I got my G8+ last week and I love it but still am getting my head round the Games if mode for remapping touch screen controls. A tutorial on that would be great.
Awesome Video as always Cleff! I wanted to ask of you could also test the dongle on ps5/ps4? Maybe the bluetooth connection on ps mode will actually work with the dongle plugged into the console?
Sorry but upon feeling the responsiveness of a USB C's direct connection, Bluetooth controllers for mobile just aren't for me anymore, unless they create a wired plus version, this is a pass for me.
The ps/ios mode is not found on android with Bluetooth. It will only connect in yellow mode. Mode button plus A button. In this mode there is no real rumble just an odd thud every now and then.
The PS/iOS mode is capture plus the right face button (which can be A or B depending on layout). It shouldn’t be dependant on the operating system you’re on, it works for iOS, Android and PC.
Remote Play on Android requires a Sony licensed (or spoofed) mode to work. Therefore, as long as you are on PS mode (capture + right face button), it’ll work just fine. Cheers!
You dungle, words that have this sound: Jungle Bundle Dung Hung Sung Won Money Fun The way Google said in this video is dongle, other words with this sound: Dawn Song Wad Hawk Lob Yawn Gobble On Pawn Con Job Fog Hog
The dongle as worked on iOS, Android and PC. It’s the mode that will (or will not work). For example, Switch mode will work on all three, but Xbox mode will not on iOS.
Thanks @jayjayhooksch1 , that is actually the most useful comment I’ve seen helping me single out that sound (I don’t hear it still) so that I can work towards hearing it and pronouncing it right. Thanks! 🙏
@game tech talk Can you explain why the Yellow LED (android) with android 13, sends a notification once connected to "Configure your physical keyboard"? Android13 thinks the G8+ I'd a legitimate keyboard and you can see this in depth if you go to motion inputs/simulation in PlayStore Dolphin Emulator and click "Device" drop-down to GameSir G8+, you'll see EVERY BUTTON q keyboard has AS WELL as all the buttons named as we call them. "Button A, R1, R3" NOT as almost every ither Emulator displays them, Button 96,97,102,103,107,108,109 Acis -15,+15 Axis -0,+0,-1,+1. It's It's weird. Why is this?
Just bought this and the dead zones are terrible on ios. It's set to 0 to 100 in the app but I've got to move like halfway on the joystick before the game moves
@Game Tech Talk Also, FYI ,When in BlueTooth Settings, if paired, when you press and hold the "Pair" Button next to the Charging USB C port underneath the controller, it will show a NEW Gamesir G8+. And it will CONTINUE to do this an infinite amount of times as long as you pair each time. The craziest part is each of these SOMEHOW has an entirely new mapping for each Gamesir G8+ connection. I've noticed in an Emulator such as Dolphin, it does not recognize the new Paired G8+ like the previous ones, even when it's the exact same controller. I have to clear them all and re map. What's this about?
I'm hesitant on buying a G8+ cause I wanna play games while using my bluetooth earbud. Is there any other way to use bluetooth on both earbud and the G8+? Or is there any other better controllers for this feature?
Of all the G8+ videos I've seen you're the only one that actually talks about the rumble rather than just read off a spec sheet. So I guess android mode doesn't have rumble? Seems a bit silly to need such a long dongle though
One can definitely make-do without the dongle, but it does increase the versatility of the controller. As for rumble not working everywhere. I think it has to do with different protocols and how they would have their board design to re-route the rumble data line. In other words, it would be close to impossible to have a controller transform to match the different production designs that existed. Think emulation, but that can emulate every hardware as if it was the native original stuff.
If i recall in another video you were able to use it on 13" pro ipad on landscape. but in this video you say only in portrait, do you no longer recommend it for ipad 13" pro tablets? was still on the fence on buying this
No no no, it's not "only portrait", I show portrait for people that prefer not to mod it. You can still very much use it in landscape, you just have to do this little (literally half a second) mod and you're set. See it more in detail here: ua-cam.com/video/OeapSjwUptQ/v-deo.html
Bah no worries my guy, I consider myself smart too but if someone was to tell me about the parts of a car, I'd probably have a throbbing headache, that don't make me less smart. The controller world is becoming quite complex, and truthfully, I don't know all of it either, there are far better educated people on the matter but I'm learning as I go. Hopefully, you'll tag along and learn with me. If you have specific questions, don't hesitate. Cheers!
