These controls not only feel great but also perform well no matter what kind of game youre playing.
It simultaneously ensures compatibility with most phone cases, removing one of my biggest gripes with the Backbone One.
It can also be purchased directly from the GameSir website, in addition to an official store on AliExpress.
A set of four thumbstick covers is also included in the box.
Although I didnt find the need to use them, it still makes for a neat little pack-in bonus.
Despite ample space, theres disappointingly no headphone jack to be seen anywhere.
My model also sported quite a few prominent manufacturing seams that tarnish the otherwise clean purple and gray aesthetic.
Likewise, the triggers are a very comfortable size and operate responsively.
Similar micro switches are then used in the d-pad, which is a comfortable concave shape.
The shoulder buttons are then large, responsive, and produce a very satisfying mechanical click.
This strong performance carried over into game streaming.
If youre searching for a budget-friendly mobile controller thats perfect for cloud gaming, few perform better than this.
Should I buy the GameSir X2s pop in-C?
Best of all, it comes at an impressively affordable price.
Other options are more expensive, but use more premium materials as a result.
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First reviewed April 2024
