GameSir X2 Type-C Mobile Gaming Controller Review

[@MrSujano]

Moral of the story here: Great controller, but don't pick it up if you're specifically getting it for EggNS.

[@NewbieTetris]

@@dannyd4339 who's judging??

[@NewbieTetris]

IMO, this controller is not that good at its price. The only reason people buy this controller is for eggns. The buttons are just a basic tactile buttons, including the R,L,ZR,ZL buttons. Analog sticks are quite okay, just like the xbox controller clones have. Nothing fancy on this controller despite the fact it is priced around 50-60 usd. Better get a diff controller that also supports usb c

[@MrSujano]

@@dannyd4339 I was saying I like the controller, but EggNS kinda sucks. Controversy aside, EggNS is buggy and it's emulation accuracy is poor. I'm not judging anyone. People are free to do what they want. I'm saying they will probably be let down by Egg NS.

[@assassinhidblade5147]

@@dannyd4339 What. I love this controller but you cannot ignore the problem with Eggns, which is stealing codes from a well known emulator and then try to make money from it, Eggns also is forcing you to use this controller and wont work with ant others. Its leaves a bad mark on emulation, and their practice is far worst than Nintendo shutting down eshops. There a lot of bad with vibes the emulator that its too long to list here. If your still getting the contoller for EggNs, you can do it if you want, Sujano isn't saying your a POS if your using it. His just criticising what's EggNs been doing. Kinda like the samw debacle with Epic Game store and its annoying exclusive.

[@assassinhidblade5147]

@@dannyd4339 You can if you don't credit them and then use it for your own profit. Its shaddy as heck. Youre really asking for it so here some stuff. 1)You need an account to use it 2) Eggns is locked to only the gamesir x2 3) You can only use it while online and NEEDS to be online all the time 4) It require permission that no other emulation needs like location, acess for contacts and etc 5) Its like DamonPs2, where that emu chargw you by coin, this charge you by knowing your information and forcing you to but a controller. Another clarification, even tho they took code from Yuzu, the dev from yuzu have say they dont mind if they making money from it, but what they don't like is how they breaking license agreement and use their code without making it public.

[@ksd.gaming]

I honestly bought this controller because it could attach to my phone directly, just like a Switch Controller. Didn't know about eggNS until much later.

[@DR3_34D]

Same

[@Ryusuta]

I bought this controller several months ago partially because of this review, and I have absolutely loved the hell out of it ever since. Genuinely brilliant piece of technology very much worth the price.

[@srvuk]

A better review, although no mention of whether the triggers are analogue. It is overpriced, like many controllers and the comments regarding the longer term build quality make the expense even more precarious. It only really has the Razer Kishi as competition, so more manufacturers should come in to provide some decent lower priced options with the same functionality/quality. I would also rather have a combined Bluetooth and USB-C device and see no reason why this could not happen. I do like the moveable USB-C connector which will reduce the possibility of damage and the case is a nice touch. I am glad that you were honest about your pros and cons and not seeking to frame downsides like too many other tech reviewers in order that they don't upset their hardware providers. Bottom line is that Gamesir really need to do more to make it worth the price or reduce the price in the first place. And I have never heard accessories pronounced in that way lol

[@BillBill_86]

Triggers aren't analog. So for games like Mario Sunshine, you have to use a fork of dolphin emulator for the special threshold R trigger.

[@enragedkaiser237]

I love this controller so much! Playing Game Boy games with it on my phone using Retroarch is so great.

[@ericamarcantonio8770]

That's what I want to use this for. I think it suffices, correct?

[@father042]

My old dedicated gaming phone has a micro USB port so I got bluetooth version for it instead, it works great I didn't really notice any input lag

[@ludvigtheowopaladin]

How many hours does the battery runs or last for you?

[@father042]

@@ludvigtheowopaladin At least 10I think

[@tcabdo]

Loving the fair and honest reviews!

[@MrMartellSincere]

I got that same GameSir X2 for my Samsung Galaxy S10E. Now I'm excited to get the Ayn Odin Pro Handheld Super Pack very soon. Glad that GameSir X2 had served its Purpose for me. Nonetheless, great work here Mr. s

[@kamikaze00007]

You mentioned there being better alternatives for the same price. You never mentioned which ones though.

