I Thought about getting the G8 but I just don’t like the overall design and chunky look over BB, the backbone is just perfect in terms of size and comfortability IMO.
I have X-Large hands, so the backbone was a no go for me just due to the size. As for what phone I have it’s an iPhone 15. So maybe it might be a compatibility problem. I would just hit Reddit up and see if that’s the case with your phone.
I've tried both of these, the Gamesir is a better contoller but the Backbone is more portable and I can use it without taking my OP12 out of its case, so I kept the Backbone.
I just got a Google Pixel 8a hope it will work with it, wanting the Gen 2 so my case won't be an issue..I like the portability, currently having to carry around an Xbox elite 2 pro controller in its case to play on the go...it sucks. I can't find any videos with it being used with my phone prob because it just came out...this phone plays games great with the Tensor processor and 8 Gigs of RAM. I think the backbone would work well with it so I can play Farlight 84 and CODM or Fortnite ect.
@pohalsted8847 Hi, I wanna get myself one but I'm wondering does the analog itself comes with a big deadzone and slight movement is impossible or does the movement feel just like an xbox controller?
I haven’t tried the Gamesir. The backbone one doesn’t have what I would call “clicky” buttons. It has a soft click but not really clicky, especially when compared to the micro switches on the Razer Kishi V2. Those have clicky buttons, including the shoulder buttons and has better trigger feel.
iPhone 15 pro max cannot be used with a case. And please mention the $40 subscription that are their pay-walled features. (Such as using it as a controller or an iPad or MacBook) Also the buttons are not clicky whatsoever.
I’ve owned 4 backbones. For 2 reasons. 1. I like them a lot. I got an Xbox version and then a PlayStation version both lighting and when iPhone went from the Lightning to C, I had to get another one. So now I use the lighting one with a Lightning to C cable on my iPad and C on my phone 2. The first one I had the joysticks went haywire and it was useless and I was just outside of warranty. I just hate that I can’t charge my iPad while using the controller. I am however, really really interested in the G8 for my phone.
Now that I started playing Mortal Kombat, I’m starting to hate the backbone controller. The d-pad sucks. *Update: The buttons suck too specially for combos.
Get the G8 the Backbone breaks a lot i’m returning mine for warranty and one of the sides stopped working and it isn’t even a month old and I got this for my birthday
Got the Gamesir X2 and the G8, i hate it 😢 while the emulation is nice, it feels way to wide to hold. 27cm Oneplus 8t and G8. 😩 X2 was not comfy, got the g8 so they praise its comfort. My left hand starts to tingle while playing.
I have the Gamesir G8 Galileo and I advise NEVER to download their app! It's basically malware since they ask for so many unnecessary permissions such as access to your photos, text messages, contacts, etc
@@punkzappa_ I ended up just not using the extra buttons tbh. I can't confirm you can use a 3rd party app to map the buttons. However, I will admit I did install the Gamesir app for a second because there was a software update to increase the charging speed of the USB C port on the controller and then I immediately uninstalled it
Did you find a way to stop the select button from being a shitty screen shot button? I would love to get my select button back. Biggest flaw of the G8.
Yes, and get the G8 over the Backbone for sure. The Backbone fits phones with large bumps at a very bad angle that could damage the port. The G8 connector is flexible and spring loaded so it is less likely to damage any phone’s port.
@@terribletimes902 thank you for the reply. yeah I bought the g8 to test it out it myself. But my problem now is the phone, not the controller. The controller is amazing but pixel 7 pro does not have snapdragon chipset that's why I can't play nintendo hacked games on my phone like octopath traveller. Welp... I guess I'll just wait to buy a new phone then.....
@@Pooley_ What are you talking about my dude. Hori has been a trusted name in quality gaming products for decades, that professional gamers use. NYXI doesn't even make or design their controllers, they just stamp their logo on random Chinese stuff and sell it for an upcharge.
I returned the G8 because warzone mobile is all I want to play and it doesn't work. I also don't wanna bring an Xbox remote with me everywhere I go just to play warzone mobile. Backbone for now even though it definitely isn't the most comfortable controller.
I heard the backbone has a subscription so based on principle, I'm not supporting a company than needs a subscription on a freaking contorller Even if it is only optional and not needed
I bought both, returned the BackBone. G8>BackBone
I got the g8 but the pass-through charging is not working for me, have you had this issue?
It works for me, might just have a bad unit.
