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Take Your iPhone Games On the Go With This $45 Razer Kishi Mobile Controller

The compact original Razer Kishi allows you to turn your phone into a portable gaming console, and right now you can pick it up for $55 off.

Max McHone
A close-up of a Razer Kishi controller with a phone in the middle.
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Consoles and PCs aren't the only way to enjoy video games anymore. Several major companies, including Amazon and Microsoft, have gaming subscriptions that support cloud streaming -- which means you can enjoy games from your library remotely using a computer, tablet or even your phone. The Razer Kishi is a compact portable controller that allows you to start gaming from your phone in just seconds, and right now you can pick it up at a bargain price. 

There is a slightly updated model of this controller, the Razer Kishi V2, which means we're starting to see some nice discounts on the original model. Amazon currently has the iPhone version of the original Razer Kishi on sale for just $45, a new all-time low and a saving of $55 compared to the usual price.

The Razer Kishi is collapsible, so it's easy to toss in your bag and take on the go, and thanks to the adjustable clamp, it's universally compatible with most iPhone models, including the new iPhone 14. It's equipped with an MFi-certified Lightning port and plugs directly into your phone so there's no latency you find like with Bluetooth controllers, and it supports passthrough charging for extended gaming sessions. The controller itself is set up fairly similarly to the Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons, and is equipped with clickable thumbsticks and a D-pad. And while the discount isn't listed, you can also pick up the Android version for $45 right now as well.