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Fan-Made Adapter Lets You Play PlayStation 5 With One Hand
10.1.2022
While the games industry has recently taken some excellent steps forward in terms of accessibility, one area that still has a way to go is recognizing the needs of those with limited mobility. Especially when it comes to PlayStation. Thankfully, the community is stepping up, thanks to innovative...
Scuf’s New PS5 Controllers Have Cool Features, Large Price Tags
7.12.2021
Atlanta-based Scuf gaming’s made a name for itself with outstanding third-party controllers for Xbox One, Series X/S, and PlayStation 4. Now the peripheral maker sets its sights on the PlayStation 5 with the new Scuf Reflex line, a trio of high-performance PS5 controllers with four rear paddles...
The 'Dick And Balls' GameCube Controller Is NSFW
3.12.2021
Ludwig, formerly of Twitch and now of YouTube Gaming, won a small Among Us tournament a while back, and as his prize was offered the chance to receive a one-of-a-kind, hand-made GameCube controller.Read more
Now They’re Making Video Chewable Game Controllers For Tiny Babies
28.10.2021
Does the stuff your infant chews on not look like a video game controller? Are you a gamer parent concerned that your child may want to go outside instead of sitting in front of the television all day? BabyGlitch has your back with its new line of baby gamer gear, featuring small scale replicas...
PS5 Accessory Makers Just Won't Stop Taunting Sony's Lawyers
19.10.2021
Dbrand, a tech accessories brand that my roommate described to me as “being for dudes who like new iPhones,” has decided to wage a very loud legal war with Sony Entertainment regarding their totally fine PS5 plates and cases.Read more
You Can't Make Me Use The N64 Controller Again, Nintendo
24.9.2021
One of Nintendo’s cuter little announcements during the latest Direct was that, with N64 games coming soon to the system, the company will also start selling recreations of the console’s controller for you to play them on.Read more
Tales Of Arise Is Even Better If You Remap The Buttons
10.9.2021
For years, Bandai Namco’s Tales games have largely been role-playing games with an action bent. Tales of Arise, out now for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, is as close to a pure action game as ever, thanks to a streamlined battle system and a switch on the development end to the Unreal engine. It rules....
QA Testing Games Like Dance Central Is Apparently Grueling And Smelly
2.9.2021
Performing quality assurance testing on traditional video games can be grueling, having to sit in front of a monitor for hours on end, performing the same sequences while keeping an eye out for bugs and glitches. But you know what sounds much worse? Doing QA testing for games requiring physical...
The Scuf Instinct Pro Feels Like An Official Xbox Controller
25.8.2021
Since 2011, Scuf Gaming has made a name for itself by producing some of the highest quality third-party console controllers and owning a ridiculous number of controller patents. The Scuf Instinct and Instinct Pro are the company’s first stabs at creating an elite-level controller for the Xbox...
PC Gamer Mods PS4 Controller With Keyboard Switches
20.7.2021
One of the most popular ways for manufacturers to add extra inputs to game controllers is positioning four paddle-shaped buttons on the back. Redditor Styroor took that idea, grabbed some basic tools, and created a new type of DualShock 4: one with backside buttons. It looks a little rough,...
The Xbox Design Lab Is Back, Letting You Make Tacky Next-Gen Controllers
18.6.2021
The Xbox Design Lab website is back, letting users officially create their own custom controllers that are then built and shipped by Microsoft. The Lab was first launched in 2016, but shut down for a bit during the Xbox Series X/S launch. Now, it’s back and supports the new Xbox controller too....
Xbox Celebrates Pride With A Controller You Can’t Buy
2.6.2021
Along with a generous donation to LGBTQIA+ nonprofits, clothing featuring flag designs, and various digital rewards, Microsoft is offering a Pride 2021 Xbox wireless controller, a lovely rainbow-sporting custom gamepad that’ll only be available to select influencers and members of the media.Read...
Report: Valve Is Making A Switch-Like Portable Codenamed SteamPal
25.5.2021
If the Nintendo Switch has proven anything, it’s that being able to play previously PC-only indies on the go rules. Soon, though, you might not need to wait for Switch ports of your Steam-powered faves: a new report claims Valve is working on its own handheld.Read more
Metro Exodus On PC Now Supports The PS5 Controller's Fancy Triggers
22.5.2021
Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition received a minor patch yesterday that quietly added support for the DualSense’s fancy adaptive triggers and haptic feedback.Read more
The Best Controller Chargers for the Latest Video Game Consoles
7.4.2021
There are … a lot of video game controllers this day. Gone are the days of each console having one official controller and a handful of third-party knockoffs. If you grab a Switch, you’ll have both Joy-Cons and the Pro Controller to choose from. Xbox owners can grab a standard Wireless Controller...
Have You Ever Raged And Thrown A Controller?
5.4.2021
It’s Monday and time for Ask Kotaku, the weekly feature in which Kotaku-ites deliberate on a single burning question. Then, we ask your take.Read more
Modded GameCube Keyboard Is The Controller Of My Dreams
23.3.2021
In 2002 Nintendo released a ridiculous-looking GameCube controller with a keyboard embedded in it so that Phantasy Star Online players could type to their friends. In 2021 someone’s modded it into an equally impractical but much prettier custom keyboard that I wish I could use to type all of...
Put the Pedal to the Metal With This PS5 and Series X Compatible Racing Wheel for $350
23.3.2021
Logitech Racing Wheel (Xbox) | $350 | AmazonLogitech Racing Wheel (PS4/PS5) | $350 | AmazonRead more
My New Xbox Elite Controller Has A Long Shortcoming
23.3.2021
Having used an Elite controller on my PC almost every single day for years, it has finally started showing signs of serious wear and tear, so last week I went and got an Elite Series 2 controller. I am mostly happy with it, but there’s one bizarre shortcoming with its interchangeable sticks that...
The Switch Pro Controller Is Back Down to $59
22.3.2021
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | $59 | AmazonNintendo Switch Pro Controller | $60 | Best BuyRead more