2025 was what many might consider a banner year for gaming gadgets, accessories, and peripherals, with dozens of new devices ...

We break down the best Hall Effect controllers for PS5, Xbox, PC, and mobile, from budget to pro-level performance.

Welcome to the weekend, folks! The Reviews and Guides team here at The Verge is gearing up for all things Unpacked, but Samsung isn’t the only one readying new phones. Google just announced the Pixel ...

The Xbox accessory is flooded with so many expensive 3rd-party Xbox controllers that we often forget about the standard Xbox Series X|S controller by Microsoft. While it may lack the advanced tech of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've worn down the sticks on the controller for your Xbox Series X or S, and you're thinking of getting a new one, you might consider ...

As part of a huge report over at The Verge, journalist Tom Warren has revealed that Microsoft's next-gen Xbox controller revision is coming this year, after it was originally cancelled in 2024 when ...

During my time at CES 2026, I made my way over to the 8BitDo booth to check out the FlipPad controller for smartphones. But while I was there, I also got some hands-on time with something that ...

8BitDo unveiled the next generation of its flagship Ultimate controller series at CES 2026--and it now makes sense why the manufacturer hasn't released an Xbox version of the Ultimate 2. Officially ...

You can also change the joysticks and D-pad on this extremely customizable controller launching later this year. You can also change the joysticks and D-pad on this extremely customizable controller ...

An Xbox Series X and Xbox Controller sitting on a coffee table. (Devindra Hardawar for Engadget) And speaking of Valve, the company's recently announced Steam Machine has also stolen a lot of ...

Valve has rolled out a new Steam Deck beta update, and while it may look small at first, it brings a few very useful improvements that many users will appreciate. The update is now available on the ...