The Nano Controller is “about 5 inches” long and weighs 3.5 ounces, making it much smaller and lighter than the existing Xbox controller.
The Nano Controller is versatile, featuring both standard Xbox wireless connectivity and Bluetooth, ensuring it works with a wide range of devices that support Bluetooth. This means players can easily use it to play games like Fortnite on an iPad.
Mini controllers are not a new idea, with companies like CRKD and 8BitDo having offered portable options for years. The main advantage of such controllers is their portability, allowing gamers to conveniently carry them in a bag without adding significant weight or bulk.
Microsoft is teaming up with Samsung to bundle the new Xbox Nano Controller with two months of Game Pass on “select Samsung TVs” over the holiday season.
In addition to the Nano Controller, Microsoft’s team is reportedly working on the Xbox Elite Series 3 controller, which could address some compatibility issues faced by its predecessors.
The Xbox Nano Controller will hit the market in November, and while the partnerships with Samsung and Meta are anticipated, further announcements are expected as the holiday season draws near.
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