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Best Controllers for PC Gaming 2024

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2

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The Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller was already the best high-end PC gaming controller, and the Series 2 makes it even better. The latest version of Microsoft’s pro-grade controller for xbox series x features improved grips, more trigger lock options for faster firing, improved interchangeable components, and even finer-grained software customization.

A premium version of the Xbox One controller, the Xbox Elite Controller certainly deserves its nickname. Xbox One Elite Controller offers a huge number of upgrades over the standard Xbox controller, like an interchangeable component layout and paddle buttons on the back. There is also a trigger regulator that you can activate for more sensitive trigger pressures. Elite Series 2 Controller more than double the price of a standard xbox one controller, though, so it’s a product for those of who really want to take advantage of the levels of keyboard customization.

The amazing, robust Xbox accessories app lets you fully remap each controller button while adjusting the stick and trigger sensitivities to your liking, and you can store up to three profiles on the controller so you are always ready for your favorite games. The Elite Series 2 also has a rechargeable battery (finally!) And a USB-C port (finally too!), And can even recharge in its included carrying case. If you take your Gears, Fortnite, or Forza seriously, this is the pc game controllers to own.

The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller gives you it all. Xbox Wireless Controller takes what makes the Xbox One controller great, slams a bunch of magnetic paddles, upgrades the D-Pad, and gives you multiple controller options. This controller is the end game for PC controllers, great support, great ergonomics and all the options you could want in a controller for pc gaming.

Sony DualSense Wireless Controller

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The PlayStation 5 DualSense has a “touch it to believe” quality thanks to its new haptic motors and “adaptive” triggers, which can offer resistance under your finger. Shooting a bow can actually feel like shooting a bow, for example. The rumble is also by far the best and most nuanced rumble we’ve ever felt from a controller. It really is as good as people say.

Compatibility with the DualSense controller on PC may also be even better than that of the DualShock 4. Steam has already taken steps to support the controller, and the touchpad, advanced haptics, and adaptive trigger devices may also be compatible with the PC. in the future. With more PlayStation exclusive games not so exclusive thanks to PC ports, full DualSense functionality on PC could be the best way to play these games on PC.

With DualSense, Sony made a more comfortable gamepad for traditional games and introduced some very cool features. Haptic and adaptive triggers make an immediately noticeable difference in the games that use them and offer exciting potential for new and interesting gaming experiences. With the exception of battery life, which remains a weak point, the DualSense controller is everything you want to see in a next-gen update.

Xbox One Wireless Controller

Xbox Wireless Controller –...
  • Compatible with Xbox One X, Xbox One S, Xbox One, Windows 10
  • Includes Bluetooth technology for gaming on Windows 10 PCs and tablets
  • Stay on target with textured grip

Microsoft’s Xbox Controller has been the rule by which other PC gaming controllers have been measured since the days of the Xbox 360, and for good reason. It’s comfortable and heavy with a button layout that feels natural. The most recent version – designed for the Xbox One console – takes everything that made the last-gen model so great by adding more clickable bumpers and a significantly improved directional pad.

The Xbox One Controller forgoes the fancy extra features, instead focusing on the best-designed and most comfortable option for gaming across genres. Since the device has the same instant plug-and-play support as the 360 ​​pad, it will work natively with just about any modern PC game with controller support. The latest version of the Xbox One Wireless Controller features textured rear grips as well as Bluetooth support, which promises better range as well as wireless support on Windows PCs without a dongle.

The D-pad controller moved away from the disc style of the 360 ​​for a more traditional four-way crossover style, which allows for better precision. The shoulder buttons are as comfortable to press as they are to rest your fingers, and the triggers rumble, which improves force feedback. The sticks are topped with a smooth center and grated edge to reduce slippage, and the Xbox Guide button has been moved up and away from the center menu buttons to prevent accidental entries.

