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[Diseased Yak]

BeardSpike and other Linux Bros with a Gamesir G7 Pro:

Is there any way to get the controller's microphone to work wirelessly with Linux, specifically Cachy?

I haven't figured out a way to do this with CachyOS, doesn't show up for me.

 

[Poppinfresh]

I haven't figured out a way to do this with CachyOS, doesn't show up for me.

Me either.

I'm really looking for a wireless mic solution that doesn't require something to be attached to a set of headphones (because I don't use them) and the gamepad mic would have been perfect.

 

[BeardSpike]

Me either.

I'm really looking for a wireless mic solution that doesn't require something to be attached to a set of headphones (because I don't use them) and the gamepad mic would have been perfect.

I still haven't figured it out.

Maybe it only works with a wire.

Gonna check it out over the weekend.

But if it doesn't show up it might be due to Xpad driver since I believe it mimics regular Xbox controller, and that one doesn't have any mic or input jack.

Maybe it will work with a different driver then like XpadNeo there are a bunch of them and on CachyOS they work as DKMS (Dynamic Kernel Module Support) the only thing is that they disable Xpad.

GitHub - medusalix/xow: Linux driver for the Xbox One wireless dongle

Linux driver for the Xbox One wireless dongle. Contribute to medusalix/xow development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

Xow lists working jacks and Elite 2 controllers. I would have to dive in into this subject and see if it will work with non MS controllers. But it specifically reference MS dongle so I suspect it doesn't.

EDIT: There was this Xpad driver on github patched almost weekly and I can't seem to find it on mobile.

Maybe I have it on my PC in bookmarks.

 

[BeardSpike]

https://www.reddit.com/r/Controller/s/Cxm9AFnoLT

People's creativity doesn't end I guess.

FukuDaruma

 

[Poppinfresh]

I still haven't figured it out.

Maybe it only works with a wire.

Gonna check it out over the weekend.

But if it doesn't show up it might be due to Xpad driver since I believe it mimics regular Xbox controller, and that one doesn't have any mic or input jack.

Maybe it will work with a different driver then like XpadNeo there are a bunch of them and on CachyOS they work as DKMS (Dynamic Kernel Module Support) the only thing is that they disable Xpad.

GitHub - medusalix/xow: Linux driver for the Xbox One wireless dongle

Linux driver for the Xbox One wireless dongle. Contribute to medusalix/xow development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

Xow lists working jacks and Elite 2 controllers. I would have to dive in into this subject and see if it will work with non MS controllers. But it specifically reference MS dongle so I suspect it doesn't.

EDIT: There was this Xpad driver on github patched almost weekly and I can't seem to find it on mobile.

Maybe I have it on my PC in bookmarks.

Thanks.

I'm really just looking for a simple wireless mic solution that will work with Linux. Something small that I can use for couch gaming that doesn't require me to attach it to a headset, since I don't use one.

 

[Ellis]

gamesir 4 life , already have the nova lite
will get this perfection soon

Just got this yesterday. I'm hoping for a wireless version even more now. Incredible build and feel for £20.

Went with the grey one

 

[roosnam1980]

Just got this yesterday. I'm hoping for a wireless version even more now. Incredible build and feel for £20.

Went with the grey one

i have a wireless gamesir nova-lite , and its great with 10hrs playtime on a full charge but personally im tired of charging the thing again and again , i just want to say fuck it and get a wired one ,plug it in for the rest of my life.

 

[BeardSpike]

https://www.reddit.com/r/GPDL/s/3sF7VgxwDq

Gamepadla data will be easier to read this way, and he is leaving more detailed options anyways.

 

[Lokaum D+]

i use this bad boy on my Switch and ll use on my Switch 2

 

[BeardSpike]

Thanks.

I'm really just looking for a simple wireless mic solution that will work with Linux. Something small that I can use for couch gaming that doesn't require me to attach it to a headset, since I don't use one.

It works on USB wire, both headphone jack and microphone, you just have to select it in sound options.

So far it doesn't work wirelessly but I have a general idea why.

In Xinput it shows up as a "Xbox 360" controller. So that's due to Linux Xpad driver.

But when I plug it in through wire it switches from Xinput to HID Input and it gets picked up by Linux no problem and all the options show up in sound options, also it works on Steam through Steam Input - on a wire and in that mode.

I'm gonna switch it to HID Input and in wireless and I'm gonna mess a bit with it. If it doesn't work, we should search for HID Input driver next.

Edit: G7 Pro jack is pretty decent in powering up my FiiO FT1... (there's even low bass in some Snoop Dogg tracks). I remember 8Bitdo Ultimate 3-Mode had an laughably low quality sound from built-in jack, not even comparable to DualSense this is in the same ballpark maybe even better. I'm curious about built-in mic now.
Edit2: This is so weird. In wireless mode in HID Input it doesn't show up in sound options and Steam Input doesn't pick it up, like in wired mode, lmao.

I guess we really should search for HID Input driver on github.

Edit:

Poppinfresh

I think I'm gonna test this:

GitHub - dlundqvist/xone: Linux kernel driver for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S accessories

Linux kernel driver for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S accessories - dlundqvist/xone

github.com

Looks like it could do something. And it is maintained - it was updated 2 weeks ago, works with third party controllers over 2.4Ghz.

