Nyko Announces Gaming Controllers for Nvidia Tablets

Nyko Technologies announced a new line of controllers to enable console-quality gaming experiences on Android tablet devices. The Nyko tablet controllers are being developed with input from NVIDIA to ensure compatibility with a large library of high-end mobile .

Nyko has also developed a free Android app, called Playground, to provide backwards compatibility for their controllers with legacy tablet titles, including those that currently utilize keyboard mapping, touch mapping and mouse . Playground provides profile management for customized control schemes, as well as pre-set profiles for top selling and popular games. Like Nyko’s tablet controllers, the app will not require rooting of the device.

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The Nyko tablet series/line features:

  • PlayPad Pro – Nyko’s full-sized controller for an at-home gaming experience, including dual analog sticks, d-pad, face buttons and shoulder triggers/bumpers for wireless tablet gaming in the living room.
  • PlayPad – Nyko’s mini controller includes dual analog sliders, collapsible tablet stand and a carrying case for gaming on the go
  • Console-style control for ease of gameplay, perfect for first-person shooters and other complex games.
  • No rooting required; controllers are usable out of the box
  • Compatible with all Android 3.0 and higher tablets/phones with ®connectivity

Available Fall 2012, the tablet controllers will offer a future-proof gaming experience, blurring the line between mobile and console video gaming.

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13 comments

  1. Nyko Technologies 86022 High-Efficiency Snap-On Cooling Device for Xbox 360. Does it attach to a regular Pro bundle or just the elite?

  2. Heidi Cabrera July 4, 2012 at 10:03 pm -

    So my xbox 360 just recently did the 3 rings of death thing so I was getting it ready to send to get fixed when I was pulling off my Nyko Intercooler system when I noticed it had melted into the plug of my 360. I saw that there have similar situations with this and when I call Nyko all I get is voicemail. Anybody know if its still in business or if they’re just hard to get a hold of? I also noticed that they’re website is gone so I’m a little worried that I may just be screwed.

  3. Lola Lockwood July 7, 2012 at 10:47 pm -

    So my xbox 360 just recently did the 3 rings of death thing so I was getting it ready to send to get fixed when I was pulling off my Nyko Intercooler system when I noticed it had melted into the plug of my 360. I saw that there have similar situations with this and when I call Nyko all I get is voicemail. Anybody know if its still in business or if they’re just hard to get a hold of? I also noticed that they’re website is gone so I’m a little worried that I may just be screwed.

  4. I’m just trying to find out if they push in for when you put the ps vita in your pocket or will we have to risk the analog sticks broken?

  5. unbleevable39 July 21, 2012 at 9:52 pm -

    The analog sticks of my PS3 controller got chewed up by my dog. So how can I switch them with my PS2 controller? Do I have to open up both of them? I dont want to risk destroying both controllers.

  6. So my xbox 360 just recently did the 3 rings of death thing so I was getting it ready to send to get fixed when I was pulling off my Nyko Intercooler system when I noticed it had melted into the plug of my 360. I saw that there have similar situations with this and when I call Nyko all I get is voicemail. Anybody know if its still in business or if they’re just hard to get a hold of? I also noticed that they’re website is gone so I’m a little worried that I may just be screwed.

  7. Does anyone have a problem with the analog sticks? My left analog stick is being cut up by the side walls. There is ring around the stick that looks like the trench from the Death Star surface.

  8. mal_functiongeo July 28, 2012 at 2:52 am -

    i need a new controlller because i really hate the analog sticks on the original dualshock 3 controller. i feel like i have to jam my thumbs into it in order for me to run in COD. im also looking for a good one that wont break in a long time

  9. I contacted Nyko about the frontman and recieved this as an answer:

    >Hi,

    >Thank you for contacting us. Unfortunately the Wii Frontman is only
    >compatible with Guitar Hero III and is not compatible with Rock
    >Band. We apologize for the inconvenience.
    >
    >Sincerely,
    >Edward Fairchild

    >

    Edward Fairchild
    Nyko Technologies, Inc.
    1990 Westwood Blvd.
    3rd Floor, Penthouse Suite
    Los Angeles, California 90025
    (888) 444-6956 ext. 15
    http://www.nyko.com

  10. I wan to replace the analog sticks on my ps3 controller for the xbox ones because i like them better, are they the same size ? Do they fit in properly etc. You get what i mean. Thanks for any help.