GameSir - G7 Pro Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S|One, PC, Android, TMR Sticks, Hall Effect Triggers, 1000Hz Polling Rate - Fallen Feathers

Where do I even start? The GameSir G7 Pro Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition is an absolute masterpiece — inside and out. The blue and gold design with the Wuchang silhouette and Dragon Scale-inspired texture looks incredible, and you can actually feel the detail on the layered resin grip. This isn’t just a pretty face, though. The TMR sticks are silky smooth, the Hall Effect triggers feel precise and satisfying, and the 1000Hz polling rate on PC means near-zero input lag. The four extra macro buttons and trigger locks are a bonus for competitive play. Toss in the charging dock, a braided USB-C cable, and a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and the value is unreal. If you want a controller that performs like a beast and looks like a collector’s item, this is the one. 10/10, no contest.

The D-pad doesn’t seem quite fitted for the hole and makes a scraping and creaking noise. The left trigger sometimes inputs on it own and is annoying.

I’ve been using the GameSir G7 Pro for a couple days now, both on my PC and my Xbox. I have gone through several controllers over the last few years, some of them elite, as well as the standard Xbox controllers. It is tough to find the right combination of comfort and quality without breaking the bank. The G7 Pro comes as close as I’ve found yet. It feels solid. Decent weight and textured grips that stay comfortable even when my hands get sweaty. It has the Xbox style layout I’m used to, and the magnetic faceplate is a fun extra for changing the look. But the sticks are the best part. The TMR sensors give smooth, precise tracking with zero drift. Aiming in shooters feels reliable and natural. The ABXY buttons are clicky and fast thanks to optical switches. Triggers use Hall Effect tech and can be set to short throw, which helps in quick games. I really like the four extra buttons—back paddles and shoulder ones. It took a bit to get used to reaching them, but now I map crouch or reload there and it keeps my thumbs on the sticks better. Wireless is responsive with good battery for normal sessions. The D-pad is just average, a bit mushy for fighting games. Overall, it works well for what I throw at it. Solid performance in shooters and action stuff, fighting games are fun enough, and the extras make it feel like a real upgrade. Not perfect, but for the price it’s a strong choice over basic controllers. I’d buy it again.

