Game Pad Moto Mod

[Ry]

https://www.cnet.com/news/new-moto-mod-goes-after-the-nintendo-switch/

The most aggressive new Mod takes on the*Nintendo Switch, a portable gaming console that you can also play at home. A snap-on rig for the Moto Z has four speakers and gaming controls and comes preloaded with games. It would likely cost a lot less than the Switch.

 

[Ry]

https://www.engadget.com/2017/02/26/the-next-wave-of-moto-mods-turn-your-phone-into-gamepad/

 

[ksefan]

Is that what the Moto Z is going to look like this year or is that the new Moto g5?

 

[han4mi]

Is that what the Moto Z is going to look like this year or is that the new Moto g5?

Motorola confirmed it was a photoshop mistake

 

[YAYTech]

I was excited to see this one. I don't really game on my phone, in part because on-screen controls tend to suck so badly.

 

[udazavlanje]

same here.

 

[fabjazz]

Any news?

 

[darin.radke.5]

I love this idea

 

[hotshotazn]

Follow up to the article. I have a Switch but I'd still buy this.

The Moto GamePad, coming this summer for $80 (roughly £60 or $AU110), looks like a no-brainer -- not to mention a clever use of the easy-on, easy-off nature the magnetic mod system. It works with the new Moto Z2 Play, as well as last year's Moto Z, Z Force and Z Play phones.

https://www.cnet.com/uk/products/moto-gamepad/preview/

 

[Ry]

https://www.androidcentral.com/moto-mods-gamepad-turbopower-jbl-soundboost-2-pricing-availability

I got to try an early prototype of this one, and it's really neat. There are two analog sticks and nice, clicky buttons, and while Motorola won't currently comment on whether it is working with developers to optimize specific games for the GamePad, all games with built-in controller support will work out of the box.

We don't have a specific shipping date other than late summer, but we know that it's coming soon for $79.99.

 

[markabele]

https://www.androidcentral.com/moto-mods-gamepad-turbopower-jbl-soundboost-2-pricing-availability

I assume that means it's not working on any games with devs. Otherwise, why wouldn't they tout that in their marketing?

 

[Ry]

Say Hello to New Possibilities with Moto Z² Play and Moto Mods - The Official Motorola Blog

Change the Way You Game
Finally take control of your mobile gaming with the Moto GamePad. This new Moto Mod allows you to transform your Moto Z into a handheld gaming console with a simple snap. Use the dual control sticks, D-pad and four action buttons for a true gaming experience, no matter where you are. And with the 1035mAh built-in battery, you can outplay your friends

 

[Mike-Mike]

looks pretty cool. does that logo on the back mean something or is it just awesome looking for no reason?

 

[dmgerbino]

I don't game as much as I used too but this looks promising.

 

[sonex293]

looks pretty cool. does that logo on the back mean something or is it just awesome looking for no reason?

Looks like Lenovo's Legion logo as used on their Gaming platforms...

Lenovo Gaming | Lenovo US

 

[Mike-Mike]

Looks like Lenovo's Legion logo as used on their Gaming platforms...

Lenovo Gaming | Lenovo US

Good catch

 

[kbz1960]

Looks great for gamers.

 

[checkmate]

I can't help thinking Nintendo Switch style unclipping controllers would be amazing on this....

 

[dmgerbino]

Did anybody preorder the game pad mod from Verizon Wireless? I did. Estimated ship date is the end of August.

 

[Photo_Drew]

I just pre-ordered today. it said August 25