[@julianzuloaga]

The infamous GameSir X2 controller. Well, I'm glad to know your opinion on it, I think it's a good product itself.

[@JumCuggler]

Love the reviews. Please keep them coming if you can.

[@MrSujano]

I will do my best!

[@TWHISPERER]

I used this controller last night and I can't get back to my regular phone, the game screen from the controller is always one, how do I get out of it? Also, the buttons don't work on every game as it didn't work on Octopath Traveler, which I found out last night. I still had to swipe on the screen and use the screen buttons for this game, but first thing is to get out of the controller's page and back to my normal phone windows.

[@LeonardoSilva-ih9ld]

I got one for me 4 months ago and it´s working well until now. But I think he´s right when he says that maybe it won´t last for a long time. And it could be sold cheaper too.

[@TylerMBuller12]

You forgot to mention the button mapping software it comes with. You can map games like pubg and cod mobile that don't work with standard android or xbox controllers touch screen only type games. It's super useful and one of the reasons I kind of want to get one but I already have a razor kishi which is good it just lacks the button mapping software. Would be nice to see some type of info on that because there isn't a ton out there would like to know if it actually works.

[@SkyYukiGuy]

Wouldn't mantis gamepad software work with Razer Kishi?

[@TylerMBuller12]

@@SkyYukiGuy I was not aware of that app thanks.

[@theblacksorrow]

exactly, I've heard that you can map the buttons with this controller and expected it to be mentioned in the review, but still a great and useful review

[@JohnTurney]

You completely skipped touch emulation. KILLER Feature in my opinion.

[@ivdsto]

does it fit for samsung s22?

[@tonyshotgun77]

Will Galaxy s22 ultra work with this controller?

[@kamm3021]

A while ago i did ask you which one to get, gamesir x2 or 8bitdo pro 2, you said get 8bitdo pro 2 with phone clip, and I'm glad i did it's wonderful with too many customization and it works with my PC too

[@MrSujano]

The 8bitdo Pro 2 is amazing

[@XxfieryfirexX]

Overall a good controller but no pressure sensitive triggers. Which means no racing games or super Mario sunshine and any that use analog triggers

[@MegaManNeo]

Rough pricing but I'd like to have the USB-C variant for Moonlight/Steam Remote Play/Parsec/Xcloud eventually nonetheless.

[@MrMis1osm]

things i that i want to be improved about gamesir x2 1-the USB-C port doesn't support 15w charging which means sometimes even when connected to power it still loses power 2- the USB c port should support audio!! so I could plug in a USB c headphones or just add a headphone jack 3-the buttons are a bit too small for me for extended use 4-the screenshot button should be remappable so is the home button 5- when switching between charging and not charging the phone the controller disconnects and reconnects which caused problems in some games

[@MrSujano]

Great points!

[@william41017]

What!? The usb c port doesn't support audio? So the only options we have are the phone's speakers or bluetooth headphones! That sucks

[@juanjohntramos7196]

Nice review . This game controller is great, because all you have to do is attach ( most cellphone) cellphone. Then open game app ( this is most apps that are compatible to do this ) start playing . There no other down loads needed . Simple and easy.

[@WheeledHamster]

The real magic here is how this man can execute perfect dragon punch with a thumbstick. Please show me the way.

[@davidariyan7915]

Very good. I like that they're also included joysticks "protector" so it can have longer durability. Because what i remember in these ps2 controller back then, they faster to get damaged. I also like the USB c port is having flexible move. Really really good.

[@bpcgos]

Yeah, I remember I have to replace analog module on my nephew PS2 back then quite often

[@father042]

Weird how this one has Nintendo layout but Bluetooth one has Xbox Layout

[@ExperienceTheMelodii]

That is weird

[@crestofhonor2349]

I’ve always preferred wired controllers for my phone. I currently use the backbone since I have an iphone

[@bpzay2491]

Great video, I been looking at this controller I primarily want to play dolphin emulator and Sega Dreamcast emulator along with some Android mobile games which do you prefer the Bluetooth version or the type-c version also did you have any issues using the emulators

[@MagikarpUsedOmnisplash]

I have this. Cool controller, but I'd never trust EGG NS, because the whole program is very shady. The fact that you can recharge while gaming is great. Can't have your phone in a case, though. The type C port won't fit.