Too heavy, especially with Switch. The right stick is awkwardly placed. The grips need to be narrower to allow secure and comfortable holding of it with ring and and pinky fingers.
Technically, with the dongle, you’d be able to use with a converter, unfortunately, I do not own one so I can’t quite comment on how good that would work.
I wish I was, this is « th & t » hell all over again. 😫 English is not my first language, and it seems like I’m not « hearing » the distinction so I’ll have to train myself over time. It’s ok, I’ll manage, I did with « th » about 6-7 years ago, I’ll do it with « don & dun ».
The word you're saying rhymes with "jungle." "Dongle" is not intended to rhyme with "jungle." That said, you did look it up. Your context is clear. You're not being misunderstood, so for what it's worth *I* don't mind how you're saying it. 😊
Thanks for giving me this understanding approach. It creates a healthier environment to mess up and learn. That’s also a great example you provided that I’ll be able to remind myself on as I learn to hear (and repeat) this sound. As a non-native English speaker, I wasn’t aware until now that these sounded different.
Two things I miss about G8 Plus (Even being waiting for all these months and you did not do it) 1) How to use G8 Plus on windows mode when it is in XINPUT mode (with no dongle) 2) you should try the 'rrtronicscreations' expansion kit for the G8 plus. They have the kit , or the kit just installed+ the g8 plus. Also they personalided this gamepad with ps buttons. Lets have a look because it is astonishing. I really miss XINPUT mode compatkbility by bluetooth on this G8 Plus for Windows. You did not do that tutorial yet. Thanks
Hey Andrew! I did not do the XInput by bluetooth because it simply is not possible unfortunately. This controller does not offer the option. However, you can use ViGem like I had mentioned to you. ViGem is super simple to use. You plug in your controller, it'll show you it, and you simply change the mode that it is on and that'll do the conversion for you. I'm sure it's easy to find a tutorial online. I am in talk with RRTronics to feature their PlayStation button during the tierlist. Cheers!
@@GameTechTalk thanks...but I did not find any Vigem tutorial... And really would like to learn how to use it... , you meant, I activate ps mode, then in Vgem app I select Xbox??? Or what? Another solution would see, using the ps mode and in Steam input you can maps and use any game The problem with the xinput mode comes when using xbox gamepass XCLOUD streaming, if I select ps mode I do suspect that rumble will not work, I would neex xinput mode... Or, ...buying the dongle and let it plugged always on my onexplayer, however, I would like not to depend of the dongle. It looks awful plugged. I cannot Believe why BSP D9 has xinput mode and Gamesir 8G plus not..., so please if you could récord a brief video tutorial of how to connect the G8 Plus to Windows and how to make it recognizes the gamepad as Xbox controller, it would be ASTONISHING I BEG YOU PLEASE !!!!
@@GameTechTalk The way you were pronouncing it all I could think of was dingleberries, gave me quite a chuckle tho 🤣🤣 we're all human so don't be too hard on yourself. Keep the grind up homie 🫡🫡✌️✌️
Not per se, there is indeed a wire but it connects only when the controller is completely collapsed. And when it is and the controller is plugged, the second battery gets charged.
@@GameTechTalk interesting, so we can't keep those controller attached, we need to remove controller when charging. also the wired mode must be a bit higher latency since it's not fully wired.
You would need a custom 3D printed clip to hold onto the Win Mini and for the G8Plus to clamp on because the corners at the back of the Win Mini are too steep.
These videos are coming out at the perfect time, I've been looking into getting something to play cloud games on my phone. I've noticed you have both so I figure I'll ask: do you think the new X2S bluetooth is much more pocketable than the G8+? I've really wanted to get something feature-filled that can fit in a medium to large pocket but I'm not sure if the tradeoffs are worth it, or if the X2S is much more pocketable than the G8 in person.
