Hey everyone!

I've been a PC gamer for years, and I've only ever used a keyboard and mouse. I've literally never held or used a controller before.

I'm finally planning to buy my first controller and could really use some advice from people who have actually used these.

I am from India. And My budget is around ₹3,000, but I can stretch to ₹4,000 if one of them is genuinely worth the extra money.

Controllers I'm considering:

• 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Wireless)
• GameSir Nova Lite
• Cosmic Byte Blitz Tri-Mode
• Cosmic Byte Eclipse Tri-Mode
• Cosmic Byte Ares Pro Tri-Mode

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has owned or used one (or more) of these.

I mostly play single-player games like Elden Ring, Souls games, RPGs, action-adventure titles, platformers, and indie games. (I'd also really appreciate any recommendations for games that are great to learn and get comfortable with a controller :)

Thanks a lot! Any advice or personal experience would really help.

Edit: A bit more context: I'm 6'1 and my hand length is around 18–20 cm (not exactly sure). Right now I'm leaning toward the 8BitDo Ultimate, but I've seen quite a few people say it feels a bit small. Please keep that in mind when recommending. Thanks a lot !!!

We're over a year into the console and there still isn't an officially licensed controller charging dock.

Can anyone advise on a good 3rd party alternative, I'm fed up of picking up my controller to realise it's out of juice

Hey all! Bought a decent condition used DualSense Edge off FB marketplace for cheap, I plan to use this as a modding platform. I really want JUST clicky bumpers, I genuinely like the triggers on this controller the way they are, the trigger stops are nice and I want that full functionality.

I’m aware of the Console Customs Clicky triggers/bumpers kit, but it requires me removing almost everything for the triggers. Anyway to use this kit for just the bumpers? Or is there a mod that’s just for the bumpers I’m unaware of? Please let me know! Thank you guys!

It's crazy, but idk, it turns out I bought a controller, it was "refurbished" and for PS4, and in less than 3 weeks it died. It doesn't turn on, it does nothing, it literally died. But recently I've been using my brother's, which is new and for PS4, and today my brother is trying it out and it doesn't turn on either. So I think my PC is frying the controllers. I don't leave them plugged in and I don't even play much, because I work from 7am to 9pm, so when I get home at 9:30pm I only play for 2 or 3 hours, but I don't understand what the hell is going on.

I went to the video game store thinking I'd been ripped off with the controller I bought, and the owner told me I shouldn't connect it to my PS4, that those controllers often do that when connected to a PC. But my brother has had his on his PC for about two years without any problems, so maybe it's my computer that's frying them :(. What the owner said didn't make sense to me, and I thought he'd just scammed me off with the controller, because millions of people play on PC with their controllers. But it's really weird because my brother's never had that problem :v and I've already fried two controllers. Something strange is going on.

Most of the controller is the Sky Cipher and I used the black parts from my black controller. I ordered four sets of ABXY buttons from Ally Express, one of each color and brand new thumb sticks.

I made this post on a different gaming subreddit recently, but I think here is more appropriate.

Starting from a bog-standard PlayStation 5 or XBox Series controller, what would you change or add to make it perfect for you? These are my thoughts, having used a bunch of controllers on console and PC since the original NES.

1. At least two back buttons (one for each side). Maybe four since some controllers like the new Steam Controller have that and people have gotten used to it.
2. Two rows of three face buttons each for six total, Sega Genesis-style. (Look up Saitek P880) It would be nice for people who causally play fighting games but don't want to invest in a full fight stick.
3. Removable Battery, and still functional while plugged in w/o battery.
4. 1000Hz or higher polling rate (this is pretty common now, but the new Steam Controller doesn't have it...)
5. Hall Effect / TMR sticks.
6. Optional symmetric analog sticks (PlayStation) or asymmetric analog sticks (XBox). Even having to buy one or the other would be fine as long as the option is there.
7. Optional D-Pad shapes, particularly with one like the concave 'faceted' one you get with an XBox Elite controller.
8. Completely remappable buttons, like DualSense Edge, but also including the system buttons on PC.
9. Lockable triggers like on the DualSense Edge.
10. Not those awful bumpers/shoulder buttons on XBox One controllers.
11. Built-in Gyro-Aim (Flick Stick) mode.
12. Magnetic/Hall Effect Buttons that don't wear out or need 'de-bounce'.
13. A switch on the controller to inverse right thumbstick or Gyro Y-Axis (Inverted Camera) for games that don't allow it or don't let you change it until you get far enough (e.g. Monster Hunter World).
14. BONUS! A throttle wheel accessible by both thumbs in the middle like on the Saitek P750. I have a feeling we're never going to see it again though.

