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GameSir G8+ Wired & Bluetooth Game Controller w/ Hall Effect Sticks & Gyroscope

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GameSir Official Store via Walmart has GameSir G8+ Wired & Bluetooth Game Controller w/ Hall Effect Sticks & 6-Axis Gyroscope (Black) on sale for $42.99. Shipping is free.

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About this item:
  • Hall Effect sensing sticks and triggers offer precise, smooth, and durable control for competitive gaming.
  • Fits a wide range of devices, including phones, Switch, and tablets, thanks to its extendable design.
  • The 6-axis gyroscope enhances gameplay with precise motion control, ideal for Switch games.
  • Dual motors deliver strong and subtle vibrations for an immersive gaming experience.
  • Interchangeable magnetic components let you personalize your controller's appearance and functionality.
  • Enjoy console-sized sticks and buttons for exceptional control and comfort during long gaming sessions.
  • Bluetooth for mobile devices, Wired for PC. Each side Battery capacity is 500mAh.

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  • Our research indicates this offer is $17 lower (28% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • This offer is $4.44 lower than a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on over 510 Walmart customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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GameSir Official Store via Walmart has GameSir G8+ Wired & Bluetooth Game Controller w/ Hall Effect Sticks & 6-Axis Gyroscope (Black) on sale for $42.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for finding this deal.

About this item:
  • Hall Effect sensing sticks and triggers offer precise, smooth, and durable control for competitive gaming.
  • Fits a wide range of devices, including phones, Switch, and tablets, thanks to its extendable design.
  • The 6-axis gyroscope enhances gameplay with precise motion control, ideal for Switch games.
  • Dual motors deliver strong and subtle vibrations for an immersive gaming experience.
  • Interchangeable magnetic components let you personalize your controller's appearance and functionality.
  • Enjoy console-sized sticks and buttons for exceptional control and comfort during long gaming sessions.
  • Bluetooth for mobile devices, Wired for PC. Each side Battery capacity is 500mAh.

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • Our research indicates this offer is $17 lower (28% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • This offer is $4.44 lower than a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on over 510 Walmart customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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I have this and have never had a problem with input lag. The battery life is pretty good in my limited experience, and the lack of usb c port in the middle of the controller is a must for people who want to put their phone/tablet in different orientations. The real issue I have with it is that two of my controller's magnetic face buttons fell off somehow and the only way to get replacements is to buy them for ~$25 on Etsy. Gamesir doesn't offer any official ones.



Check out GameNative and Gamehub if you haven't. Those apps let you play PC games from your Steam/GOG/Amazon library on your Android device. It's very hit and miss, but a lot of 2D (like Hollow Knight Silksong, Cuphead) and lightweight 3D games (Skyrim, Fallout New Vegas) work well on modern Snapdragon chips.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9ZlYhgnI-g
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darkphantom
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I have this for my fold, works well!
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atlascore
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You act like Bluetooth just came out yesterday and it isn't used for a wide variety of controllers. Your idea of lag is way overblown.
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Community Reviews

The GameSir G8 Plus is a wraparound mobile controller that fits larger phones and some tablets, with Hall effect sticks, gyroscope support, and both Bluetooth and USB C use. It works well with foldables, an 11 inch iPad, and a Samsung Tab S7 even with the case on, and the grip and feel draw strong praise for mobile play and cloud streaming. Bluetooth performance is often fine for emulation and general use, but latency can show up in faster games, and Android audio lag can also be noticeable. The main drawbacks are accidental presses near the D pad, charging and Bluetooth tradeoffs, and limited official replacement parts, making it a solid fit if you want a roomy handheld setup.

  • The controller works well with foldable phones and tablets, including Samsung Tab S7 with the case on.

    darkphantomCartear

  • The controller can connect via USB-C to consoles, which supports wired play without relying on Bluetooth.

    VioletRaccoon567

  • The controller's lack of a USB-C port in the middle helps support different phone and tablet orientations.

    HardlyPosts

  • The controller can feel good for mobile gaming and cloud streaming, including Luna and Game Pass.

    JDawgg77

  • The controller can lag depending on the game, with FPS, racing, and sports titles showing noticeable delay.

    NateN8140

  • Magnetic face buttons can fall off, and replacement parts reportedly cost about $25 on Etsy with no official replacements.

    HardlyPosts

  • Buttons located directly under the D-pad can be easy to accidentally press during D-pad use.

    SuperbBeing

  • Bluetooth use on Android can cause noticeable audio lag that varies by device.

