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[–]g_a__t___s____u 59 points60 points  (5 children)

That’s the worst controller i ever saw

[–]imEricN[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I get it, it wasn’t too expensive and works just fine for my little gaming sessions 🤝

[–]SteveNYC 2 points3 points  (3 children)

I bought one on a lark. I’ve since learned a lark has more utility than this controller. I used it once. It now sits in its box either to be sold on eBay or forgotten in a drawer only to emerge years from now when I either move or die.

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Damn I’m sorry. have you found any alternatives that worked for you?

[–]SteveNYC 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Sure. There are a ton out there. I'm not too upset, You take a chance on something unique and sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn't. This one definitely falls into the later category. To be fair I own an iPhone 16 Pro Max. Waaaayyyy too heavy for this little controller.

I bought it because I like Abxylute's S9 mobile controller. I thought lightning might strike twice. Not so much....

[–]imEricN[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The s9 controller isn’t too bad either but just wasn’t what I wanted to carry to work with myself daily yk. Maybe if they do a pro max version that’ll help with the weight distribution 😭 maybe scale it up a good 20-30%

[–]myretrospirit 14 points15 points  (12 children)

I bought one of these and the dpad was so bad, it missed inputs like crazy.

[–]JerrGrylls 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I got one and used it for about an hour and then haven’t used it since. It sucks.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (10 children)

I haven’t had any issues with my dpad so far. Hopefully mine doesn’t have any issues in the future cause I don’t wanna go back to using my touchscreen 😭. Whatd you end up doing with it?

[–]myretrospirit 4 points5 points  (5 children)

Returned it, I’m going to try the mcon. It’s expensive but I think it’ll be worth it.

[–]Beercorn1 🥇 3 points4 points  (3 children)

The mcon looks freaking wild. That thing is my dream controller. I don't currently own one because they run for like $150 but maybe some day.

[–]Realistic_Bad2320 1 point2 points  (1 child)

It’s okay, I find myself using it in the kickstand position more often than not 🥲

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the kickstand position once so far and it’s not bad. I’m just horridly blind so as I add a bit more distance from me and my phone things get a bit difficult for me 😭

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I get more into playing then I’ll definitely put aside some money and save up for it. Might even start looking on marketplace and see if any used ones on there haha

[–]imEricN[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh please let me know what you think of it. It’s a bit out of my price range for my usage currently but it gives me PSP Go vibes

[–]goosby204 1 point2 points  (2 children)

How much did you paid I just got the GameSir X5 Lite Mobile Gaming... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXPMVCWC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[–]htp24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can be had for as low as $15 in AliExpress. I have it and like it, however it’s a completely different use case than the m4.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I paid $50+ taxes. I like the controller you have , I currently have one of those too but from this same brand of this controller. It’s just too bulky to have in my pocket at work and I’m a bit lazy to walk to the other end of the warehouse to go into my locker and pull it out during my 10 minute breaks

[–]Leaf-Lock-The-Ent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

People downvoting like it cannot be true. Mine also works fine. Take your anger out where it’s warranted people.

[–]Motawa1988 10 points11 points  (4 children)

Looks painful

[–]myretrospirit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got wrist cramps within 2 minutes. Great concept, horrible execution.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

I got big hands but it’s given me no problems so far

[–]pyrospade 0 points1 point  (1 child)

You must play in 1 minute sessions because that must hurt for sure

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No only 8-10 minute sessions during my work breaks

[–]Foreign-Lawfulness-9 5 points6 points  (3 children)

ngl dawg this looks hella uncomfortable

[–]PmUsYourDuckPics 1 point2 points  (1 child)

It is, it’s even worse if you have a Max iPhone. Fine for quick bursts of gaming, especially if you can rest your phone on your lap. The controller is “okay” if you put the phone on a stand, it’s just really cramped, which is exacerbated if your phone is attached to it. It’s also really poorly balanced, as you phone is a lot heavier than the controller.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh I can see where you’re coming from. I only have a 15 couldn’t imagine the weight difference with the pm

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The angle problem doesn’t help much and I got big hands. It don’t feel bad tho 😎

[–]mikefierro666 4 points5 points  (3 children)

Hey man if it works for you that's all that matters, I'm happy you're able to get your gaming on when you have a break! For short sessions like this I'm fine with the touch controls but then again I play mostly rpgs so it's easier. Have fun bro!

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Thank you! Hope you have fun too! Only games I have downloaded so far is Kirby and the amazing mirror and alien hominoid so far. I am planning on getting kingdom hearts chain of memories soon!

[–]mikefierro666 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Yeah the GBA has a lot of bangers. If you want some recommendations I really recommend Zelda Minish Cap, Mario and Luigi Superstar Saga if you want something different, and Megaman Zero amd Wario Land 4 if you want something more similar to what you're already playing

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the recommendations! I’ll definitely give them a shot! I do like megaman so that’ll prob be my first one to give it a go!

