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[Durin]

Cheers mate, I did try connecting the controller via a wire as well but it didnt connect to the app for some reason - does it need to be a specifc USB cable - like C to C?

I just use the same cable that I have for the stand, unplug the usb-c end, and plug into the controller itself. Should just connect, but when you boot the app, might need to hit a button on the connected controller for the app to pick it up, and let you go into the interface and update.

Their app was pretty finicky too about needing it to be the app you have selected, as just clicking over to my browser while it was updating the firmware, stopped the progress until I selected the app with my mouse cursor for it to have focus.

 

[Shockwave_Fox]

I just use the same cable that I have for the stand, unplug the usb-c end, and plug into the controller itself. Should just connect, but when you boot the app, might need to hit a button on the connected controller for the app to pick it up, and let you go into the interface and update.

Their app was pretty finicky too about needing it to be the app you have selected, as just clicking over to my browser while it was updating the firmware, stopped the progress until I selected the app with my mouse cursor for it to have focus.

Nope, just wont do anything with the cable - doesnt recognise its connected and controller itself just flashes the xbox button then turns off.

 

[Jinzo Prime]

Oh yeah, this thread! Got a quick review for ya!

Just bought the Gamesir Tengenaria Lite (called the T3 Lite on the back of the controller). Cheap $20 wired controller, but the sticks are damn near perfect! They're hall effect, seemingly anti-friction and the grit and knurling are perfect. I bought the thing for the D-Pad, which is also great, but the slick plastic makes it hard to use if your hands get sweaty, so you might need some tape.

Build quality... well it's fine for a $20 controller, so don't expect it to feel as good as a DS4 or Dualsense. It feels hollow and light and too slippery. You buy this for retro games and maybe if you fall in love with the sticks, some FPS games, but this is not a premium experience. Still fantastic for the price.

 

[Durin]

Nope, just wont do anything with the cable - doesnt recognise its connected and controller itself just flashes the xbox button then turns off.

Weird, that sounds like something got screwed up then on your particular device then maybe. I have the Wuchang version of the G7 Pro, and checked that it's updated to the the latest firmware. Still works over wired.

 

[kevboard]

Nyxi announced the first third party Joycons, the Nyxi Hyperion 3




their website has no specs listed yet tho.
given their previous controllers I expect at least Hall Effect Sticks, maybe TMR.

early bird price is 102€, normal price will be 145€, which seems a bit much tbh

 

[alf717]

Man I'm glad this thread popped up. I got a Switch pro controller at a local flea market for $1 but it is in really bad condition. Needs a complete shell replacement and the sticks are completely busted they don't center at all. I wanted to invest in an iron and even purchase those stick removing solder tips that supposedly help remove the old soldered in sticks with ease. I'm also gonna try and do something about the d-pad by either using a WiiU Pro dpad or add some mass to the post so the dpad doesn't press all the directions at once. Open to suggestion as my current soldering set is very dated.

Here is a small list of items I was planning on buying to do the replacement, the shell will most likely be ordered from Aliexpress:

https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Controller-Anti-Drift-Electromagnetic-PlayStation-5/dp/B0DQ8LQQ7L

Amazon.com: Bothyi Joystick Soldering Iron Tip Controller Joystick Accessory Soldering Tools Part Equipment T12 Heating Core for Game Controller : Tools & Home Improvement

Amazon.com: Bothyi Joystick Soldering Iron Tip Controller Joystick Accessory Soldering Tools Part Equipment T12 Heating Core for Game Controller : Tools & Home Improvement

www.amazon.com

https://www.amazon.com/ZYKYCX-Soldering-356℉-842℉-Temperature-Electronics/dp/B0DK88H9G6

 

[Astray]

Man I'm glad this thread popped up. I got a Switch pro controller at a local flea market for $1 but it is in really bad condition. Needs a complete shell replacement and the sticks are completely busted they don't center at all. I wanted to invest in an iron and even purchase those stick removing solder tips that supposedly help remove the old soldered in sticks with ease. I'm also gonna try and do something about the d-pad by either using a WiiU Pro dpad or add some mass to the post so the dpad doesn't press all the directions at once. Open to suggestion as my current soldering set is very dated.

Here is a small list of items I was planning on buying to do the replacement, the shell will most likely be ordered from Aliexpress:

https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Controller-Anti-Drift-Electromagnetic-PlayStation-5/dp/B0DQ8LQQ7L

Amazon.com: Bothyi Joystick Soldering Iron Tip Controller Joystick Accessory Soldering Tools Part Equipment T12 Heating Core for Game Controller : Tools & Home Improvement

Amazon.com: Bothyi Joystick Soldering Iron Tip Controller Joystick Accessory Soldering Tools Part Equipment T12 Heating Core for Game Controller : Tools & Home Improvement

www.amazon.com

https://www.amazon.com/ZYKYCX-Soldering-356℉-842℉-Temperature-Electronics/dp/B0DK88H9G6

You can probably get the sticks off AliExpress too.

If you can post progress pics of the solder job that would be great.

 

[BeardSpike]

Man I'm glad this thread popped up. I got a Switch pro controller at a local flea market for $1 but it is in really bad condition. Needs a complete shell replacement and the sticks are completely busted they don't center at all. I wanted to invest in an iron and even purchase those stick removing solder tips that supposedly help remove the old soldered in sticks with ease. I'm also gonna try and do something about the d-pad by either using a WiiU Pro dpad or add some mass to the post so the dpad doesn't press all the directions at once. Open to suggestion as my current soldering set is very dated.

Here is a small list of items I was planning on buying to do the replacement, the shell will most likely be ordered from Aliexpress:

https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Controller-Anti-Drift-Electromagnetic-PlayStation-5/dp/B0DQ8LQQ7L

Amazon.com: Bothyi Joystick Soldering Iron Tip Controller Joystick Accessory Soldering Tools Part Equipment T12 Heating Core for Game Controller : Tools & Home Improvement

Amazon.com: Bothyi Joystick Soldering Iron Tip Controller Joystick Accessory Soldering Tools Part Equipment T12 Heating Core for Game Controller : Tools & Home Improvement

www.amazon.com

https://www.amazon.com/ZYKYCX-Soldering-356℉-842℉-Temperature-Electronics/dp/B0DK88H9G6

https://a.aliexpress.com/_Ez9Pg04

Try these. Green version is for Switch Pro.

 

[Shockwave_Fox]

Weird, that sounds like something got screwed up then on your particular device then maybe. I have the Wuchang version of the G7 Pro, and checked that it's updated to the the latest firmware. Still works over wired.

I seem to have got it working! I joined the discord and there is an updater there for the controller, used that and now my headphones work again.

Forgot to test if it would connect with a wire though actually

 

[BeardSpike]

https://www.reddit.com/r/GPDL/s/jIDAx5JHft

Gamepadla software is official Steamworks partner. So software for testing controllers could end up on Steam soon.

 

[BennyBlanco]

 

[Astray]

Received my ZZZ x G7 Pro a few days ago, will put it through its paces before posting some impressions.

I see these guys won't let my wallet be smdh.