RedMagic Shadow Blade 2 Review, GameSir G8 Comparison & Modding Guide

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The RedMagic Shadow Blade 2 is a familiar gamepad with impeccable styling and practivally perfect controls- the twin brother of the Gamesir G8 Galileo!
0:09 Unboxing
0:40 GameSir G8 Box Comparison
1:24 Shadow Blade 2 Overview
3:09 Gamesir G8 Faceplate Comparison
4:13 Gaming
5:11 LED Bleed
5:38 Smartphone Gaming
7:00 Tablet Gaming
7:21 Tablet Mod
10:23 ACTUAL Tablet Gaming
11:52 Metal Analog Sticks
12:25 Summary
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[@RetroBreezeYT]

Shadow Blade 2 or G8 Galileo? Which do you prefer?

[@Nunoflashy]

The color of the G8 is great, think it will fit my incoming Redmagic 9 Pro in Snowfall color nicely :D Also, agreed on the light bleed, I think it would look better if it was more diffused instead of bleeding through the case.

[@The_Supreme_Savage]

Shadow blade 2 like the colors and the logos way better I hate the color of the G8 Galileo

[@Mixx10]

Thanks for the guide. My g8 arrived today. Would have rather had this color scheme for sure but love the controller nonetheless. Perfect with my ipad

[@rsorry]

Love the color way and Palworld 🔥

[@SLE3PR]

Oh wow, I didn't realize there was so much cross pollination / licensing with these things. I think I like this colorway more than the Gamesir...

[@sTuPiDiScOoL_]

Check out the aileron from gamesir new and ironically red magic got one called double blade now 😂😂 definitely same product different faces 😂😂😂

[@MrFlashpan]

I opened the GB and used a pair of sharp plier clippers, it's easy to take the plastic tags off in one move. Then I used a foot hard skin removal sander to smooth out any inperfections. I use it with a Lenovo Y700 2023 SD 8 gen 1, 8 inch tablet, awesome setup.

[@S4NS3]

Did you need to connect the power cable for it to recognize Lenovo Legion Y700 in landscape mode?

[@Breach-The-Peace]

Nice Informative video man, i just bought the shadow blade 2, i was gona buy the G8 but not after seeing the black.. and jus bought a "Blackview TAG 60" 8.6 inch tablet to slam into it lol cant wait to get going on this ;-) Thank GOD i never bought a steam deck! I was just about to until i saw these things!! PHEW!!!! Cheers.

[@user-qb6zb9fs6p]

Great review! Do you think the Iplay mini 50 Pro would be the best option for a budget tablet for playing PSP and some PS2?

[@JeremyThielman]

Just bought! 1st time using AliExpress too. Wanted to use my iPad mini 6 and saw your video on expanding the g8. Seeing this one in black there was no hesitation!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

The black is sooo nice. I love it way more than the grey. Still using it daily!

[@giftbox-e]

hands down RedMagic Shadow Blade 2... Actually G8 Galileo and RedMagic Shadow Blade 2 CN ver. came out at the sametime, and snatched it right away. The ONLY USB-C + Hall-effect mobile controller with semi transparent case.

[@dogusatasoy]

Are we still using the gamesir app for the redmagic one too? Especially for firmware updates, i heard that with a firmware update they've made the passthrough usb better for example.

[@leoGamingTH]

The colour is really cool but I stay with the Galileo 😍 Btw, I'm still enjoying my Blackview tab18 with your mod, so far way better instead of spend too much money on steam deck, legion go etc.. 😅 Thanks for that, yu rock's! 🙏

[@johnedner5586]

Is it possible to change the ABXY buttons? and which buttons could I buy to replace on my g8

[@MrLazyleader]

I prefer black but already own a g8 galileo. I really how there will be back non translucent face plates soon.

[@jedimind505]

Can you review Bsp D9

[@trigger2707]

Hey dude umm have you tried the razer kishi v2 pro?

[@fktygglbtchbtch1384]

GameSire S8 version 2 was announced at CES that has the mod. Anticipating the release :)

[@zergslayer69]

Have more info about this version 2? Tried searching on google and didn’t find much

[@RetroBreezeYT]

I keep hearing people say this but have yet to see any shred of actual information about it. It seems weird to come out with a V2 barely a month or two after the first one.

