If you’re planning on traveling over the holidays, consider turning your smartphone into a portable gaming handheld with a controller case like the PowerA MOGA XP7-X Plus, which is down to just $50 (normally $100) at Amazon ahead of Black Friday.
The PowerA MOGA XP7-X Plus is officially licensed by Xbox and features all the usual inputs you’d expect from a standard controller or handheld system, including two thumbsticks, face buttons, triggers, and a D-pad. It supports Android and iPhones up to 7.13 inches long in handheld mode and connects via Bluetooth. The controller has an integrated 2000mAh power bank and charging pad, so you can charge your phone while you play. It’s perfect for playing games via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or other cloud streaming apps, or native Android/iOS games that support controllers. You can also collapse the controller down and use it separately with your phone, Xbox, or Windows.
If you’re looking for a more traditional form factor, PowerA’s MOGA XP5-A Plus is also on sale for just $36 (was $70). This is another Bluetooth controller compatible with smartphones, Xbox, and PC, though, unlike the XP7-X Plus, the XP5-A Plus is a standard controller that connects to your iPhone or Android device with the included clip accessory. The PowerA XP-ULTRA is also discounted to $60 (was $100), which can be configured into multiple modes with your smartphone, PC, or Xbox console.
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If you’re looking for more ways to cloud stream Game Pass games this holiday season, Amazon also has a bundle deal that includes an Xbox Wireless controller, Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and one-month subscription to Game Pass Ultimate for $80 ($147). A cheaper bundle with a standard Fire TV Stick 4K is also available for $75 ($137).
While PowerA’s controllers can turn your smartphone into a portable cloud gaming device, you can get more reliable performance using a dedicated gaming handheld that runs the games directly on the device’s hardware. Luckily, one of the best Windows-based gaming handhelds, the Asus ROG Ally, is on sale at Target and Best Buy ahead of Black Friday.
For more deals, be sure to follow GameSpot’s Black Friday hub to see the latest discounts.
