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I can't see a problem with it. I dunno anything about that controller but 8BitDo makes good stuff so it's probably a good choice. If you want something nice and compact, the NES30 Pro is also a good one.

Alternately if you want a controller that can hold your phone, the Ipega PG-9055 is a good bet as well.

If you're looking for controller info, check out our wiki on the sidebar as well. There's a ton of controller reviews available.

Many people recommend this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NTNB3G5?pf_rd_p=183f5289-9dc0-416f-942e-e8f213ef368b&pf_rd_r=7J32KHMGYPW4J6148AXQ

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Personally, I have an 8bitdo SN30 Pro with a phone hook. the balance is a bit off but the controller is amazing. There is the Pro + which came out a few months ago which is an amazing controller and anyone would recommend that one.

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=sr_1_3?crid=108MG3YF3NHFM&keywords=8bitdo&qid=1570466168&s=electronics&sprefix=8bitdo%2Celectronics%2C142&sr=1-3

This is the controller I've been using. I absolutely love it. I have a Note 5 so it fills the center of it corner to corner perfectly. I would compare using it to a PSP/Switch.

I use it to play emulators on my phone, as well as play PC games using Steamlink/Moonlight

Highly recommend

GBA should work well on most phones at any price range. It really depends if you want to do more with it such as emulate other platforms like PSP, GameCube etc. I was emulating GBA since the days of Nokia Symbian devices.

I'd recommend upping your budget a little for that. You'd probably need to spend around 130-150 for something with a Snapdragon 625 and 200-220 for something with a Snapdragon 660 in the budget lineup.

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if you want to stick to a similar price, I'd recommend the Redmi Go over the Blu phones since I trust the build on Redmi a little more and since it's a Snapdragon processor, battery life should also be a bit better.

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Link to Redmi Go: https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Display-Snapdragon-Factory-Unlocked/dp/B07NZVV9PL/ref=sr_1_12?fst=as%3Aoff&qid=1557216200&refinements=p_36%3A14674873011%2Cp_72%3A2491149011&rnid=2491147011&s=mobile&sr=1-12

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Share your budget and what you're looking to do and I should be able to give you a decent recommendation.

Great stuff man. Love the details and feedback. One more question though. You talked about doing a GameCube joystick mod, and you talked a bit about the joystick. What is your review of the joystick that came with the 8bitdo controller? Can it be replaced by one of those high quality replacement sticks for the n64 controllers $12 on Amazon

I'm looking at doing something like that combo as a gift for my brolo el coñado.

I have heard the controller is sub par but much better than on screen controls. For just a little more you could get a last gen flag ship android phone, controller and huge SD card that would blow the gpd xd out of the water. If you wanted to spend another hundred you could get a s8/s8plus with this awesome no battery or blutooth needed telescopic controller https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077GK42QN/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1525976357&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=s8%2Bcontroller&th=1&psc=1#nav-search-keywords

I'm getting this one in the mail tomorrow. The only reason I didn't get the one from above is because it's only a part time entertainment phone. I need to be able to take it off and not need to worrie about putting my case back on.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077L8656T

The form factor of the iPega PG-9033 is nice, but the issue with that gamepad design is that it is incredibly top-heavy with modern smartphones and will put discomfort on your wrists while playing.

I stopped using my Moga Hero Power for that reason alone, as when I made the transition from my S3 Mini to my S8, it was incredibly uncomfortable to use after 30 minutes of play.

If you want to stick with a universal iPega controller, I would recommend the iPega PG-9055 ("Red Spider").

It pretty much fits any phone and even 7" tablets because it uses fasteners to grip your phone, rather than a telescopic arm.

If your phone is on the smaller side (i.e. 5"-5.75") and you use a thin TPU/rubber case, the "Wee" gamepad is probably the highest quality one money can buy. It's an exact copy of the PS Vita's design, except with the left thumbstick and d-pad inversed. All of the buttons are clicky microswitches like the PS Vita, rather than being membrane+contact like everything else. The L2 and R2 triggers aren't analog, but they basically act as a second set of bumpers (and have the same clicky microswitches).

>Dragonslay Titan / Glap Play P1

https://www.amazon.com/glap-Dual-Shock-Wireless-Controller/dp/B07P6KSYZM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=glap+play+p1&qid=1566050911&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr0

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Your welcome. :-D :-D :-D

At least there's not a massive importer reselling tax. In fact, it seems to be cheaper for US (get it, no pun intended) than for them!

