A new Sony patent describes a system that could transform a smartphone into a powerful extension of a Dualsense.

When I tried the MCON for the first time, what immediately stood out to me was just how versatile it is. This isn’t just some cheap afterthought accessory that you keep in your bag to save you from ...

Over the past few months, I've been following an intrepid creator looking to solve a problem I'm familiar with. Finding a solid video game controller for a smartphone has always been a struggle. There ...

Touchscreen controls are fine for mobile gaming, but nothing beats that feeling of analog buttons and physical joysticks. Controllers offer superior feedback, and you don't need a console to use one.

The Nomad is Scuf’s first foray into the mobile market and it brings its premium pedigree with it. When Scuf first shared its plan to release a mobile controller with me, I assumed it would be ...

It’s not just holiday decor discounted today. Our favorite phone controller for mobile gaming is back down to its lowest price ever, matching Black Friday savings. The Backbone Pro has $35 knocked off ...

I’m not a big mobile gaming guy. That’s not a knock on anyone who is, but gaming, which I love to do at home, is just not my preferred pastime while commuting. That’s what listening to really, really, ...

The smartphone should have ushered in the next generation of Game Boy-like handhelds. They’re always in our pocket. They’re powerful enough to play so many games, past and present. They have pretty ...

Are you tired of the limitations of touchscreen controls when gaming on your phone or tablet? The abxylute S9 Premium Mobile Controller is here to transform your mobile gaming experience. Designed ...

Jack Peachey is a features writer who's worked at Dualshockers and Game Rant. An animation nerd, his favourite games don't have a genre in common as much as they all have pretty pictures. When not ...

8BitDo has teased a new controller during CES 2026 that turns your phone into a Game Boy. The controller is not yet available, but 8BitDo says it plans to launch it later this Summer. 8BitDo has ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. A controller that wants to be wherever you're gaming? The ...