One of the PlayStation 5's biggest selling points was, unusually, its controller. Though it wasn't a revolution like the Nintendo Wii, the DualSense's added haptics and fancy triggers do really change ...

Some games are better played with a controller than using a keyboard and mouse. For example, I would always prefer to use either a PS5 or Xbox controller when playing NBA 2K23 over a keyboard and ...

The chasm between PC and console gaming has slimmed down in recent years to nothing more than a fine line, and even that line is disappearing. Gaming laptops, for example, are console-like in many ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Playing video games is a hobby that many people enjoy, and there have never been as many options for play as there are today. Back in the day, ...

We'll start with the easiest way to connect an Xbox controller to the PC and that's via a wired USB connection. Plug the USB cable into the computer. Plug the other end into the Xbox controller. Push ...

Cross-platform play is the new normal, and gamers often switch between consoles and PCs to enjoy their favorite games. While you could use a dedicated controller for each gaming platform, if you're ...

It might seem counterintuitive, but these PC games are much better if you use a controller instead of the old mouse and ...

After covering 8BitDo’s Pro 2 Controller last year, I genuinely thought that was probably the best third-party pad we were going to get for a while. Well, it looks like I was wrong about that. The ...

Connecting a controller or gamepad to a PC is a very easy process. To play Diablo Immortal with a gamepad on a PC, connect through a USB. Your PC will detect the controller, and you can easily play ...

The number of wireless controllers now available is enough to overwhelm anyone on the hunt for a new piece of gaming gear. The decision ultimately comes down to what controller feels the most ...

PC gaming stands out as one of the most versatile ways to play due to the wide range of control methods at your disposal. Also, you can tweak the hardware based on your gaming needs, allowing you to ...