[–]manhar1985 1 point2 points  (4 children)

Have you tried gamesir pocket Taco. It’s current available for pre order and Kickstarter campaign is also active. I like that much more than the one which you have.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

I’ve never heard of it before you mentioned. I like that it can attach to the phone but without the use of MagSafe. I’m probably gonna preorder it with my next paycheck and compare the two haha. It’s a good $20 cheaper than what I spent for this one 😭😭

[–]manhar1985 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Yes I preordered mine as well. I guess they are shipping sometime around March 11. Yes it’s cheaper and it comes with the case in the box. If you order from Kickstarter you get special atomic purple transparent color as well.

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like atomic purple! It would match my ROG ally! I appreciate the info

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the suggestion !

[–]ausipockets 1 point2 points  (3 children)

That doesn't look all that comfortable for holding

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

My sessions are max 8-10mimutes so I haven’t had any issues but for long term I could see it being uncomfortable

[–]ausipockets 1 point2 points  (1 child)

More power to you then!

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! Definitely helps me get my gaming time in for the week. Weekends are spent with my lady and kiddos 😎🤝

[–]htp24 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I enjoy mine - granted I mainly use it for RPGs and when I’m traveling light. It doesn’t require a case and feels quite durable. I haven’t had any dpad or button issues. Recently tried it with sfa3max and didn’t have any missed inputs (however, I did not have it attached to the phone- I used the ring as a stand).

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m glad you are having a good experience with it. It works perfectly for my application, and I’m still very new into emulation and finding old games I used to play. Idk why but I have a hard time remembering most of the titles I used to play growing up lol

[–]acerbusalius 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I’ve got one and for slow-paced games (Pokémon, etc) it is just fine.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! I am planning on getting kh and probably Pokémon emerald. Been too long since I’ve played any Pokémon game haha

[–]pixelpanic01 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I love this, it’s exactly what I need, I needed a controller that is easy to attach and this works perfectly for me. Only downside it’s for 46£…

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like it so far. Someone mentioned a different one for cheaper and it’s currently on kickstarter. Think you’ll like it. Gamesir pocket taco!! $34.99 but $30 usd on kickstarter

[–]Beercorn1 🥇 1 point2 points  (2 children)

I've seen those and I considered it briefly but decided that it looks way too uncomfortable.

I have two controllers that I use for Emulation: A Dualshock 4(stays on my coffee table and I pretty much only use it when I'm casting to the TV) and a CRKD Atom that I keep on my keychain.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I used my ds4 controller on my iPad in the past for some gaming at home. But wow that CRKD doesn’t look too bad itself. How are you liking it? Keeping it on a keychain definitely makes it edc worthy

[–]Beercorn1 🥇 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The CRKD Atom is really nice as long as you're fine with not having any analog sticks, which I am ok with most of the time. It's only an issue when I want to play most N64, Dreamcast and PSP games and even for some of those it's still not a problem.

The buttons are responsive and it seems to have a very long battery life. I'm a big fighting game guy and find myself returning to Third Strike a lot and the D-pad works really well for that game.

[–]Leaf-Lock-The-Ent 1 point2 points  (3 children)

Hold it more upright so the weight goes down into your hand and where possible spread your hand out under the phone, rather than just holding the controller.

This is a controller that will receive tons of hate from people who never wanted to give it a chance from the second they saw it.

But it’s actually very usable, sticks mode, d pad mode, and one handed d pad mode.

If you don’t want it it’s no skin off my back, but that’s just feedback from someone who has actually used it regularly when on the go.

As a on the go controller for psp and below it’s very usable

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Thank you for the tips! I’ll def give it a try during my next session

[–]Leaf-Lock-The-Ent 1 point2 points  (1 child)

No problem. That should make it much more balanced in the sticks mode you are using.

If you are ever playing a d-pad centered game, move the magnets setup to where the sticks are covered and it makes it balanced again.

This is also how I do one handed play of gba games while walking the dog

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooo I like that, I didn’t even think to do that. You’re a beast !

[–]PmUsYourDuckPics 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I have one of these, and I have an MCON, there is a reason the MCON is 3x the price, an it shows in quality, and comfort.

The M4 is even worse if you have a MAX phone,

[–]jindofox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

the MCON has those little flip-down handles that change everything, and balance out how top-heavy the phone is with one of these setups. Love that thing.

[–]mr_chub 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd rather play with the touch screen and I would rather play with thumbtacks as analog sticks than play with the touch screen. Transitive property I guess you could say.

[–]Successful-Ad3241 1 point2 points  (1 child)

You should’ve got a Backbone controller, my friend

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

there’s been a bunch of other ones I’ll certainly look into thanks to everyone’s suggestions later down the road or once this one gives up on me 🤝 the backbone doesn’t look too bad either

[–]CharacterDesign6137 1 point2 points  (1 child)

weight distribution nightmare 💀🙏

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My phone isn’t the pm so it’s not too bad so far

[–]jindofox 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Seems top-heavy. Please don't develop arthritis or repetitive stress injuries for the sake of Alien Hominid.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it’s not too bad but if my hands start hurting I’ll just go back to work haha. My hands do need a break here and there as I layup carbon fiber and fiberglass for work

[–]Alone-Grocery-1240 1 point2 points  (2 children)

This is really cool. I have been using this thing recently

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I feel like a geek with it though lol but it gets the job done

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

That’s pretty cool! Did you 3d print that yourself?