The Xbox One controller is the most responsive controller on this list with a 7 millisecond entry delay. You can connect the controller via bluetooth, USB connection or with wired dongle, all of them also work well. The built-in Bluetooth wireless makes it easy to pair with your desktop computer and the price is very attractive to budget consumers. It’s also available in a variety of colors and patterns, which means you’ll likely find something to match your rig. And, even if you’re not into a color scheme, Microsoft will let you customize it through the Xbox Design Lab. This controller is as universal as it gets, making it a fantastic choice for just about any setup and one of the best PC controllers of 2022.

Logitech F310

If you’re looking for the best PC controller that won’t break the bank, it’s hard to beat Logitech’s F310. It may be basic in its execution and functionality, but there is something to be said for the no-frills nature of this cheap option. Just plug it in via USB and you’re good to go. Considering the glut of options and customization features of all the high-end controllers, the F310 is oddly refreshing. It also has an admirable directional pad and excellent button layout.

The button layout is similar to that of a PlayStation controller, with symmetrical control sticks aligned at the bottom. The F310’s D-pad, which is sometimes an afterthought of other controllers, features a responsive design that lends itself well to platforms like Shovel Knight and simple navigation menus and button combinations in Final Fantasy. XIV.

If you are looking for a controller for a guest, your child, or if you just need to save some money, the Logitech F310 is a great option. Reminiscent of the Dualshock 3, the Logitech F310 is a symmetrical gamepad with convex thumb sticks with an Xbox button layout.

Razer Wolverine Ultimate

Razer Wolverine Ultimate...
  • INTERCHANGEABLE THUMBSTICKS and D PADS — swap between optimized thumbstick heights and shapes, and...
  • 6 REMAPPABLE MULTI-FUNCTION BUTTONS — Comes with an additional 2 remappable multi-function bumpers and...
  • HAIR TRIGGER MODE plus TRIGGER STOPS — For a competitive edge, Automatic Hair Trigger Mode via two...

The Razer Wolverine Ultimate manages to bring some PC control to game controllers. The Razer Wolverine Ultimate has four bottom buttons designed to act as a sniper button or DPI switch for gaming mice. Depending on which of those lower buttons is activated, the controller can increase or decrease the sensitivity of the joysticks for faster panning of the camera or precise centering of your lens. The Wolverine Ultimate also gives players an extra pair of bumpers, as well as interchangeable controllers and D-Pads.

No Razer product would be complete without a healthy dose of Chroma, the RGB lighting brand from the three-headed green snake company. However, instead of integrating it into the existing Synapse 3 application for Windows, Razer decided to develop an application specifically for Xbox One. So if you plan to use this controller for your PC, keep in mind that you will need a separate application to configure it. Extras include 6 programmable buttons, interchangeable D-pads, re-assignable buttons and triggers, capillary fire mode, additional joysticks, and a quick control panel. The Quick Control Panel allows users to quickly switch between profiles and adjust microphone mute, game volume, and key assignments.

As third-party solutions outside of Valve and the console makers, the Razer Wolverine Ultimate is an extremely serious competitor. It’s heavy and grippy, feels substantial in the hand, and looks like a suitable weapon. The impressive set of options, such as the trigger and additional side buttons and sliders on the back of the pad to adjust its activation depth, also make it very attractive. And speaking of eye-catching, the small glow of the RGB lighting in a band around the top center of the unit and the bright green accents on the d-pad, standing out in high contrast to the matte black finish of the rest of the unit. pad, add a welcome flash without looking cheap or forced. The Wolverine Ultimate is highly customizable (it also offers interchangeable d-pad and analog joystick options) and a joy to use, its flashy buttons and furry triggers seem to jump under your fingers as you defeat your hapless virtual enemies.

Astro C40 TR Controller

ASTRO Gaming C40 Tr Controller...
  • Ready for any environment, the TR line of ASTRO Gaming products deliver Premium design and performance...
  • Optimum rear button layout for superior ergonomics improves Precision during Critical moments....
  • Quickly and easily swap the analog stick or d-pad modules for consistently sharp performance. Setup the...