Obviously, the main draw for those specifically picking up the Wuchang: Fallen Feathers edition of the G7 Pro is the gorgeous controller shell and charger design and eye-catching colorways; and the unique, stylized face buttons that are definitely an interesting departure from the same old fonts.. But even if you’re not a fan per se, when you have it in your hands, there is no denying that this is DEFINITELY a beautifully themed controller. In addition to the painted designs and alternating blue and gold of the silhouettes, dragon scales, and other embellishments, the magnetic faceplates of the grips themselves feature subtle texturing achieved through the application of layers of painted resin. In addition to the great looks, the dragon scales add some tactile bite in your hand that feels secure, not overbearing. But aside from looks, there isn’t anything else in particular that makes THIS G7 Pro different from any of the other normal or collaboration controllers. So, the real question is whether the G7 Pro is the RIGHT controller for you. Honestly, there is only one real point of–”contention” is maybe too strong a word; let’s just say “note”--that I have with the controller as a whole, and depending on your preferences, that issue may not even bother you. Starting with feel, fit and finish, the G7 Pro FEELS very solid and secure in your hands and is basically the same size and shape as an Elite 2 or SCUF Xbox controller–that is to say, the ergonomics are excellent. In addition to the subtly textured dragon scale grip plates, the back of the grips themselves are rubberized and textured to help reduce the likelihood of sending the controller flying during a particularly demanding gaming session. The TMR joysticks (negating the possibility of stick-drift down the road) feel snappy and responsive; movement doesn’t require a heavy throw, but there is plenty enough resistance to avoid any kind of sloppy “cheap controller” feeling. Stick caps can be swapped out once you remove the magnetic faceplate, but sadly, Gamesir didn’t include any extra caps or a few of different sizes in the box. At the top, a small collar can be slid up or down over the USB-C port, as well as be fully removed. This collar provides absolutely rock solid cable retention and strain relief because it fits right up against the shell of the included USB-A to USB-C cable–which also features some handsome braided cladding in the same blue and gold colorway as the rest of the controller. The controller comes with a secure, form-fitting charging dock that is also adorned with the Wuchang colors and traditional Chinese characters. But Gamesir did something with their dock I wish more manufacturers would consider. Instead of simple dongle storage in the base, the USB-C port at the back of the dock is wired into the USB dongle storage slot, so, rather than plug your dongle directly into your console or PC which may be far across the room, you can charge your controller a ways away but still have the dongle closer to you for steadier, speedier, or more reliable connections. Obviously, then, you can go wired through the controller’s top USB-C port, or wireless using the dongle, but the controller is also BT enabled so you can pair and use it with almost anything. In that respect alone, the G7 Pro is an outstanding value given the additional functionality and customization that is possible. Getting to the controls themselves, most of what is here is replicated on any other Xbox One-style controller. You have the 3.5 combo audio jack at the bottom flanked by two small buttons, one for pairing, the other muting the mic. Flipping the controller over, there’s a three-way operational switch (wired, 2.4Ghz wireless, and BT), and two back buttons. I was a little surprised at that design choice because most controllers with back buttons I have seen bring two per side to the fight. Here, you only get one per side at the back. But in a nice touch, there are switches on the back that BLOCK the rear bumpers from moving at all so you don’t have to keep track of backplate inserts or have buttons that click without any action assigned. There are also two trigger stops, but it’s all or nothing–either quick-fire/button-like presses, or analog trigger movement all the way down. Speaking of the triggers, the G7 Pro features trigger rumble motors which can be set separately from the main rumble motors if you want or sync’d together with the main body so they’ll all rumble at once. You can also adjust the nature of the “hair trigger” mode separately from those physical trigger stops mentioned above so that the trigger activates when your finger moves just a little off the trigger itself and is already set to register a new trigger press/pull, as opposed to waiting until the trigger returns all the way to zero. The L/R bumpers are nicely rounded and I felt no harsh edges or catches that might cause discomfort during long periods of use. Both the triggers and the bumpers are finely textured to help keep sweaty fingers from slipping off. But Gamesir ups the ante a bit by giving you two more small bumper buttons positioned just below the trailing edges of the main bumpers. These smaller bumpers are also short-throw buttons and can be assigned pretty much any other key function you want. It feels weird…like really weird…at first, especially as I am so used to the Elite’s dual back paddles and the two-way back paddles on the SCUF controllers. I’m not sure how long it will take before I get used to them. I have relatively large hands and more than once I hit the trigger trying to reach one of the extra shoulder buttons. But, it’s a unique setup and I can definitely see the The front features an interchangeable D-pad slot with complete circular, circle/4-way combo, and straight 4-way D-pad toppers. The face buttons are the same as any other Xbox controller: ABXY, menu, options, share, and Xbox button, but there’s also an extra “M” button at the bottom. The M button allows you to move between stored profiles, use the D-pad to adjust game/chat volume mix, and change/adjust controller button assignment without having to download the Gamesir Nexus companion app. You can do all that in the app as well; plus, the app gives you far more granular, competitive e-sports/OCD-level control over deadzones, polling rate, separate or linked settings for the strength of each of the four rumble motors, stick and trigger sensitivity and response curves, and any firmware updates that might be necessary (mine required one out of the box). Once you start spelunking into the Nexus app, you will also find some advanced options for things like rapid/continuous fire toggle, keyboard and mouse action emulation settings, and gyro/motion controls. It’s actually impressive how much customization Gamesir allows you to dial into your liking on a very reasonably priced “pro-level” controller. The only issue I’m still having with the controller is overall the feel of the buttons themselves. Gamesir uses tiny microswitches (think mouse-like clicking feel and sound) for the D-pad, the face buttons, the extra shoulder buttons, and the trigger-stop buttons. The result is a pronounced tactile and audible CLICK for each press of the controls. It’s not quite as loud as working at a mechanical keyboard with clicky switches, but the audible difference is definitely notable. But more than that, the feeling is just so different from all the other Xbox controllers I’ve used over the years that it presently just “feels wrong” when I use it. You may not be sensitive to, or even care about, something like that, but depending on how long you’ve been gaming and how accustomed you are to traditional button and D-pad tactile experience, the difference in the hand is rather startling…at least it was for me. Coupled with the extra shoulder buttons, I can tell it will take me quite a while to get used to this controller unless I make it my exclusive go-to for quite some time. Does any of that mean this controller isn’t a winner? Not at all–some of those factors may even tip the scales in the G7 Pro’s favor depending on your own preferences. It was simply a stark and explicit enough change from what you may be used to that I figured it was worth mentioning, especially as the quite reasonable price point may well put this controller within reach way ahead of other brand’s supposedly “premium” offerings that don’t have NEAR the kind of options and customization you get here. All said, the Gamesir G7 Pro really does serve up a fabulous value–it’s solidly built with cutting edge TMR sticks and Hall Effect triggers under the hood, some serious pro-grade features and customization options, and this one is a looker to boot. DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!

