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GameSir Nova Lite — Reset

Quick answer

Button combo

RESET pinhole (back) — hold ~5s

Steps

  1. 1Find the small RESET pinhole on the back of the controller.
  2. 2Insert a straightened paperclip or SIM tool and press the recessed button.
  3. 3Hold for about 5 seconds to force the controller to power off.
  4. 4Power back on and re-pair using the combo for your platform.

LED states

  • LED off—Forced power-off / reset done
  • Blink (any mode color)—Ready to re-pair after power-on
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: gamesir.com

There is no button-combo reset on the Nova Lite — it has a physical RESET pinhole on the back. Press it with a paperclip for about 5 seconds to force a power-off when the controller is frozen or unresponsive; this clears the current state so you can power on and re-pair. Use a blunt tool, not a needle, to avoid damaging the internal switch.

FAQ

Where is the reset button?
It is a recessed pinhole on the back of the controller. Press it with a thin tool such as a paperclip or SIM-eject pin.
Reset didn't fix a glitch — what next?
After the reset, re-pair from scratch, and if problems persist update the controller (and dongle) firmware.

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