The Astro C40 TR is one of the most premium and feature-rich PC controllers available, and a solid alternative to Microsoft’s famous Elite Wireless Controller. Like other high-end gamepads, the C40 TR features fully reassignable buttons and trigger / lever sensitivities, as well as capillary triggers for faster shots and interchangeable components. While Astro is best known for its headphones, the C40 TR proves that the company can make other peripherals as well. But the C40 doesn’t stop there – you can completely rearrange the stick and d-pad layout as well, allowing you to opt for the Xbox-style scroll sticks or the PS4-style parallel sticks. The C40 is a bit heavy and one of the more expensive premium options. but it’s a great option for those who are willing to pay for a bunch of customization tools.

Positioned as a premium alternative to the DualShock 4, the Astro C40 TR is arguably to the PS4 what the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller is to the Xbox One. A third party can do it, but the Astro C40 TR offers a premium controller experience. in that familiar DualShock form factor. What makes the C40 TR unique is the ability not only to swap parts, but to move them as well. The modular design will allow you to swap out the left controller for the D-pad and swap out an unbalanced Xbox One controller if desired. Or you can be a complete anarchist and put two controllers on the left, with the D-pad on the right. (The face buttons cannot be changed to a different position.)

8Bitdo SN30 Pro Retro Bluetooth Gaming Controller

8Bitdo SN30 Pro Bluetooth...
  • Wireless Bluetooth, Rumble vibration, Motion controls, USB-C
  • Rumble vibration, Motion controls, USB-C
  • Wireless Bluetooth and direct USB connectable with built in lithium ion battery

Playing retro games basically requires an outdated controller and 8Bitdo is one of the best companies to make them these days. The 8Bitdo Sn30 Pro is the best switch pro controller in the company that takes both the SNES Classic controller and the Wii Classic. Between the cross-shaped D-Pad and the four traditional front buttons, you should feel right at home playing Secret of Mana or any other retro game that is legally available for PC. Meanwhile, the pair of joysticks and triggers on the 8Bitdo Sn30 Pro will also let you play all the games from the PlayStation-N64 era.

If your Steam library consists of pixelated platformers and old-school action games, 8Bitdo’s SN30 Pro offers a wonderfully authentic way to enjoy it. This gamepad faithfully reproduces almost all the details of the original Super Nintendo controls, while adding extras like dual analog sticks, booming functionality, and rear triggers to make it more enjoyable with more modern titles.

With its tight d-pad and clickable buttons, the SN30 Pro is a great companion for titles like Sonic Mania, Cuphead, the Mega Man Legacy collection, and the mine of indie fighting games available on PC. Just keep in mind that while your controllers feel good, the ergonomics of the controller aren’t exactly ideal for playing, let’s say, intense online shooter at a competitive level.

Sony DualShock 4 Wireless Controller

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The DualShock 4 is compatible with the entire Steam game library. Very comfortable in the hands, the DualShock 4 has tactile analog sticks with just enough resistance, and perhaps the best directional pad ever. It also has motion technology compatible with a surprising number of games, allowing you to navigate in racing games or aim at shooters by moving the joystick.

PlayStation DualShock 4 controller is now fully supported in Steam, which means you can change the touchpad, light bar, and take advantage of the robust remapping and sensitivity options available on Valve’s Steam Controller. You can even tap into the DualShock 4’s gyroscope, allowing you, for example, to aim your weapon in a shooter using motion controls. Oddly, though, if you want to use the DualShock 4 for PS4 Remote Play on a PC, maybe for the best split-screen PS4 games, you’ll have to connect it via USB cable or use one of Sony’s old, hard drives. . to find wireless adapters.

The DualShock 4 controller has a layout and grip which is more comfortable than ever, with particularly well-designed triggers and sticks compared to their PS3 counterparts. There is also a front touchpad, which brings some interesting possibilities to the familiar design. The DualShock 4 works well with titles like Shovel Knight and Final Fantasy XIV, and more and more modern games include native support for the Sony controller.