Device Review | Introduction to Interconnected Devices and MG-Link

Device Review x MG-Link

“Once you understand "interconnection",There's no going back.

This is a review entry point where you can check out the Lovense × MG-Link integration, including actual photos, connection procedures, and how to access compatible works.

We have started posting photos of the actual device.
Added a smartphone experience entry point.
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For ages 18 and over. Includes PR/affiliate links. Rather than making definitive statements in the style of personal anecdotes, this review is organized to reduce pre-purchase concerns by using actual product photos and editorial verification notes.

Before Choosing

Are you stopping before you even make a choice?

Interconnected devices can be confusing in terms of type, connection, and usage. That's why Midnight Gate organizes pre-purchase anxieties and post-purchase experiences in the same entry point.

01There are too many types.

Max 2, Gush 2, Domi 2. The differences aren't immediately obvious from the names alone.

02I'm worried about the connection.

Lovense Remote, Intiface, and PC connectivity. It's difficult to see where you might stumble.

03I can't see what happens after I buy it.

It's hard to imagine whether this will end as a standalone product or what changes will occur when it's linked to the game.

After Gate

Transforming reviews into gateways to experiences.

BEFORE

  • I just read the spec sheet and that's it.
  • Safety warnings come first, and my thoughts stop.
  • The game guide is a side note at the end of the article.
AFTER

  • “"Let's first show what will change as a result of the linkage."
  • We will gradually add actual device photos and verification logs to reinforce confidence.
  • Smartphone experience, device verification, and seamlessly linking to related content.

This Page

Even if it's your first time, this is an entry point to understand the interconnected process.

You can check everything from device selection and MG-Link connection to device responsiveness in response to gameplay, all in one step. You can check the points you want to know before purchasing while looking at actual device photos and product descriptions.

Hands-on reviewMax 2

Lovense Max 2 Hands-on Review

Weight, sound, apps, and interface checks are listed, categorized into pre-purchase Q&A, actual device checks, and untested items.

Read the reviews

SetupPC connectivity

Intiface Central Setup Guide

This section outlines common issues related to connecting to a PC, startup, and other potential pitfalls.

In preparation

MG-LinkSimulated experience

MG-Link Smartphone Vibration Experience

Before purchasing the device, you can get a feel for how it works by experiencing a short vibration on your smartphone.

Experience it on this page

Hands-on reviewGush 2

Lovense Gush 2 Hands-on Review

Hands-free functionality, fit, vibration, sound, and MG-Link/Intiface device compatibility are all listed for each aspect of the product's functionality.

Read the reviews

Care

Washing, drying, and storage guide

We'll help you address any concerns you may have after purchasing by providing photos and important points to note.

In preparation

Actual device comparisonMax 2 / Gush 2

Differences between Max 2 and Gush 2

Compare the uses, shape, ease of use, and range of connectivity using actual product photos.

Read the comparison article

Real Device Proof

We reduce pre-purchase anxiety with actual product photos.

You can see the actual product photos, including the size of the box, the texture of the device itself, the charging port, and the app screen—details that are difficult to discern from official images alone. The review will also include connection instructions and important points to know before use.

Lovense Max 2 外箱の実機写真
Outer boxA representative photo that shows the package's appearance and model number.
Lovense Max 2 外箱のサイズ感
SizeThe green border used as a marker has been removed, and the image is displayed in a way that conveys the size of the box.
Lovense Max 2 本体外観の実機写真
Main unit exteriorThe product as it was when unpacked and in its storage state.
Lovense Max 2 マグネット充電端子
charging terminalMagnetic contact point.
Lovense Max 2 LED点灯状態
LEDThe illumination status around the button.
Lovense Max 2 トップ部と端子周辺
Terminal areaFor checking the top section and port layout.
Lovense Max 2 充電状態の実機写真
Charging statusHow it looks when the cable is connected.
Lovense RemoteでMax 2を接続したアプリ画面
Connection app screenVibration is indicated in red, and suction in blue, which allows you to check the output levels (small, medium, and large).

Smartphone Trial

First, try the integration entry point on your smartphone.

