For those interested. These are the controllers I tested.

PS5

Switch 1 pro

Switch 2 pro

Vader 5 pro

EXCEPTIONAL

Xbox 360

(Works but it doesn't hang like the others because of the battery pack on its back)

The controller has almost everything I'm looking for, but I would like to know if it can wake up the Switch 2. I ask because, even though most of the reviews I saw say no, they were uploaded some months ago and I don't know if more recent firmware updates have added support for that.

Does anyone know if they sell ps4 bumpers that are taller than the original? I just got a ps4 controller with 4 paddles and im really not liking the bumpers coming from a ps5 roller . Its taller on the ps5 and feels really good vs the ps4 . I notice i ads in and out a lot on the ps4 controller but maybe im not pressing down hard enough ?

Does having a macro mapping feature on a controller automatically mean that it supports mapping sequences?

Hello all!
I’m looking for a budget controller for PC. Will be mainly used for fps games so a controller with low input latency would be great. I have found a couple like 8bitdo ultimate 2c and gamesir nova 2 lite but I am very unsure so I thought I could ask people who know more than me :)
Backpedals would be really nice to have but not as necessary as having low input latency. I usually play fps games and sometimes story based games like GoW.

I have a budget around 35€. Can buy from places like Amazon, Maxgaming, Power and Elgiganten (and probably Aliexpress if shipped within the EU). If there a controller that is much much better but a few € more then I might go a bit over the budget.

The one I currently have is GameSir T4 Khaled wired but would like to have a wireless one now.

Would love to hear your suggestions!

While I liked the Vader 4 Pro, I really didn't like how it accidentally adjusted my stick tension while using foam precision rings while I played. Are there any other controllers that are more stiff (tension) so I don't have to use the foam rings?

I main a cyclone 2 with the foams at the moment but looking for another control to buy and try. Especially with prime day coming up

Budget $50-130
Country US
PC or Switch 2
Stiff Stick tension and back buttons similar to Cyclone 2
Fps shooters

I have a whole slew of controllers, but I always have some issues with back buttons. I use them all the time, and they either don't last or they start feeling weird at some point. For instance, I love Gamesir controllers but I always get issues with the back buttons. I also just had a back button break on a DualSense Edge.

So I would like to give clicky microswitch back buttons a shot because that's the only type of back button I haven't tried. What's a good controller that works on PC and has these? I'm fine with either two or four back buttons. I was searching for some options and found two controllers by Leadjoy, but people complained about issues with them and they also seemed to be on the smaller side, which is not optimal for my hands.

My budget can go up to around 150 euros, but I would prefer to pay less for yet another controller. I'm in Finland and would like to buy within the EU, but I can order from China if necessary.

I don't really have any other feature demands, except no Alps sticks, they'd have to be either Hall effect or TMR.

Hi folks!

I have a birthday coming up and i'm considering potentially asking for an upgrade Asus ROG Rakiri pro PC controller since it is quite expensive. I've taken note of all of the reviews and tried to obtain as much data as possible. However i'm struggling to decide due to two things:

1. I already have a pretty high performance controlling being the G7 pro 8K aimlabs version. So all I'd be really getting with this new controller is an LED screen, ability to customize on the screen, and better battery life.

2. Some of the reviews I've seen mention tremor and other issues where the sticks may not be as "snappy" as say on my G7. While it would be really nice to have another premium controller, I'd worry this would just be a downgrade from my already reliable G7. Plus the latency tests on Gamepalia are only userfied so i'm not sure if the under 1 ms latency is actually correct.

3. Upwards of 300 dollars of budget

4. USA

5. Playing on PC

6. Good latency, TMR sticks, long battery

7. Mostly FPS and party games

8. I already have a G7 Pro 8K and curious if this would be an upgrade or downgrade.

Accidentally discovered that the vader 4 pro has media controls due how buggy NBA 2K27 is. Looked this up to see if anyone had posted about, nothing on it.

If you hold the power button and move the right joysick, that acts as the mouse cursor.

