ASUS ROG Tessen controller review: Know when to fold ‘em

ASUS made the conscious decision to only support Android devices with the ROG Tessen, which makes it hard to recommend when there are plenty of superior cross-platform controllers available.

ASUS ROG Tessen controller folded in my hand

The beauty of the ASUS ROG Tessen is that it is designed for portability. Where most of the best gaming controllers have a fixed shape that stretches outwards to wraparound your smartphone, the ROG Tessen folds as well.

It’s an ingenious solution to the bulkiness problem other models face, but it’s not perfect. ASUS has made several compromises with the ROG Tessen, and price wasn’t one of them.

So, does this compact controller pack enough punch to justify its price tag? Or is it just a fancy gimmick? Let's find out.