How to Use the GameSir Cyclone 2
The best mid-end controller on PC
Product Overview
Key Features
- • Tri-mode connectivity for multi-platform compatibility
- • Precise and Durable GameSir Mag-ResTM TMR Sticks
- • Precision-tuned Hall Effect Analog Triggers
- • Fully software-customizable
Tech Specs
- • Working Platform: Switch, Android, PC and Steam
- • Connection: Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless Dongle
- • Weight: 306.9g / 0.68lbs
- • Supported Software: GameSir Connect app
System Requirements
Windows PC
Windows 10/11 Bluetooth, Wireless Dongle, Wired
Android
Android 8.0 or above Bluetooth
Switch
Switch/Switch 2 Bluetooth
Getting Started
| Home Indicator | description |
|---|---|
| Flash Slowly | Reconnection State * Connecting to a previously paired device |
| Flash Rapidly | Pairing state * Can be searched and paired by devices only in pairing state |
| Low Battery | Connected State * Long press the Home button for 5 seconds to turn off the controller |
| Description | Operation |
|---|---|
| Charging Indicator | When the controller is charging while powered off, the Home Indicator indicates the charging progress: Red(0%-25%), Orange(25%-50%), Yellow(50%-75%), Green(75%-90%), and flashing Green for 2 seconds and then turning off(90%-100%). |
| Low Battery Alert | When the controller's battery is below 15%, the Home Indicator flashes red twice every 10 seconds. |
| Dock Charging | When the dock is powered on, place the controller on the charging dock. The dock synchronizes with the controller's charging indicator. |
| Auto Power-Off | No operation in connection status: 10 minutes Not connected in pairing status: 1 minute Not connected in reconnection status: 3 minutes |
| Controller mode check | Press and hold the M button to view the current mode color. |
| Color | Mode | Connection Method |
|---|---|---|
| Green | XInput | Home Button + X Button |
| Red | NS | Home Button + Y Button |
| Yellow | HID | Home Button + A Button |
| Blue | Other Devices | Home Button + B Button |
Wired Connection
- Use the included Type-C cable to connect the controller to the computer.
- The Home Indicator will stay solid, indicating a successful connection.
Bluetooth Connection
- Press and hold Home Button + B Button for 2 seconds until the Home Indicator blinks blue, then release the buttons. 2.Open the Bluetooth list on your computer, find the device named "Wireless Controller"and click to connect. 3.The Home Indicator will stay solid, indicating a successful connection.
- lf the connection is not successful, please press and hold the controller's Home Button +Share Button for 2 seconds to re-enter pairing mode.
Receiver Connection
- Plug the receiver into the USB port of the device to be connected; the receiver indicator will flash.
- Press and hold Home Button + X Button for 2 seconds until the Home Indicator flashes green, then release the buttons and wait for the controller to connect to the receiver.
- The connection is successful when the indicators on both the controller and the receiver stay solid.
- If the connection is not successful, please press and hold the controller's Home Button +Share Button for 2 seconds, and press the Pairing Button on the receiver to re-pair.
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On the switch main menu, go to“Controllers" - “Change Grip/Order" and wait on this screen.
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Press and hold Home Button + Y Button for 2 seconds until the Home Indicator flashes red, then release the buttons and wait for the connection.
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The Home Indicator will remain solid, indicating a successful connection.
- If the connection is not successful, please press and hold the controller's Home Button +Share Button for 2 seconds to re-enter pairing mode.
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Press and hold Home Button + A Button for 2 seconds until the Home Indicator flashes yellow, then release the buttons.
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Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, find the device named “GameSir-Cyclone 2", and click to connect.
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The Home Indicator will remain solid, indicating a successful connection.
- If the connection is not successful, please press and hold the controller's Home Button +Share Button for 2 seconds to re-enter pairing mode.
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Press and hold Home Button + B Button for 2 seconds until the Home Indicator flashes blue, then release the buttons.
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Open the Bluetooth list on your phone, find the device named " Wireless Controller", and click to connect.
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The Home Indicator will remain solid, indicating a successful connection.
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You can change the Home indicator color in your phone's settings: Settings - General -Game Controller.
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If the connection is not successful, please press and hold the controller's Home Button +Share Button for 2 seconds to re-enter pairing mode.
Sticks & Triggers
- Set the triggers to long-travel mode. Hold View Button + Menu Button + Home Button for 2 seconds to enter calibration mode. The Home light will flash slowly in white during this process.
- Ensure the triggers and sticks are not being touched. Press A Button once.
- Rotate both sticks in full circles 2-3 times. Fully press both triggers three times. Finally, press A Button to exit. The Home light will return to its original light effect.
Gyroscope
- Place the controller on a stable, flat surface. Hold M Button + Screenshot Button for 2 seconds to start calibration.
- During the process, the Home light will flash red and blue alternately. When the light returns to its original effect, calibration is complete.
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If the controller encounters issues such as being unable to power on or off properly, youcan use a small object similar to the size of a paperclip to press the Reset button insidethe circular hole on the back of the controller. This will force the controller to power off.
