modules, gyro, remapping, macros, it does a lot and most of it well.
PERFORMANCE: 9/10 Top-tier latency, excellent TMR sticks, 1000Hz wireless. Minor left stick input distance quirk on some units.
SOFTWARE: 9.5/10 Best customization app I've seen at this price tier. A few translation quirks being the only real issue.
OVERALL: 9/10
Xbox has launched a Platform to collect feedback and what users really want.
This is both for the console, but also Xbox on PC.
I think universal gyro adoption is being held back by the Xbox controller, so let's make some noise!
I don't really care about features as long a it lasts at least a year or two (i don't think i can expect more from this price range)
i'm fine with wired too
i put symmetrical in the title mainly because i haven't really had experience with xbox style controllers and i feel like it would be hard for me to reach up there and hold it as i have a bit smaller hands than the average, but if you have experience in both styles i can be persuaded
price range, i'd actually would like to put down to more like 20€ but i don't know what I can find there
I'm replacing an Xbox Series controller that's developed stick drift, story as old as time. I'm a PC exclusive gamer in the US whose only used 1st party or budget options before. Budget is a flexible $80. I have issues with my hand going to sleep as I game laying on my side, the weight of my controller(287g) rests on my left hand. Willing to go wired to reduce weight or try different shapes.
Games: Beam.NG, American Truck Sim, Singleplayer story-walking games.
Priorities:
Considering: ZD New Super Legend, GameSir G7 SE. That's just what I found within a couple hours of researching, open to options. I'm confident I won't use hair triggers, trackpads, or very-high polling rate. I don't know if I'd appreciate clickier buttons or not.
I ended up purchasing a GuliKit TT MAX I found at a discount. It has a voice coil rumble in place of the standard motors. I figure this will be interesting enough to feel like an upgrade while being more reliable. The catch is I'll have to adapt to a symetrical layout but I doubt it'll be an issue as my only controller.
Bought a GuliKit Hyperlink 2 controller adapter last year, and I've been having issues with it disconnecting my controllers, entering a state where the adapter light is solidly on rather than slowly or quickly blinking, which requires me to unplug it for 30 seconds and replug before it'll go back to blinking and allow my already paired controller to connect. This seems to happen after my computer has been on for a few hours, whether the adapter is in use or not. I'm on my second adapter since October, with the previous one only lasting about 10 minutes before the whole reconnect dance was required. Has anyone else experienced this, and is this just shoddy hardware, or has anyone found a fix? For context, I'm using it on and Windows PC, connecting an Xbox One controller to it
I use controllers for Racing games and Rocket League on my Pc. Mainly Rocket League destroys the sticks with speed flips and wall dashes where i have to violently flick the stick from one side to the other. My problem is im looking for a controller with very similar feel like a Ps4 controller. The price solely depends on function. If it has hall effects i would go up to 180€ (i live in germany)... if it doesnt then i dont want to go over 70 which now gives me a problem as the Ps4 controllers are becoming rarer and more expensive. Left stick on the bottom is a hard requirement. And then i just want anything that feels as closely as a Ps4 controller in your hand. Ive played on a friends Ps5 controller a few times and it feels way to chunky for me. Scuf doesnt make Ps4 controllers anymore and the only ones i find are cheap Ps4 controller knockoffs for 20€ on amazon.
TL DR
Ps4 controllers are getting too expensive now so im looking for same ergonomics/form of a Ps4 controller for 60€ with similar quality to the original or Ps4 controller ergonomics with hall effect sticks for up to 180€.
living in germany. Can buy from any available online site. Playing on Pc
I got the white version because it looked nice, but after only a few weeks of use, it's already a dirt magnet. I've tried cleaning it, but I can never get it fully clean.
Any tips on what products actually work?
DISCLAIMER: NYXI sent me this controller for review. However, I can say whatever I want and no one will watch this video beforeit goes public.
There are some things in this controller that are great and some are borderline terrible.
TLDR: Can't recommend...
Currently checking on this because I noticed there are some things I can't do in certain games, and I saw the reason why now.
Games Tested: Forza horizon, Forza Motorsport, Man Of Medan, Hollow Knight, Silksong, Deadcells, Fifa 17, Battlefield 6, Spider-Man Remastered, Brawlhalla and some more.
Platform Used: Windows, Android, IOS and Linux
This is a long term review of the aforementioned controller.
You get the Controller, some paperwork, a matching Dongle and a matching type-c cable as well.
Fairly smaller and more handy compared to other xbox styled controller. Some might like, some might not. I have hands on the larger size but i still like it since it sits quite snug.
The Sides are a lot more straight compared to the angled design of xbox controller.
Its quite comfy none the less, there is Textured back on which your palm can rest so even on long sessions it wont slip out.
The whole body is mostly made of plastic like every other controller.
But the seams are noticeable, and over time gunk might settle there, and since its a light coloured controller, it will be quite noticeable.
The buttons are quite clicky and tactile. Only gripe being the Dpad has quite some play to it and you might not like it. But not the end of the world.
Alongside the usual shoulder buttons and triggers, there’s an additional programmable shoulder button on each side.
The Hall Effect triggers unfortunately have a fairly noticeable deadzone. You need roughly 30% trigger travel before inputs start registering. They are Playstation Style triggers.
There are 2 Extra Macro buttons on the front which you can setup ( really helpful for combos and such). I will link one more reddit post for help with configuring the controller (https://www.reddit.com/r/Controller/comments/1hu5faa/guide_for_8bitdo_ultimate_2c_wireless_controller/)
The Analog sticks are Hall Effect And are very accurate. Theres a 0 Deadzone mode for even more accuracy. They are protruding slightly less compared to other controllers. So they feel quite snappy.