It is definitely and undoubtedly more pocketable. But the G8+ is also vastly superior on features, quality and overall feel. So it’ll come down to what you wish to sacrifice. Pocketability or overall quality?
Iv bought 3 gamesir controllers, 1 for me (G8) and the other 2 (G8+) as gifts. Truly the most reliable 3rd party controller i have ever bought.
Yup, they are quality stuff! We are so blessed to be living in this era of controller goodness! 😊
18:50 - thanks for the shortcuts!
With pleasure! 😊
Great vid, I received this as a gift and I love it, I use it for switch.
It is an extremely versatile controller solution, definitely great to use on the Switch as you mentioned!
I got my G8+ last week and I love it but still am getting my head round the Games if mode for remapping touch screen controls. A tutorial on that would be great.
I’ll consider it, I was supposed to do one for the original G8 but it fell between two cracks. Their mapping software is very feature rich too.
Awesome Video as always Cleff! I wanted to ask of you could also test the dongle on ps5/ps4? Maybe the bluetooth connection on ps mode will actually work with the dongle plugged into the console?
Sorry but upon feeling the responsiveness of a USB C's direct connection, Bluetooth controllers for mobile just aren't for me anymore, unless they create a wired plus version, this is a pass for me.
There are some great rubber tape grips available for the g8 that really help when on tablets
where can we find them?
@@daliodis3153AliExpress
If you have a model number, don’t hesitate to share, thanks for the suggestion!
@@GameTechTalk TALONGAMES Controller Grips Lite Version Compatible With GameSir G8 Galileo,G8+ Handle Grips,Non-slip
Awesome tutorial sir!
Glad you liked it! 😁
The ps/ios mode is not found on android with Bluetooth. It will only connect in yellow mode. Mode button plus A button. In this mode there is no real rumble just an odd thud every now and then.
The PS/iOS mode is capture plus the right face button (which can be A or B depending on layout). It shouldn’t be dependant on the operating system you’re on, it works for iOS, Android and PC.
Does the dungle support gyro?
It does yes, as long as you are on a mod that it is available.
Does moonlight passthrough rumble?
It does, it is more dependant on the mode on the controller, the software will work no problem.
I completely forgot about that redmagic controller
I never owned that one, might pick it up one day, we’ll see.
Hi there, i recently got a unit myself but i cant seem to connect it to remote play. Can you share a step by step process?
@@aaronmong3759 yooo follow the manual that it comes with and the sync button is next to the charging port
Remote Play on Android requires a Sony licensed (or spoofed) mode to work. Therefore, as long as you are on PS mode (capture + right face button), it’ll work just fine. Cheers!
You dungle, words that have this sound:
Jungle
Bundle
Dung
Hung
Sung
Won
Money
Fun
The way Google said in this video is dongle, other words with this sound:
Dawn
Song
Wad
Hawk
Lob
Yawn
Gobble
On
Pawn
Con
Job
Fog
Hog
Thank you for this, I’ll work towards improving!
Just test the dungle on android. It won't pair. Do you have and android device you can test on?
The dongle as worked on iOS, Android and PC. It’s the mode that will (or will not work). For example, Switch mode will work on all three, but Xbox mode will not on iOS.
@GameTechTalk hmm. I've tried all 4 modes and none connect to the dongle. Tried on 2 different android devices.
@GameTechTalk I just tried on pc aswell. I think the dongle is a dud
@@ivana6141 That is weird, maybe the dongle can be updated?
@@ivana6141 Is it the Nova Lite dongle by any chance? Because that one does not seem to work with other GameSir stuff, not when I tried at least.
D-on-gle. Not d-un-gle
@@aaronandrews5731 or don (like a mafia boss) gull (like the bird), don-gull.
Instead of done-gull, as he's saying now.
