GameSir Cyclone 2
Wireless controller with back paddles
Pros
- Smooth, precise TMR sticks that resist drift
- Hall-effect triggers with plenty of control
- Two rear paddles and full remapping in the GameSir app
- Comes with a charging stand
Cons
- Doesn't work with Xbox or PS5 consoles
- The D-pad and clicky face buttons split opinion; some find the D-pad mushy
- Reviews disagree on battery life; GameSir rates it at up to about 25 hours
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Details and specs
The GameSir Cyclone 2 is a mid-priced controller with TMR sticks, a newer magnetic design that is smooth, precise and resistant to drift. The Hall-effect triggers give plenty of control, and there are two rear paddles plus full remapping in the GameSir app. It comes with a charging stand.
It works with PC, Switch, Android and iOS, but not with Xbox or PS5 consoles. The D-pad and clicky face buttons split opinion; some reviewers find the D-pad mushy. Reviews also disagree on battery life.
- TMR sticks and Hall-effect triggers
- Two programmable rear paddles
- USB-C cable, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz dongle
- Charging stand included
- Battery up to about 25 hours (maker’s figure)