Here’s the thing, controllers that are full controllers and are used externally to a device (i.e. If you have to use the controller in its mobility mode, though, then it’s probably not worth it. Its integration with Asus phones is incredible, and the ability to turn your phone into a Nintendo Switch and how cool that is can’t be understated. If you’re not, though, then it will probably be fairly subpar. If using it with an Asus ROG phone, it’ll be up there as one of the best mobile gaming experiences that you’ve ever had. The gaming experience on the Asus Kunai 3 Gamepad will wildly differ depending on the device you’re using it with. The Kunai 3’s integration with Asus phones is incredible As well, it’s not usually an issue for me to be able to play out loud in my apartment, but if it would be for you, then it may not be worth it.
The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro has front-facing speakers so it’s not a problem in that regard. You can charge when playing thanks to the side USB-C port, and it’s also possible to plug in the Asus AeroActive Cooler 6 at the same time, too.īasically, the best experience I’ve had with this controller is using the speakers over my phone, as it’s the only way I can play without frustration from audio latency.
If you’re using it docked on an Asus ROG phone, then keep in mind it will cover the headphone jack so you won’t be able to use wired audio when playing. There’s not a whole lot else to the controller, really. (Note: I didn’t draw in the full circles of the X and Y axes). I tested the sensitivity of the joystick using the Gamepad Tester app. My unit doesn’t have any dead zones or drifting, either. It works in the likes of AetherSX2, so I’ve been playing games like The Simpsons: Hit & Run while on the go, thanks to this controller. They’re comfortable to use for long stretches of time, and the Asus Kunai 3 Gamepad has accompanied me on a few flights at this stage for a few hours at a time. The controller itself will be familiar to anyone who has used a Nintendo Switch, and the buttons are clicky and tactile. The Asus Kunai 3 Gamepad is comfortable to use for long periods of time It doesn’t add much weight to your phone (and the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro is a bit of a hefty beast anyway), and if you’re worried, it comes with a carry case that you can bring it around in. It feels a little bit cheap (especially when in “mobility mode” - that is, the way you see it above), but that’s not always a bad thing. The Asus Kunai 3 Gamepad is really lightweight, and it’s made of plastic. While the company provided us with review units, it did not have any input into the contents of this review. My colleague, Aamir Siddiqui, also received the device from Asus, but did not receive the Kunai 3 Gamepad.