[@fktygglbtchbtch1384]

@igr7011 maybe lol, but I remember the announcement and didn't buy the G8. It was expandable to hold large tablets :D

[@fktygglbtchbtch1384]

yes, it is the X2S by Retro Corps

[@RetroBreezeYT]

@@fktygglbtchbtch1384 yeah I just got the X2S. Totally different experience than G8. But it is further expandable due to an updated stopper design. Review coming soon!

[@ultragamingcom]

hi i have some concern.i read RedMagic Shadow Blade 2 support bypass charging,does g8 galileo have same support too ?bcoz in my country g8 is cheaper,done sub

[@EasyVRider]

Does this things app violate androids security system like the g8 Galileo?

[@SunilKumar-xu9eb]

After watching your video I ordered the Shadow blade, but I cant seem to make it work with my S24U, can you please share how you played games with it and if COD works?

[@32bitter]

oh man, I wish I hadn’t found this video immediately after ordering a regular gray Gamesir G8. this translucent black version looks soooo nice! 🤤 the only thing they could have done better is the funky lettering on the ABXY buttons. hmmm should I cancel my G8 order and get one of these on AliExpress?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

I'd keep the G8. More updates and support it seems.

[@zergslayer69]

Anything about the software for the red magic version? Didn’t really want to install the gamesir app as it seemed intrusive

[@aviida280]

(i think) it doesnt have anything different in the software

[@TheFeyClan]

theres a new model of the g8, i just got one and they too have the red analogue shaft.

[@Nunoflashy]

Hey Shem, can you give an alternate link for the metal caps, or the tags used in the search? None of the aliexpress links in the description are working for me, thanks!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Hi! Try this one, does it work?: a.aliexpress.com/_EvU6XWV

[@Nunoflashy]

@@RetroBreezeYT Yeah, perfect man, thanks! The silver ones are gonna look dope!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

@@Nunoflashy I have some silvers and they are awesome! Kind of want purple for the G8 though!

[@BeardedYorkshireman]

So does the shadowblade 2 have the same OS/Software as the G8 too?🤔

[@EriksonG.G.]

Thanks for the video, I'm having trouble with the configurartion of the buttons for HSR. I don't know wich setup (color of the lights) is the correct one, can you make a tutorial? Please 🙏

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Sorry, what's HSR?

[@malyteusz555]

​@@RetroBreezeYThe means honkai star rail

[@insomniwhale]

Really hoping these controllers start supporting tablets natively in the near future. Also not being able to turn the LEDs off is sadly a dealbreaker for me.

[@omegamalkior1874]

Is this compatible with the iPhone 15 just like the Galileo G8? Someone on Reddit said no, so this would be a very important differentiator between the two.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

I wouldn't see why not, but unfortunately I don't have an iPhone 15 to test it with

[@RamiSimmons]

The G8 Galileo and the Shadow Blade 2 are the same controller. Just different branding and colors. I use the Shadow Blade 2 with the Red Magic 8sPro. I just want some different face plates.

[@acosta7699]

This left me with a question: If with this modification you can stretch it much more than the original limit, how can the part opposite the side with usb-c send the commands to the cell phone if there are no cables connecting the 2 parts?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

The springs carry the circuit. And, no, it won't electrocute you 😁

[@acosta7699]

@@RetroBreezeYT Oh ok. I had seen in another video you explained that the springs carried energy to the other side, but I had no idea that this could pass the command inputs in the same way. I thought it would be something more complex, with flat cables and so on... It's good to know that I won't be electrocuted either. 😅

[@user-ej7yl1ri8x]

how is the software side of things?

[@noelsilva8887]

Beside color you forgot the price is also the difference. I go with the original because it cheaper.

[@GhostLinx]

Any way to 3D print the stretch mod parts?

[@SirBryanWhyte]

I wonder if my Tab S9 Ultra would fit after this mod... 12.85" is the width in landscape. I wonder if anyone who's done this could measure for me.. I wonder if that would be too much tension for the springs.

