When the Nintendo Switch first launched, fans had limited controller options. There were the Joy-Cons and the more traditional Pro Controller. Here we are 7 years post-launch, and the situation couldn’t be any more different. The third-party accessory makers have been hard at work, conjuring up a multitude of different controllers. Some sought to compete against the Joy-Cons, others went for...[Read More]
Over the years, the Nintendo Switch has built up a robust library. One device that has access to many retro classics, ranging from the NES to the GameCube. While the availability of games is convenient, many itch for a more authentic experience. The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is a great option, however it lacks many of the nuances of past controllers. Nintendo did release a GameCube adapter th...[Read More]
The Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons are quite divisive controllers. While praised for being two controllers in one, the Joy-Cons have many issues. Its small form factor and expensive cost come to mind, with the biggest problem being the tendency to stick drift. Controller manufacturer QRD Game recently released their QRD Stellar T5; A full-fledged wireless Joy-Con alternative compatible with Nintendo Swi...[Read More]
Last week, gaming peripheral giant Thrustmaster sent shockwaves through the gaming community with two groundbreaking product announcements. With their reputation for producing top-of-the-line accessories, the unveiling of the TH8S Shifter add-on and Viper TQS has left gamers eagerly anticipating their release. Let’s dive into the details and explore what makes these new additions so exciting...[Read More]
Recently, eSports has become one of the biggest revolutions in the gaming industry. Competitive play has long been a trope of gaming. Competing with friends dates back to the arcade era. While skill plays a major factor in player performance, so does the controller being used. Wear and tear or an aftermarket controller may be contributing factors to poor performance. Those looking to take a more s...[Read More]
Alright, so if you’ve been on Twitter today and you follow as many gamers, producers, studios, and journalists as I do, just about all of them are talking about these photos. Supposedly, the controller above is the super secretive NX controller. This has the investigative type into a frenzy, doing all sorts of zany alterations and cross referencing various parts of the image. People are usin...[Read More]
Ever since I was a human child, playing a racing game of any sort would see my dramatically tilting, angling, and swinging my controller around as I leaned into turns and weaved around obstacles and competitors. Now, even as a human spawn, I knew that my wild undulations and swaying had no actual effect…but it totally did, so sod off. There were racing wheels, sure, but they weren’t al...[Read More]
With all our suggestions for games, DVDs, and comics, of course we’re going to help pick out the things that make your electronics that much better! So, we’ve gone ahead and created a list of all the wickedly awesome accessories that go along with your cool consoles, PCs, handheld gaming devices, and even your iPhone or iPad. Enjoy!
Analog is broad movement. Digital is precision. Controllers aren't going anywhere for now.