Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This is everything you need to know about controller to get you started, regardless of the game you're playing. Settings, technique, aim assist, hardware. All of it, right here.
This guide covers every setting that actually matters. Deadzone, response curve, sensitivity, aim assist (including the part most players don't know about), ADS sensitivity, and stick technique. Plus the hardware differences that hold most players back without them realizing it.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:09 - Deadzone
0:51 - Response Curve
1:14 - Sensitivity
1:58 - Aim Assist
2:44 - ADS Sensitivity
3:52 - Stick Technique & Live Zone
4:28 - Hardware: TMR Sticks & Hall Effect Triggers
4:54 - GameSir G7 Pro 8K Aimlabs Edition
5:08 - Hand Health
5:30 - Outro
What this guide covers:
Settings:
Deadzone: Set it as low as possible. 5% covers most controllers including ones with stick drift
Response Curve: Start linear so you're training with what your thumb actually does
Sensitivity: How to dial in a number that fits, and why you need to stop retuning every session
Aim Assist: Aim slowdown AND rotational aim assist. Most players only know about one of them
ADS Sensitivity: Why hipfire and ADS need to be tuned separately
Technique:
Live Zone: The range between deadzone and full edge is where smooth aim actually happens
Thumb Position: Tip of the thumb over the edge, not flat, and why the natural lift is useful
Hardware:
Potentiometer sticks have a ceiling and wear down over time
TMR sticks are more precise and durable. Your aim stays consistent after heavy use
Hall Effect triggers respond faster so you don't have to full-press every shot
The GameSir G7 Pro 8K Aimlabs Edition is built around TMR sticks and Hall Effect triggers, made in official collaboration with Aimlabs.
🛒 GET YOURS NOW:
GameSir Official: gamesir.com/collections/pc-controllers/products/gamesir-g7-pro-aimlabs-edition
Amazon: amazon.com/Controller-Joysticks-Dual-Mode-Remappable-Gaming-Console/dp/B0GWJHDCBQ?ref_=ast_sto_dp
JB HI-FI: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/gamesir-g7-pro-8k-aimlabs-edition-wireless-esports-controller
Train your raw stick control with aim assist completely removed: Aimlabs is the FREE aim trainer trusted by over 40 million players worldwide across VALORANT, CS2, Warzone, Apex Legends, Fortnite, and every FPS game.
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Xbox ► xbox.com/en-US/games/store/aimlabs/9P7CM8QNR6QH
PlayStation ► store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10003284
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Reddit → reddit.com/r/aimlab
Twitter/X → twitter.com/aimlab
TikTok → tiktok.com/@aimlabgg
Instagram → instagram.com/aimlab
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This is everything you need to know about controller to get you started, regardless of the game you're playing. Settings, technique, aim assist, hardware. All of it, right here.
This guide covers every setting that actually matters. Deadzone, response curve, sensitivity, aim assist (including the part most players don't know about), ADS sensitivity, and stick technique. Plus the hardware differences that hold most players back without them realizing it.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:09 - Deadzone
0:51 - Response Curve
1:14 - Sensitivity
1:58 - Aim Assist
2:44 - ADS Sensitivity
3:52 - Stick Technique & Live Zone
4:28 - Hardware: TMR Sticks & Hall Effect Triggers
4:54 - GameSir G7 Pro 8K Aimlabs Edition
5:08 - Hand Health
5:30 - Outro
What this guide covers:
Settings:
Deadzone: Set it as low as possible. 5% covers most controllers including ones with stick drift
Response Curve: Start linear so you're training with what your thumb actually does
Sensitivity: How to dial in a number that fits, and why you need to stop retuning every session
Aim Assist: Aim slowdown AND rotational aim assist. Most players only know about one of them
ADS Sensitivity: Why hipfire and ADS need to be tuned separately
Technique:
Live Zone: The range between deadzone and full edge is where smooth aim actually happens
Thumb Position: Tip of the thumb over the edge, not flat, and why the natural lift is useful
Hardware:
Potentiometer sticks have a ceiling and wear down over time
TMR sticks are more precise and durable. Your aim stays consistent after heavy use
Hall Effect triggers respond faster so you don't have to full-press every shot
The GameSir G7 Pro 8K Aimlabs Edition is built around TMR sticks and Hall Effect triggers, made in official collaboration with Aimlabs.
🛒 GET YOURS NOW:
GameSir Official: gamesir.com/collections/pc-controllers/products/gamesir-g7-pro-aimlabs-edition
Amazon: amazon.com/Controller-Joysticks-Dual-Mode-Remappable-Gaming-Console/dp/B0GWJHDCBQ?ref_=ast_sto_dp
JB HI-FI: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/gamesir-g7-pro-8k-aimlabs-edition-wireless-esports-controller
Train your raw stick control with aim assist completely removed: Aimlabs is the FREE aim trainer trusted by over 40 million players worldwide across VALORANT, CS2, Warzone, Apex Legends, Fortnite, and every FPS game.
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
🎮 GET AIMLABS (FREE)
Steam ► store.steampowered.com/app/714010/Aimlabs
Epic Games ► store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/aimlabs
Xbox ► xbox.com/en-US/games/store/aimlabs/9P7CM8QNR6QH
PlayStation ► store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10003284
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
📱 FOLLOW AIMLABS
Discord → discord.com/invite/aimlab
Reddit → reddit.com/r/aimlab
Twitter/X → twitter.com/aimlab
TikTok → tiktok.com/@aimlabgg
Instagram → instagram.com/aimlab
YouTube → youtube.com/@Aimlab
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