Overview
A wired controller for Xbox and PC, it is the first Xbox-licensed controller to feature Hall Effect sticks, meaning no stick drift with use. This guide explains connection, settings, calibration, and troubleshooting common issues.
Features
- Hall Effect Sticks: Frictionless magnetic sensing prevents stick drift, with anti-friction glide rings.
- Tuned Analog Triggers: 100% response area across the full trigger travel.
- Lockable Back Buttons: The R4 and L4 buttons are programmable and can be disabled with the lock switch.
- Full Software Customization: Three profiles via the GameSir Nexus software.
- Four Vibration Motors: Two in the grips and two behind the triggers.
Device Layout and Button Names
| Position | Elements |
|---|---|
| Front Face | Light indicator, Xbox button, View button, Menu button, A B X Y buttons, Share button, and M button |
| Top Edge | USB-C port, LB and RB buttons, LT and RT triggers |
| Back Face | R4 and L4 back buttons |
| Bottom Edge | 3.5mm audio jack |
The USB-C port is located in the middle of the top edge, and the light indicator is directly above the Xbox button. The R4 and L4 back buttons are marked in red, and each back button has its own lock switch.
Specifications
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Supported Platforms | Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, Windows 10/11 systems, and Android devices |
| Connection Method | Wired via USB-C port, with a separate 3-meter cable |
| Weight | 221 grams |
| Companion Software | GameSir Nexus App |
Connection and Play
Connecting to an Xbox or PC
- Connect the separate USB-C cable to the controller, then connect the other end to the Xbox or PC.
- Press the Xbox button briefly to turn on the controller.
- The white indicator stays solid when the connection is successful.
- Insert the plug firmly without pressing any buttons during connection; you may hear a light click when the port is seated.
Switching Input Mode
To switch the input mode, press and hold the Xbox button and the Share button together.
Programming Back Buttons
The R4 and L4 back buttons have no default function, meaning pressing them provides no input before they are programmed. The M button is the programming switch.
To program a back button:
- Press and hold the M button and the back button you want to program until the indicator starts flashing.
- Press the button whose function you want to copy to the back button.
To cancel programming:
- Press and hold the M button and the same back button until the indicator starts flashing.
- Press the same back button again to cancel the function.
Indicator States
| State | Indication |
|---|---|
| Solid white | Connection successful |
| Slow flashing white | Calibration mode |
| Solid red | Microphone mute enabled |
Button Combinations
| Function | Combination |
|---|---|
| Switch input mode | Xbox button + Share button together |
| Enter/Cancel back button programming | M button + required back button |
| Load default profile | M button + Y button |
| Load first profile | M button + B button |
| Load second profile | M button + A button |
| Load third profile | M button + X button |
| Enter calibration mode | View, Menu, and Xbox buttons together while inserting the cable |
| Factory reset | View, Menu, and M buttons together, then Xbox button for three seconds |
The red-marked A B X Y buttons are the profile switching buttons used with the M button.
Calibration
- Press and hold the View, Menu, and Xbox buttons while inserting the USB-C cable into the PC port; the Xbox button indicator will start flashing white slowly.
- Ensure you do not touch the LT and RT triggers or the sticks, then press the A button.
- Press the LT and RT triggers to their full travel, and rotate the sticks at their maximum angle three times for each, then press the A button.
- The white indicator will stay solid to indicate calibration is complete.
Reset
- Press and hold the View, Menu, and M buttons until the logo button flashes.
- Then, press and hold the Xbox button for three seconds.
- This clears all profiles and settings, and the controller returns to factory settings.
Companion Software and Firmware Update
- Install the GameSir Nexus software on your PC or Xbox.
- Connect the controller with the cable, then click the upward-pointing arrow in the top right of the screen labeled "Firmware Update."
- Do not disconnect the cable during the update.
FAQ
The controller is connected and the light is on, but there is no response in the game
Ensure the cable is firmly connected, try another port on the device, and try a different cable. If the problem persists, reset the controller by pressing View, Menu, and M together.
The back buttons are not working
The back buttons have no default function and provide no input before they are programmed; the programming method is explained in the Back Buttons section.
The Xbox button opens the console shutdown menu
Go to console settings, then General, then TV & display options, then Device control, and disable HDMI-CEC.
The 1000Hz polling rate option does not appear on Xbox
The Xbox imposes a maximum limit of 250Hz, so the 1000Hz option is only available on PC.
The indicator light is too bright and bothers me
From the Xbox console settings, go to Accessibility, then Night mode, then Controller brightness.
Are internal spare parts sold?
Internal spare parts such as electronic components and ports are not sold separately. Items available for separate sale include: cable, front faceplates, stick caps, and anti-friction rings.
Does overcharging damage the battery?
All GameSir controllers have overcharge protection; charging stops automatically when the battery is full.
The headset does not work via the 3.5mm jack
Ensure the headset plug is fully inserted until it rests inside the jack, verify that microphone mute is not enabled, and in the Xbox settings, set the headset audio to uncompressed stereo mode.
Documentation Notes
- In the FAQ section on the official page, platforms are mentioned as Xbox consoles and Windows systems only, whereas the specifications table adds Android; both versions appear in the same source.
- In the official diagram on the GameSir website, the left lock switch name was mistakenly written as the right switch name; correctly, each back button has its own lock switch.