[@drhassoon]

Is it recognized by the ps remote play app?

[@jungzzz16]

what app to use in the shadow blade? thus it have an app like on the g8

[@RetroBreezeYT]

You just use the normal GameSir app

[@Bos_Meong]

how about the mapping app?

[@olivierplayer1633]

do you have a link for stretch mod parts ?

[@AleCardenasRealtor]

Does the red magic supoortd x input?

[@wilazn]

Damn i just bought the Galileo G8. I'd rather have the shadow blade 2 because I wanted a black controller.

[@Fth024]

My friend why I can not use the back buttons while I am playing Cod mobile

[@a_a3021]

I need help on how to connect it to a phone 😫 it's turn on but can't do anything with it

[@mujinshu1818]

Can you give file for create 3d print modding when use ipad mini 6

[@Codinferno]

I’m trying to figure out how to flip the bumper/triggers with the red magic 9 pro, does anybody know how? It’s not the same as with iPhone

[@miraixu6817]

Hey, I've ordered this for my phone and saw this mod. I wonder if it will work on ios? (as the ipad pro has usb-c)

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes it does!

[@JohnnyFamas139]

Does it still have the problem with cod and the android app?

[@daniwhy1]

Hola, se le podría hacer una modificación para que sea compatible con un cooler?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

I don't think so. The springs would be in the way. I have seen somebody mod the X2 to have dual fans, but it was a pretty comprehensive and in-depth mod. It should be possible to do something similar to the G8! Check out the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJOvqYJ3aq2eppY

[@DeeKaur-xr5fl]

Does it now work with iPhone 15 usb like the G8?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes!

[@The.JZA.]

Damn that colour looks so much better but I cant find it for sale in NZ and if I order it direct from RedMagic it'll cost WAY more than just ordering the G8 from PBTech :/

[@abdullahahmadi4385]

got my g8 yesterday and its brilliant but the joysticks are longer..

[@RetroBreezeYT]

You can replace them with any Xbox compatible stick!

[@donebaldoenchen2894]

I would get it but it doesn't have vibration motors

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Won't the phone's vibration work?

[@GeordiLaForgery]

My phone is 17.2cm/172mm wide with the case on, do you think it would fit on this with the case on?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

My phone works with a very thin tpu case really the kicker is whether the USB connector will fit with the case.

[@gumbyx84]

Gamesir Controllers usually work fine with thin cases. Trimming the "fins" on the side with the USB-C connector might give enough clearance. I think I'm going to test this with one of my X2 controllers

[@GeordiLaForgery]

@@gumbyx84 I see your point but maybe easier to make the hole on the phone case bigger instead.

[@erykflapjak9036]

Does anyone know if Nubia z60 Ultra would work with this

[@SmokerGamerMso]

Hello i purchased Redmagic 9 pro and gamepad i am unable to connect with codmobile any suggestions how to connect thankyou

[@RetroBreezeYT]

It doesn't work natively. Some people say that connecting a Bluetooth controller to the game followed by the Red magic will make it work, but I haven't been able to unfortunately.

[@jammaj8009]

does the gamesir app works on this controller?

[@illuminati229]

I'm curious about that as well. Or does Red magic have their own app?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

It does! It even shows up as "Redmagic Shadow Blade"!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

See my reply to the above!

[@illuminati229]

@@RetroBreezeYT ha, that's awesome. Too bad I don't trust the gamesir app XD

[@user-kh1ro6wv3t]

Anyone converted the usb c to lightening ?

[@Dannyfr33sh]

This one works with iPhone 15 pro max like the g8?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes!

[@Dannyfr33sh]

@@RetroBreezeYT awesome I’m buying this one !

[@TheFritzy1234]

Has anyone used this with the Lenovo Y700? I'm curious if it also requires the jumpstart method to work

[@S4NS3]

Some answer?

[@YouCubeParadigm]

They just did the same with the new Gamesir x4 Aileron, but named Nubia RedMagic wireless mobile gaming controller. It's literally identical, with the exact same swappable sticks and buttons, but with different colors and lighting options. Wierd thing is, though, that the RedMagic has been for sale since mid april, while Gamesirs x4 launched just 4 days ago...

