The X4’s detachable design allows for multiple configurations. Players can use the controller in its entirety for a traditional experience or detach it into single-handed controllers for a more ...

As controllers continue to become more advanced in pursuit of competition-level gaming, those who prefer to stick to the sidelines may not be as interested in top-of-the-line options. Some gamers may ...

From Xbox to Nintendo, gamepads tend to have a similar set of face buttons. A, B, X, and Y are the choice de rigueur. Early consoles like the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) used A and B buttons, ...

John Bonelli is a news writer for Game Rant who's been writing about video games since 2017. He fell in love with gaming upon playing Fallout 3 for the first time in 2013; it's still his favorite ...

The Razer Kishi Ultra is essentially a modified Razer Wolverine V2 controller cut in half with an expandable middle section to slot in a phone or tablet. Its design reminds me a lot of the PlayStation ...

Three teams of RIT new media students showcase alternative controller experiences at alt.ctrl.GDC Game Developers Conference exhibit in San Francisco.

While the PS5's DualSense controller was widely mocked for its chonky design back in 2020, it's become something of a fan favourite in the intervening years, thanks to its ergonomic feel. The upgraded ...

We have to hand it to Atari for keeping it simple but functional early on. A lot of competing consoles around now tried to get crazy with controllers, adding things like number pads and spinning dials ...

A new prototype video games controller has been produced by a US research team that "pulls and stretches" the thumb tips to simulate sensations, such as the "recoil of a gun" or "tug of a fishing line ...

The Phase is a new gaming mouse from startup Pixelpaw Labs, and it features a unique design that splits in two, transforming it into a game controller.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Over time, video game controllers have gone through many iterations, although specific alterations depend on the manufacturer. For instance, ...

GameBaby from Bitmo Lab is both an iPhone case and a game controller. Combined with the Delta retro game emulator, the accessory’s clever design allows you to play classic games on your phone with ...