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If the controller encounters issues such as being unable to power on or off properly, you can Hold Home Button + Menu Button till the logo Button blink. This action will reset the profile and all the settings of the controller.
Advanced Tutorials
Back Button Setting
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Set L4/R4 Button Values: Press and hold the M button + L4/R4 buttons simultaneously until the Home Indicator slowly flashes white.
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Press the button to be programmed (supports single button / combination button), then press the L4/R4 button.
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When the Home Indicator returns to the mode color, the L4/R4 button setting is complete.
- In a combination button, the interval time between each button will be triggered according to the operation time during programming.
Cancel Back Button Setting
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Cancel L4/R4 Button Values: Press and hod the M button + L4/R4 buttons simultaneously until the Home Indicator slowly flashes white, then press the L4/R4 button.
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When the Home Indicator returns to the mode color, the L4/R4 button cancellation is complete.
- If the setting process exceeds 10 seconds, it will automatically save and exist.
Turbo Setting
There are 4 modes: Slow (8Hz), Medium (12Hz), Fast (20Hz), and Off. Programmable buttons: A/B/X/Y/LB/RB/LT/RT
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Set Turbo Function: Press and hold the M button, then press the button you want to set to enable Turbo function with Slow mode.
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Repeat this operation to cycle through the Turbo modes (Slow, Medium, Fast, Off).
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Clear Turbo Function: Double-click the M button.
- When a button with Turbo function is activated, the Home Indicator flashes continuously.
- The setting will still be saved after a restart.
Button Combination
Hair Trigger
Enable/disable hair trigger mode.After the hair trigger mode is enabled, the Home Indicatorflashes when LT/RT is pressed.
- The setting will still be saved after a restart.
Vibration Level
Decrease/increase the vibration intensity of the grip motors. 5 levels:
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Level 1 - vibration off,
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Level 2 - 25% vibration,
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Level 3- 50% vibration,
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Level 4 - 75% (default),
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Level 5 - 100%vibration.
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The setting will still be saved after a restart.
Mode Switching
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Only supported in receiver and wired modes.
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By performing this operation, you can manually switchbetween XInput/NS/and Other Devices modes, fixing the connectionmode for use.
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The next time you connect using the samemethod, the mode will remain as previously switched.
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Long press the Home button for 10 seconds to power off.Upon restarting, the controller will restore the automaticplatform recognition function.
Stick's Dead Zone
Enable/Disable zero Dead Zone Mode for the Left/Right Stick
- The setting will still be saved after a restart.
Button Layout
Interchange button values of A/B, X/Y
- The setting will still be saved after a restart.
Configuration Switching
You can cyclethrough four preset configurations.
FAQ
It supports Switch, Android, PC, and Steam.
Cyclone 2 offers three connectivity options: Bluetooth, a wireless dongle for wireless connections, and Type-C for wired connections.
Cyclone 2 is equipped with the GameSir Mag-ResTM TMR Sticks which combines the precise performance and low power consumption of traditional potentiometer sticks with the high durability of Hall Effect sticks, ensuring a higher and more stable polling rate.
Yes, Cyclone 2 has a Hall Effect analog trigger mode, perfect for racing games, which also supports changing to Hall Effect hair trigger mode for FPS games and action games via a key combo. In addition, gamers can also change the trigger gear to toggle between Hall effect trigger or micro switch trigger.
2 motors. Cyclone 2 features asymmetric motors in each grip providing realistic and immersive haptic feedback.
Yes, you can adjust and personalize your lighting effects through the software for a truly unique gaming experience.
Cyclone 2 is equipped with 2 mappable back buttons.
Yes, Cyclone 2 has turbo function with 4 modes: Slow(8Hz), Medium(12Hz), Fast(20Hz), and Off.
Yes, the default is XBOX layout. You can change the layout by holding M Button + A Button for 2 seconds.
Dongle Pairing Instructions
- Plug the wireless dongle into your device, then press the dongle’s pairing button to activate pairing mode (the dongle LED will flash rapidly).
- Hold the Logo button + X button until the controller LED flashes green.
- Alternatively, hold the Logo button + Screenshot/Share button for 3 seconds to enter forced pairing mode (the Logo button LED flashes quickly).
- Wait for the controller and dongle to establish connection.
Important Notes
- Nova Lite/Nova Lite 2/Cyclone 2/Super Nova/Tarantula Pro comes pre‑paired with its original dongle. Before starting manual pairing, plug in the dongle, power on the controller and wait for automatic connection.
- Hold the View( - ) button + Menu( + ) button to cycle between XInput, Switch and Android.
Hold the Logo button + Screenshot/Share button for 2 seconds to enter forced pairing mode (Logo LED flashes rapidly).
If this method is ineffective, perform a function reset: Hold the Logo button + Menu button for 5 seconds until the Logo LED flashes green twice, then retry pairing.
If the controller still cannot establish a connection while in pairing mode, restart both the controller and your target device.