[@julinyas]

Love this controller but sometimes getting the gamesir world app to work with apps--sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.

[@kalebbrown8545]

Are you capable to map out your own button layout?

[@deadtheories4170]

Eggns does preform well though for it being a Switch emulator

[@cubemage3336]

it would be nice to include SOME recommendations when you say that there are better controllers in the same price range...

[@atifghafoor6258]

On the type c version can you move the charging part to the left for a phone that doesn't have the type c port in the middle of the phone.

[@johnsmith9205]

I got this one when the Razer Kishi didn't fit my RedMagic. I hadn't heard of EggNS at the time, so I kind of regret it in that sense, but it was an awesome controller for my winter holidays vacation, I played a lot of emulated beat'em ups with it. I especially liked it in with the flycast core with the super-widescreen hack in RetroArch. It also worked well with Lemuroid, MAME4droid (0.139u1), DuckStation, AetherSX2, and Dolphin - Gamecube.

[@JordanOpitz]

Saved my bum with this video man thanks heaps bought this gamepad for my ROG 6 then realised through the video the type C connection won't work with my phone because the charging port is in an awkward place on the ROG 6 . Luckily I realised in time to swap it out for the Bluetooth version so cheers for the video and saving my bum 😅😍

[@ChubbyChecker182]

Thanks for the review, I think it's one of the best solutions around for playing games on a phone. The biggest weakness it has is the trigger buttons are not analogue. I have had one for a few months, and my Poco X3 NFC fits in nicely, even with a case on it... I think it's very good. Mind you I got mine second hand and cheap so I do agree that it is a bit too expensive for a new purchase

[@spideymen1544]

Howmuch did you bough a second hand

[@joandarc441]

Is it good enough for hardcore fighting game stuff???

[@stephaniedaley6318]

Can confirm extension lengths. I have a note 10 and it fits

[@bignugs1549]

What would you recommend then plz

[@jamesbacani6331]

You forgot to mention that this is the type-c 2021 version because your background is showing the OG version which has a different dpad.

[@davidariyan7915]

In the official market, the only available now is only the 2021 version, because it's more useful it have linked dpad. The 2020 ver. are likely being discontinued because it has some issues and maybe got copyrighted by Nintendo because it's design too similar with Switch. The 2021 is having more personality though.

[@davidariyan7915]

He clearly show it though. Look at the background. 06:34.

[@jamesbacani6331]

@@davidariyan7915 fair enough. 👍

[@jorgeestrada6477]

Got mine for 39$ which I thought was decent 😊

[@chrislaramee4398]

Finally... you can now play 2000+ switch games :P

[@Nessi_ks]

Does this also work for xbox cloud gaming? does Bluetooth stay turned off?

[@afrz-z]

Can I use headphones on this controller?

[@Ryusuta]

Out of curiosity, what sort of price point would you consider about right for this? Given that 70 is a bit steep, what would you find more reasonable a price to snag it for?

[@qhaosplays]

Does this controllers work for Yuzu?

[@theunknownpsy8221]

Can it connect via bluetooth? Can i use an adapter for this for ios or android?

[@Zorion98]

I personally love this thing honestly I didn't know about the eggns thing until now despite that I'm still going to use this thing because I like using it with emulator stuff with no input lag

[@gilgamashu1435]

Im considering the Bluetooth version but im worried that the phone might heat up too much because it seems that there is no space for air at the back

[@Neopanther]

On sale for 39.99 as of the writing of my comment.

[@solanumtuberosa]

Does the passthrough work for otg devices?

[@sovo1212]

Is there a hacked version of EggNS, not requiring that controller?

[@accountid9681]

nope, but the skyline emulator is making great progress. also it's open source, and you won't need to worry about malware. A few 2d games are already functional, and BOTW boots to the menu.

[@davidariyan7915]

It will never happened. The app doesn't have on screen controller though.

[@davidariyan7915]

@@accountid9681 Skyline will take years to make any games even playable Except sonic mania. No matter how good specs your phone it will just show you BLANK SCREEN.

