GameSir Tarantula Pro Wireless Controller for Switch/PC/iOS/Android with Charging Dock, Bluetooth 2.4G Wired ControllerCarbonfree Certified

I've been looking for an ergonomically comfortable PC controller for years. Only the Sony DualShock 4 was comfortable enough to be my daily driver, but wasn't good for most PC games without DS4Windows.This controller supports Xinput (Xbox controller) natively right out of the box, so everything else just works! The grip is perfect, feels just like the DS4, the controller is hefty without freaking too heavy or low quality, the dpad is mechanical and feels AMAZING, as do the R/L buttons and programmable face buttons. Latency feels great when connected via the USB Dongle, she even better with a direct wired connection.The only caveat is that you MUST update the firmware on BOTH the controller (via a wired USB cable) AND the dongle using their software. And on top of that, you'll likely have to recalibrate the controller as well, which you can do without the software.Do a Google Search for "GameSir Connect" software, and choose to download it manually from their site. Do NOT use the Microsoft Store version; it will not work. The version you download should be (at the time of writing 1.4.1).Once you have the software, install it and connect your controller via USB. You should be able to go into the software and choose firmware update to get it to the most recent version. BUT YOU'RE NOT DONE YET! You need to update the dongle as well, or some of your buttons or analog sticks don't work when you try wirelessly. With the GameSir Connect app still open, plug in the USB dongle, then HOLD the button on the dongle itself; you should see messages appear about updating its firmware as well. For the most part, you should now be good to go.In some instances, you'll need to recalibrate the sticks too, if they're too sensitive or otherwise wacky. All you have to do is hold the Select/Windows button (middle left), the Start/Menu button (middle right), and Xbox/GameSir button (logo button between the sticks) to enter calibration mode. From there, once it starts blinking, hit RT fully 3 times, LT fully 3 times, then rotate each analog stick fully clockwise 3 times and counter-clockwise 3x, then press the A button (bottom face bottom) to complete the recalibration.

This is an outstanding option for those considering the available pads with a symmetrical layout that can be natively recognized as an Xbox controller (which are not many!). Face buttons are membrane but feel good, not mushy. The bumpers and triggers are great with obvious feedback and back buttons are comfortable to press. The rumble is quite powerful, I often turn it down in-game. The layout-switching gear for the face buttons is definitely a gimmick, but it's cool tech. Everything feels super responsive out of the box to me- apparently the stick latency is below average, but I literally have not noticed a thing (playing with the dongle, not Bluetooth). If you are planning to use it for any super competitive shooters it may be an issue but it feels great to me. The fact that they are TMR and basically immune to drift is the most important thing to me. Very comfortable in the hand and makes for a really satisfying pad to use for long play sessions of Monster Hunter Wilds. :D Dock is superb as well.

The media could not be loaded. This controller is outstanding. Works seamlessly switching between both Switch and Steam Deck. The macro buttons are a great addition and even though there's only 2 on the back instead of 4 it's still fine. Buttons, dpad, and triggers all feel very good too. What I wasn't expecting were these joysticks! These sticks are so snappy and feel perfect with excellent grip that feels like it might not wear away immediately. This is amongst the nicest controllers I've ever owned for sure.

The Really Bad That Can't Be Ignored:Random disconnects using the wireless dongle.When the controller disconnects, the computer continues receiving the last responses it was given, to the imaginable horrible in-game consequences. It might go two days between a disconnect, or it might go five minutes.In my setup, the dongle is only about 2 ft. away from the controller, so this isn't a range issue.When the controller disconnects, it usually takes about 5 seconds to reconnect, although I've had to completely shut it off and pull the dongle from the computer to get it to reconnect.I haven't tested the controller using the wired mode as the entire point of purchasing it was to remove the wires. It might work better, but to reiterate, it is pointless to me. I want less wires being dragged around my desk, not more.I've been using the controller on a daily basis, and while the disconnections don't seem to occur any more frequently, they do still happen usually at least once per day.The Bad:Horrible software support with no true button remapping. I haven't used the rear "paddle" buttons at all because they can't be usefully mapped for my uses.The Good:Feels good in the hands, nice weight distribution, good battery life (for my uses).The sticks are nice, and move well. The triggers are excellent in linear mode or switch mode.The rear paddle switches recess into the body very nicely when disabled, and I don't even notice they're there.If you want to actually use the wireless functionality from the dongle, absolutely do not purchase this controller. It does not perform the function it is designed for and will have you replacing your drywall in short order.