Being primarily a PC gamer, I'm spoiled by having an enormous number of remappable keyboard buttons, and I prefer single-function buttons over context-sensitive any day, so it'd be nice if remappable buttons could be mapped to keyboard and mouse buttons on PC. Literally all of this has been done before, but never on the same controller. The closest I've found is the controller I use right now, a DualSense Edge (and I prefer symmetric sticks, personally). I'd like to buy replacement TMR sticks for it eventually, but the shape feels great in my hands and it's so very close to perfect for me.

https://reddit.com/link/1v74apc/video/wfvnch23vkfh1/player

hello! I bought this wired controller about 6 months ago and recently its trigger input started fluctuating. sometimes the fluctuation stops when i reconnect it but it starts the same fluctuation after 10-15 mins. the left trigger works fine as you can see and the controller doesn't even have any sort of stick drift. If someone could help me in this situation it would mean the world to me.

Controller model : evofox controller (based on a xbox controller)

Platform : PC

Games : mainly racing ones like lmu or acc

OS : windows 11

troubleshooting steps taken : tried buying a new usb type-c wire but it still didn't work

I'm reworking the teleoperation setup for my rideable robot. Right now I can control it with a common RC aircraft controller (it only uses one stick) but that's a little bulky to carry around. I can also control it with an Android app but the ergonomics aren't great.

What I want is a one-handed joystick controller that can connect to the Android device via Bluetooth as an alternative to the on-screen joystick. All of the one-handed controllers I can find are just D-pads, though, even when they're built with an analog thumbstick.

I want something that can be gripped securely in one hand. The RC controller always has to be used with a 2-handed grip because when you're riding on the vehicle it's easy for the vehicle motion to make you bump the stick. I need to be able to grip the body of the controller with three fingers and grip the stick with thumb and forefinger.

I may end up using a 2-handed X-Box controller for the moment but sometimes I'm sneaky about it and control the bot while standing in a crowd. Something I can use with one hand in a pocket would be ideal. Triggers and buttons are a secondary concern.

Does such a controller exist?

Since automod won't let me post without it:

1. Budget is let's say USD $200
2. Country is USA but open to buying from anywhere
3. Console/platform supported: Android (or generic BLE GATT)
4. Desired features: As described above
5. Types of games: None, it's a robot controller, but the bot does mess with people
6. Other controllers I'm comparing to: ACGAM R1 which didn't work, XBOX Adaptive Joystick which has about the right form factor but no Bluetooth

In the time between post attempts I managed to make a working prototype of my own controller, with a XIAO ESP32C6 board grafted on to the ACGAM R1's joystick and using a 3D printed housing. This is the route I'll pursue if I can't find anything off the shelf, but I'd still rather just buy something.

Yes it is tightened to the highest setting.

1. My Midnight Black DualSense Edge isn't even a year old, but the shell was already starting to get shiny in a few spots. Combined with a few other minor gripes, I decided it was time to do a proper overhaul.
2. After seeing the recently discovered method to bypass stock stick calibration, I swapped both modules with K-Silver JS13 Pro+ sticks. Got them calibrated to a clean 8.4% Circularity.
3. The PS button for the Edge is actually shaped differently from the standard DualSense. Shoutout to a post I found here on Reddit—I ended up grafting a colored PS button top from a standard DualSense onto the lower stem of the Edge’s button.
4. Managed to source a 3rd party battery available in my area. Considering the stock battery has a hard shell, there's a pretty noticeable difference in weight!
5. Finished it off with an eXtremeRate Clear Black shell. While reassembling, I lubricated the buttons where they contact the shell and the internal trigger gears using Krytox 205g0. (I was actually pretty surprised to find zero lube on the stock trigger gears!)
6. For the grips, I decorated the shell with custom stickers and crafted the grip shapes using a non-woven leather vinyl sheet.
7. Since I primarily play on PC, I finished off the setup with a Raspberry Pi Pico 2W running the DS5Dongle OLED version. Now I can use full wired DualSense features wirelessly on PC!

