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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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.

Backbone One USB-C game controller adds real buttons, sticks and triggers to the newest iPhone models, and Androids too. This is second-generation version of the wrap-around gaming accessory that’s ...

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 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, ...

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 ...

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 ...