Decent game controller?

Jenz · 10 Dec 2025 at 09:30

kar said:
In the market for a new controller only thing didn't like the look of on the G7 is that dpad.

The G7 Pro comes with replaceable D-Pad layouts.

mrk · 10 Dec 2025 at 10:11

It doesn't look all that but I've found it functions great really, a little loose but still works all fine.

martos123 · 11 Dec 2025 at 17:10

What is the best option for an Xbox/PC compatible Wired controller these days? Preferably an XBox rather than PS layout.

Kelt · 11 Dec 2025 at 17:44

martos123 said:
What is the best option for an Xbox/PC compatible Wired controller these days? Preferably an XBox rather than PS layout.

Cyclone 2, can be used wired or wireless.

Why you'd want wired over wireless would be beyond me, though.

Eddie99 · 11 Dec 2025 at 18:29

Kelt said:
Why you'd want wired over wireless would be beyond me, though.

I can think of about 14 reasons for the Cyclone 2

martos123 · 11 Dec 2025 at 21:02

Cheers, thats what i thought. It's not for me, my daughters boyfriend doesnt like wireless controllers for some odd reason!

Raymond Lin · 11 Dec 2025 at 21:11

martos123 said:
Cheers, thats what i thought. It's not for me, my daughters boyfriend doesnt like wireless controllers for some odd reason!

8bitdo do a wired one, Xbox pad shaped too.

Ultimate C Wired Controller for Xbox | 8BitDo

Simplified, with the same ultimate quality. RGB lighting Fire Ring. Officially licensed by Xbox. Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows.

www.8bitdo.com

xaldub · 3 Jan 2026 at 10:58

Thinking about grabbing a Gamesir G7 Pro to replace my standard Xbox controller which has developed stick drift. Anything I should be aware of for playing games on Steam / PC ? I know you have to install the Gamesir Nexus app, but how does this interact with Steam ( and by extension steaminput ) ?

xaldub · 4 Jan 2026 at 13:54

Received my G7 Pro today. Initial impressions are good. Feels somewhere inbetween a standard Xbox controller and the Switch 2 Pro Controller in terms of weight & comfort. Sticks are light & precise. The d-pad is really mushy ; not a deal breaker for me as the games I play don't rely heavily on those inputs. The software app for programming controls ( Gamesir Nexus ) is excellent and provides a lot of flexibility. Time will tell whether durability is an issue or not but the controller doesn't feel cheap or poorly constructed. Really like the charging dock with included bay for the wireless receiver - innovative !