[@sovo1212]

@@davidariyan7915 Well, you don't need on screen controller, just intercept/mimick inputs programmed for the Gamesir controller, and then use another one.

[@davidariyan7915]

@@sovo1212 they app itself won't and never be hacked that way. Because it also made by Gamesir and or in co-operation with. It have DRM enabled through online at the start of a game. Egg NS was designed with this controller from the very start. So hacking it wont be necessary. Just go use real switch or wait skyline to be even playable maybe years from now, if you don't like this particular controller.

[@beautyneytiri]

i don't understand why you say that thougth as i clearly see that the controller stretches quite a bit further as you're plugging the phone in.

[@zelinkavo]

Hi bro. The USB port can be used for a SDXC-card adapter? Thanks!

[@prime9908]

I see that you are making reviews of controllers Mr sujano also if I may can you do a controller review of gamesir g3 controller?

[@904colin]

Thanks for the review Jeff Goldblum

[@JoseRamirez-hi8fw]

Does it work on retroarch on android

[@squadd_1818]

I got mine a little over a week ago and my right analog is drifting to the left and completely unresponsive when moved to the right. I've always put it back in the case after use and kept it in there especially when traveling. I will say I'm not 100% disappointed with it because it worked right out the box and I used it everyday since i got it. Mine could've very well been defective or I may have damaged it somehow without knowing. But I'm sending mine back for a refund and trying the razer kishi. I don't know if anyone else had a similar issue with this controller, just sharing my personal experience.

[@Ztranger]

Why pass through not working on ma phone ?T.T OP7T Pro android 11, got it to work once for brief, but never again, the LED just blink, and the phone charges but controller wont work

[@Ztranger]

wait, just after i typed this comment, now it's working? i did abit of the G+Home button switching and it works....

[@cayofrancoguine9790]

Why no one complains that it blocks the P2 phone jack ? I'm buying one of these to use an old Smarphone for "retro gaming", the worst thing about this is that I will have to use Bluetooth Headphones with this controller connected.

[@shion_lwn]

got this controller today, since Gamesir x2 oro didnt work with Fold4. Mmm..you are right. this controller does feel cheapy for the price (CAD$). I tried with my Note10+ and Fold4 that are both in case.. nooope USB-C connector was not long enough! thats kind of pain in the butt that im having to remove case especially from fold4. its case has tiny double-sided tapes, and by removing multiple times it probably wont stick to the phone any more. and after the 2nd attempt, usb-c on the controller got loose. is it supposed to be loose ? i didnt even check that.

[@RCDEPENDANT]

Note 9 be ok?

[@beautyneytiri]

so it won't work with my Galaxy s21 ultra as it's almost 6,5'' ?

[@Ricnorast]

I had this a while now using an s10 and s21 and had no trouble with any of it

[@Lucas7xyz]

Does this controller work with codm?

[@msvalina007]

Does anyone know of a site or video of how to map buttons for games that aren't controller-native?

[@AlexBaldwinFTW]

If this was £50 I'd pick it up in a heartbeat - it's about £90 here ATM which is insane. I got a Razor Kishi for about £65 a couple of weeks ago and it's honestly blown me away - it makes emulation gaming instantly more accessible and grab and go - but I could see myself getting this also once it's cheaper.

[@christophersavart5589]

Razor is definitely a better value in my opinion

[@ludvigtheowopaladin]

From where im from the razer kishi cost around £90-100 And the GameSir x2 cost around £50-65

[@CCFC_86]

On sale now for £41 Amazon

[@AndrewSpec]

I bought this controller to use with EggNS and was working fine. After Mi 11 was updated to Android 12 it just can't connect. The blue led blinks. The controller is working fine when I connect it to any other phone.

[@Abilimarvellous]

There's a new update for Android 12, update the game sir app.

[@AndrewSpec]

@@Abilimarvellous it's not a problem with the app itself but with Android 12 support. Something is missing in the Xiaomi implementation.

[@Watcher4876]

My R2 button does not work most times but beyond that, controller is good enough. There are better options out there. If you can afford the other alternatives, go for that instead

[@LM77va]

If I'm laying on my back in the bed 🛏️ while playing does the phone fall out due to gravity? The darn thing does look flimsy.

