New leaks reveal Valve Steam Controller 2 and new Index VR controllers
Mass production could start next year
Nintendo's Switch 2 may turn your smartphone into a controller
Nintendo patent explores options for local multiplayer gaming
The US military is operating weapons and equipment with custom game controllers
Used for demining lasers, guided weapons, turrets, cameras, and other equipment
Microsoft wants you to 'type' with your Xbox controller on Windows 11
A new layout for the on-screen keyboard makes gamepad typing a whole lot easier
Steam's new official controller comes from Hori, arrives this Halloween
Programmable inputs, gyro, Steam quick access button, and more
Something to look forward to: Hori is known for its high-quality console gamepads and has released PC controllers before, but working directly with Valve on an officially licensed pad is somewhat unexpected. Furthermore, this is the first controller Valve has licensed since discontinuing its Steam controller almost five years ago. However, Hori has only confirmed a Japanese release so far.
8BitDo updates gamepads with drift-proof hall-effect analog sticks
New Xbox/PC-compatible pads coming in May and June
An upgraded Sony PS5 DualSense controller with 12-hour battery life may be in the works
A DualSense "V2" has appeared on store pages in various countries
Steam will soon tell you which games natively support PlayStation controllers
Developers can start submitting PlayStation controller support info to the Steamworks API
Microsoft is testing the ability to map keyboard keys to Xbox controller inputs
Alpha and beta channel update available for Xbox and Windows testers
8BitDo opens pre-orders for no-frills Ultimate C gamepads starting under $20
A fan-favorite at a new lower price
8BitDo's accessibility-minded gamepad moves all buttons to the front and makes them easier to push
A reasonably priced alternative to Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller
Patents indicate Apple could be working on its own game controller
EU concept patents show three types of design
Anatomy of a Gamepad
Input devices have a key role in the computing and gaming landscape. Today we'll finish our autopsy of the major input devices by chopping open a classic gamepad: Microsoft's Xbox 360 controller.
I have a confession to make: I've spent several hundred dollars on Steam Controllers... and I'll probably spend more
Over the past 5 years, the Steam Controller has been my go-to device for PC gaming from the couch. I've tried Microsoft's controller, DualShock, DualSense, and even the Switch Pro and none come even close. But then, what went wrong with the Steam Controller?
Steam just added official support for the PS5's DualSense gamepad
Beta users can test it out now
Razer's new 'Wolverine V2' gamepad is optimized for next-gen Xbox gaming
The gamepad boasts enhanced ergonomics and extra features
How to Replace the Battery in a DualShock 4 Controller
Sony's DualShock 4 is a really good controller that can double as your full-time PC gamepad as well. If you have an aging DS4, you may have noticed that it does not hold a charge as long as it once did. In this guide, we'll show you how to save over 70% by replacing your DualShock battery yourself.
Microsoft showcases new low-latency, cross-compatible Xbox Series X controller
Can 'remember' multiple paired devices for easy switching
Corsair is acquiring modular gamepad maker Scuf Gaming
Corsair's business continues to expand
Using a PlayStation 4 controller with your PC or Mac
Microsoft's Xbox controller has been the default gamepad for PC gamers for some time now, but you may prefer Sony's competing --- and also quite good --- DualShock 4 controller. The good news is, you can easily configure it to work on Windows or macOS.
Apple now sells the Xbox Wireless Controller on its website
A rare bit of cooperation between Microsoft and Apple
Hardware Essentials for $50 or Less: Affordable Tech Roundup
It's a common misconception that cost is directly related to how useful a device is. This article focuses on supporting accessories – devices that improve the use of other gadgets, enhance your life or minimize inconveniences. In some instances, they're outright essential.
The Most Memorable Game Controllers from the Last 40 Years
As video games have evolved, so have the ways that we control them. In the very early days, there were just knobs, joysticks and trackballs. Today's controllers have one or two analog joysticks and anywhere from 10 to 12 buttons. Here's our list of the most memorable console and PC controllers over the last four decades.
PlayStation and Xbox controllers most popular among Steam gamers
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