Affordable Xiaomi Game Controller introduced. It can be connected via Bluetooth and wire
Miscellaneous / / April 19, 2023
Works with Windows and Android, Steam support is present.
Xiaomi introduced a simplified version of the flagship gamepad GamePad Elite Edition. The new model is almost 2 times cheaper, but at the same time retained the main features of the older version, including support for Windows, Android and Steam.
Three connection modes are available: Bluetooth, wireless with a USB adapter, and via cable.
The controller has two large sticks, a D-pad, A/B/X/Y keys, plus buttons to switch between Bluetooth devices and Start. On the back, two triggers on each side. Each key can withstand a million keystrokes.
The built-in 6-axis gyroscope allows you to determine the position of the controller in space and reads the user's movements. This type of input is more popular in console games, but the addition is nice.
The autonomy of the controller is 20 hours, USB-C is used for recharging.
Xiaomi Game Controller was priced at 199 yuan (≈2,400 rubles). It's already on sale in China and should be available on AliExpress soon.