[@thatchbro1234]

Love this controller.

[@willwroten4871]

I just bought this. Then u said 6.8" I have a pixel 7 pro and s23 ultra. I really hope it fits right.

[@crismardeocampo9286]

will that work on android 11?

[@swordimpulse07]

Anyone find it weird that the plug is on the left?

[@godchi1dvonsteuben770]

They're $55 bucks now, but everything else has shot up to $100 because of Backbone's outrageous price and tremendous marketing budget bringing attention to the wired docking phone controller market. Everyone bought bluetooth, but now that they know that there is a version of docking controllers that wire straight into the phone, that's what everyone wants....... And the only reason anyone knows that is because of Backbones marketing. So thank you Backbone for making all of the $40 controllers out there $100. At least Gamesir is still $55

[@OENIGMA1]

Does this work with Galaxy A series? ( I have a Galaxy A51 )

[@kruger2635]

From what I have seen if you are using Bluetooth version and Bluetooth 5.0 phone the latency is non existent.

[@NormalCleanCars]

This is the only controller i know of that works the best on the Fold 5 ... The USB C being on the left side means my Folding screen will be correct side up... With all other controllers and even GameSir X3 , the USB C is on the right side. I dont emulate games, i just cloud game and do some Genshin Impact, i almost got the Kishi controller BUT it doesn't support remapping keys for touch screen games.

[@nujhumshonda1298]

Great for 3nds

[@EfficientTrout]

I appreciate it has type c output, low latency while gaming and more reliable than bluetooth For some odd reason, my ps4 controller random disconnect sometimes while playing via bluetooth, so i had to use cable when gaming.

[@LogosGaming]

That is a awesome controller all click no sponge but the D button should pivot more. I tried a lot of controller and it is near the quality of Xbox.

[@TheHairlessChimp]

Will it work with a Samsung Note 20 Ultra?

[@cidanarch]

As long as you have a type c USB port

[@garpgp92]

Mine saying this "There is not enough memory, please delete some and save."

[@youzernejm]

Now I'm wondering if my Poco X3 Pro would even fit. Phones are getting gigantic, especially these cheaper ones, but the controllers aren't

[@meanderking]

it does fit. we have the same model :)

[@youzernejm]

@@meanderking thank you!

[@robertceron9056]

i like telescopic controllers but the real ones I like is half ones like fly digi or ifyoo controller

[@954hairfarmer]

THE KING 👑

[@SpeedyFlix]

Working properly on gbc emulator but won't work while using steam link. I'm using android 12. Any tips on how to make this work using steam link? Thanks

[@JakeKet]

I really want the gamesir but refuse to buy it since eggns requires it... feels fishy

[@ludvigtheowopaladin]

Still can't decide if I'll buy the x2 or type C

[@MrSujano]

Your call. Bluetooth is nice to not worry about damaging the USBC port

[@jamescoyle9972]

Best one by far is the razor v2

[@dbadguy1494]

S21 ultra fits perfectly..6.5

[@Gabsjolo]

Can you help me why mobile legends cannot support my Infinix Note 10 pro into Gamesir X2 type C controller.

[@vonn10100]

Bought this week and it's not compatible with my phone or It just don't work so I'm returning back to the drawing board for me

[@tonyzza67]

Can someone help me here. In this video show that the biggest phone must be 6 inches. My mobile is 6.7 with the case. It is not easy take case out everytime want play. But even take out is 6.3 Are sure the dementions? Because in the start the video show the box that write 173mm. Does anybody known about this? Thanks.