@@jayjayhooksch1 Song-le
Thanks @jayjayhooksch1 , that is actually the most useful comment I’ve seen helping me single out that sound (I don’t hear it still) so that I can work towards hearing it and pronouncing it right. Thanks! 🙏
@game tech talk Can you explain why the Yellow LED (android) with android 13, sends a notification once connected to "Configure your physical keyboard"? Android13 thinks the G8+ I'd a legitimate keyboard and you can see this in depth if you go to motion inputs/simulation in PlayStore Dolphin Emulator and click "Device" drop-down to GameSir G8+, you'll see EVERY BUTTON q keyboard has AS WELL as all the buttons named as we call them. "Button A, R1, R3" NOT as almost every ither Emulator displays them, Button 96,97,102,103,107,108,109 Acis -15,+15 Axis -0,+0,-1,+1.
It's It's weird. Why is this?
Just bought this and the dead zones are terrible on ios. It's set to 0 to 100 in the app but I've got to move like halfway on the joystick before the game moves
@Game Tech Talk
Also, FYI ,When in BlueTooth Settings, if paired, when you press and hold the "Pair" Button next to the Charging USB C port underneath the controller, it will show a NEW Gamesir G8+. And it will CONTINUE to do this an infinite amount of times as long as you pair each time.
The craziest part is each of these SOMEHOW has an entirely new mapping for each Gamesir G8+ connection. I've noticed in an Emulator such as Dolphin, it does not recognize the new Paired G8+ like the previous ones, even when it's the exact same controller. I have to clear them all and re map.
What's this about?
I'm hesitant on buying a G8+ cause I wanna play games while using my bluetooth earbud. Is there any other way to use bluetooth on both earbud and the G8+? Or is there any other better controllers for this feature?
Wish you would've explained how to map the buttons in the G-touch mode, but you didn't even mention G-touch, let alone explain how to use it.
Dongle- "Daa-ng-le"
DONG-ULL not DUNG-ULL
Hope that helps!
Of all the G8+ videos I've seen you're the only one that actually talks about the rumble rather than just read off a spec sheet. So I guess android mode doesn't have rumble? Seems a bit silly to need such a long dongle though
One can definitely make-do without the dongle, but it does increase the versatility of the controller. As for rumble not working everywhere. I think it has to do with different protocols and how they would have their board design to re-route the rumble data line. In other words, it would be close to impossible to have a controller transform to match the different production designs that existed. Think emulation, but that can emulate every hardware as if it was the native original stuff.
If i recall in another video you were able to use it on 13" pro ipad on landscape. but in this video you say only in portrait, do you no longer recommend it for ipad 13" pro tablets? was still on the fence on buying this
No no no, it's not "only portrait", I show portrait for people that prefer not to mod it. You can still very much use it in landscape, you just have to do this little (literally half a second) mod and you're set. See it more in detail here: ua-cam.com/video/OeapSjwUptQ/v-deo.html
Im a smart guy but ngl, I did not understand anything in the first 10 mins with the modes, dungles, d input vs x input, beige Ps vs white etc.
Bah no worries my guy, I consider myself smart too but if someone was to tell me about the parts of a car, I'd probably have a throbbing headache, that don't make me less smart.
The controller world is becoming quite complex, and truthfully, I don't know all of it either, there are far better educated people on the matter but I'm learning as I go. Hopefully, you'll tag along and learn with me. If you have specific questions, don't hesitate. Cheers!
Too heavy, especially with Switch. The right stick is awkwardly placed. The grips need to be narrower to allow secure and comfortable holding of it with ring and and pinky fingers.
The good news is you got to try it and identify it wasn’t for you. You might like the EasySMX M15. It’s much lighter!
Can you use the G8+ to connect to xbox series x/s? Either wired or via a dongle/converter?
Technically, with the dongle, you’d be able to use with a converter, unfortunately, I do not own one so I can’t quite comment on how good that would work.
Wait is he doing it on purpose? That clearly “Don’’
I wish I was, this is « th & t » hell all over again. 😫 English is not my first language, and it seems like I’m not « hearing » the distinction so I’ll have to train myself over time. It’s ok, I’ll manage, I did with « th » about 6-7 years ago, I’ll do it with « don & dun ».
The word you're saying rhymes with "jungle." "Dongle" is not intended to rhyme with "jungle."
