I’d prefer a USB-C connection like my Backbone but what I do like is the thickness of the Nomad controller with the actual thumbsticks. If Scuf doesn’t make a USB-C version later on, I hope Backbone takes notes for the next iteration.
@@akaCOZYTIME screw backbone and cancel them… can’t get behind a company who locks features of a phone gamepad behind a subscription…. As if there isn’t enough subscriptions already they’re garbage. Maybe gamesir or 8bitdo will
@@rcash3625 that’s fair. Personally, I bought the Backbone early and got a lifetime subscription to their app. I never use it. It’s a cool idea for what it is, but I’m not cycling through my mobile games within the app trying to figure out what I wanna play like it’s a console. I’m typically pulling out my Backbone for a purpose.
It sucks that is only for iPhone but hopefully they will release a version for android. I think a controller like this on something like a pixel fold (or any foldable) would make mobile gaming really something special.
i'm trying to understand the "lightness" and resistance of the joysticks on the nomad. how would they compare to the dualsense or xbox controller? I definitely do not like the backbone, it's just too small and the joysticks are so poor. I'm leaning towards getting the nomad. I'm just really disappointed there's no usb c port.
Amazing video :) Now I am thinking about buying one for my own. I tested the Backbone already but was very unhappy with it… The thumbsticks felt very inaccurate especially when playing FPS. What is your opinion on aiming with the Nomad? And as I am also more a PS Remote guy, would you advice be to buy the nomad or go for the Portal? Thank you :)
Thank you for your kind words! If you’re a PS guy, the Portal will be the better buy for you. The built in screen, the vibration and reactive triggers, the lack of phone notifications when using your mobile phone. I like this a lot, but price aside the Portal for your use would be better. Aiming on this is a little better than the Backbone due to the size thumbsticks. You can also adjust the software to change sensitivity and since their full size you can get Kontrol rings to add tension if you’d like. I like the backbone as well, but with the added size and remappable back buttons, this has an edge. But keep in mind it’s Bluetooth so prone to latency and if you’re gonna focus on FPS, backbone although maybe a few less features has a usb-c connection.
I’ve been playing around with mine for the last day on COD mobile. But I’ve been running into a couple of issues. First, the controller will randomly get super laggy after using it for a little bit. It’ll sometimes fix itself within a minute or so, but other times I need to turn it off and back on. Second, the sticks don’t feel very accurate. I’m not sure if it’s because there’s a slight delay, if it’s because the sticks are so loose, or if it has something to do with the Hall effect sensors. But the sticks on this controller just don’t feel nearly as precise as when I hook up my Xbox controller over the same Bluetooth connection
See that's the things I thought about as well with the sticks being so loose! I wish they had more friction and less give. I know it can be adjusted in the software, but the physical feel is a little light for me! I may try adding some "kontrol" stick rings or something.
@@CoZChristopher definitely! I thought about adding kontrol stick rings too but it’s a bummer that more money would need to be spent to get the controller feeling the way it’s supposed to. Plus I’m worried it won’t fix the issue😂 if you do end up getting them, let me know how it feels!
If you don’t have one, a mobile controller, this is definitely a good option because of the customization! I didn’t cover it much in first impressions but seriously a good option if you want to dial in your settings!
It will connect via bluetooth, but in my tests, the buttons were mapped incorrectly, ie. pushing the right thumbstick triggered what should have been Right Trigger. I think it could be fixed and updated later with a Firmware update as it showed up and paired instantly.
@@CoZChristopherthank you for reporting this! Many of us have been curious to know.. I will hold off for now until Scuf can at least fix this issue with the mapping in Android.
