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Upgrade Xbox Ally X with $20 Drift-Resistant Joysticks

12/20/2025

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The Verge's senior editor notes the Xbox Ally X lacks magnetic drift-resistant joysticks despite $1,000 price.
For $20, Gulikit offers officially sanctioned TMR joysticks designed in collaboration with Asus.
The TMR joysticks are recognized by the Xbox Ally X and can be calibrated with the Armoury Crate app.
Installation is straightforward and requires only basic tools.
The joysticks cost $20 in the US and will be available in Europe soon.

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Story summary

The Verge's senior editor notes the Xbox Ally X lacks magnetic drift-resistant joysticks despite $1,000 price.
For $20, Gulikit offers officially sanctioned TMR joysticks designed in collaboration with Asus.
The TMR joysticks are recognized by the Xbox Ally X and can be calibrated with the Armoury Crate app.
Installation is straightforward and requires only basic tools.
The joysticks cost $20 in the US and will be available in Europe soon.