Console fanboys are quick to highlight controller differences when arguing over “which is the better console.” A subjective argument nonetheless, but either way it’s interesting to witness the how ...

Since the inception of video games in the 1970s, games and video game consoles have evolved with each generation. As a result, the controllers we use to play those games have changed to adapt with ...

Video game consoles have been released over the decades with various types of controls, and a new video charts the evolution of controllers across the generations. While the latest console generation ...

CNET staff -- not advertisers, partners or business interests -- determine how we review products and services. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. When the PlayStation 5 launched ...

The PlayStation 4 is still quite a popular console as many PlayStation fans have not yet transitioned over to the PlayStation 5. The console launched in 2013 with a few iterative improvements over the ...

Sony's PlayStation filed a patent for a controller that uses electric ink to let players design custom layouts for their play style. The controller includes an "anti-fatigue" key to enhance ...

From Xbox to Nintendo, gamepads tend to have a similar set of face buttons. A, B, X, and Y are the choice de rigueur. Early consoles like the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) used A and B buttons, ...

What is a PS4 controller and how does it work? The PlayStation 4 (also known by its abbreviation, PS4) is one of the most prestigious consoles on the market. However, Sony’s consoleis generally only ...