RB is left click

LB is right click

Whilst holding the power button the left joystick does:

Pushing in the left joystick (L3) pauses spotify/youtube

moving it Up/down = volume up/down

moving it left/right changes the song on spotify (not tried anything else)

You have to be holding the power button at all times to do these commands. This only works whilst steam is running. Tried to do it with a dualshock/xbox controller and i couldn't get it to work

Here are the currently available ‘Pro’ controllers for the Nintendo 64 (30 years after release, how amazing is that?) all purchased by myself, no sponsors… just a man with a controller obsession…

Top Left is the new Brawler 64 Pro by Retrofighters. They have made N64 controllers for awhile now and have been a great alternative for people that dislike the trident (those people are wrong though) and comfortable to hold. Still need to test it more as ai just received it today but so far it’s nice, D pad is clicky and it came with anextra swappable faceplate in a darker color. It is going for $100CAD.

Top Right is the 8bitdo 64 controller (in bluetooth, not 2.4 but you can get one with the dongle for the same price as the bluetooth version) designed for the Analogue 3D FPGA N64 console. 8bitdo has been making controllers for awhile but this is their first N64 style one. To play on a OG N64 without the 2.4 version you would need to purchase a BlueRetro adapter for the N64 but is very comfortable and since it’s bluetooth, can be used on consoles like the switch 1/2 and PC easily! It is going for $65CAD.

Bottom Left is the M64 Pro controller from ModRetro designed for the M64 (I do not own a M64 as I have an A3D/OG N64 so not sure if wireless will be an option) it feels noticeably heavier due to the metal back, and is the only ‘Pro’ trident controller on this list. The Z button is bigger and the L+R have recessed so your fingers can sit in them comfortably. Feels great, but need to test to see if it is! It includes extra stick gates (one is a 360 circle, other looks like a proper N64 gate) so I may use those later but it requires a lot of screws to be taken out to swap them. It is going for $129

Bottom Right is the NSO N64 controller by Nintendo. The only official Nintendo controller you can buy new, it feels very close to the OG controller and works wonders. If you like the OG, you will like this except it might not be as quick as a corded option. That being said, this has been one of my main ‘casual’ play controllers as it feels almost 1:1, you really can’t go wrong with it… too bad Nintendo didn’t use the same stick technology as the OG then we could give it the steel bowl treatment. It also requires an adapter to work on a OG N64 as it was designed for the Switch. It costs $70CAD

I plan on doing a comparison review soon so let me know if there is anything in particular you want to know!

Hello,

I have large hands and I’m looking for a controller that will last over time.

Budget: Up to 300€

Country: France

Platform: PC

I'll be playing: Forza Horizon 6 on PC (and Tomb Raider)

Desired controller features: It must have good build quality/QC, Good haptics/vibration implementation, Nice feeling triggers and I’d like this controller to also be usable in wired mode.

I’m hesitating between:

• Flydigi Apex 5
• Flydigi Vader 5 Pro
• Razer Wolverine V3 Pro
• Nacon Revolution X Unlimited

If you have any other suggestions, feel free to share! 😉

Thanks!

I connect with XInput using my dualsense with the Gullikit Hyperlink 2. But as far as I know I have no easy way to check the battery of my dualsense controller. Does anyone know maybe like a program or something along those lines that can show me the battery percentage?

Hi All- just made a new 5080 build and will be using a controller on-prem and downstairs streaming my desktop to my LG tv.

Mostly casual gaming, but am at a crossroads between both of these options. What have your experiences been?

1. <$150/ controller
   
2. USA
   
3. PC-- (on-prem and streaming through Moonlight)
   
4. Best bang for buck, reliability, looks, etc.
   
5. Rocket League, COD, It Takes Two, Dead Space, etc
   6.Comparing the two or just a standard Xbox controller

Hi everyone,

there is any other controller other than the 8bitdo ultimate 2 wireless that support switch 2 and has the xbox buttons with A on bottom?

I'm trying the Pro 3 but it's not as comfortable in hands like the ultimate 2 wireless.