This isn't a feature that connects to the game console or PC in real time; it's an entry point to try out "how the game responds when it's synchronized" by opening a page on your smartphone and using the phone's vibration and screen effects.

Android Chrome is recommended.iPhone is all about presentation.Move to your smartphone via QR code

If you are viewing this on a PC, please transfer it to your smartphone first.

Pressing the button on your PC will not work on your smartphone. Please scan the QR code below with your smartphone, open this page on your smartphone, and then press the button.

STEP 1: If viewing on a PC, scan the QR code with your smartphone.
STEP 2: Open this section on your smartphone.
STEP 3: Press the buttons on your smartphone screen to test the response.

スマホでMG-Link疑似体験セクションを開くQRコード

Open on your smartphone

Scan the QR code or open the URL below on your smartphone. Android Chrome may allow you to test the device's vibration. On iPhones, the focus will be on checking the screen response rather than the device's vibration.

URL to open on a smartphone

QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.

Android Chrome may allow you to test the phone's built-in vibration. However, iPhone/iOS Safari may not allow direct control of the phone's vibration from web pages, so a full experience requires the use of a compatible device such as Lovense.
If you are viewing this on a PC, please scan the QR code with your smartphone and press the button on your smartphone. Pressing the button on your PC will not work on your smartphone.

Verification Status

We will be completely honest about the verification process.

Domi 2Confirmation plannedWe are currently checking what kind of play style it is best suited for.
IntifaceProcedure GuidePreparing for PC integration and troubleshooting.
MG-LinkSmartphone experienceWe have released the smartphone user experience flow. When viewing on a PC, the content is shared via QR code on a smartphone. On Android Chrome, the focus is on checking the device's vibration, and on iPhones, it's on-screen.

Three Step Ladder

From a smartphone experience to a fully integrated version.

STEP 0Smartphone vibration experience

You can try out the feeling of synchronization with short vibration patterns even without a device.

STEP 1Interconnected devices

Select candidate devices while looking at actual photos and connection information.

STEP 2Linked game

Proceed to the trial version or compatible titles to learn how to enjoy the linked features.

Linked Game Showcase

I'll try out the linking feature in the Mizuki Rio trial version.

Before buying a device, what you want to know isn't the specs, but "how it responds to different types of games." Midnight Gate provides an entry point where you can check the MG-Link integration process through Rio's demo game.

美月りお 体験版ゲーム Midnight Gate MG-Link 表紙

Mizuki Rio MG-Link Trial Version

This is a short demo where you can experience the reactions of the linked device in accordance with the scenes as you read through Rio's story.

Planned support: Max 2 / Gush 2 / MG-Link. After release, you will be directed to the project page from here.

DLsite product page is under preparation.
View published works category

FAQ

Let's address any anxieties before we even begin.

Can I try it even without a device?

The smartphone vibration experience is an entry point to try out short vibration patterns on compatible devices. It doesn't replace the device's own response, but it allows you to get a feel for how it interacts before purchasing.

Which devices are compatible with the smartphone vibration experience?

Android Chrome is recommended. Custom vibrations from web pages may not work on iPhone/iOS Safari. When viewing on a PC, you can share the QR code to your smartphone and try short vibration patterns from the "Experience on Smartphone" option on your smartphone.

Is it difficult to connect it to a PC?

The Intiface Central guide outlines the setup, startup, and common pitfalls.

Is this a hands-on review?

Yes. The Midnight Gate editorial team has tested the Max 2 and Gush 2 in person, examining their usability and interoperability, and has published the results, separating the scope of testing from environmental differences.

Will you be using official images?

We do not use images without permission. We only post actual photographs or safe visuals for which rights have been verified.

Where are the safety precautions and points to note?

Detailed information on the safety layer and cleaning/storage guide will be provided in the latter half of each review.

Next Action

First, let's take a look at the entry point for the interconnection.

Try out the feel with a smartphone vibration experience, check out the device with actual photos, and then proceed to the compatible works.

Experience it on your smartphone
We are currently preparing a supplier for the device.
View related works