Table of contents:
- Xbox One Controller
- SteelSeries Stratus XL
- Razer Raiju Mobile
- GameSir G3s
- Gamevice
- Moto Gamepad
- SteelSeries Nimbus
- Gamevice GV157
- GameSir M2
Fortnite still wows gamers, its active user numbers may have dropped, but it is still one of the most played games today. One of the keys to its success is its multiplatform availability, we find it available from consoles to Android devices. Until now, on these devices, we had to play necessarily using the touch screen. But the Fortnite developers have enabled compatibility with some bluetooth controllers. So we can play Fortnite on mobile without many complications.
As we well know, touch controls are not always the most comfortable and their learning curve is high compared to that of a controller. This compatibility will allow playing with more precise controls, something that will undoubtedly benefit users since it will improve the gaming experience. Not all controllers are compatible, in fact the list is somewhat limited. Here we leave you the complete list as well as a small description about these controls, so that if you are looking for one you can make the right decision.
Xbox One Controller
This remote is one of the most versatile that we find on the market. Its compatibility with different devices apart from the Xbox One make it an ideal candidate to have at home. Specifically, the Xbox One Controller can be used on both PC and Android, in this second platform it requires additional configuration. But first it must be made clear that not all Xbox One Controller are the same, in fact, there are two versions. A version that has Bluetooth and another that does not.
We need the version that integrates this wireless connectivity, otherwise we cannot use it on our Android device. To distinguish the versions we have to look at the box, the Bluetooth logo is a clear and favorable indication. Once we have the appropriate Xbox One Controller, pairing with our Android device is simple, but we have to follow certain steps:
- We unlink the Xbox One Controller from the Xbox One if we have one.
- Press the round button on the upper frame of the remote, this button will begin to flash and with this we will know that it will have entered pairing mode.
- From our Android device we go to Settings-> Connections and activate the Bluetooth connection. When activating this wireless connection, the devices that we have linked and are available will appear, but also a menu will appear to search for new available devices.
- We select the Xbox One Controller in the list of available devices and we would already have the controller linked to our Android smartphone.
If you have followed all these steps, you can use the Xbox Controller for your Fortnite games on mobile.
SteelSeries Stratus XL
Of all the Bluetooth controllers to play Fortnite, this could be considered a hybrid between the Xbox One Controller and the PS4 controller. Its design, shape and size reminds us of Microsoft's command, but the position of the joysticks leads us to Sony. It was undoubtedly designed to be used on a computer, but with Bluetooth connectivity it is also compatible with Android devices, allowing us to play Fortnite on mobile.
The materials in which it is built are those of this type of product, plastics with different finishes but offering resistance to shocks and falls. Its button configuration has the four main Xbox-style buttons: ABYX. In the center are the classic "Start" and "Back" controls but they have been replaced by triangles arranged in the opposite direction, the "Home" button is also present and like the other two, its symbol is a circle. To the misfortune of many or the luck of some, the Steelseries Stratus XL runs on batteries. There are two AA batteries that power this Bluetooth remote, and depending on the brand they can give up to 40 hours of use.
Razer Raiju Mobile
Epic Games was almost obliged to include a Bluetooth controller to play Fortnite on the mobile signed by Razer. This is so, since it is one of the companies that has bet the most on the gaming sector in recent years. It has a multitude of products for different platforms, we can find from headphones to high quality Bluetooth controls. The Bluetooth controller that is compatible with Fortnite on Android is the Razer Raiju Mobile.
This Bluetooth controller has a button layout identical to that of the Xbox One Controller, its shape and size is also similar. The differences are found in its tag “Mobile”, this indicates that it has been designed solely to be used with mobile devices and in this specific case Android smartphones. Thanks to being designed exclusively for smartphones, it has a "clamp" that serves to hold the mobile phone and thus hold both the controller and the smartphone at the same time. In addition to all these features, it also has an application, this application allows you to reconfigure the buttons on the remote to adapt it to any type of game (if we play something other than Fortnite).
GameSir G3s
This Bluetooth controller to play Fortnite on mobile is one of the most appreciated in the gamer community. Its price and functionalities make it an ideal candidate to have at home. These functionalities are compatibility with iOS, Android and Windows. A multiplatform Bluetooth controller at an affordable price. As for its distribution of buttons and aesthetics, it is a clear copy of the Play Station 3 command but that does not prevent it from being comfortable to use and with a more than good response. It is recharged by microUSB and its battery is 600mAh, which should initially offer us enough hours of play without having to plug it in.
Gamevice
Unlike the previous ones, Gamevice are controls with their own and specific design for each terminal. That is, they are not universal controls that work independently of the terminal as long as it is Android. If not, they are designed for specific terminals due to the way in which they are coupled to these smartphones. The arrangement of the buttons may remind us of a Nintendo Switch, controls on both sides with a screen in the middle, except that it is a somewhat more square design.
With the Gamevice we can play on the mobile if we have any of the terminals that appear in the following list. They are powerful terminals and in particular they are only two smartphone brands, but Gamevice has decided to bet on these models for its Bluetooth controls.
Google Pixel 2, 2XL, 3, 3XL
Samsung Galaxy S7, S7 Edge, S8, S8 +, Note 8, S9, S9 +, S10, S10 +
Moto Gamepad
Like the Gamevice, its aesthetic is differential. Furthermore, it is only available for Motorola terminals. This controller to play Fortnite is actually part of the accessories called Moto Mods. It is placed on the back of the Motorola terminals and the connection is made by joining the pins of the remote control together with those of the mobile. Thus, we do not need any type of Bluetooth connection. The only downside is that it is obviously not compatible with all Motorola terminals, only with those of the Z family. It is a command to take into account if we are owners of a Motorola terminal.
SteelSeries Nimbus
On iPhone, the issue of Bluetooth controls to play Fortnite on mobile is more complex. Not only do they have to be compatible with the Epic Games game, but they also have to be MFi certified. This certification allows these controllers to be synchronized with iOS. SteelSeries has a specific model for Apple devices, it is the SteelSeries Nimbus. With this command we can play Fortnite on the mobile without any problem, the autonomy is up to 40 hours, but it does not work with batteries, we have to recharge the battery.
Gamevice GV157
We have talked about these Bluetooth controllers, their design that reminds us of the Nintendo Switch with an ergonomic position on the controls make it a suitable candidate. In addition, in this version for Apple devices the compatibility is greater. According to the manufacturer itself, it is compatible with iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS Max. All these models within the same command, but instead for devices such as the iPad, iPad Mini and 10-inch iPad Pro we have to buy the specific version.
GameSir M2
For its part, the GameSir M2 has a design almost identical to the Xbox One Controller. The only and main difference is the support integrated into the chassis of the controller, in this support we will place our mobile device in order to hold everything with one hand and play without any restriction. Like the previous two, this remote is MFi certified and compatible with a row of Apple devices. The list is long so we are going to list the most notable ones: iPhone X, 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 6, 6S, 5, 5S, 5C, iPad Pro, iPad Mini, iPad Air, iPad Air 2, etc..
We hope this list of Bluetooth controllers to play Fortnite on mobile has helped you. It should be noted that in Android we have more options and some with more than affordable prices, while in iOS the prices skyrocket. Now it's your turn, choose wisely the command that suits you best.