GameSir Cyclone 2 PC Controller Mag-Res TMR Sticks 1000Hz Report Rate Hall & Micro 2-in-1 Triggers RGB Lighting with Charging Dock for PC/Switch/iOS/Android (Black)

First impressions: very impressed!
Let me preface this by saying I have had this controller for less than a week, and the real test will be time. I don’t like writing a review after so little time with a product because those reviews often feel like they’re saying “It arrived and it wasn’t on fire! Five stars!” But after my long search looking for a power-user controller that goes above and beyond what first-party ones offer and ending up disappointed and returning a few of them, I feel like my search has finally come to an end (for now) with the GameSir Cyclone 2 and that warrants a review.GameSir is one of the most commonly-mentioned names when people talk about quality third-party controllers. This is my first GameSir, and though I have heard the first Cyclone fell short in a lot of ways, this successor to it lives up to the hype I hear the brand. It has an Xbox-controller shape (which I think feels better than the more parallel 8BitDo Ultimate and Switch Pro frames), the button faces and D-pad are mechanical and very easy to press without being sunken into the shell– honestly even EASIER to press than other controllers, so it might take some time to get used to how they feel, though that’s not really fault. Only two back paddles, but that’s better than none, and they’re fully configurable. It also something I feel is VERY important, the Cyclone 2 has trigger locks. It still offers a hair-trigger feature (where any trigger pressure registers as 100% activation), but the tactility of it just being a button can be a game-changer for some, myself included. And the way it’s done is with very subtle, small levers nestled at the base of the triggers themselves, which are a little tricky to switch, but chances are if you use them you’ll set them once and never touch them again so in that case it’s nice they’re out of the way.Things that stood out to me are how seamless it is to turn on and off when the dongle is connected. The moment it connects, Windows recognizes it instantly (it appears as a Xbox controller), but more to my surprise is this: You know how when you plug in a controller mid-game and the game has to pause a moment to recognize it? Not with this controller. As long as the dongle is in, while I was playing, every time I turned it on, the game would just pick it up instantly and seamlessly. I don’t know what magic they did to achieve that, and it quite possibly is a per-game thing, so it may not be the same for you. Just something I thought I’d mention. It also has a neat feature where you can designate a button to act as a Shift key, where holding the button down changes what all the other buttons do when that button is held down, effectively doubling the number of inputs available. Very neat.The Cyclone 2 has a whole suite of features that can be configured directly on the controller itself through the Macro button, but you can do all of them AND more using the software, which is actually very quite intuitive. With the software, can bind multiple inputs to a button, keyboard inputs, mouse control, the “Shift” functions, configure deadzones, analog curves, turbo, and with four separate profiles you can switch between on the fly, it becomes quite versatile to pick up and go once you’ve gotten it the way you like. Speaking of pick-up-and-go, I very much like the charging stand. It has a USB input slot you can use for the dongle so it’s not using up two ports, and it automatically shuts off after a bit of time when it’s fully-charged or turned off.Connecting the Cyclone 2 to the Switch was no problem, and switching back and forth between it and PC is quick and simple, though not as simple as flicking a switch: you have to hold down two buttons for a couple of second, one combination to activate bluetooth and another for the Windows receiver. Once connected, it works VERY well on Switch.I could detail ALL the features, but I’ll just summarize it as thus:Pros:• Easy to set up• Mechanical D-pad and face buttons• TMR joysticks (drift-resistant and accurate) which feel smooth as butter• Trigger locks• Back buttons• Seamless transition between modes• Ergonomic• Nice charging stand that can house the receiver• Software to configure it is simple to navigate• VERY configurable with macros that include keyboard and mouse inputs, turbo, profiles, Shift profile, deadzones, curves, hair trigger• Screenshot button for SwitchCons:• D-pad, while decent, isn’t as nice as the Xbox Series X• Can’t adjust physical joystick tension• While very Xbox-like and works wonderfully with Windows, it is NOT compatible with Xbox• Only 2 back buttons, if you care for more• Lots of on-board features, such as Switch/PC mode and profiles, require button combinations, and it can be troublesome remembering them all, so hang on to the manual• It was just released this year, so its durability has yet to be thoroughly testedFinal word: I finally beat that post-game level in Rockin’ Kats and the Platinum Ticket in Bayonetta 3 using this controller. I think that’s a good metric which covers enough ground to know this controller is legit. Hope it lasts!

