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GuliKit KingKong 2 Pro — Mode switch

Quick answer

Button combo

Mode (hold ~2s) — cycles XInput·Switch·Mobile·DirectInput

Steps

  1. 1Power on with a single Mode press.
  2. 2Hold the Mode button ~2s to cycle to the next working mode.
  3. 3Choose XInput for modern Windows games, DirectInput for older PC games/sims, Switch for Nintendo Switch, Mobile for Android/iOS.
  4. 4The working-mode indicator shows the active mode.
  5. 5Pair (or re-pair) after switching so the host sees the correct protocol.

LED states

  • working-mode indicator lit—Active working mode (per the on-pad indicator)
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: gulikit.com

The KingKong 2 Pro switches working modes by holding the Mode button for about 2 seconds, cycling through XInput, Switch, Mobile and DirectInput. XInput is the default for modern Windows titles; DirectInput suits older PC games and simulators; Switch is for the console; Mobile covers Android and iOS (where it appears as an Xbox controller). Pick the mode before pairing — pairing in the wrong mode is the most common cause of a host not recognizing the inputs. The exact LED color per mode is not clearly documented and should be confirmed on the unit.

FAQ

How many modes are there?
Four: XInput, Switch, Mobile and DirectInput. Hold Mode ~2s to cycle between them.
Which mode for Steam / modern PC games?
XInput. Use DirectInput only for older games or simulators that need the legacy protocol.

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