Gyro Aiming
Using a handheld's built-in motion sensor to fine-tune aim with small wrist movements, layered on top of stick input.
Gyro aiming uses the accelerometer and gyroscope built into a handheld to track small rotations of the device itself, translating them into fine cursor or camera movement. Rather than replacing the analog stick, it is typically used alongside it: the stick handles broad turns while gyro adds mouse-like precision for the final aim adjustment, a technique popularized by consoles and widely supported on PC via Steam Input.
Because it relies on physically tilting the whole device, gyro works best on lighter handhelds and can feel awkward on very large or heavy ones where holding a steady precise angle is more tiring.
Why it matters when buying
If you play shooters and want console-style precision aiming without a mouse, confirm the handheld has a gyroscope (most do) and check community Steam Input configs for your favorite titles. It is a free feature once present in hardware, so it rarely factors into a buying decision on its own but is a nice bonus for FPS players.