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yeah it's very strange. Usually the RedMagics come out way later. I was shocked to see that the Double Blade was released so long ago.

[@kennymccormick8295]

As opposed to figuratively identical?

[@YouCubeParadigm]

@@kennymccormick8295 Assume you're making a joke, but yes. Literally, not figuratively, like when someone says two songs are "identical", or a celebrity lookalike looks "identical". The Nubia RedMagic is literally identical in design, apart from the colorations. Not even subtle either, so I assume theyre made/produced under the same license/pattent by the same company

[@macatron69]

I wish they would release a Bluetooth version, so I could use my iPhone 13 Max Pro.

[@Alfredox123]

a,b,x,y buttons are membrane?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

That's right

Absolutely no reason to tear back the rubber to get at the screws. All you have to do is feel for the 3 screws with the end of your screw drive and pierce it and unscrew them. No peeling back the rubber and you are left with just slight holes that are barely noticeable and won't be seen at all with the phone in it. The. usb passthrough charging doesn't work with 2 of my phones. Crappy because I bought the 1 phone as a dedicated gaming phone to leave in the Gamesir g8 but now have to take it out every time I want to charge it.

[@ff6805]

can it use for other brand phone?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes!

[@creativezane]

It seems like you have gotten the newer revision of the Shadow Blade 2, hence the transparent joystick module and red stem. I checked older reviews of the Shadow Blade 2 and they have the black box and black stem. I have a recently purchased G8 Galileo and I have the red stem, unlike most reviews with black stem.

[@creativezane]

Probably worth doing a comparison between the older (black stem) and newer revisions (red stem) if you end up buying a new set of G8 Galileo. Someone on Reddit said the triggers and some buttons feel different.

[@kingcb622]

does that work with the S24 Ultra?

[@NavegadorDeNuvens]

Yes

[@The_Supreme_Savage]

I like shadow blade 2 way more the color look way better I don't like the color scheme of the G8 Galileo

[@jackminao2060]

What game is at 5:55

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Combat Master

[@thraxberserker9960]

Rebranded G8 that costs $50 more 😂

[@ImUrZaddy]

Same price for me, shop around some more

[@thraxberserker9960]

@@ImUrZaddy $130 vs $80

[@blacklist4502]

yeah the shadow blade 2 is hella cool. I REALLY didn't like the G8 looks. I'm not really a big fan of the SNES ook of it.

[@Emulives]

same problem in COD MOBILE?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes but it's actually a problem with the game, not the controller. If you connect a Bluetooth controller AND this/G8, it will work

[@Emulives]

@@RetroBreezeYT yes. I plug my DS4 first...them I use the G8 . its sucks...but is the way that works. In IOS works great...I see some youtubers testing Cod on IOs and works great

[@seaneckhart9914]

I like black but hate the tacky Redmagic logo

[@JJ_Khailha]

This mod is unnecessary. All you need to do is bend and twist both sides while pulled apart and the unit will separate with those stoppers still intact.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Sounds like something I wouldn't be comfortable doing repeatedly. It's also important for the controller to return to its original shape to protect the springs when it's not in use.

[@JJ_Khailha]

@@RetroBreezeYT It’s a minimal movement. I tried it and on the fourth or fifth attempt it worked. So just a few mins the first time. After that you get the technique. In terms or repeating, I imagine there would be some loosening off which would actually make it easier to separate. Each to their own, but this is the less intrusive option which leaves the unit unmodded.

[@JJ_Khailha]

@@RetroBreezeYT kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXraf6Bspaydn7s

[@markaznar1979]

Unless developers stop making games with micro transactions, no thanks! I’ll switch with my pc + switch

[@DualityXIdiocy]

Thats a good reason to not buy a gaming phone

[@GhostLinx]

I bought this for emulation and game streaming from my pc.

[@sTuPiDiScOoL_]

And now the x4 aileron and the double blade gamepads 😂😂😂

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yep and the Double Blade pad release BEFORE the X4 this time!

[@sTuPiDiScOoL_]

@@RetroBreezeYT they switched it up this round have they 😂😂