I love this controller so much but after almost a month of use my right Thumbstick is no longer working😭 trying to get ahold of customer service is terrible
@@stokerman159 oh wow!!! Thank you so much for sharing!! Are you a heavy hand user? I ask because I am!! I recently rubbed the left joystick thumb grip off my Elite 2 controller from playing NCAA 25 every night!! So I’m wondering now with this, is it a defect of the stick, or is it just not durable? Either way, it’s controller QC based 😔
@@CoZChristopher I’ve never rubbed a Thumbstick down in my life until this controller actually, the grips are definitely pretty soft. I’m very torn because as much as I love it I definitely don’t want to have to pay another $100, we will see what they say once they receive it
@@CoZChristopher finally heard back from customer service, they are getting the rma going but completely ignored my questions about spare Thumbstick modules
Hi i have a question, if i used a mobile controller like scuf nomad for example in cod mobile , dost it shows that im using emulator or that im not a mobile player and doesn’t match me against mobile player ? Cuz in ranked no emulator
@@moaminalmafrachi1217 no way my Iphone 13 Pro Max lasts more than couple hours on graphically tense games. Also the battery is not the best after over 2 years. So this was just a really poor design choice by them. I’ll stick to my Backbone. :)
I’d prefer a USB-C connection like my Backbone but what I do like is the thickness of the Nomad controller with the actual thumbsticks. If Scuf doesn’t make a USB-C version later on, I hope Backbone takes notes for the next iteration.
@@akaCOZYTIME screw backbone and cancel them… can’t get behind a company who locks features of a phone gamepad behind a subscription…. As if there isn’t enough subscriptions already they’re garbage. Maybe gamesir or 8bitdo will
@@rcash3625 that’s fair. Personally, I bought the Backbone early and got a lifetime subscription to their app. I never use it.
It’s a cool idea for what it is, but I’m not cycling through my mobile games within the app trying to figure out what I wanna play like it’s a console. I’m typically pulling out my Backbone for a purpose.
You have a looot of options to boycott backbone, that paywall is bs for a freaking controller.
@@akaCOZYTIME Gamesir G8
I appreciate the video and the comments. I would have LOVED this for the Z-Fold 5 (and 6 coming soon).
It sucks that is only for iPhone but hopefully they will release a version for android. I think a controller like this on something like a pixel fold (or any foldable) would make mobile gaming really something special.
Gamesir G8 Plus
They're working on an Android version, but it will take a bit of time for that.
You might as well get the RIG MG-X or GameSir G8 Plus.
What is most appealing is the wireless option as the USB-C port can be a slight risk factor over time.
Bluetooth has latency tho making it not the best for games where your timing needs to be spot on.
@@rcash3625you get the same Latency you will get with playing on a Xbox or PS5 with their controllers
i'm trying to understand the "lightness" and resistance of the joysticks on the nomad. how would they compare to the dualsense or xbox controller? I definitely do not like the backbone, it's just too small and the joysticks are so poor. I'm leaning towards getting the nomad. I'm just really disappointed there's no usb c port.
Amazing video :)
Now I am thinking about buying one for my own. I tested the Backbone already but was very unhappy with it… The thumbsticks felt very inaccurate especially when playing FPS. What is your opinion on aiming with the Nomad?
And as I am also more a PS Remote guy, would you advice be to buy the nomad or go for the Portal?
Thank you :)
Thank you for your kind words! If you’re a PS guy, the Portal will be the better buy for you. The built in screen, the vibration and reactive triggers, the lack of phone notifications when using your mobile phone. I like this a lot, but price aside the Portal for your use would be better.
Aiming on this is a little better than the Backbone due to the size thumbsticks. You can also adjust the software to change sensitivity and since their full size you can get Kontrol rings to add tension if you’d like. I like the backbone as well, but with the added size and remappable back buttons, this has an edge. But keep in mind it’s Bluetooth so prone to latency and if you’re gonna focus on FPS, backbone although maybe a few less features has a usb-c connection.
@@CoZChristopher With IOS 18, Apple is introducing a game mode that should alleviate notifications while playing.
@@colemanmcclung 🔥 Just put your phone on ‘Do Not Disturb’ and you won’t get notifications when you play. 💯
Its missing Usb c and a headphome jack and that is what I wanted the most it also being just for iphone is a big L
I’ve been playing around with mine for the last day on COD mobile. But I’ve been running into a couple of issues. First, the controller will randomly get super laggy after using it for a little bit. It’ll sometimes fix itself within a minute or so, but other times I need to turn it off and back on. Second, the sticks don’t feel very accurate. I’m not sure if it’s because there’s a slight delay, if it’s because the sticks are so loose, or if it has something to do with the Hall effect sensors. But the sticks on this controller just don’t feel nearly as precise as when I hook up my Xbox controller over the same Bluetooth connection
See that's the things I thought about as well with the sticks being so loose! I wish they had more friction and less give. I know it can be adjusted in the software, but the physical feel is a little light for me! I may try adding some "kontrol" stick rings or something.
