One thing I always like to see, good packaging. The side of the box has a more comprehensive run down of device support, and as you can see, it’s pretty versatile.Īside from the right device, you’ll need to ensure you’ve got the right version of iOS (or above) for the controller to work. The packaging is nicely designed, with a clear image of the controller on the front, showing off the main features, as well as a brief show of the overall device support.Īround the back, a few more specs such as the pressure sensitive d-pad, rechargeable battery, lightning connector and pressure sensitive buttons.

Power: Lightning connector for charging.

Comfort and ergonomics of a full-sized controller.

Four LEDs display your player status during multiplayer gameplay.

Lithium-ion battery recharges via Lightning connector for 40-plus hours of gaming.

Console-style left and right analog triggers.

Pressure-sensitive buttons for precise gaming control.

It gives you 40-plus hours of game play with just a quick charge using the Lightning connector, along with LED notifications, an easy-to-navigate menu button, and pressure-sensitive buttons for the most precise gaming controls.” – Apple Store This full-sized controller’s ergonomic design is perfect for gaming. “The SteelSeries Nimbus wireless controller lets you play hundreds of your favourite controller-supported games on your new Apple TV, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Obviously, the main one here is Apple TV, as Apple continue to move into the living room market and when you’re kicking back on the couch to play a few games, the Nimbus looks set to be the perfect partner for Apple TV. With support for Apple TV, iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, it should fulfill all your iOS gaming needs and more. Then there’s the other perk, it’s competitively priced, and that should make your wallet feel a little safer too. However, the Stratus was small and it was pretty darn expensive too, so what does the new one have to offer that’s so special? Well for starters, it’s bigger, more akin to a console controller, so it should feel right at home for most gamers. Steelseries are no stranger to mobile device controllers, as we’ve seen in the past with their Stratus iOS controller. The issue is made ever more complicated when it comes to Apple devices, as you have to find something that is compatible too, as we all know how strict Apple can be with their regulations, not that this is a bad thing for the consumer though if it means you get a fully compliant product.

There’s the cheap aftermarket options and there are premium grade specialist controllers, plus everything else in between it can be a bit of a minefield to navigate.

There are a lot of options on the market and that number is growing every month. Finding the right gaming controller for your device can be tricky.