5 incredible controllers for PC gamers

2 January 2017
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Gaming on PC allows you an almost endless selection of input devices, from joysticks and racing seats to the classic mouse-and-keyboard combo.

However, some console ports and local multiplayer games work best with classic gamepad-style controllers.

Luckily, PC gamers can pick from a variety of awesome gamepad devices, including the five awesome controllers below:


Mad Catz L.Y.N.X.9

  • Modular and foldable
  • QWERTY mini-keyboard
  • Built-in Microphone
  • Compatible with PC, Android, and Tablets

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Steam Controller

  • Support for every Steam game
  • Dual trackpads, haptic feedback
  • Compatible with PC

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The Steam Controller


Xbox 360 Elite

  • Includes carrying case, paddles, and thumbsticks
  • Semi-Modular
  • Interchangeable paddles and grips
  • Compatible with PC and Xbox One

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Razer Wildcat

  • Four additional programmable buttons
  • Quick control panel
  • Designed for eSports
  • Compatible with PC and Xbox One

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SteelSeries Stratus XL

  • Uses both XInput and DirectInput
  • Bluetooth connection
  • Compatible with Android, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Samsung Gear VR, and PC

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  1. Johann Botha
    02.01.2017 at 16:17

    Love my steam controller. Its amazing once you learn how to use it. Doom have a layout from id software’s on the controller that makes the game feel like it was designed for the controller.

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