TLDR: If you like standard/smaller Xbox style controllers, the GameSir G7 Pro is probably the #1 controller out there now and you should buy it. If you like larger controllers, you might want to look elsewhere. I've owned a ton of controllers since the days of Atari with the single stick and button. I remember when dual sticks on the Playstation controller made their debut. Let's not forget Duke, the massive original Xbox controller. So other than saying I'm old, I'm also saying that I've seen the best and worst in a controller over the decades. Controllers have gotten more comfortable and user friendly over the years, but they have also become more complicated and fragile as well. This is my first GameSir controller, though I have heard great things about them over the last few years, and I can say that GameSir, and the G7 Pro deserve to be at the pinnacle of any gamer's list for great controllers. Is the G7 perfect? For me, no. For most people, probably yes. Over the last few years, several companies have made innovations and mistakes that have made me compile a 'wish list' for the perfect controller (at least for me). The G7 Pro checks off more of those items than any single controller has to date, but unfortunately the one it doesn't is probably the most important, and that would be size. I've come to the understanding that a slightly larger than normal Xbox style controller is both the most comfortable for me for long time play, but also gives me the best results when gaming, meaning I don't hit the wrong button or something. So while I do not plan to continue using the G7 Pro, if you like the standard size Xbox controller, the GameSir G7 Pro should be your NUMBER ONE choice to check out. For the price, you get a stellar controller that is well made, responsive, and customizable. Simply Phenomenal. So you might wonder what items DOES it check off of my list? Well here are the main ones. 1. Responsive Buttons: No mush here. Nice and clicky but not TOO clicky. My other controller has nice clicky buttons but boy do they get annoying after a while. The G7 Pro has just enough dampening to soften the sound but not the feel. 2. Stick Feel: Beautifully tuned and smooth sticks. Here though, the G7 Pro is a bit louder than my other controller that also has drift-resistant sticks. I think it has to do with the face plate. 3. USB Cable Connector Guard: A favorite controller from a few controllers ago felt awesome in my hand, but was USB-C only. That would be OK if it was hardwired in with some good bend/strain protection. As it was they wanted you to be able to swap out cable lengths. What ended up happening though it that the plug on the controller got messed up and it couldn't be used any longer. If it had the system that GameSir put in for the G7, it would have worked beautifully. Oh, and it's removable, so if you use it wirelessly, it doesn't get in the way. 4. Rear Button Lock: My first controller with real buttons/paddles was the Elite and I liked that the paddles were removable because I almost never use them. Byond that, the Elite fell apart and died after only a year. With the G7 Pro, you have a nice switch to lock the grip pad buttons so they don't accidentally get triggered. On my current controller, I'm always accidentally hitting one or more of the buttons integrated into the grips and I hate it. If I were going to use ANY extra buttons, it would be ones up by the bumpers, and I love that that is where GameSir put the second set. 5. Good Software: While it may not be the most pretty or flash customization software platform on the Xbox/PC, it probably has the best customization options and functionality out there. Seriously, get the app for your Xbox and/or PC and use it. All kinds of nice tweaks you can make. And while this isn't a point on my list, because I don't REALLY care what my controller looks like; I have to say that GameSir, in general, and the G7 Pro - Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition is pretty snazzy. My wife's Executive Assistant who is a huge gamer, is going to LOVE this when I give it to her next week.