I Thought about getting the G8 but I just don’t like the overall design and chunky look over BB, the backbone is just perfect in terms of size and comfortability IMO.
I see, I've seen that some phones might not be compatible with the pass-through charge. I have Galaxy S21+, which phone do you have?
I have X-Large hands, so the backbone was a no go for me just due to the size. As for what phone I have it’s an iPhone 15. So maybe it might be a compatibility problem. I would just hit Reddit up and see if that’s the case with your phone.
Shame the G8 doesn’t support Lightning. Would have definitely bought it over the Backbone if so!
Lighting already died from ip15, no reason to support lighting for the next gen.
Check out the G8+ it supports bluetooth connections meaning it works with Switch and PC games
They just released the g8 plus it’s Bluetooth and can be used on anything even the Nintendo switch
Please don’t forget to mention that you need a $40 yearly SUBSCRIPTION if you want to use the Backbone controller on PC over USB!
I've tried both of these, the Gamesir is a better contoller but the Backbone is more portable and I can use it without taking my OP12 out of its case, so I kept the Backbone.
I just got a Google Pixel 8a hope it will work with it, wanting the Gen 2 so my case won't be an issue..I like the portability, currently having to carry around an Xbox elite 2 pro controller in its case to play on the go...it sucks. I can't find any videos with it being used with my phone prob because it just came out...this phone plays games great with the Tensor processor and 8 Gigs of RAM. I think the backbone would work well with it so I can play Farlight 84 and CODM or Fortnite ect.
Fellow OP12 enjoyer 🗿
@@DaBigBlud It's such a good phone
I have both too. The G8 wins by far.
Does it fit the sumsung phones ?
I have an s24 Ultra and it fits fine. I can't imagine a phone that this wouldn't fit. One plus 12, 12r, All the Red Magics etc.@@NaALL
@pohalsted8847 Hi, I wanna get myself one but I'm wondering does the analog itself comes with a big deadzone and slight movement is impossible or does the movement feel just like an xbox controller?
Hi, G8 can support / play cod warzone at phone?
@@Jacob58 can
I haven’t tried the Gamesir. The backbone one doesn’t have what I would call “clicky” buttons. It has a soft click but not really clicky, especially when compared to the micro switches on the Razer Kishi V2. Those have clicky buttons, including the shoulder buttons and has better trigger feel.
I choose the Backbone V2 because i can use it with a case With a S23 Ultra
and if they decide to add back buttons for a v3 any competitor is over
You must have a thin case. I have an s24 ultra, and there is no way the backbone fits this with a case on.
@@lillysdad412that’s why he specified backbone V2. The version 1 does not fit cases
iPhone 15 pro max cannot be used with a case. And please mention the $40 subscription that are their pay-walled features. (Such as using it as a controller or an iPad or MacBook)
Also the buttons are not clicky whatsoever.
I have the gamevice flex specifically just because it works extremely well with cases and has good joysticks
I’ve owned 4 backbones. For 2 reasons.
1. I like them a lot. I got an Xbox version and then a PlayStation version both lighting and when iPhone went from the Lightning to C, I had to get another one. So now I use the lighting one with a Lightning to C cable on my iPad and C on my phone
2. The first one I had the joysticks went haywire and it was useless and I was just outside of warranty.
I just hate that I can’t charge my iPad while using the controller.
I am however, really really interested in the G8 for my phone.
I choose gamesir g8
Now that I started playing Mortal Kombat, I’m starting to hate the backbone controller. The d-pad sucks.
*Update: The buttons suck too specially for combos.
Can you please tell me which one supports mapping for iPhone 15 pro max?
I have a g8 its the best controler for mobile
Get the G8 the Backbone breaks a lot i’m returning mine for warranty and one of the sides stopped working and it isn’t even a month old and I got this for my birthday
Got the Gamesir X2 and the G8, i hate it 😢 while the emulation is nice, it feels way to wide to hold. 27cm Oneplus 8t and G8. 😩
X2 was not comfy, got the g8 so they praise its comfort. My left hand starts to tingle while playing.
Backbone is a scam it requires a subscription to use
Can someone let me know if you can play Wuthering wave with these? Or has anyone tried?
Head up iPhone users. Gamesir's iPhone app does not work with G8.
I have the Gamesir G8 Galileo and I advise NEVER to download their app! It's basically malware since they ask for so many unnecessary permissions such as access to your photos, text messages, contacts, etc
planning to buy g8 and not gonna download the app,did you use any 3rd party app key mapper?
