On paper, this controller should have worked wonderfully with my needs (Xbox series X and Steam Machine user). But in practice, compared to my Xbox Elite 2 controller (I want to replace it because the 3.5mm jack is broken), it’s simply subpar.

I want a high-quality controller, and it’s simply a downgrade. Yes, it’s a step up in quality from something like the G7Pro, but the D pad isn’t great, the ergonomics threw me off (I like a wide-elbow stance), it’s smaller in my hands, and the buttons weren’t as snappy as I’d like.

U.S. buyer.

I play games like helldivers 2, friendslop, mostly co op action or puzzle games.

I’ll throw $150-$200 down on a premium controller because the elite 2 spoiled me. I want compatibility with my steam machine, back buttons, rubber/textured grips, and a solid build quality. Any recs?

Through a lot of research, trial and error, modifying the inside to save space, making sure the bending/folding/extending still works, and a whole lot of broken wires i finally did it. A wireless ASUS Tessen!
I could of done a better job on the switch (it's smooth/flush so you don't even know its there).
It's not perfect but everything works, it looks like it isn't even modified, and the Bluetooth i can use from literally across my house!

Parts I used:

• 300mah Battery
• HiLetgo 1A 3.7V Lithium Battery Charging Board with Protection Type-C
• DC-DC 1.5V -> 4.2V to 5V Boost Converter
• Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32S3-2.4GHz
• Small micro switch
• Super thin flexible wire
• "skorokithakis" on GitHub for their "bluetooth-gamepad" repo (AI to edit for compatability)

If you do wanna do this i highly recommend it, some tips i would give is:

• To clear out as much space as possible inside the grips by removing some supports for the screw posts without removing them
• Remove the stoppers for the extending arms or the wires will get caught.
• Use some super thin and flexible wire for feeding through the extensions as it's super tight
• When feeding wires across the extensions, make sure to join directly to the 5v converter board and the other sides power input. If you splice between them the wires will break from pulling the device easily (This will save you a lot of headaches)
• Keep pressure on the center of the bridge so the wires don't curl.
• Seeed on the right, battery on the left.
• You can use the power input on the board instead of the bottom USB-C port to wire in the power as well

I also left my wiring diagram as well for anyone to use if they want to do this

Im looking for a small, cute, portable controller to play on my phone and laptop on travels.

I've seen the IINE Retro Pocket Controller (specifically the pink and the pastel green ones) and loved the concept and features, but the thumbgrips that come with them seem like they would hurt me a bit. And because of the controller shape other thumbgrips with shapes would probably not do well because of the lack of open space.

Is there any other cute and compact/small controller that you could reccomend?

joysticks are a must, given the kinds of games I like to play (usually 3D games that range from farming to exploring)

It needs to be "cute" or be possible to "cuteify" it

My budget is up to 300 reais (Brazilian currency) and you can usually find these kinds of things here on shoppee or ali express.

Hello, I've been using my Apex 5 controller for close to a year now (purchased Nov 2025), and just recently it has started giving me issues with the right joystick not registering my inputs correctly. I have done a reset and calibration by pressing Select + Start + Up. However, this has not helped. Does anyone know of a way to fix this?

BIGBIGWONのrainbow 3のケーブルが壊れたので新しいものを検討してますが市販のもので大丈夫でしょうか 専用ケーブルがありますか？　

The cable for BIGBIGWON's Rainbow 3 broke, so I'm considering getting a new one — would a commercially available one be fine? Is there a dedicated cable?

Hey there all :) I need some assistance on what controller to buy i have fairly large hands xl in gloves ...I have a series 2 elite and dualshock 5 with paddles 4 but I use 2.

My preferences :

Pc : Wired 8k preference

Games: Rocket league, FPS Comp Also play racing games .

Budget : max 170 euros uk and spain

Idc about rumbles as I want it to be for fps and comp games.

Layout: i can play asymmetrical and symmetrical

Never used tmr or hall effects sticks

I have done some research but I dont know

G7 pro 8k

Trantular 8k

Razer wolverine te 8k

Those are some i looked at but open to suggestions

Has anyone encountered this? Before installing TMR Joysticks I accidentally knocked off the capacitor near a chip(4th pic) , but then soldered it back on and its okay. Tested it and everything works

Now after installing tmr joysticks

Orange light (like charging light pulse) even tho it's not connected to power or usb to pc

But everything works exept touch pad

It does not detect swipe

When I, press the ps button (orange pulsing light)

Tried resetting the controller still the same

1.My vader 5 pro automatically change to switch layout after connecting to eden emulator and switch.

2.Vader 5 pro

3.Switch and android

4.Eden emulator

5.Android 17

6.I've already tried "Apply to NS" in space station 4 but it didn't seems to work

Also, can I use space station 5 on android after updating?

I mainly use my phone so I want to get full access from the app.

Thanks!

I found them on fb marketpalce and I'm in doubt whether or not they are because of the difference in labels, one white and the other black

I got myself a custom Dualsense with K Silver TMR Sticks installed from a Installer.
After 1 Week the spring from what i read is already kinda weak. If i tip the stick either to the right or left it gets stuck on 0.02 mediocre shaking the roller gets it to 0.04.. aint a Problem first tbh but i love my deadzones on 0 and tried it on 2 but my aim feels way worse like that could be placebo but i feel like it makes a difference.. i dont wanna annoy the installer already and ask if it’s normal so iam here.

Already tried fine adjusting but the 0.02 is on both sides so i just make it worse to either one of the sides

And if it’s normal for TMR sticks since thats the way they are build am i stuck with that doesnt matter if i maybe try Favor Union, Gullikit or whatever brand there also is?