I recently purchased the BEBONCOOL Bluetooth controller off of Amazon for use on my Z2 Play, and am very happy with it so far. The thumb sticks feel great, although I find myself wishing they had a lower profile sure to start and select button placement.

BEBONCOOL Android Wireless Game Controller for Android Phone/Tablet/Samsung Gear VR/Game Boy Emulator, Works with Bluetooth (Red) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0171JGYF2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7oICCb4JF1CZN

https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Controller-Telescopic-Connecting-Joystick/dp/B077L8656T

I love this controller. Makes my phone feel like a switch. Haven't noticed any input lag and it works great for ps1 games as well as NES and GBA.

Solidly built, very responsive and nice clickable buttons and triggers, and you can also click in the sticks.

It stretches to fit your phone (just check your phone length I think it needs to be under 6in). Won't fit in jeans pockets but it'll fit in cargo shorts or a hoodie. I keep it in my backpack and use it on the train

I use the GameSir G3s on my Shield Pro, works fine with all my emulators (I have a lot of them installed). It's not quite as good as the pair of DualShock4's I use on PC, but it's better than a 360 controller IMO. Comes with a free phone clip for OTG gaming & Happy Chick EMU as well, but I'd be cautious with that, mad shady permissions.

Posting again. I don't know if it's in the wiki, but this is a simple and solid setup. I'm playing MSG: Peacwalker with it:

I have a note 9 and bought an XBOX1 controller, then bought this doohickey
https://www.amazon.com/dainslef-Controller-Smartphone-Microsoft-Steelseries/dp/B01MSX55FM/

It works like a charm. You cant go wrong with the XBOX1 controller.

I like the beboncool controller from Amazon. Has 4 shoulder triggers and clickable joysticks and packs down pretty flat.

It's a little on the cheap side and less comfortable than an Xbox controller but it's a good trade off for something I use once a week.

Holds my OnePlus 5 well.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01IMSVVTU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522793265&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65

I prefer the clip on top design personally. The gamepad has a console type feel and I have full access to usb and heaphone ports. One thing a hate about most clip on tops is they have limited range of adjustment for the clip. Most of them top out at 140 to 150 degrees. Not good for comfortable gaming imo. It's why I LOVE this phone clip for the Xbox One S: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WKFWJZN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The range of adjust is huge so, gaming is much more comfortable.

Alright. This is gonna be a long comment so stick with me as you read it alright. Don't just scroll through it.

So based on your post, you're looking for a wireless controller with a good D-Pad similar to the ones you would find on a Nintendo Controller (Either the NES or SNES i'm assuming). If that is the case, you have two options. Both the options are based on the PS4 and Xbox One/Elite controllers respectively. With that being said, let me show you the controllers.


The first one is the GameSir G3s Bluetooth Controller. This controller is based on the PS4 controller, especially considering the triggers on the controllers based on what everyone says and my experience with the controller. This controller has built-in vibration feedback (spoiler alert: this function only works on PC and PS3). So this controller has a separate bracket for holding an average sized phone, turbo fire buttons, Bluetooth 4.0 as well as micro and mini USB connectivity for PC, PS3, and Android. It also comes with a wireless USB dongle as well (similar to the DJ Hero wireless connector or any wireless connector for a mouse and keyboard). This controller has a battery life of 18 hours as well.


The second option is the GameSir G4s Bluetooth Controller. Unlike the G3s, this controller is based on the Xbox One/Elite Controller as aforementioned earlier, especially considering the design of the controller itself. Also, the bracket is built inside the controller itself for the phone for less clutter. However, the clear and turbo buttons are placed inside where the bracket is located. If you look at some unboxing videos of it, you'll see what I mean. Another thing to note is that it has 10 hours of battery life instead of the G3s' 18 hour battery life. Other than that, it's the same thing as the G3s controller (Bluetooth 4.0, Wireless USB Dongle, Controller Vibrations, .etc).

There is a third option for your situation if you're on a budget, and that is the GameSir G3s WIRED Controller and the GameSir G3s WIRELESS Controller. Even though this is the cheapest option and is still compatible with Android, PC, and PS3, it doesn't come with a phone bracket. HOWEVER, I wouldn't get this because to order a phone bracket, you're gonna have to wait 2 weeks for a 8 to 10 dollar bracket for the controller if you're gonna buy one off Ebay because it ships from China. I don't know about shipping with the controller bracket off of Amazon, which costs 13 dollars, but I'm going to assume that it's going to take the same amount of time if you were to order it off of Ebay. With that being said, by the time you were to pay for the bracket with the Wired or USB Dongle Controller, you would've paid the same amount of money you would for the Bluetooth G3s Controller.