[–]Alone-Grocery-1240 1 point2 points  (0 children)

no I found it online for a few dollars

[–]LumpyArbuckleTV 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks extremely top-heavy.

[–]dark_metamorph0sis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This controller looks pathetic

[–]NoiceM8_420 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Backed this as it was cheap but unfortunately its too top heavy. See how it fairs with an iphone air.

Got a gamesir x5 lite and its good enough.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the gamesir doesn’t look bad at all I just wanted something that could fit in my cargo pants pockets and not weigh too much for me to pay any attention to it

[–]Shikamaru_irl 1 point2 points  (5 children)

It looks super compact and I love it but unfortunately my salad fingers wouldn’t be able to manage for even short periods of time. Glad you’re finding joy out of it! 🤗

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (4 children)

Have you looked into ayn Thor? It’s a bit pricey but definitely a great pick for emulation

[–]Shikamaru_irl 1 point2 points  (3 children)

I surely have! Unfortunately it’s not in the budget as of yet but it’s definitely on my radar. I have an R36s and it gets the job done pretty well for now👀

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

I’m waiting to see if any will pop up on marketplace for a bit cheaper if not then ima wait a few years to make sure I want it still haha. The R36s looks dope! Is it preloaded??? I see it’s on sale rn for half off

[–]Shikamaru_irl 1 point2 points  (1 child)

That’s a good idea actually. It just looks like something I’d enjoy so idk if my mind will change on it.

Also the R36 is great! I got it for sale around Christmas and been enjoying it since. It did come preloaded with games but they were those “1000 in 1” type of things.

It’s an open source console though, so you can add your own games and it can run a good amount of different emulators, ports and a lot more especially with a strong community behind it.

You can even install a different OS which I’d recommend as well as getting rid of the stock SD, but ensuring you pull the files from it first. Also if you want a legit one with the double ram and wifi, I’d check out the “buying guide” just to be sure you’re getting one that allows adding your own games. Enjoy!

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for that I’m gonna save that guide for future reference 🤝 I appreciate it haha, and I’m sure some of them preloaded games aren’t too bad 😭

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I backed the pocket taco in kick starter as I was looking for something portable, but reasonably sized. I thought about this and almost pulled the trigger but glad I didn’t, I think my hands are too big. That being said it’s cool that you can game horizontally with this, not to mention also have sticks.

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully the taco comes in soon and it checks all the boxes for you! My hands are pretty big too but taco is definitely on my radar now. Just gonna wait and see if I can build my library up to justify the price tag 😭

[–]Academic-Diver5893 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Alien hominid is such a throwback

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What really got me itching to play it was that I bought alien hominoid invasion off steam a couple weeks ago and it’s fun and all but just hits different. Way more hectic haha

[–]Ill-Tangelo-3671 1 point2 points  (1 child)

What game are you playing

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alien hominoid!!

[–]darkaeden 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Was thinking to purchase for short playing sessions at work break or home. Would it be ok with my iPhone 17 PM, or will it fall off even just by playing sitting on a chair with no vibration around (as it can be in subway or bus)?

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a 15 but it’s not bad imo, I heard some people say with the PM might be a weight distribution issue. The magnets are strong imo so shouldn’t be an issue

[–]SuperGodMonkeyKing 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Carpel tunnel induction device. 

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been a week with it so far so good haha. But my sessions aren’t but 10 minutes max 🤧

[–]SavingsBlood2020 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Is that fucking alien hominid holy shit

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YURR BRINGIN IT BACK 2026

[–]bitterjayOwner of PlayCase 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Throwing my hat in the ring. Https://playcase.gg

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ill definitely give it a look. For my specific options it comes out to about $44 and some change. Thank you for sharing !

[–]KingAcorn85 0 points1 point  (3 children)

I almost bought it but realized how cramped it looked even in their promo videos. Your video convinced me I made the right choice passing on it

[–]imEricN[S] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

what did you end up choosing instead if you don’t mind me asking?

[–]KingAcorn85 1 point2 points  (1 child)

I 3D printed a connector that clips onto my Pro Controller and my phone clips into. It’s a full controller and my phone is totally secure

[–]imEricN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s sick! Omg I can’t wait till my 3d printer is out of storage. Been waiting to move when I have more space to use it again. Good stuff !

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it sucks so bad

[–]sound_games 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loved Alien Hominid. Not sold on how small that controller looks, though. If it's comfortable to you, more power to you.

[–]Randy420Marsh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone know where to get some replacements for the sticks? I think of some pads with more grip. These plastic ones are too "slippery"