controllers

If you're looking for some new Zelda-themed accessories to go alongside The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, accessory manufacturer PDP has a new assortment of controllers and carrying cases up for grabs. All five of the new Zelda products are officially licensed by Nintendo, but they are themed after Breath of the Wild rather than Tears of the Kingdom.The three controllers all offer back paddle buttons, adjustable volume controls, a 3.5mm jack, and a compact form factor. One of the…

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is out now and it’s receiving rave reviews from critics and fans alike. While there’s a lot to love, the Switch sequel does have one sticking point: its complicated controls. Like Breath of the Wild, Link’s latest adventure requires fans to do a lot of button juggling as they swap weapons, shields, items, abilities, and more on the fly. Tears of the Kingdom is even more complicated than its predecessor, as some of its new features require players to press and hold a button…

The Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller is on sale for $105 at Amazon. Regularly priced at $130, this is a nice discount for those who are looking for a new Xbox controller. All customers get free shipping, but, naturally, Prime members will receive the controller sooner. The Elite Series 2 Core controller released last fall as a budget alternative to the standard Elite Series 2. However, the Core version does not come with any of the attachments, though they can be purchased separately.This means you…

If you're looking for a new Xbox or PC controller, one of the best options is currently on sale for $26 at Amazon. The 8BitDo Ultimate features remappable back buttons and other customization features that give it a lot of versatility, especially at this price. The Ultimate recently received a price cut from $45 to $35 at Amazon. Even at the new $35 price, the Ultimate offers great value. For $26, it's a steal. If Amazon sells out, you can grab it for $28 at Best Buy. 8BitDo UltimateThe only…

The best Xbox controller in 2023 isn't really a surprise. The first-party Xbox Wireless Controller has held the top spot on our list since the Xbox One era, and that probably won't change during the Xbox Series X|S lifecycle either. Similarly, the best premium Xbox controller is still the superb Elite Series 2--though now there are a few different models to choose from. Having said all that, there are a bunch of truly great third-party Xbox controllers that are worth checking out, especially if you're…

Even if you play games on PC, sometimes you just want to use gaming controllers instead of the trusty old keyboard and mouse combo, as they can provide the best experience. Sure, it might depend on the type of game you’re playing, or the game specifically.But, chances are many players out there will have at least one game on PC that is simply better suited for gaming controllers. And if you’re playing on console, well then that’s almost always your best option. For mobile, it’s either a controller or touch controls.…

Like Amazon, Microsoft is throwing its own spring sales event and offering discounts on a range of tech. However, while many of Amazon’s deals have since expired, Microsoft’s sale has only just begun and will last through April 20th. Right now, for instance, you could potentially save hundreds on some of Microsoft’s newest laptops, including the Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5. Even better, some retailers like Best Buy are matching Microsoft’s prices.It’s not all laptops, though; Microsoft is also offering some great…

Amazon is currently running a great promotion on Razer's Star Wars-themed Xbox controllers. If you're a big fan of the galaxy far, far away, you may be interested to know that the Mandalorian, Boba Fett, and Stormtrooper controllers are on sale for their lowest prices yet. All three officially licensed controllers are discounted to $120 (down from $180). Each controller comes with a matching charging stand, too. You can check out the Star Wars controllers below.Side note: If you're more of a Marvel fan,…

Apple’s mixed-reality headset is due to launch this June at the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), and a freshly published patent hints at some of the controllers Apple might offer with the device. But there are some major caveats that could prevent these accessories from ever seeing the light of day. The patent (number 20230096068) describes how Apple could create a handheld controller with a “torque feedback mechanism” to provide immersive physical responses while using a mixed-reality headset. That…

Netflix might have started (or is at least looking to start) testing games for TV, based on code within its app that developer Steve Moser has shared with Bloomberg. Moser reportedly found hidden code referencing games played on television, as well as additional code that indicates the possibility of being able to use phones as controllers to play them. One line from within the app apparently reads: "A game on your TV needs a controller to play. Do you want to use this phone as a game controller?" Moser also previously…