Too Fucking Long; Didn't Fucking Read: Either get the GameSir G3s Bluetooth Controller or the GameSir G4s Bluetooth Controller

Yes, I use one like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Controller-Retractable-Telescopic-Connecting/dp/B077L8656T

Works great!

I use this, except I snapped off the goofy plastic paw print analog covers and replaced them with a couple of these. Super easy mod, and the pad fits my S8 Plus very well in both portrait and landscape mode.

Yo! What have you guys been playing? Curious to see. Tell me everything! Anyone use controller adapters for phones like this one or is that mostly just unnecessary?

Mainly I'm looking for ideas on what to play on my phone...specifically at the Gym (makes exercise go quicker and is much more bearable!). Has to be something I can look away from for a while if necessary, ie something that doesn't need constant attention.

BEBONCOOL Android Wireless Game Controller for Android Phone/Tablet/Samsung Gear VR/Game Boy Emulator, Works with Bluetooth (Red) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0171JGYF2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_I3MmDbZ3FN1VY

I picked one of these up a year or so ago and haven't had any issues with it at all. I love the small yet comfortable form factor. I've never noticed any lag on it the entire time I've used it. It even has a clip that you can flip up to hold your phone and a mouse function built into it too

Yeah of course!
Doogee x30 (Never heard of any of this)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074RDM25X/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3AQLK653DLQGI&psc=1

RCA G1 5.5"

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P41FI5C/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2LFGKZNM31883

OYYU T81
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07566V6R6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1GJOWY1YMYCKC

NuVision 8Inch (Looks good on paper to me?)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MYZEPGP/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3KAAD1X8KMLSO

https://www.amazon.com/NeuTab-Android-Bluetooth-Supported-Certified/dp/B079YSY2VF/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1522209010&sr=8-13&keywords=tablet

Firstly, I recommend having a look at ipega's lineup of bluetooth controllers. (ipega.hk)
They have vastly different styles of controllers, with different shapes, sizes, layouts and holding mechanisms. None of them are very expensive. If you've decided on a controller type you can still look up reviews and if there are alternatives.

I recently got the ipega PG-9017S (amazon.com link) which is among the most compact bluetooth controllers for android which also holds the phone. I find it great for gaming on the go. Overall it's not amazing but very ok, with a d-pad that's a bit hard to press, mostly making diagonals a bit uncomfortable at first. Also the analog "nubs" don't compare to a stick, at all, which shouldn't be a major issue if emulation of N64 and newer consoles is not important to you. If portability for a cheap price is a priority for you, I can recommend it. I like it.

Thanks for the advice. However, Location Services is always off, and I even turn off the phone portion of the bluetooth headphones and use just media sound, and I still get the same issues. I'm running Android Oreo, by the way.

HOWEVER, I did find a solution on how to use WIRED headphones and still use magnetic charging without having to constantly plug and unplug the USB-C charging cable/headphones! Checkout this link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N4G1ZG6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

It is a magnetic adapter that plugs into your phone's USB-C port, and the other end is placed on a USB-C cable. I tried putting it on the end of my WIRED headphones USB-C plug, and the headphones actually work when connected to the phone magnetically! The part that goes into the phone is a bit bigger than most magnetic ports for phones (I had to make the hole bigger on my silicone case, I ordered a new case that can accommodate the port), but it is also the ONLY magnetic port that I've found that actually supports audio for the headphones! It is a bit expensive, though.

I have a Note 9 as well and I can't recommend the Wee controller enough. If you do want to get it, you might want to look into the Wee 2 as well, as it's (assumedly) an improvement. I've never bothered looking into it though because the Wee controller does everything I want it to.

I’m afraid not lol. I was looking for it too before I bought gpd xd. Your best bet is to buy an old psp go and run cfw on it. It sucks though especially the battery life.

Or android phone with this controller

Ooooh, ok. Sorry about that, my mistake.

For a relatively budget option I like Bebencool's wireless controller (Amazon). It's a really good price, and all of the buttons on it are solid. I think it feels just a little bit cheap, but it is cheap and the build quality isn't bad at all.

And, as a weird coincidence that I didn't even realize, it actually supports wired as well as Bluetooth if you actually wanted to do what I first misinterpreted.

Stardew Valley is going to come out on Android "sometime".