I’m blown away by the Gamesir Cyclone 2! As a gamer, I’ve tried numerous controllers, but this one takes the cake. The Cyclone 2 is a masterclass in design, functionality, and performance.The Cyclone 2’s performance is nothing short of phenomenal. The controller’s latency is virtually non-existent, and the buttons respond with a satisfying tactile click. The analog sticks are smooth and precise, making it a joy to play games that require finesse. I’ve played a variety of games, from FPS to RPG, and the Cyclone 2 has consistently delivered. customizations options, including button remapping, joystick sensitivity adjustment, and LED lighting effects. The Gamesir Cyclone 2 is an exceptional controller that offers outstanding performance, customization options.

I bought this controller as I need one to use with my MacBook and there aren’t many options for good quality controllers that also works with MacOS.It has so many great features that you won’t find on other controllers that a priced around the same.The only reason I have giving it a lower star rating is because my controller is faulty, the right analog stick does not sit inside the controller very well and constantly comes out, this isn’t the case for the left analog stick so I can only assume there is an issue with my controller in particular.

Der Gamesir Cyclone 2 ist ein nahezu perfekter Controller in meinen Augen. Vorallem für den Preis. Der Controller im Detail:Design und Verarbeitung:Die Verarbeitung des GameSir Cyclone 2 ist absolut hochwertig. Der Controller fühlt sich robust und langlebig an, ohne dabei schwer oder klobig zu wirken. Das Gewicht ist genau richtig – weder zu leicht noch zu schwer – und sorgt für ein angenehmes Handling auch bei längeren Gaming-Sessions. Die RGB-Beleuchtung verleiht dem Gerät eine moderne und coole Optik, ohne zu aufdringlich zu wirken.Sticks und Tasten:Die Mag Res TMR Sticks sind ein absolutes Highlight. Sie fühlen sich präzise an und übertreffen für mich sogar die beliebten Hall-Effect-Sticks in ihrer Stabilität und Genauigkeit. Allerdings ist die raue Oberfläche am Rand der Sticks nach einigen Stunden etwas unangenehm – hier besteht Verbesserungspotenzial.Die Face Buttons sind clicky und angenehm zu drücken, genau wie das Steuerkreuz, das präzise Eingaben ermöglicht. Alles fühlt sich sehr responsiv und hochwertig an.Trigger und Back Buttons:Die Trigger verdienen ein großes Lob: Sie sind nicht nur super komfortabel, sondern lassen sich auch auf Hair Trigger umstellen, was in kompetitiven Spielen ein Gamechanger sein kann. Die zwei Back Buttons sind perfekt positioniert und erweitern die Anpassungsmöglichkeiten, ohne im Weg zu sein.Software und Anpassung:Die Software des Cyclone 2 gut. Die Vielzahl an Einstellungsmöglichkeiten ist beeindruckend. Von der Tastenbelegung über Deadzones bis hin zu RGB-Anpassungen – hier bleiben keine Wünsche offen. Die intuitive Bedienung der Software macht das Ganze noch besser.Verbindung und Akku:Die Verbindung über den mitgelieferten Dongle ist hervorragend. Mit einer Abfragerate von 1000 Hz erreicht man ein extrem flüssiges und verzögerungsfreies Spielerlebnis. Bluetooth funktionierte in meinem kurzen Test ebenfalls einwandfrei. Der Akku ist solide: Nach 4 Stunden mit aktivierter RGB-Beleuchtung und Rumble hatte ich noch etwa 60 % übrig – das ist ein guter Wert.Rumble Feedback und Ladestation:Das Rumble Feedback ist klasse. Es ist präzise und gut abgestimmt, ohne übertrieben zu wirken. Die Ladestation ist ein weiteres Highlight: Sie sieht nicht nur edel aus, sondern ist auch funktional durchdacht. Der integrierte USB-Anschluss für den Dongle spart einen Anschluss am PC und sorgt für Ordnung.FazitDer GameSir Cyclone 2 ist ein nahezu perfekter Controller mit minimalen Schwächen. Die raue Oberfläche der Sticks ist der einzige echte Kritikpunkt, der aber den Gesamteindruck kaum trübt. Mit seiner fantastischen Verarbeitung, den klasse Tasten, der umfassenden Software und den durchdachten Features bietet er ein unschlagbares Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis.Empfehlung: Uneingeschränkt für Gamer, die einen vielseitigen und hochwertigen Controller suchen.‼️Wer meine Rezension hilfreich fand, bitte als nützlich markieren. Danke ‼️