If you need or want a controller for Xbox cloud gaming, you have no shortage of options laid out before. Microsoft’s Xbox wireless controller is a solid option, for example. But it doesn’t have to be an Xbox controller from Microsoft. It could be any controller designed for use with Xbox. Or, it could really be any Bluetooth controller for the most part. If you’re playing on mobile, then something like the Razer Kishi V3 might be what you’re looking for.
What about a compact Xbox controller from Microsoft designed specifically for its cloud gaming feature on Game Pass? Well, that’s not currently a real product that you can buy, but that might be changing soon. A new leak shows that Microsoft is currently working on a compact controller that’s being made with the Game Pass cloud gaming feature in mind.
Microsoft’s Xbox cloud gaming controller looks like it could fit in your pocket
You might need some pretty big pockets, but the controller looks small enough that putting in your pants pocket seems manageable. At the very least, it’ll be easier to toss in a bag since it won’t take up nearly as much space as the Xbox wireless controller. Again, there are no shortage of options for controllers to use for cloud gaming. There are even more than a few compact options like this specifically. However, none of those are from Microsoft proper. If you like sticking with the official stuff, then this looks to be your chance to do so.
While Microsoft hasn’t confirmed this controller yet, the images very clearly show some potentially late-stage designs of the controller. Perhaps these are even the final design. You can see the 8-way d-pad that Microsoft uses on the newest models of the Xbox controller which is a nice addition. Though some players do prefer the 4-way d-pad.
The controller reportedly supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 6, and it’s said to have a 500mAh battery and a USB-C port for charging. Microsoft is also making it in white and black colorways.
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