Gamesir
ActiveOverview
GameSir is a gaming peripheral brand specializing in controllers and gamepads, known for mobile and cross-platform compatibility. It operates under Guangzhou Chicken Run Network Technology Co., Ltd., with headquarters in Guangzhou, China, and focuses on products sold in over 60 countries, ranking highly in e-commerce controller sales. Notable for partnerships with Tencent, NetEase, Nvidia, and Xbox licensing.
History
GameSir was founded in 2013 by Yao Ma under Guangzhou Chicken Run Network Technology Co., Ltd., which originated in 2010, establishing headquarters in Guangzhou, China. Key early milestones include launching the G1 controller and Happy Chick Emulator in 2013-2014, expanding to North America with a Los Angeles marketing center in 2015-2016, and the G3 controller winning Best Tech Product at CES 2017. The company grew through partnerships with Tencent for G3 and T1 controllers, Nvidia for Shield kits, and later Xbox-licensed products like X2 Pro and G7 in 2021, with G7 SE topping Amazon Xbox accessory sales in 2023.
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Gaming Controllers (e.g., X2 series) | Bluetooth controllers for smartphones | $40 - $80 |
| Xbox Controllers (e.g., G7 series) | Licensed Xbox wired/wireless gamepads | $40 - $60 |
| Multiplatform Controllers (e.g., G8 Galileo) | Cross-platform ergonomic controllers | $70 - $100 |
| Fire Trigger Grips (e.g., F4) | Capacitive triggers for mobile FPS | $20 - $40 |
| Drone Controllers (e.g., T1d) | Controllers for DJI Tello drones | $30 - $50 |
Manufacturing
Products are developed through R&D in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong, China. Manufacturing details are not specified, but the company emphasizes in-house innovation in precision engineering and anti-stick-drift technology. Global partnerships support production scaling.
Notable Products
- G7 SE - Xbox-licensed controller ranking #1 in Amazon Xbox accessories sales.
- G8 Galileo - Mobile gaming controller noted for industry innovation.
- X2 Pro - Designed for Xbox mobile controller with Bluetooth connectivity.
- G3 - Tencent-co-developed controller awarded Best Tech at CES 2017.
- F4 - Capacitive mobile fire-trigger grip for FPS games.
Reputation
GameSir is perceived positively by gamers for affordable, ergonomic controllers with anti-stick-drift tech and cross-platform support, bolstered by partnerships with Tencent and Xbox. Enthusiasts praise sales rankings on Amazon and e-commerce platforms. Criticisms include a D- BBB rating due to unresponsiveness to complaints in some US listings.