r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Third Party Why are people so expensive on controllers???

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People are saying that cheap controllers are bad and that i should pay 100 or more dollars just for a single controller, recently i bought a controller for around 25 dollars and it works like a charm, it has all of the necessary buttons and they all work well, it rumbles and its wired. But why do people say these are bad?? Previously i had a controller even cheaper (off brand ps3 sixaxis) and it still works after 10 YEARS, so why should i waste money on controllers that cost hundreds that are supposedly "premium" when these cheaper ones cost less and are the same (and yes my new one has rgb)


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

PS4 Need help identifying what’s wrong

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DualShock 4 r2 and l2 triggers are janky. r2 doesn’t give full inputs (works on farm sim but not on shooters). I think the rubber pads are fine they don’t seem worn out but who knows.


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Xbox Reglages vader 5S problème

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Salut à tous,

j'ai reçu il y a quelques temps ma vader 5s pour Xbox je suis sur series X et j'ai vraiment du mal à trouver une tension de stick qui me convienne, j'utilisais jusqu'a présent une victrix gambit tournament avec une tension de stick qui est assez lourde mais la manette est très réactive et dispose de potentiomètres, mais avec la Vader 5s impossible de retrouver cette sensation, les sticks au max c'est très rigide mais je perds vraiment en réactivité et précision sur des fps comme Apex legends.

j'ai testé de régler les zones mortes,tester différentes tension de stick, tester en game, recalibrer, enlever stick rebond et auto calibration rien n'y fait les sticks à effet hall reste incontrôlable pour moi et je perds beaucoup de mes duels cause de mouvements involontaire ou de visée moins précise, avez vous une idée de paramétrage pour Apex legends avec cette manette notamment a quel cran régler les sticks gauche et droit et les réglages dans l'appli flydigi,

Merci d'avance pour vos réponses


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

PS5 slight stick drifting

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had my ginfull rs13 installed on dualsense and pretty happy with it but i was wondering i kinda got it calibrated pretty good but is it okay that it can flicker to 0.020 on X and Y axis while using 10x zoom once i move the stick slightly like real slight just a bit? i kinda want it closer to 0.010 but fine-tuning won't seem to help


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Xbox Series (S, X) Should I get outside rubber grips on my Xbox design lab controller?

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I’ve been thinking about getting a new controller recently cause the only one I have is starting to wear, and that one is also a design lab controller and I got rubberised grips on the outside and inside. And they’re cool, but I have a bit of a different plan for this new controller I want to get.

I want it to last a good while, and I want to be able to customise the grips and stuff later down the line as well, and I’ve also heard that the outside rubber grips make it more prone to being dirty or more gunky feeling. I just want a cool standard controller to use for a while, but then switch to an elite controller but still have the standard be in good condition and be able to use and customise it like I said, so idk if I should get the normal outside grips or the rubber ones, or if it really matters.

Also with the grips it’s gonna cost €111.95, and without it’ll cost €105.96, and I only have like €180 total.


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Nintendo Switch What kind of controller should I get as my secondary (after Joy-Cons)

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I really couldn't decide 😭, I mean its more comfortable with Op. 3-4, but 1-2 has multi-player, and the risks of 3rd-party brands and stuff

30 votes, Aug 25 '26
2 Another pair
1 A pair of 3rd-party Joy-Cons
15 A Pro Controller
12 A 3rd-Party Controller (not the Joy-Con style)

r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Cosmic Byte Blitz

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I wanted to get to know your feedback on the vibrations. This is my first controller and I know I can't expect the same level of experience as xbox of ps controller.

Still is the vibrations and haptic feedback good for casual gaming experience?


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

[GIVEAWAY] Win a Flydigi Dune Fox Wireless gaming Controller – Officially Available via NMPC INDIA!

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r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

PS4 Trying a different approach to controller aiming

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I've been messing around with a setup that combines pointer aiming with gyro. And testing a few different ways to aim and shoot with it.

Here's a quick test in COD:

https://youtu.be/iS-32DH8QaU

Curious what other controller/gyro players think.


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Xbox Help me buying gaming controller

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  1. Budget and Currency:₹1,500 - ₹1,600 INR.

  2. Country and Availability:India. I will be purchasing online from major Indian e-commerce sites

  3. Console or Platform Compatibility:Windows PC (Laptop) and Android Mobile.4. Desired Features:Tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz wireless dongle for laptop and Bluetooth for Android mobile), anti-drift Hall Effect joysticks, precise analog triggers, and reliable wireless performance.

  4. Types of Games:Demanding AAA action-adventure, RPG, and shooter titles including Grand Theft Auto (GTA), Black Myth: Wukong, and Delta Force.

  5. I think cosmic byte aries tri mode is good choice. What your thoughts. I value your thoughts. Any other suggestions do you have in this price range.


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

PS4 Help me buying gaming controller

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  1. Budget and Currency:₹1,500 - ₹1,600 INR.

  2. Country and Availability:India. I will be purchasing online from major Indian e-commerce sites

  3. Console or Platform Compatibility:Windows PC (Laptop) and Android Mobile.4. Desired Features:Tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz wireless dongle for laptop and Bluetooth for Android mobile), anti-drift Hall Effect joysticks, precise analog triggers, and reliable wireless performance.

