My first impression of the GameSir x5s wireless game controller was one of excitement. As I contemplated the chance to turn my phone into a fully-fledged gaming machine, I couldn\u2019t wait to experience my favorite games in a new way. Unboxing the controller was an experience I was excited for, and it didn\u2019t disappoint – the controller is a work of art with its sleek design and feels sturdy in all the places it should, while remaining comfy to hold and use.<\/p>\n
In order to connect to the x5s, there\u2019s a Bluetooth color-coded system. Red for Switch mode, yellow for Android mode, dark blue for DS4 mode, and light blue for G-Touch mode. I like this, and the manual clearly explains which color corresponds to which device the controller is set to pair with. However, I was slightly put off by the fact that it doesn\u2019t really go into any troubleshooting details.<\/p>\n
When my phone was struggling to pair with the controller, I couldn\u2019t find any clues as to how I should fix it, other than an apparent lack of a flashing light that I was supposed to see. There were no issues with the connection once the pairing was complete, though – I sat for several hours straight with the controller, playing my top picks from our guide to the best mobile games, and faced no problems.<\/p>\n