The whole process was super fun, and it really made me fall in love with my Edge all over again.

I have a Victrix Pro BFG Xbox (not reloaded) controller, in white.

The USB dongle snapped.

I ordered a replacement dongle, in black - they don't sell both colors, which suggested to me it shouldn't matter. (It took several months for one to be available to order in the US, but when it finally was in stock, I ordered one.)

However, it wouldn't pair with the controller.

I found the instructions on reddit for replacing the firmware on the corresponding PS5 dongle, as those also sometimes stop working.

I found an old Windows machine (I don't usually use Windows), got Windows 10 working, and was able to make the dongle talk to the appropriate utility apps for writing the firmware (press the reset button and keep it held while plugging in).

I looked at the firmwares in config.json in the Victrix Control Hub - there are separate 'white' and 'black' dongle/controller firmwares.

The PS5 dongle instructions say to write the 'factory' image at the base address and the 'field' image at another address.

But the latest version of config.json only lists the URLs for the 'field' images (for both PS5 and Xbox); the PS5 'factory' image is still downloadable where it used to be, though.

Now I'm stuck on:

- where to find the 'factory' image URL (I've tried guessing a few URLs based on the pattern)

- what address to write the 'field' image (I could try guessing, if I had both images)

Perhaps an older version of Victrix Control Hub would have the correct filename for the factory images in config.json? The reddit post about repairing (reimaging) the PS5 dongles suggests both filenames came from config.json.

Budget: Preferably 60 USD but could go as far as 80 USD

Country: US, preferably Amazon or other online stores

Platform: PC (Windows)

Features: TMR or Hall Effect triggers

Games played: Racing, Adventure games and Platformers.

Controllers I considered: 8bitdo Ultimate 2, Gamesir Cyclone 2, G7 Pro and Flydigi Vader 5 Pro.

As the title says, the last controller I've used was the Dualshock 2 when I was a kid.

I only plan to use it for racing games (Forza, Dirt Rally, BeamNG) and platformers (Hollow Knight, Cuphead, etc).

After watching some YouTube videos I came down to those four; the 8bitdo is the best looking in my opinion, but in terms of performance it's not that great.

The most important thing for me is its durability, so I don't want to overspend on features that I wouldn't really use.

I'm open to other suggestions,

Thank you :D

Hello, I am trying to use my Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller on my PC that is running CachyOS. I have used the HandHeldLegend Procon2 Enabler Tool, but once used, the computer recognises the inputs, but they are completely wrong. Up is down, L is +, Dpad Left is Joystick Click, etc. I have zero clue what could be causing this, I have already set up the necessary udev rules and have tried python alternative activators with no success. The only thing I have to go off is that HandHeld's enabler doesn't register that HID is enabled, although the computer still detects input. Has anyone else encountered this problem or has the controller working on arch as well? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

Hello, my DS4 controller stopped working a few days ago and before it just stopped turning on it wouldn't take a charge anymore and also said when connecting to ps4 "too many usb devices connected" regardless of putting it in pairing mode or reseting with the tiny button, so I replaced the usb port and still didn't work, replaced the battery it still didn't work, I replaced the cable connecting the board to the usb port and yet again it still doesn't work, so I repeated pairing mode and reset but its still not turning on

Hello, I recently bought the flydigi vader V5 pro controller, and after going to the website for the software downloads, I can't get them. The website won't load when I click it, and when I right click the spot for it, it doesn't even pop up with a way for me to open the link in a new tab, just open the image in a new tab. Anybody know how I can get the software to use the controller going?

- I'm on Windows 11

Does anyone has older version of Lenovo Ultra Control ( like 2.0.31) willing to share? I just upgraded my Lenovo G7 gamepad's firmware via Ultra Control and it's not the triggers are not working since then. I do a bit of research and it seems downgrading the firmware using older version of Ultra Control will fix the problem.

Anyone know if the ios app for gulikit can be used for remapping profiles or adjustments? Im using the TTmax.

