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After much deliberation, this is our list of the Top 10 Video Game Controllers. From the PS5 and Xbox Series X down to the SNES, there are plenty of game controllers up for debate as to who deserves the top spot.
A great, or bad, controller, can make or break a video game experience, but thankfully there have been plenty of amazing examples of controllers throughout gaming history. The IGN staff has compiled the 10 best controllers, in part considering influence, comfort, ease-of-use, and how they've revolutionized or improved our collective gaming experience. From classic Nintendo gamepads to Xbox's adaptive advancements to modern PlayStation controllers and plenty more in between, be sure to check out our picks for the top video game controllers of all time.
Mine is the elite controller v2
Here's the list:
10. Wiimote
9. SNES Controller
8. WaveBird (wireless gamecube controller)
7. Xbox 360 Controller
6. Switch Pro Controller
5. PS5 DualSense Controller
4. Xbox Adaptive Controller (What the fuck is this?)
3. DualShock 4 PS4 Controller
2. Astro C40 TR4 PS4 Controller (Ok?)
1. Xbox Elite Series 2 (Xbox S/X Controller)
Go burn in Hell for not listing the Sega Saturn controller, which is by far the greatest gamepad for 2D games and fighting games.
KB+M were left out
Top ten:
10. Wiimote (Nintendo Wii)
9. SNES Controller (SNES)
8. WaveBird (Nintendo GameCube)
7. Xbox 360 Controller
6. Switch Pro Controller (Nintendo Switch)
5. Dual Sense (PlayStation 5)
4. Xbox Adaptive Controller (Xbox Series/Xbox One)
3. DualShock 4 (PlayStation 4)
2. Astro C40 TR4 (PlayStation 4)
1. Xbox Elite Series 2 (Xbox Series/ Xbox One)
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