Unfortunately, XInput mode over Bluetooth is not supported on most controllers due to restrictions set by Microsoft.
We recommend using a wired connection or the wireless dongle. These options support wireless XInput and deliver low-latency performance. If you prefer to continue using Bluetooth, third-party software such as Steam Input can be used to enable functionality.
On the Switch home screen, navigate to Controllers and select Change Grip/Order. Keep this page open. Hold the Logo button + Y button until the Logo button LED flashes red. Hold the Logo button + Screenshot/Share button for 3 seconds to enter forced pairing mode (the Logo button LED flashes rapidly). Follow the on-screen prompts and hold the LB and RB buttons.
If pairing fails, restart both the controller and Switch, then attempt pairing again.
Hold the Logo button + A button until the Logo button LED flashes yellow. Hold the Logo button + Screenshot/Share button for 3 seconds to enter forced pairing mode (the Logo button LED flashes rapidly).
Open the Bluetooth list on your mobile device, select GameSir-Nova 2 Lite and complete pairing.
If pairing fails, restart both the controller and your mobile device, then retry.
Enable Pro Controller Wired Communication via the menu path below:
- Open System Settings
- Navigate to Controllers and Sensors
- Select Pro Controller Wired Communication
- Toggle the setting to On
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If the controller fails to power on or power off normally, hold the Home button + Menu button until the logo LED flashes. This operation resets all controller profiles and custom settings.
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If controller buttons become unresponsive, use a slim object such as a paperclip to press the reset switch inside the circular hole on the rear of the controller. This forces the controller to shut down.
Firmware Update Guide Controller Firmware Update Launch GameSir Connect on your PC without connecting the controller first. Hold the Logo button + Menu button, then connect the controller to the PC via USB cable to activate manual firmware upgrade. This method applies to users who fail to complete automatic updates within GameSir Connect.
Dongle Firmware Update Follow these steps if you encounter wireless connection issues with the dongle:
- Turn off the controller by holding the Logo button for 5 seconds and unplug the dongle.
- Open GameSir Connect on your PC.
- Hold the pairing button on the dongle and plug the dongle into your PC simultaneously.
- An update window will pop up if performed correctly. Wait until the update process finishes.
Controllers equipped with a gyroscope are listed below:
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Xbox Controllers (Gyro function only available on PC): G7 Pro, G7 Pro Wuchang, G7 Pro Zenless Zone Zero, Tarantula Pro Xbox, T7 Pro Sugar Whirl.
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PC Controllers: SuperNova, Cyclone 2, Tarantula Pro, Tarantula Pro 8K, Nova, G7 Pro 8K.
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Mobile Controllers: G8+, X5S, X3 Pro, G8+ MFi (Android only)
Place the controller flat on a horizontal surface. Hold the Mode button + Share/Screenshot button for 3 seconds. The logo LED will flash orange and white alternately at a rapid rate.
We do not sell separate spare parts such as controller internal components, replacement buttons, USB ports, standalone receivers, or other internal repair parts. All original bundled accessories included with controllers are not available for individual purchase.
These accessories are manufactured to be used with the controller and are not sold separately.
Currently, the only items sold separately are:
1.Universal data cable,
2.Faceplate for the G7 series, Faceplate for Supernova, Carrying case for the G7 Pro,
3.Detachable Joystick Caps For G7 Pro & Cyclone 2
4.Anti-friction rings,
5.Thumb grip caps,
6.Charger for nova/nova 2 lite, Charger for cyclone 2，Cooler for X5 Lite ,Dongle for nova(Not for nova 1/2 lite)
7.Dongle compatible with the following controllers: Nova (HD), SuperNova, T3S, Tarantula, Cyclone, Cyclone Pro, X5s, G8+.(It Will not work with Cyclone 2, T4, T4 Pro, T4 Pro SE, G7 Pro, Nova Lite, and Nova Lite 2.)
You can view our separately sold accessories here: https://gamesir.com/collections/gamesir-accessories
You may calibrate joysticks and triggers either via the software or manually following the steps below:
- Switch the triggers to the full travel position. Hold the View ("-") button + Menu ("+") button + Home button. The indicator light will flash slowly in white to signal calibration mode activation.
- Make sure not to touch the LT, RT, and the left and right joysticks. Press the A button. The Home Indicator will turn off. (If the controller is Nova Lite, Nova Lite 2, SuperNova, or Tarantula Pro, then there is no need to perform the second step.)
- Rotate both joysticks in complete circles 2 to 3 times. Fully depress both triggers 3 times.
- Press the A button to finish and exit calibration mode. The indicator will revert to its normal state.
Notes:
- Manual recalibration may resolve issues when the in-app calibration fails.
- Perform all operations gently at a steady speed to prevent inaccurate sampling data.
- Calibration supports both wired and wireless connections.
- This calibration only applies to analog trigger mode and has no effect on mouse click mode.
- Always complete calibration with the faceplate installed. Removing the faceplate will lead to incorrect range detection.
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