[@drescythe1531]

I wasn't really expecting a lot from this controller/emulator but I've been blown away. I'd rather use this controller than my actual joycons. Like don't even get me started on how pissed I was when I held my switch for the first time and held this tiny little plastic Twinkies. I lost so many matches in arms because of it. Great controller, if your not looking for egg ns I recommend the Bluetooth version. I've had it for a good minute now and it's my go to for wild rift but not for any fps. If your looking for a good fps controller cause Apex is coming out I recommend the flydigi wasp 2. I got 2 videos playing Apex mobile from a few months ago on my channel. It's amazing, it's only one handed but trust me once you get used to looking around with your thumb it's way more precise than a controller thumb stick. Weirdly enough I never had a problem with the right joystick. Then again the controller feels tiny in my hands. I do believe it does have malware or something, I've been getting weird emails and weird shit being sent to my Google drive but I don't even use Google drive. Another weird thing was all my Google accounts were logged out in my browser. My internet browser glitches badly when the app is running. Idk if this is happening to anyone else but all of this started once I got the controller and made an account. I'm also getting emails that I'm signing up for weird stuff like Medicare. The night I got the controller I got 2 emails around 4 am that I created an account then got a phone call about it later on that day. I did find a weird app that was also installed the day I got the controller which was running in the background. When I finally found it, it had no picture app it was just blank. I thought about doing a factory reset but I really can't find anything else out of the ordinary. Deleting that unknown app did help. Things have been quiet but the app does make my phone glitch out sometimes the app crashes and my phone does a weird refresh thing then goes straight to the home screen. Maybe I'm just being paranoid but when he brought it up, it got me thinking hard... I would have never noticed till I turned off "do not disturb" and my notifications was flooded with all sorts of crap.

[@azhighwayz2310]

I was torn between this and the Kishi. Ended up going with the Kishi because it has analogue L2 and R2 trigger buttons. The Gamesir X2 did not have analogue buttons. Some of the driving games I play on emulators make good use of analogue buttons so it was the Kishi for me. I had to remove the rubber on one side to fit my Red Magic 6S Pro but still works perfectly fine.

[@davidariyan7915]

What do you mean analog button Being L2 & R2. It should be L3 & R3. Gamesir does have this. Just press the analog. It will sound click.

[@Lisuccia00]

@@davidariyan7915 no they mean L2 and R2 as analog input, like the gamecube or the xbox controller, the more you press the more it register the input, the gamesir has a mouse clicky button as l2 r2

[@davidariyan7915]

@@Lisuccia00 yes i know. Like for use nitrous oxide in NFS games right? I guess you just need to press it once and holding it. It's a universal controller build around switch controller style made for Android. So don't expect to high. You can't have it both ways.

[@assassinhidblade5147]

@@davidariyan7915 L3/R3 is the sticks. L2/R2 is for the triggers in the front. The gamesir and the swirch, are clicking button, no travels and you cant control the acceleration of a car. While the Kishi have analog for the L2/R2 triggers, so you have finer control for driving games.

[@assassinhidblade5147]

@@davidariyan7915 No, you really confused here. Those are button when you press the sticks. These are the button for the front bottom triggers which can also be analog but the gamesir x2 isnt.

[@TheCOMICCOMMANDER]

NOT WORKING!!!! Galaxy A32 5g here and I cant get it to work at all. It tells me "phone doesnt support g-tough, please use v-touch". When I open it through the gamelauncher (Priority OFF) the controls are all screwed up and there is NO floating ICON widget for me to select to map buttons. DOES NOT WORK

[@brandiel_01]

Thanks

[@Tony-ow3if]

Thanks for your concise and sincere review!! Very much appreciated. Has anyone tried it out on a DJI Ryse Tello Drone?

[@falkirk851]

Anyone knows if is there any security issue with switch emulators? I mean, I'm not comfortable to use emulators in the same smartphone where I use bank apps.😐

[@Jhona_Lex]

Just my opinion here. When we are talking about telescopic controllers, there aren't too many options out there. Razer kishi is another great option, and maybe superior in quality, but it is $30 more expensive, and also has downsides. I have both, and personally, I like more the Gamesir X2. Also, I don't agree that Egg Ns "doesn't perform well at all". It is controversial, yeah, and I also hope that skyline does for N switch emulation what AetherSx2 did for PS2 emulation, but let me tell you that there are many games that are very very enjoyable from start to finish on this emulator, and even there are a few that run almost perfect. Aside from the controversy, and whether we like or not, Egg Ns is still the only effective way to emulate switch on android so far, and even when it is not perfect, and maybe never will be, it is functional. So my advice is, if you are after a telescopic controller, you won't find a cheaper one with the same quality, and still, if you don't like what they are doing with this emulator, get the controller and don't install egg ns.