"Stopping these devices takes more than looking for a specific piece of hardware because they are designed to hide, adapt, ...

Activision is now detecting player inputs instead of the third-party devices.

Call of Duty is cracking down on Cronus Zen and XIM Matrix in a new anti-cheat update targeting third-party devices. Ahead of Black Ops 7 Season 2’s launch, Call of Duty has announced improved ...

What if one controller could truly do it all? Explore how Valve’s new Steam Controller is poised to redefine gaming hardware with a bold promise: universal compatibility across all Steam-supported ...

Does Hytale have controller support? The differences between Hytale and Minecraft are mostly subtle: improved graphics, simplified crafting, and helpful QoL tweaks collectively make the games feel ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. CES 2026 ...

The new Mcon controller balances portability and performance in a compact, MagSafe-compatible design for iPhone gamers. Gaming controllers usually come in two flavors. You'll find ones that are ...

Not everyone remembers the unique controllers that never quite made it. As third-party peripheral makers attempt to offer gamers something different to the likes of DualSense and Joy-Cons, they often ...

Corded-only. Changes are essentially cosmetic. There's an odd quirk about the Xbox controller. Its general layout is so successful that it has not only gone essentially unchanged since the very first ...

The Nintendo Switch 2 supports a wide range of controllers, from Nintendo’s own Pro Controller to many Bluetooth gamepads you might already have. Whether you’re setting up your new console for the ...

Can't find the remote for your smart TV? Don't rush to buy a new one — you might already have a solution if you have an Xbox controller lying around. You have a few options to choose from if you want ...

Comparing "Fortnite" controller and keyboard inputs reveals the key advantage battle: aim assist’s tracking ease vs keyboard precision and speed for competitive play. Pixabay, passionatephotos When ...