@@CoZChristopher definitely! I thought about adding kontrol stick rings too but it’s a bummer that more money would need to be spent to get the controller feeling the way it’s supposed to. Plus I’m worried it won’t fix the issue😂 if you do end up getting them, let me know how it feels!
Great video! Thinking about purchasing! 🔥
If you don’t have one, a mobile controller, this is definitely a good option because of the customization! I didn’t cover it much in first impressions but seriously a good option if you want to dial in your settings!
Does it work with Android despite not being fully supported? I don’t care if the app / programmable buttons aren’t available.
It will connect via bluetooth, but in my tests, the buttons were mapped incorrectly, ie. pushing the right thumbstick triggered what should have been Right Trigger. I think it could be fixed and updated later with a Firmware update as it showed up and paired instantly.
@@CoZChristopherthank you for reporting this! Many of us have been curious to know.. I will hold off for now until Scuf can at least fix this issue with the mapping in Android.
I love this controller so much but after almost a month of use my right Thumbstick is no longer working😭 trying to get ahold of customer service is terrible
@@stokerman159 oh wow!!! Thank you so much for sharing!! Are you a heavy hand user? I ask because I am!! I recently rubbed the left joystick thumb grip off my Elite 2 controller from playing NCAA 25 every night!! So I’m wondering now with this, is it a defect of the stick, or is it just not durable? Either way, it’s controller QC based 😔
@@CoZChristopher I’ve never rubbed a Thumbstick down in my life until this controller actually, the grips are definitely pretty soft. I’m very torn because as much as I love it I definitely don’t want to have to pay another $100, we will see what they say once they receive it
@@CoZChristopher finally heard back from customer service, they are getting the rma going but completely ignored my questions about spare Thumbstick modules
Hi i have a question, if i used a mobile controller like scuf nomad for example in cod mobile , dost it shows that im using emulator or that im not a mobile player and doesn’t match me against mobile player ? Cuz in ranked no emulator
Bro, does it work in the Taresland game?
Man, no USB-C for latency is a surprise move. I've been so happy with the GameSir G8 Galileo.
@@freakytechreviews I still wanna try that one!!! I need to reach out to them!
Will it work with switch
Apple should just make a gaming handheld instead
Ah about time another controller company uses Hall effect modules ..
As an android guy I'm hurting 😢
What was the second game he playing when the wife got lit up?
That is Resident Evil Village :) thanks for stopping by!
Do they have an android version?
Nope, not yet, iOS only! It will pair to Android via bluetooth, but the button mapping is off. I think firmware could fix it!
Y no anroid😢
Can this fit over an iPad mini
I don’t have an iPad to test unfortunately but at its widest the space in between is 6 and 9/16 inches wide
Hopefully this can be modded similarly to the g8 Galileo
W Video ‼️
Can't charge the phone. What a waste.
If you actually think about it. Your phone last for about 6 hours..if you play for that long good for you but you should rethink your choices :)
@@Jampper well, it’s a trade off cause the others pass thru charge but use your phone to power them. It’s essentially the same
@@moaminalmafrachi1217 no way my Iphone 13 Pro Max lasts more than couple hours on graphically tense games. Also the battery is not the best after over 2 years. So this was just a really poor design choice by them. I’ll stick to my Backbone. :)
@@moaminalmafrachi1217lmao 6 hours on who’s phone? If I play games on my phone the battery is gone pretty fast..
@@Jampper I guess you need to get a console then
Good controller without cooler + Iphone = crap
Only works with iPhone.... Boo...
✝️ Subbed & Liked! Great VID! God bless in 2024! ✝️
Thank you James!! May God bless you as well!!!