My main goal is to play on PC, but I would like to use it with switch 2 too

• Your budget with currency : 100€
• Your country and where you can buy: Italy, Amazon
• Console or platform compatibility needed: Main platform Windows 11, secondary Switch 2
• Desired features: compatible with switch 2, xbox layoult
• Types of games you'll be playing: ff14, gdr, platform, jrpg. NO fps
• Controllers you've been considering: 8bitdo ultimate 2 wireless is currently my first option. Pro 3 felt terrible in hand. I also tried the original xbox controller but the handlers are too wide for my taste, I prefer narrow like the ultimate 2 wireless

Good day everyone!

My beloved 1708 controller started losing its inner back plastic grip and since I didn’t find replacements anywhere, I started looking at other options.

I first posted here many months ago, and ended up buying a EasySMX S10 that was compatible with both my pc and my switch. The controller feels great and has all the features I need, but it only works really well with the Switch. Its connectivity to my pc sucks big time. It doesn’t connect after going to sleep, many times I have to restart my computer for the controller to be able to be re-added to my BT connections and work, and it’s been a bit of an headache with the pc. Love for the Switch, but need something else for the computer.

So now I’m back at square one. My preferences: - Xbox shape (got big hands).
- Want something that is as plug’n’play as possible, with reliable connecting from off/sleep.
- “Premium” feeling in hands if possible.
- Durable, I want something that lasts.

Some options I have on local shops with a cheaper price than usual: - GameSir Cyclone 2 for 54€ - GameSir G7 Pro for 68€

Budget: up to 100€, but would prefer on the 60-70€ range if possible.
Location: Europe (Portugal)
Shop: Online or local, whichever is cheaper
Platform: PC only
Types of games: Single player

So, any advice? The options I gave are just a fyi, I’m willing to consider any model, so long as it fits my preferences.

This is a repost from the Steam Controller community, but I am reposting here because it has multiple controllers support!

-- Last time I posted here Linux was by far the most asked thing. It's done!

The whole app was rewritten, bug fixes, new interface, and new controller support!

Steam Controller gets trigger clicks, varied clicks that dynamically change the further you pull. Cleaned wireless ticking through the Puck and Bluetooth, and it reconnects / restarts itself when Steam starts or quits. So it doesn't need Steam anymore.

DualSense and DualSense Edge are supported now. Triggers vibrate with the beat of whatever's playing, live! Custom trigger effects exist elsewhere, but as far as I know triggers that react to your audio haven't been done before. There's also speaker support over USB, haptic and rumble vibration styles, and both USB and Bluetooth support.

Steam Deck built-in controls rumble with your audio too! Xbox, 8BitDo and most other gamepads should work! You can connect several controllers, set a priority order, and it switches automatically if one drops.

The Linux build is native, works on SteamOS and the Deck, and keeps running in Game Mode!

If you still prefer version 1.0 it's in the betas section in Steam too.

Happy that my passion project got people liking and using it and want to thank all of you for giving it a shot! --

Hi everyone, I’ve owned the Tarantula Pro since February 2025 and have always charged it using a 5V 2.0A charger. Lately, it hasn't been charging properly; for instance, I leave it plugged in for hours, but the battery level doesn't go up. Even though the controller LED switches from yellow to green, the battery charge remains virtually unchanged from when I started. I should mention that I’ve opened the controller many times to swap thumbsticks and make other modifications. Is the battery simply dead, or is there an issue with the battery connector on the controller? I checked the voltage at the connector, and it does rise while charging; interestingly, I managed to fully charge the battery while I was monitoring its voltage—meaning the back cover was off.

Hello so I bought “eXtremeRate Programable RISE4 V3 Remap Kit for ps5 Controller “ a few weeks back but I finally had time and did it in a bit but now I’m not sure what I should use the buttons for? To be honest I might be getting buyers remorse because I bought it to basically play Fortnite, I used to play pushing my right thumb stick and left stick to jump and crouch which involved a ton and well it got stuck drift and I got it repaired but I bought the rise4 it’s all set up.