As for a controller for your tablet the options in handheld mode are pretty limited to the Ipega 9023 and Ipega 9083, and also this controller that looks similar to the 9023 but has a different d-pad - https://www.amazon.com/ElementDigital-Bluetooth-Controller-Telescopic-Attachable/dp/B0783538GQ/

For tabletop mode you could use any compatible controller. An Xbox One controller would be a good choice. The 1st eddition controller doesn't have Bluetooth but the revised ones do. They are everywhere, available used, and heck you could even buy one locally and test it out and return it if for some reason it didn't work out.

Only thing to look out for OP is to get one of the xbox one controllers that supports bluetooth, the original ones did not, meaning you would have to use a wire. So double check!


Links for phone clip
Amazon.com

Amazon.co.uk

aliexpress.com

If you're serious about emulation you might want a decent D-pad. In my opinion the Moga and Sixaxis have subpar D-pads. This is the best one I've found:

http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Bluetooth-Telescopic-Controller-IP117/dp/B00MUG3JPU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425668994&sr=8-1&keywords=ipega+pg-9023

GameSir makes some surprisingly good controllers. I currently use the G3s.

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Wireless-Controller-Smartphone-playstation-3/dp/B019H5II8Y

They're the same

All Xbox one controllers work

I own this one: https://www.xbox.com/en-ca/xbox-one/accessories/controllers/grey-blue

Works out of the box with every controller supported games

Then grab a clip like this one https://www.amazon.com/dainslef-Controller-Smartphone-Microsoft-Steelseries/dp/B01MSX55FM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=xbox+clip+for+phone&qid=1570985009&sprefix=xbox+clip&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExQzc4UlM3SU4xMk9DJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTA1Njg3MjdPNDVOR1hCNzdZNyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDc4MDMzMVpOVDVIMlpWM0dEMiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

You can get these cheaper.

This is my favorite design so far.

You should look into controllers with a built in clip like this one. Telescopic controllers just aren't going to work with the N10+.

https://www.amazon.com/BEBONCOOL-Wireless-Controller-Compatible-Bluetooth/dp/B01IMSVVTU

Of course, here you go :-)

Where are you located?

Amazon have this next day with prime.

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https://www.amazon.com/Dainslef-Controller-Smartphone-Microsoft-Steelseries/dp/B01MSX55FM/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=xbox+one+controller+bracket&qid=1554407519&refresh=1&s=gateway&sr=8-4

Link to the amazon page if you need more info: https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Controller-Retractable-Telescopic-Joystick/dp/B077L8656T

Been wanting to get one of these kind of controllers for my phone but 40+ bucks is a little much for me.

Actually yeah I use one of these ( https://www.amazon.com/Controller-Foldable-Smartphone-Microsoft-Steelseries/dp/B01MSX55FM ). It works alright if you don't take the controller out of the clip often (which I do). It hits the pair button when you put it on which makes it frustrating to take in and out.

>8bitdo SN30 Pro+

These 2 things?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/8Bitdo-Wireless-Bluetooth-Nintendo-Raspberry/dp/B07T8JKVNT?SubscriptionId=AKIAJV4KMHBMUG36SMIQ&tag=pcmaguk-21&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B07T8JKVNT&ascsubtag=79b16bc0-f683-4483-9c6b-b7a56dde2a7e

https://www.amazon.co.uk/8Bitdo-Smartphone-Clip-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B01NH9STL9/ref=pd_bxgy_63_img_3/261-1970227-8017029?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01NH9STL9&pd_rd_r=ccd4a1f3-154c-4f21-a3e0-c6d642731134&pd_rd_w=mMdBn&pd_rd_wg=xcngh&pf_rd_p=6f720012-7a84-4e92-a268-5ba72c1e4b52&pf_rd_r=X5ZRTG2AP52HVWXZ98GW&psc=1&refRID=X5ZRTG2AP52HVWXZ98GW

dainslef Xbox One Controller Foldable Mobile Phone Holder Smartphone Clamp Game Clip for Microsoft Xbox One S Game Controller Steelseries Nimbus Duo for iPhone Samsung Sony HTC LG Huawei(Clip Only) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSX55FM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RQRzDbCCPSHW6

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IMSVVTU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_9sHQDbGQ23V17

It was cheap, had a way to hold my phone and when I got it it was built fine and looked okay. But the buttons just didn't work. The left joystick hit right, up, and down in that order no matter which direction you moved it, and none of the other buttons worked.

It's my fault for not shopping around more before buying.

There's a few other controllers like it, in general they're called "telescopic controllers". Flydigi makes a few including the Wee, Wee 2, and Wee 2T. They're more on the expensive side, but they're custom made rather than using generic parts such as the Daqi M1 (the IPEGA Red Knight basically is the same controller but with a worse firmware).