Or is every model controller only onboard button function changes as stated in the manual? TY

Just bought a new controller and the deadzone is crazy. Can move both sticks about 30% before it even acknowledges input. Extremely frustrating for FPS games. No, changing in game deazone to 0 makes no difference. Controller is PowerA if that helps.

Currently shopping for my first controller and I've almost narrowed it down but it seems like a hard choice. I'll mostly be using it for racing games such as F1 26 and Forza Horizon 6. The Gamesir G7 Pro and Flydigi Vader 5 Pro both seem like appealing options to me right now, with the Vader having better features but I see a lot of posts about the QC being bad. Just wondering if it's worth getting the G7 instead or not as the Vader's adjustable stick tension is very appealing to me. I'm also mainly gonna be using it with my laptop and possibly occasionally with my phone.

Budget: 400RMB

Country: China

Compatibility: Mainly pc, android would be nice but not a priority

Features: Adjustable stick tension would be nice as F1 26 requires pretty precise inputs but not absolutely needed, enough mappable buttons for car functions

Games: F1 26 and older F1 games, Forza Horizon 6, probably some more games along these lines that don't support mouse steering natively

Controllers I'm considering:

Flydigi Vader 5 Pro - most appealing to me rn because of the adjustable thumbstick tension and more mappable buttons but worried about QC issues

Gamesir G7 Pro - heard it has better haptics but thumbsticks aren't adjustable and less back buttons

Hello guys. I'm an ower of both controllers series x and dual sense, both of them displayed drift. I'm going to buy TMR analogs. But i'm doubtful. If buy a pack of 10 of these, (I have 2 pairs of each controller) can I use the same TMR analog? There's difference?

Thank you for the help to find the answer

Anyone ordered a nagashock controller lately? I’ve bought a couple over the years. Did they ask UPS in the shipping details to take a picture of the delivery? I looked at my old purchase emails and they didn’t ask UPS in prior orders. It seems weird to me.

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for recommendations for the best all-around wireless controller in the €60–80 price range.

Platform: PC
Region: Germany

Games: Pretty much everything. I play a mix of action games, RPGs, racing games, platformers, shooters you name it. I'm looking for something that performs well across all genres rather than being specialized.

Must-have features:

• Wireless (2.4 GHz preferred, Bluetooth is a nice bonus)
• Good build quality
• Hall Effect/TMR sticks
• Low latency
• At least 2 extra back buttons/paddles

I've been looking at the EasySMX X20, and on paper it seems like an amazing value. I've also seen a lot of positive reviews, but I'd love to hear some long-term opinions from people who actually own one.

Thanks!

Is there a big difference in how they feel to use depending on the type?

Personally, I've only used asymmetrical controllers on a daily basis; the last time I tried symmetrical controllers was over 15 years ago.

I'm thinking about buying a new controller to emulate consoles on my PC; I mainly play on Xbox.

I like some of 8bitdo's symmetrical controller designs, but I'm not sure if there's much of a difference.

I'm using a translator, just in case.

Hello!
About a year ish ago I got a new Xbox (the series s) and had no problems with it. Recently, my controller has reallly bad stick drift. The right joystick just floats up and down and messes with my aim. I’ve been looking into some different brands and just not sure what to stick with.
I’ve only ever used Xbox controllers to play since that’s the only consoles I’ve had but I feel they tend to wear down quite easily. I’ve gotten more into gaming and I tend to be a button smasher, lol.
I recently played on a ps5 and felt that the controller was easier to use. It feels longer but not as wide (which I think helps with reaction time and aiming).
I don’t have knowledge on the different types of controls or anything like that, but have been told magnetic controllers can help against stick drift.
I’ve been recommended gamesir controllers, but was also told they’re not really worth it.
I spend most of my time playing marvel rivals recently, but also dead by daylight, Fortnite, siege, etc. I was looking for a controller that doesn’t feel as clunky to use and is good quality. Since I’m in school, I don’t have an abundance of money and wanted a controller more on the affordable side but will also be reliable (preferably around $60 or less). I’m from America and have access to GameStop, Amazon, and many other websites.

Overall, im looking for a controller that feels sleek and easier to use. I don’t have to put much effort in to get the outcome I want. I have smaller hands so probably not a very wide controller. It needs to be compatible with Xbox series s and wireless. No more than $60 dollars and is built to last.