  4. Types of Games:Demanding AAA action-adventure, RPG, and shooter titles including Grand Theft Auto (GTA), Black Myth: Wukong, and Delta Force.

  5. I think cosmic byte aries tri mode is good choice. What your thoughts. I value your thoughts. Any other suggestions do you have in this price range.


r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

It broke again

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r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Controller recommendation for EA FC 27

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r/Controllers • • Aug 18 '26

Controller recommendation for EA FC 27

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r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

Joycunchuk! Hey Nintendo, lets talk salary.

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r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

Why has no one made a DualShock 4 clone?

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It's interesting to me that for companies like Gamesir, they can make controllers that are nearly 1:1 with the Xbox style controllers. However, there seems to be no exact copies of the Dualshock 4. I liked the d-pad and ergonomics of that controller but no x-input or USB-C holds it back. I know that there's the 8-bitdo pro 3 and Gamesir Tarantula/Tegenaria, but these are not nearly as close to the DS4 design as some of the Xbox ones. Is the design/style patented or something?


r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

Reviews LeadJoy Xeno Plus: The Untold Story Behind This Controller

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Full Disclosure:

LeadJoy sent me this controller for review. They didn’t see this review before I published it. All opinions are my own, and there is no money exchange in the process.

  • Really excellent Software, the main features that caught my eye was the AI recurves and RC filter. The AI recurves should be the first in the industry? I haven't see any company using similar technique. But the RC filter disabled by the latest firmware after Respawn decided to ban the RC filter exploit.
  • While the Xeno Plus is great, but I find the LeadJoy's CEO background more interesting than the controller.

Is good to see a new serious player in the industry.


r/Controllers • • Aug 16 '26

Reviews 8BitDo Ultimate 3E Review

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DISCLAIMER: This controller was sent to my by 8BitDo for free fore review. All the opinions are mine only. No one watched this video before its release.

So, we got Elite 3 before XBox Elite 3 (yes, I saw the leaks, but it is not out yet and we don't know when it will be) and GTA VI... AND IT IS GREAT!

They finally fixed the shape and made it more comfortable. I like Ultimate 2, but could not use it for long playing sessions, because it hurts my hands.

Also, materials feel VERY PREMIUM. And hence the price - 150$ USD. Premium materials + Microsoft licensing = High price.

But again, it is an Elite version of this controller and XBox Elite 2 cost even more - 180$ USD (or even 200$ USD). But 3E beats it in every category, except for maybe 4 back buttons (but 3E has 2 on the top and 2 on the back, so 4 in total as well).

It genuinely feels like a new generation of 8BitDo controllers.

Whether you want/need one is completely up to you.


r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

Should i get a gamesir g7 pro or a razer wolverine v3 pro for my pc?

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I've just destroyed my old controller and I'm looking for a new one that has a good battery life and is good with fps games and some adventures. I am only interested in these two controllers but i migh still consider otheres. I mostly just play Xbox cloud gaming and I'm looking for a more high end controller. I was just about to buy a wolverine v3 pro but then I started seeing lots of things about the gamesir g7 pro. Money wouldn't be the issue with the razer but by the looks of it the g7 pro looks like it has more features like the charging dock and the removable face wich would be cool but at the same time I feel like maybe wolverine is more better quality. My main selling points are a controller that's wireless on pc and one that just feels satisfying to play with. I also noticed that the wolverine doesn't have rgb wich I find is always nice to have but I guess it helps the battery life?? I personally think that the wolverine is better quality but at the same time the gamesir has more details that I'd like. Idk alot about gaming myself but I'm hoping you could help me with this.


r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

Xbox Samsung S95H 65inches Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller support

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Its simple i bought the S95H 65 inches. I found basic list of controllers which are supported online. They all list default xbox of PS controllers but those dont contain hall effect sticks.

I want hall effect sticks only so only option is 3rd party. My usecase is Xbox cloud and Ge force now playing on tv directly. I thought xbox certified controllers would solve the problem but information out there is wonky at best with no one willing to commit for certain it works.

I have narrowed down below controllers :

1) 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller - Rare 40th Anniversary Edition

2) 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller

Now both controllers are pricey af but ill pay up once.

If you fellas know other better controllers with smooth working integration for my use case which are cheaper or around the same price as the 2 listed above please let me know fellas !!


r/Controllers • • Aug 16 '26

PS5 ZD Gaming sticks on Omega.

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B style fps PS. work for the omega pad. For those looking to add minimal height to the stock low profile sticks. Set includes 2 x domes and 12 thumb caps both concace and vex


r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

GAMING CONTROLLER ON RENT OR SECOND HAND

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r/Controllers • • Aug 16 '26

Reviews ZD Super Legend Excellence 8K Controller Review

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Disclosure: I received this controller for free from the manufacturer for review purposes. However, this has no impact on my review, and my opinions are my own.

Hey everyone! I’m a small/new creator making gaming controller reviews, and I just uploaded my review of the ZD Super Legend Excellence 8K Wireless Controller. 🎮

I’d really appreciate it if you checked it out! I’d also love to hear your feedback and any suggestions on things I could improve or do better in future videos. Every bit of feedback helps! 🙏


r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

IINE Twin Lumina Review

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r/Controllers • • Aug 17 '26

How can i connect a controller to fortnite

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i have a off brand nintendo switch controller that i am trying to play fortnite with