 

[Diseased Yak]

Got this baby in. I'm no Star Rail fan, I think I played it for like an hour? Anyway, I bought the controller because it exists. Was surprised to see such a big box arrive!
The packaging is very nice, has slide-out drawers for the special items (joystick caps, a glitter-filled coaster(?), and a code for in-game loot.
The controller and charge base, along with the hard shell case, are typical high quality 8BitDo stuff, very nice indeed.

 

[Astray]

Got this baby in. I'm no Star Rail fan, I think I played it for like an hour? Anyway, I bought the controller because it exists. Was surprised to see such a big box arrive!
The packaging is very nice, has slide-out drawers for the special items (joystick caps, a glitter-filled coaster(?), and a code for in-game loot.
The controller and charge base, along with the hard shell case, are typical high quality 8BitDo stuff, very nice indeed.

Very nice photos, I have a Zenless Zone Zero edition of the G7 Pro coming my way and this bodes very well for the unboxing experience.

 

[BeardSpike]

I think I'm gonna test this:

GitHub - dlundqvist/xone: Linux kernel driver for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S accessories

Linux kernel driver for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S accessories - dlundqvist/xone

github.com

Looks like it could do something. And it is maintained - it was updated 2 weeks ago, works with third party controllers over 2.2.4Ghz.

Poppinfresh

It did not work.

https://github.com/atar-axis/xpadneo

This could though since it's HID based and references 8Bitdo and Gamesir controllers.

But the current version doesn't compile on newest kernels. We will have to wait till he patches it.

 

[Astray]

Nacon just put out a XB360-themed version of their Revolution controller, looks sick tbh!

 

[Diseased Yak]

Nacon just put out a XB360-themed version of their Revolution controller, looks sick tbh!

Ok, that looks cool. $200 US, releases 2/16/2026 looks like. I'll have to snag one!

 

[BeardSpike]

They are going in Gulikits footsteps. Nice.

 

[cartman414]

Was looking for a thread like this.

tl;dr, but any good word on the 8bitdo Pro 3? I like that it has the default Nintendo face button arrangement, but I've read that the buttons, which are face swappable, can be a little too easy to pull out.

 

[BeardSpike]

Was looking for a thread like this.

tl;dr, but any good word on the 8bitdo Pro 3? I like that it has the default Nintendo face button arrangement, but I've read that the buttons, which are face swappable, can be a little too easy to pull out.

They don't pull out on mine, but are loud.

Also I had quality issues, squeaky trigger and swapped springs (one was upside down on a fixed axis) and triggers had different feel because one was pushing more than the other.

I personally doesn't use mine that much tbh.

I'm thinking about selling both faulty and replacment unit.

I probably will buy GuliKit's TT Pro to replace it and use that one a lot since I really like ES Pro even if it is on a cheaper side.

FYI, I did experiment a bit with my faulty unit, and even used silicone grease on sticks and it did improve their motion.

 

[Diseased Yak]

Was looking for a thread like this.

tl;dr, but any good word on the 8bitdo Pro 3? I like that it has the default Nintendo face button arrangement, but I've read that the buttons, which are face swappable, can be a little too easy to pull out.

While I didn't have the quality issues that BeardSpike did, I would concur that the Pro 3's buttons are loud and I found that after I used it for a few days, I swapped out for something else as my primary driver. It's a good controller, but just didn't check all the boxes for me.

 

[BeardSpike]

While I didn't have the quality issues that BeardSpike did, I would concur that the Pro 3's buttons are loud and I found that after I used it for a few days, I swapped out for something else as my primary driver. It's a good controller, but just didn't check all the boxes for me.

It's not a bad controller but same as you I either daily drive ES Pro or G7 Pro. I'm even grabbing Super Nova more frequently than Pro 3, lmao.

Its sitting and collecting dust... I'll probably just sell it since I'm more excited for TT Pro Gameboy Classic anyways.

Plus it will have that DualSense like Haptics and that floaty dpad, also adjustable stick tension...

And I already have Hyperlink 2 adapter so...

That being said, it looks like they pushed release date a second time since it was supposed to be already out by the end of this month, and Gulikit still remains silent.

Edit:

https://www.reddit.com/r/GuliKit/s/6561iCPPDs

Found something.

Due to unforeseen adjustments to our plans, the official launch date of the TT product has had to be rescheduled multiple times, and we deeply regret this disruption. The latest estimated launch timeframe is now between late December and early January, and we will promptly keep you updated on any further developments.

Huh, so they ended up pushing it.

Seems like they are pulling Gamesir on us, lmao.

But I'm willing to wait, if the end result will be a better product.

 

[Sept Terrion Of Nothing]

Was looking for a thread like this.

tl;dr, but any good word on the 8bitdo Pro 3? I like that it has the default Nintendo face button arrangement, but I've read that the buttons, which are face swappable, can be a little too easy to pull out.

Bought mine recently. Was looking symmetrical analogues. It isn't easy to pull out the buttons nor do they fall when you flip the controller. Bigger than Ultimate 2C and that is good for me. Back buttons (R1,R2/L1,L2) are really good. Also Ultimate 2C buttons were loud so it didn't bother me at all. But if you are using Dualsense it may bother you.

I'm hugely satisfied with it. The only thing I need to get used to is Start and Select buttons. They are old school style and positioned in the middle of the controller. But charming as hell.