Most importantly, the SteelSeries controller unlocks tvOS game titles that require an MFi controller. It can even be used to play games on your iOS devices. The buttons are pressure-sensitive and you can connect up to four of them for multiplayer gameplay.
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The controller's battery recharges via Lightning connector for 40-plus hours of gaming, and you can also use it to control your Apple TV instead of your Siri remote. This may seem like a hefty price, but if you're on the lookout for deals, Apple is also selling the controller in a $39.95 bundle with Minecraft Apple TV edition, a game that costs $20 on its own! We went with the SteelSeries Nimbus which is available for $49.95 at, and for $29.95 from Amazon if you're okay with a refurnished one. If you want to make the most out of your Apple TV gaming experience, then you definitely have to invest in a gaming controller, specifically one with MFI support. The Siri remote is well designed device, and works with many available games, but doesn't offer a very great gaming experience. There are also a whole bunch of games that are exclusive to tvOS, some of which take advantage of the extra power that comes with the A10X Fusion processor.ĭuring Apple's September Keynote, developer thatgamecompany revealed a new title named "Sky," and showed off how users can use the Siri remote as a controller. The App Store features a wide selection of games, including titles that can automatically sync data and progress between your Apple TV and supported iOS devices.