@@punkzappa_ I ended up just not using the extra buttons tbh. I can't confirm you can use a 3rd party app to map the buttons. However, I will admit I did install the Gamesir app for a second because there was a software update to increase the charging speed of the USB C port on the controller and then I immediately uninstalled it
@@ImReadyAyuyou can use the extra buttons without having to download anything
Did you find a way to stop the select button from being a shitty screen shot button? I would love to get my select button back. Biggest flaw of the G8.
NO problem with the app, but if you're not using that I recommend mantis pro is one time purchase and works wonders
Does pixel 7 pro phone work for galileo?
Yes, and get the G8 over the Backbone for sure. The Backbone fits phones with large bumps at a very bad angle that could damage the port. The G8 connector is flexible and spring loaded so it is less likely to damage any phone’s port.
@@terribletimes902 thank you for the reply. yeah I bought the g8 to test it out it myself. But my problem now is the phone, not the controller. The controller is amazing but pixel 7 pro does not have snapdragon chipset that's why I can't play nintendo hacked games on my phone like octopath traveller. Welp... I guess I'll just wait to buy a new phone then.....
The left trigger on my backbone is broken..😭
backbone is absolute trash. Joysticks feel like shittier joycons
Reading comments like this make me glad I asked my dad for the Galileo for my birthday.
G8 is the best
Can the G8 record clips like the backbone?
Don’t think so, just use your phone to record the screen. 👍🏼
G8 is so much better. It's amazing
Well, sadly no lightning so
Wish the G8 had PS symbols
Any solution for this
Buy stickers
Joy cons or hori split pad pro?
The Hori is crazily overrated. Worst alternative in my opinion. Go for NYXI
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@@Pooley_ What are you talking about my dude. Hori has been a trusted name in quality gaming products for decades, that professional gamers use. NYXI doesn't even make or design their controllers, they just stamp their logo on random Chinese stuff and sell it for an upcharge.
Backbone One gen2 has very poor quality joysticks, they are tiny and inaccurate so you cannot play shooters like Warzone
Is it possible to map buttons on the Galileo for iPhone 15
no, you can't
@@user-xq5ye9lv4ii found a work around in general settings that allowed me to remap.
@@dreamloud6697 how?
@@user-xq5ye9lv4igeneral settings > game controller > there it allows different profiles. So i have a profile for each console
@@user-xq5ye9lv4i I know on most controllers, you can find the controller in your iPhone's settings menu and change some properties.
G8 has more features, cost lost, is more comfortable and no yearly subscription. Backbone is a trap for people that like to buy name brand items.
didnt find anywhere ps buttons
D9
I have both and sadly CoD Mobile only supports the Backbone.
If you connect an xbox controller via Bluetooth but use the G8 in xbox mode it works. Just make sure the xbox controller stays on
@@Pooley_THANKS, I REALLY NEEDED THIS TIP
I returned the G8 because warzone mobile is all I want to play and it doesn't work. I also don't wanna bring an Xbox remote with me everywhere I go just to play warzone mobile. Backbone for now even though it definitely isn't the most comfortable controller.
@@punkidish436 G8 doesn't work on COD Mobile. It works on Warzone Mobile with the green light option. I've been playing Warzone Mobile with it.
@@punkidish436works fine on my iPhone 15, didn’t have to worry about mapping any buttons. I only bought it for COD Warzone.
PlayStation cause I'm a PlayStation guy
In my opinion the backbone wins by far smaller more portable and just more premium but a definitely a little bit less uncomfortable
Nothing premium about backbone, button feel trash, joystick trash, trigger trash
@@AdeboiX cap 🧢
@@Skullsforu 🤡
G8 for any FPS games. Look at those trash Switch style sticks on the Backbone
I heard the backbone has a subscription so based on principle, I'm not supporting a company than needs a subscription on a freaking contorller
Even if it is only optional and not needed
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BB is better
Backbone has poor build quality especially in feel and button noises. Feels like a walmart controller. But for 100 bucks 😂
Backbone is a really bad gamepad,the left side of it will stop functioning after a fe months, really bad gamepad.
Backbone is a scam
aslong as they have subsription. backbone sucks
Buys a backbone just for the headphone port😭
gallileo has headphone jack port too
The GameSir G8 Galileo is for shit when playing COD Mobile. Backbone is great for COD Mobile:)
G8 works fine on COD mobile.
Backbone has junk range of joystick motion