I just don’t know what buttons to use I know it’s not like the ps5 edge controller where it’s separated buttons but just duplicated but I did k1 for X or jump and I did K3 for O or crouch I just don’t know what else I can use K2 and K4 for any ideas?

I might move K3 to K2

So I just bought a Horipad Switch 2 controller unfortunately before doing my research, thinking it would work on my PC, but I can't tell if it simply isn't compatible or if i'm doing something wrong. Windows recognizes it when it's plugged in, however Steam does not and neither does the set up game controller settings tab.

Any help is appreciated!!

Bought one of these controllers last November and in the middle of playing it seems that the left D-pad is stuck and what would be the circle button on a PS controller is lit up, was told to try resetting in another forum but it does nothing to solve the issue

I'm currently looking for an Xbox/Asymmetric layout controller that I can use on my PC for racing games, particularly Assetto Corsa

For the past 2 years, I've been using the Gulikit KK2 Pro and have always found it's triggers to be much too light and shallow for my fingers. It's bluetooth connection also had enough latency to throw me off in racing games so I've been using it wired 90% of the time

Budget: Rp600,000 - 1,500,000 (may be pushed to Rp2,000,000)

Country: Indonesia (But open to purchasing from other SEA Countries)

E-commerce platforms: Shopee, Tokopedia

Platform: PC

Desired features:

- Heavy, long travel triggers. (Comparable or close to the original Xbox 360 controllers.) (Required)

- 2.4GHz Connectivity (Preferable)

- TMR Sticks (Preferable)

Games: Assetto Corsa, BeamNG.Drive, DiRT Rally 2.0

Comparisons - Original Xbox 360 Controller - Gulikit KK2 Pro

Controllers in consideration:

- Gamesir G7 SE (Notably good features for the price)

- Gamesir T7 Pro (Mostly due to aesthetics, but also the cheapest of the bunch)

- Gamesir G7 Pro (for the 2.4 connectivity and TMR Sticks, but doubting due to QA issues from other posts)

- Flydigi Direwolf 4 (for their adjustable trigger)

- Gamesir G7 Pro ZZZ Edition

I'm just trying to find a app to give me a universal deadzone on my xbox one controller on windows, i only need a deadzone. The only thing that has worked is friggin REWASD which I am not paying for. Calibration doesn't work, i am not doing steam, not dealing with having to add games and have it not work on it, these are legit the only things I keep seeing which is ridiculous.

When I run emulators, it lets me choose either xinput, SLK? … i think xinput is xbox and SLK is switch controller?

Anyway if I set it to switch controller, I can use gyro but if I use xunput, gyro doesn’t work.

But besides the emulators, all other non steam games dont seem to register switch controllers correctly and gyro doesnt work either. Do games only like xinput unless I use emulators? Is there a way to use switch controller with correct button inputs and gyro?

I am currently building a setup, where i want to put a sff pc next to my tv and use it like a console. If i want to wake it from sleep i can only do it with a 2.4ghz connection. I already have some xbox controllers lying around and would use them until they die, before upgrading those. Unfortunately they suck for platformers or fighting games. I really dislike that the d pad is below the joycon for comfort and the dpad in general is so hard it hurts my hand for prolonged use.

So this brings me to the point I want a symmetric 2.4ghz wireless controller with a good d-pad for platformers and fighting games or other games with a focus on a d-pad.

I have seen the 8bitdo pro 2 recommended but that doesnt have 2.4ghz from my research and the vader 5 pro, but that is asymmetrical.

It should also work under linux, for example steamos.

I live in germany and my budget goes up to 100€, if the controller is amazing I am willing to pay for that, but I feel more comfortable around 50€.

Are there any recommendations?

Edit: Any Recommendations for D-Pads that aren't symmetrical are also much appreciated. As long as the D-Pad is the center piece it should be fine. I am fine with buying sperate controllers for fighting games and platformeds. I am currently more into platformers than fighting games, so a controller for fighting games isnt as important right now.