Additional information
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Series | Force GC30 |
| Item model number | FORCE GC30 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows |
| Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 6.14 x 4.13 x 2.46 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.14 x 4.13 x 2.46 inches |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium ion batteries required. |
| Manufacturer | MSI COMPUTER |
| ASIN | B07DXQ46T8 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | June 22, 2018 |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #2,267 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)#34 in PC Gamepads & Standard Controllers |
Marlo –
I needed a replacement. My Xbox One controller, though still good, had a bad USB port, so I had to get another. This is awesome because A.) Affordable BlueTooth on PC! B.) Light C.) Responsive! D.) Perfect fit E.) Aesthetics!This is a great gamepad. It had way better action and response than an Xbox One controller. Feeling more like the Xbox Elite Controller in terms of action, but not in construction. The size and shape is also great…fitting my hand better than even the Xbox Elite controller. There are grips on the palms, triggers and bumpers. The product looks very MSI…like something they should have sold with the Nightblade or Trident PCs.Overall I’m very happy with this product. I only wish they could, in the future, bust into this market with this same design but with an aluminum body and perhaps extra mappable controller paddles on the bottom. Not like the Elite, where the paddles are just A, B, X, and Y, but extra buttons…this would make flight sims better on gamepad, as you could have the bottom paddles be strafe, but keep the A, B, X and Y buttons on top for other much needed things.
Nien-Chin Ackerman –
I purchased the controller for my son for Christmas and he loved it. It works with his PC that is running Windows 10.He uses it to play games on the PC and he has been using it and so far no issues. My daughter borrows the controller from time to time so I think it was a great purchase and the price was reasonable.
Adrian J. Novelle –
I bought this controller both because my old AmazonBasics Xbox One-like controller was starting to show its age, and because I wanted to try a name-brand controller; I had purchased an MSI laptop, so I figured why not go with an MSI gamepad? In short, this controller is fantastic! I’ve had this controller for a few months now, I use it almost every day, and I’ve yet to run out of battery life. It comes with a wireless dongle and a cable, so you can play wirelessly on battery, or wired. I mostly play wirelessly, but when I go wired, it recharges the battery, so when I switch back to the dongle, I’m always playing with a full battery. The comfort grips on the sides and ridges on the buttons and triggers make holding this controller easy and accidentally dropping it a lot less likely. It also came with a D-pad replacement, which I only started using recently, but I’ve enjoyed it so far. Sometimes the default D-pad cover gets a little touchy and pressing up, for example, will have me go northeast or northwest, instead of just straight north. The replacement D-pad cover handles this a lot better (at least for me, anyway). Nevertheless, this is an amazing gamepad, and I highly recommend it.
Chris Josh Now –
I love this control. Comes with wires and wires less dongle. I can use it for my mobile phone, then easily switch it to my laptop and transfer over to desktop all with ease. Love the interchangeable magnet directional pads. Quality feels good and response are perfect.
Amazon Customer –
Just out of the box, I love how lightweight it is, yet it doesn’t feel fragile! Neat design and lovely D-Pad customization. I’ll look forward to use it with my gaming laptop, so I didn’t require any wireless function and its wire length is perfect for the job.A minor mention would go to the Y and A button being a bit hard for me to press or keep pressed at the same time, which is an issue for “charged” attacks in certain games such as beams/arrows. Still, nothing that rearranging the buttons for each game can’t solve (B and A are easier for me to hold at the same time), and perhaps my hands and fingers are just on the tinier side.
Camilo G. –
If you’re interested in this product, chances are you enjoy MSI products. My desktop PC is built primarily of MSI products, and knowing what a great track record the company has with gaming hardware I wanted to try out this wireless controller for my bedroom Steam Link.The controller feels great, and is super light. If you’ve ever held or used an original Xbox 360 controller (the pinnacle of great controllers) then you’ll love the feel of this one. Buttons and triggers are very responsive. My TV is about 10ft -ish away from where I sit on my bed and the Bluetooth connectivity works just fine. I can casually enjoy a game of Rocket League before going to bed. The changeable D-pad is nice for the pro players with wide thumbs and enjoy the “disc-shaped” accessory. It even comes with a small (6in maybe) Micro USB to Micro USB cable for… I don’t know, your phone maybe?Anyway, great controller. Fast shipping. 5 stars.I love MSI.
Nick O. –
I’ve been using exclusively Microsoft-brand Xbox gamepads for PC gaming for a lot of years, but I decided it might finally be time to explore other options. I wanted something with an easy wireless setup and a rechargeable internal battery, which the Force GC30 has. It’s also competitively priced and similar enough in shape/layout to a genuine Xbox controller, so the physical transition from one to the other doesn’t require much adaptation. Less important (but worth noting) is that it looks sharp. My KB/M, mouse mat and tower are also black with red LEDs, so I consider the coordinating color schemes to be a fortunate bonus.Out of the box, this controller is lighter than you’d expect, though I can’t say with certainty that its weight is directly proportional to its quality. It appears to be constructed of sturdy enough materials and feels good in your hands. If I had to guess, I’d say that the shed mass is likely due to MSI using lighter (or fewer) vibration spinners than MS. Still comparing it with an Xbox controller, the triggers are just a touch lower off the bumpers and require a bit more force to press, because of a harder spring, which doesn’t seem to interfere with function or sensitivity so much as it requires a slight adjustment on your part.Aside from the controller, the box also includes a decent quality USB charging cable, a short, Micro USB cable (presumably for your phone), a USB wireless dongle, and two metal D-pad variations, which can be swapped to suit your preference—the D-pad is magnetized, so they snap in and out easily. Also worth mentioning is that the Force GC30 can run in four different wireless modes (Default, Analog, Digital and Android), which are toggled by holding down the middle button.After a week or so of moderate use, I’m happy with it. If the GC30 bears up over time and wears well, I don’t see any reason to go back to a Microsoft-brand controller for PC gaming, as this one looks to be a pretty sound alternative.
Alejandro Rivas –
This controller feels exactly like an Xbox360 controller. The swappable d-pads are awesome. Latency is great, easily connectable, and buttons feel amazing. They are not tanks though, despite being super sturdy, if you smash it hard enough it will break. After using this, I never felt like getting another controller. Best for racing games and rpg’s, but still great for third and first person shooters. Also, obviously, WAY CHEAPER than an Xbone or ps4 controller. Buy it already!
Peter M. –
I didn’t like the fact it didn’t come with the cords, (like it states in the description) it didn’t come in the factory box, looks like the seller took it out of the box and put it in a smaller box. The controller I bought was the GC 30, its wireless and they give you the cords so you can charge it and play it wired if you choose to. Dont state something in the description if it don’t come with it and take the box out of the Amazon picture. I will be giving the controller 5 stars, I think for the price and the magnetic D-pad and under $40 its great its light weight and comfortable in your hands and good quality.
Gayle J. Bannister –
Used with Steam Link to stream RDR2, GTA5, COD ColdWar; to my Dragontouch tablet. Works flawlessly. Would recommend. Can also be used with the PC. Charging cable and mini-usb to mini-usb cable included. Dongle also included required to connect.It doesn’t have Bluetooth so you may want to think of that.