They have medium tension. Quite Precise and smooth to use.
No stick drift so far after 6 months.
Im personally quite happy with the buttons.
Tri-Mode Connectivity does come really handy.
( PS: This controller doesnt connect to XBOX or Playstation)
there is a colour matching USB-A dongle in the box. only while using dongle will you get the advertised 1000hz polling rate, which i did get.
( Though tbh unlike a mouse where i do feel a difference between 125hz and 1000hz, it wasnt as noticeable here).
By pressing the toggle at the back of the controller you can switch to bluetooth mode. Which does connects to Pc and Mobile. but on PC it will only connect with Dinput with bluetooth. and not Xinput for some reason.
On mobile it works flawlessly ( Both IOS and Android).
Works just as well. Nothing much to speak about here, it just works.
And to the 2 linux users ( it does connect to linux as well, as i have tried myself ;) )
Definitely one of my gripes, its quite a barebones software and is only to be used for updating the controller and the dongle.
Doesnt even let you reduce the polling rate from 1000hz to 125hz on dongle even if you want to preserve battery.
Honestly have been getting really great battery life. Can last anywhere from 10-20 hours of use.
And it Charges pretty fast at most in an hour with a type c cable.
One of the places i think this controller takes an L.
its not Bad by any means but at similar price range some other controllers might have better feedback.
The vibration feels fairly generic and lacks the depth/intensity of an Xbox controller.
Becuase its 1000hz, theres virtually no Latency.
Even in Bluetooth mode, latency wasn’t noticeable during normal gameplay.
After 6 months, the sticks still feel tight and I haven’t noticed any drift issues.
Buttons also still feel tactile with no major wear so far.
After 6 months, I still think this is one of the better value-for-money controllers if you mainly play on PC/mobile and want Hall Effect sticks without spending a lot.
It definitely has compromises, especially vibration quality and software, but overall I’ve been pretty happy with it.
Ask me any questions if youre curious :D
Over the years, i've noticed the two parts that i always break are the joysticks and the bumpers, Official xbox controllers, 8bitdo, and others i have broken the bumpers. Controllers with hall effect or TMR i have had good results regarding the durability of the joysticks, but the bumpers... most of my controllers have bumper issues within a year of purchase.
So id like any recomendation for sturdy controllers, specially in the bumpers. what technology is the most dutable? membrane or microswitch? The games i play usually use the right bumper for sprinting. Genshin, MH Wilds, Destiny, so i push the bumpers a lot.
budget can be up to around 100 USD (1500 - 2000 MXN), though im buying online from latin america, specifically Mexico (amazon, mercado libre are the two main online shops here). im looking for a wireless controller for PC gaming (windows and steam). id prefer if the controller also had at least extra bumpers on the top, as i find them useful for games with poor controller maping. But the durability of the main bumpers is what im looking for the most.
i have heard the flydigi vader 5 is very sturdy, and saw a video about a MOHJOHN rainbow 3 controller that supposedly has microswitch on every single button and bumper
Any advice, tips, recomendations are very welcome. Thanks for the help!
Just got an 8BitDo Ultimate 2C and I’ve been testing the sticks.
Using it on Windows 11
Out of the box:
After updating:
The values changed to:
Then I tried the manual calibration method:
LB + RB + Minus + Plus for 8 seconds, rotate sticks, press triggers, then press the combo again to save.
After that, the circularity values became inconsistent:
Center values currently look like:
Does it revert to the factory setting again, and is the current percentage acceptable?
Like tbh this is my first "good" controller, the one I had before was let's say shitty.
It's still in the replacement window, so should I go ahead and do that, or is this okay, really confused.
Have not seen this here yet. Yesterday 8bitdo announced the pre-order timing for the Ultimate 3E (150$) XBOX Pro Controller.
At the same time they also silently revealed a cheaper (99$) version called Ultimate 3 =
What's the smallest functional (touchpad included) Playstation 4/5 compatible controller? Is there anything small enough to hang on a keychain or flat enough to toss in a pocket?
budget: $300
location: US
buying platform: Amazon, Aliexpress or direct from reputable controller manufacturer's website
compatibility: PS4, PS5, macOS, iOS
desired features: PS layout, touchpad, bluetooth
genres played: sports, turned based games
comparable: 8bitdo mini controllers
Looking for a new gamepad controller for fighting games, mainly sf6. I want either hall effect or TMR sticks I don't mind playing wired as I want minimum latency. I would welcome extra buttons. Ideally I don't want to spend more than £100 ($134). I'm on PC mainly but compatibility with PS4 would be a bonus although not a requirement at all. Controllers I was looking at include the 8bitDo ultimate 2 and gamesir G7 pro. I perform motion inputs using the analog sticks (weird ik) but I don't want a membrane dpad I like the feel of micro switches. I really don't know anything about the controller space so assume I'm a complete noob (I am). I'm from the UK but I don't mind buying from other countries such as China if the delivery fees don't exceed my budget. I usually surf sites such as eBay, Amazon and AliExpress. What would you guys/girls recommend?
Hello!
Just recently bought this FlyDigi Apex 5 controller.
I don't think I missed anything when setting this up, but it doesn't work on many of my games.
Does not work on:
- Diablo 4
- Ravenswatch
- DMC 5 (pirated/crack)
- Expedition 33 (pirated/crack)
It does work on:
- Hades 2 (pirated/crack)
- Shape of dreams
- steam "big picture mode"
What could be the issue? On the FlyDigi Space Station Application, I can edit everything, and it seems to apply (screen, lighting, etc.)
Things I have tried:
Please let me know how to fix this, thanks!