    NumberNineLarge

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Oct 9, 2026 9:57 PM
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darkphantomOct 9, 2026 9:57 PM
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I have this for my fold, works well!
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Oct 9, 2026 10:50 PM
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migueldangOct 9, 2026 10:50 PM
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This is the lowest price I have seen on this. So if you have been waiting for a good discount on this controller, this is the time
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Oct 9, 2026 11:32 PM
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EragornOct 9, 2026 11:32 PM
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Quote from migueldang View quoted comment :
This is the lowest price I have seen on this. So if you have been waiting for a good discount on this controller, this is the time
I believe it matches (or is close to) the recent AliExpress frontpage deal?
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Oct 9, 2026 11:42 PM
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fvp1992Oct 9, 2026 11:42 PM
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Does this actually work wired? I have it but thought USB was just for charging
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VioletRaccoon567Yesterday 12:16 AM
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Quote from fvp1992 View quoted comment :
Does this actually work wired? I have it but thought USB was just for charging
Yes you can use USB-C to connect this controller to console. It is also mentioned in the manual: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1...1721113512
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nickdalbiancoYesterday 1:05 AM
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Thanks OP
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kida182001Yesterday 1:55 AM
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Quote from darkphantom View quoted comment :
I have this for my fold, works well!
Dunno which idiot downvoted you but that's very good to know. Thanks
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selcouthYesterday 2:03 AM
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Quote from darkphantom View quoted comment :
I have this for my fold, works well!
Which fold? I'm thinking about grabbing for an upcoming iPhone Duo. Looks like it doesn't open wide enough for an 11" iPad or I'd try that too.
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Quote from kida182001 View quoted comment :
Dunno which idiot downvoted you but that's very good to know. Thanks
There are some Slickdealers that only downvote. Best to just ignore them usually.
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VioletRaccoon567Yesterday 2:54 AM
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Quote from selcouth View quoted comment :
Which fold? I'm thinking about grabbing for an upcoming iPhone Duo. Looks like it doesn't open wide enough for an 11" iPad or I'd try that too.
You can mod it yourself, better with a 3D printed component, for example this one: https://www.printables.com/model/...ets-new-v8 if you are okay with kissing your warranty goodbye, of course.
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firerock31Yesterday 3:13 AM
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Excellent deal. Works well with iPad 11"
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FantasticSnail110Yesterday 4:43 AM
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I had this on my wish list for the z fold 8, so I'm in for one.
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Rizvi1Yesterday 5:04 AM
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Thanks! Just ordered for my Fold8 Ultra. I've never really done Mobile gaming before, but this fold-out screen is just too good to not try it out. I've landed on getting both the G8 Plus and the X5 Lite. The G8 plus has physically swappable buttons for my emulation playing, but the trade-off is dealing with Bluetooth and keeping it charged (my controllers are going to be sitting in the car because my intent is just on the go gaming). And the GameSir X5 Lite is for the more regular playing of PC or Xbox with my preferred USB-C plug and play. Now to figure out emulation - the main game series I want to do on here is Fire Emblem

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Quote from Stinktooth View quoted comment :
Why get a wrap around controller then just use laggy bluetooth, and you have to worry about charging it? The original G8 uses type C. I do wish the original G8 had the d-pad up top instead of the thumb stick.
I have this and have never had a problem with input lag. The battery life is pretty good in my limited experience, and the lack of usb c port in the middle of the controller is a must for people who want to put their phone/tablet in different orientations. The real issue I have with it is that two of my controller's magnetic face buttons fell off somehow and the only way to get replacements is to buy them for ~$25 on Etsy. Gamesir doesn't offer any official ones.

Quote from Rizvi1 View quoted comment :
Thanks! Just ordered for my Fold8 Ultra. I've never really done Mobile gaming before, but this fold-out screen is just too good to not try it out. I've landed on getting both the G8 Plus and the X5 Lite. The G8 plus has physically swappable buttons for my emulation playing, but the trade-off is dealing with Bluetooth and keeping it charged (my controllers are going to be sitting in the car because my intent is just on the go gaming). And the GameSir X5 Lite is for the more regular playing of PC or Xbox with my preferred USB-C plug and play. Now to figure out emulation - the main game series I want to do on here is Fire Emblem
Check out GameNative and Gamehub if you haven't. Those apps let you play PC games from your Steam/GOG/Amazon library on your Android device. It's very hit and miss, but a lot of 2D (like Hollow Knight Silksong, Cuphead) and lightweight 3D games (Skyrim, Fallout New Vegas) work well on modern Snapdragon chips.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9ZlYhgnI-g
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