Comparison

Amico Controller vs Micros by TSL

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Amico Controller

Transform your smart device into a game controller for immersive couch multiplayer experiences. Connect wirelessly to a console or home app to play with friends and family. Offers various sign-in options and customizable controller settings.

Highlights
  • Turns smart devices into game controllers
  • Wi-Fi network connectivity
  • Touchscreen for game-specific controls
  • Microphone and speaker support
  • Multiple player sign-in options
  • In-game menu and options
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Experience the joy of “couch play” multiplayer gaming with your family and friends! Requirements There are three components required to enjoy games on Amico Home: 1. This FREE Amico Controller app – turns smart devices into Amico game controllers. 2. An Amico Console or the FREE Amico Home app which turns a compatible smart device into an Amico Console. 3. A Wi-Fi network shared by all participating devices. Amico Controller Features Please see the screenshots for the appearance of the features described here. • Disc – directional input for gameplay and menu navigation. • Touchscreen – displays the controller’s menus as well as game-specific information, controls, and menus. • Menu Button – open/close the controller options menu on the touchscreen. It also pauses/resumes gameplay. • Action Buttons – games-specific functions and selecting highlighted menu items on the “console” device. • Speaker – some games play sound effects through your controller device’s speaker. • Microphone – some games ask you to record your voice through your controller device’s microphone for in-game content. Sign-In Menu When you launch the Amico Controller app, it automatically connects over your Wi-Fi network to the device running the Amico Home app. Then it shows the sign-in menu which presents four ways for you to sign in as a player: 1. Create a new resident account – enter your player nickname, preferred language and optional account password (and password hint). 2. Choose from a list of previously created resident accounts. 3. Use a guest account – type in your player guest nickname. 4. Use an anonymous guest account – it assigns you the name of “Player1”, or “Player2”, etc. A resident account preserves your account information and controller preferences between sessions; a guest account does not. In no case is your information sent over the Internet or stored on cloud servers. Options Menu Press the little menu button to open the controller’s option menu on the touchscreen area. This action pauses game play if a game is in active play (i.e. not on a game menu). Resume game play by pressing the menu button again to close the options menu. The options menu offerings vary depending on the current state of play and whether you are signed in or not and connected to the Amico Home console device or not. Only options that are currently applicable are shown to keep the menu streamlined. Important Options Menu Items • Sign Out – sign out of the current signed-in player account and return to the controller Sign-In menu. • Game Menu – Exit active gameplay and return to the game’s main menu. • Amico Home – Exit a game completely and return everyone to the Amico Home app. • Settings (Gear) – a submenu of various settings options to customize your controller and gameplay experience. • Rotation Lock/Unlock – a toggle that locks and unlocks the ability for the controller UI to rotate when you rotate the controller to different orientations. A user-friendly feature of Amico Controllers is the ability to rotate it for left-handed or right-handed comfort. Some games may restrict the controller UI to only landscape or only portrait orientations due to demands of their touchscreen displays. But within those restrictions you are free to rotate the controller 180 degrees to change which side has the Disc and which side has the touch screen. The touchscreen UI and Disc directions will automatically adjust to the new orientation (unless you have locked rotation, see above). “Amico” is a trademark of Intellivision Entertainment, LLC.

About

Micros by TSL

Features
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Bite-sized stories. Big entertainment. Micros by TSL is the official microdrama app by TSL Media Group, bringing together our complete collection of original microdramas and short films in one place. Enjoy our full library of productions on your phone, anytime and anywhere. Tired of long, boring shows? Want to enjoy intense, addictive stories that fit your busy lifestyle? Micros by TSL delivers premium short-form entertainment designed for today's fast-paced world. Now streaming exclusively: One Year Love, an original microdrama series from TSL. Follow the emotional highs and lows of love, relationships, and unexpected twists—available only on Micros by TSL. Whether you're commuting, taking a quick break, or relaxing at home, dive into captivating stories that fit into just a few minutes. Why you'll love Micros by TSL: - Exclusive original series, including One Year Love by TSL - Short, binge-worthy episodes you can watch anytime, anywhere - A growing collection of romance, drama, comedy, suspense, and more - Regularly updated with new episodes and fresh content - Seamlessly continue watching from where you left off Every episode is crafted to deliver maximum entertainment in minimum time, making it easier than ever to enjoy compelling stories wherever you are. Download Micros by TSL today and enjoy the complete collection of TSL original microdramas and short films, including One Year Love, exclusively on the app. This version avoids repeating "anytime, anywhere" too often and naturally incorporates the "official app" and "full collection" messaging. It also reads more like an App Store description.

Screenshots

Amico Controller4 screens
Micros by TSL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Micros by TSL at every 9 days against Amico Controller's every 3 months. Amico Controller's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Amico Controller ships an update every 3 months, Micros by TSL every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Amico Controller versus Micros by TSL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAmico ControllerMicros by TSL
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (17 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB62 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperIntellivisionBICI Games

In-app purchases

None

Amico Controller

No in-app purchases

None

Micros by TSL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Amico Controller free?
Amico Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Micros by TSL free?
Micros by TSL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Amico Controller or Micros by TSL have ads?
Neither Amico Controller nor Micros by TSL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Amico Controller or Micros by TSL?
Amico Controller ships an update every 3 months, and Micros by TSL every 9 days. Most recently, Amico Controller was updated on September 26, 2026 and Micros by TSL on October 5, 2026.

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