Comment on GameSir Tako: A vertical phone controller for retro games. At $21 in China, is it worth it?
frenchfrynoob@lemmy.world 1 week ago
Summary At $14–21, if you have a spare phone, just buy it without hesitation. At $35? That depends on how dedicated you are to playing vertical emulators with physical buttons. Is it worth buying from China? That depends on how badly you want physical buttons for vertical emulators — just keep in mind that the warranty may not be transferable.
fishy@lemmy.today 1 week ago
But for $35 I can get a r3x variant which has a screen, why would someone choose this over that?
Bazoogle@lemmy.world 1 week ago
This would be used on your phone, for all of the advantages that may come with. From customization, battery life, portability, bigger screen, screen quality, or whatever else. It’s a device you are going to have with you anyway
fishy@lemmy.today 1 week ago
I had a whole thing typed out about why this thing feels inferior to a standalone. Then I realized it could be used for games developed for mobile, not just emulators. I get it now lol
frenchfrynoob@lemmy.world 1 week ago
You should check out the GameSir X4 Butterfly. One controller, three ways to play — it might give you a different experience. Thank you for your honest reply." Alternatively, a slightly more natural version: “You might want to look into the GameSir X4 Butterfly — one controller with three different play modes. It could offer you a different experience. Thanks for your sincere response.”
fishy@lemmy.today 1 week ago
I actually use a 3d printed device that holds a switch joycon on either side of my phone. It works in both horizontal and vertical orientations and leaves the entire screen open. I only really use it for DS games and still prefer standalone devices, I’ve been killed by a notification blocking my phone screen too many times!
frenchfrynoob@lemmy.world 1 week ago
Here’s a concise version of your translation: “My humble view: the biggest issue with this controller isn’t its quality or creativity—it’s the use case. In China, portable mobile controllers aren’t mainstream; most players have only used PC controllers. That said, I appreciate they made it. I hope more players will discover this category and create even better products.”