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GameSir Unveils the Nova Lite Gaming Controller

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GameSir, a leading brand in gaming peripherals, introduces the GameSir Nova Lite, a revolutionary multi-platform gaming controller that redefines the gaming experience. Featuring cutting-edge technology, including anti-drift Hall effect sticks and tri-mode connectivity, these controllers offer unparalleled precision, versatility, and affordability. Embracing the motto "Just In Game", GameSir is dedicated to providing gamers with a superior gaming experience through its exceptionally cost-effective controllers. The Nova Lite is available for £29.99/$24.99 from Amazon UK, Amazon and the GameSir website.

The GameSir Nova Lite offers an affordable yet exceptional gaming experience. Equipped with Hall effect sticks, analogue triggers, 20 Hz Turbo function and 2 motors in the grips, it caters to gamers' requirements without compromising on performance or quality. The Nova Lite is also featured packed with anti-drift GameSir Hall effect sticks for long lifespan and tri-mode connectivity for hassle-free gaming. The Lite also includes a 20 Hz turbo function with customizable buttons, providing a convenient way to enhance gameplay with faster response times. In addition, the Nova Lite includes a multi-function M button, offering control over vibration intensity, ABXY layout, and sticks' dead zone to seamlessly adjust various settings as and when required with ease.



Nova Lite Product Specifications:
  • Working Platform: PC, Steam, Android, iOS, Switch
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wireless Dongle, Wired
  • Battery: 600mAh
  • ABXY Buttons: Membrane
  • Hall Effect Sticks: Yes
  • Analog Triggers: Yes
  • Rumble Motors: Yes, one motor in each grip
  • Colorway: Stellar White or Space Purple
  • Product Size: 155*104*61 mm / 6.10*4.09.2.40 in
  • Net Weight: 205 g / 0.45 lbs

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Stadia controller mold getting some good use.
 

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$24 for hall effect sensor sticks? I mean, I'll give it a go for that price.
 
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Cheaper than the wired G7 SE? What kind of black magic is GameSir using?
 
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We're never going to get a cheaper PS controller that I don't grind the L3 ball down to a (_)...are we?

I mean, it's that or never (passionately?) run in any game, ever.

That said, I'm glad this exists. The controller market is generally so ridiculously over-priced (imo), and I'm glad to see wireless, hall effect, and rumble on a cheaper unit available to people on other platforms.

I'd give it a go for the Switch (I've never gone beyond the Pro controller, which kind of isn't great for me), but I will defend the symmetrical stick layout until the day I die. (Plus I typically just use it in hand-held).

I'm stuck ponying up $50 pretty much every time the stock dualsense goes on sale (and generally pairing it with a new set of tallest-available Freaks); I don't want to lose rumble/adaptive triggers/wireless (which is a hallmark of anything aftermarket that isn't just a Sony controller ripped apart and replaced with better parts). I'd love hall effect and/or replaceable sticks, but just cannot justify an Edge...although it's getting pretty close to the point I could have.

It's a racket, I tell you. :banghead: :p.

You should see my literal mound of worn-out PS4 controllers. It's absurd. I'd like for that not to have happened again by the time the next four years (or whatever) roll around.

With Sony (perhaps) opening up the PSVR and now porting most of their games to PC, perhaps we will see them open up licensing for 3rd-party controllers with the necessary features available (for PS5 and/or PS5-like effects on PC), but conceivably allowing options on the market that are better built, use a better stock battery, and (perhaps available) cheaper on the back-end (at least compared to the Edge)?

That would be nice.

I mean, if this thing is $30, a DS is $70, and a DSE (or aftermarket DS) ~$200, there's room in there for Sony to still make money (on licensing) and for other companies to make a better/cheaper option than the Edge. I wonder what the volume/margin split on people that would opt for something like that would be (as opposed to those that keep buying a reg DS like me or those that have/will ever buy an Edge)?

Just a thought.
 
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While comparing it to my stadia controller the mold is clearly different, different layout even. But they sure borrowed a lot of their design.
 
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We're never going to get a cheaper PS controller that I don't grind the L3 ball down to a (_)...are we?

I mean, it's that or never (passionately?) run in any game, ever.

That said, I'm glad this exists. The controller market is generally so ridiculously over-priced (imo), and I'm glad to see wireless, hall effect, and rumble on a cheaper unit available to people on other platforms.

I'd give it a go for the Switch (I've never gone beyond the Pro controller, which kind of isn't great for me), but I will defend the symmetrical stick layout until the day I die. (Plus I typically just use it in hand-held).

I'm stuck ponying up $50 pretty much every time the stock dualsense goes on sale (and generally pairing it with a new set of tallest-available Freaks); I don't want to lose rumble/adaptive triggers/wireless (which is a hallmark of anything aftermarket that isn't just a Sony controller ripped apart and replaced with better parts). I'd love hall effect and/or replaceable sticks, but just cannot justify an Edge...although it's getting pretty close to the point I could have.

It's a racket, I tell you. :banghead: :p.

You should see my literal mound of worn-out PS4 controllers. It's absurd. I'd like for that not to have happened again by the time the next four years (or whatever) roll around.

With Sony (perhaps) opening up the PSVR and now porting most of their games to PC, perhaps we will see them open up licensing for 3rd-party controllers with the necessary features available (for PS5 and/or PS5-like effects on PC), but conceivably allowing options on the market that are better built, use a better stock battery, and (perhaps available) cheaper on the back-end (at least compared to the Edge)?

That would be nice.

I mean, if this thing is $30, a DS is $70, and a DSE (or aftermarket DS) ~$200, there's room in there for Sony to still make money (on licensing) and for other companies to make a better/cheaper option than the Edge. I wonder what the volume/margin split on people that would opt for something like that would be (as opposed to those that keep buying a reg DS like me or those that have/will ever buy an Edge)?

Just a thought.

I still have my original ds4 controller and it works perfect after many years and traveling with it to a few countries. I think you might be too rough man, lol

I do have a little stick drift now, but steam let me calibrate that out.

but this has hall effect sensors for only 24 bucks, i'm going to give it a go. my guess its so cheap because its just a robot factory making them, so no wages to pay except robot repairs.
 
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Looks good for the price, for wireless and HAL effect.
I got the G7 SE for £10 more on sale, I guess this lacks vibration in the triggers, maybe lacks the 500hz report rate.
Oh and I guess the swappable faceplate which I never really see many of, or for cheap.
But gains a battery and wireless for cheaper.
 
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This is nice and I might get one to try out, but I do wish they offered a PS-style joystick layout too (heck; 85% copy the Stadia controller in earnest). Then I'd be buying them day one.

Now I do wonder if they'll also copy the rest of the Stadia Controller color schemes.
 
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Yah, the color scheme resembles a Stadia Controller but it's not the same mold. I wouldn't be surprised if they looked at a Stadia Controller when they designed it though.

It is priced appealingly. I might buy one, try it out and see if I want to keep it as a backup. I wouldn't be surprised if it outperforms gamepads that are twice the price.
 
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