That said, you did look it up. Your context is clear. You're not being misunderstood, so for what it's worth *I* don't mind how you're saying it. 😊
Thanks for giving me this understanding approach. It creates a healthier environment to mess up and learn. That’s also a great example you provided that I’ll be able to remind myself on as I learn to hear (and repeat) this sound. As a non-native English speaker, I wasn’t aware until now that these sounded different.
Two things I miss about G8 Plus (Even being waiting for all these months and you did not do it)
1) How to use G8 Plus on windows mode when it is in XINPUT mode (with no dongle)
2) you should try the 'rrtronicscreations' expansion kit for the G8 plus. They have the kit , or the kit just installed+ the g8 plus. Also they personalided this gamepad with ps buttons.
Lets have a look because it is astonishing.
I really miss XINPUT mode compatkbility by bluetooth on this G8 Plus for Windows. You did not do that tutorial yet.
Thanks
Hey Andrew! I did not do the XInput by bluetooth because it simply is not possible unfortunately. This controller does not offer the option. However, you can use ViGem like I had mentioned to you. ViGem is super simple to use. You plug in your controller, it'll show you it, and you simply change the mode that it is on and that'll do the conversion for you. I'm sure it's easy to find a tutorial online. I am in talk with RRTronics to feature their PlayStation button during the tierlist. Cheers!
@@GameTechTalk thanks...but I did not find any Vigem tutorial...
And really would like to learn how to use it... , you meant, I activate ps mode, then in Vgem app I select Xbox??? Or what?
Another solution would see, using the ps mode and in Steam input you can maps and use any game
The problem with the xinput mode comes when using xbox gamepass XCLOUD streaming, if I select ps mode I do suspect that rumble will not work, I would neex xinput mode...
Or, ...buying the dongle and let it plugged always on my onexplayer, however, I would like not to depend of the dongle. It looks awful plugged.
I cannot Believe why BSP D9 has xinput mode and Gamesir 8G plus not..., so please if you could récord a brief video tutorial of how to connect the G8 Plus to Windows and how to make it recognizes the gamepad as Xbox controller, it would be ASTONISHING
I BEG YOU PLEASE !!!!
DON* GLE*
Don like Italian mafia boss
You're pronouncing it like DUNG. Dung is slang for shit...
I’ve been practicing a lot this past 24 hours, I need to fix this. Thanks!! And yeah, like a dung bettle hehe!
@@GameTechTalk The way you were pronouncing it all I could think of was dingleberries, gave me quite a chuckle tho 🤣🤣 we're all human so don't be too hard on yourself. Keep the grind up homie 🫡🫡✌️✌️
What is the name of the Racing game on the rumble section?
Rush Rally Origins, it's a pretty fun game!
@@GameTechTalk thank you sir!
so left and right is not connected by wire?
Not per se, there is indeed a wire but it connects only when the controller is completely collapsed. And when it is and the controller is plugged, the second battery gets charged.
@@GameTechTalk interesting, so we can't keep those controller attached, we need to remove controller when charging.
also the wired mode must be a bit higher latency since it's not fully wired.
@@doniherald7745 You can still charge while opened but it will only charge one of the two batteries it has.
Mine is arriving today. Excited to try it!
Hope you enjoy it!
Would this work with the GPD Win Mini?
You would need a custom 3D printed clip to hold onto the Win Mini and for the G8Plus to clamp on because the corners at the back of the Win Mini are too steep.
@@GameTechTalk I'm sorry I know I asked this question before I was just hoping since this was a new controller something might have changed
These videos are coming out at the perfect time, I've been looking into getting something to play cloud games on my phone. I've noticed you have both so I figure I'll ask: do you think the new X2S bluetooth is much more pocketable than the G8+? I've really wanted to get something feature-filled that can fit in a medium to large pocket but I'm not sure if the tradeoffs are worth it, or if the X2S is much more pocketable than the G8 in person.
It is definitely and undoubtedly more pocketable. But the G8+ is also vastly superior on features, quality and overall feel.
So it’ll come down to what you wish to sacrifice. Pocketability or overall quality?