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Sony has rebranded its “Firmware updater for DualSense wireless controller” Windows app to “PlayStation Accessories.” The update introduces support for customizing the DualSense Edge controller and ...

The PlayStation Accessories app now allows PC users to utilise the full capabilities of the DualSense Edge controller. For those out of the loop, the PlayStation Accessories app replaces what was ...

A step-by-step guide to using the DualShock 4 on PC via Bluetooth.

Using a GameCube controller with the Dolphin Emulator enhances the gaming experience, especially for GameCube and Wii games. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you set up your GameCube controller ...

Buying a game controller for your PC is a task fraught with uncertainty and confusion. While gaming on a console typically locks you into whatever stock controller came with the system (or a few ...

Before the Xbox 360 arrived in 2006, using a gamepad on PC was a pretty annoying experience. You'd have to manually configure buttons, games wouldn't detect the controller or show the correct icons, ...

For as long as PC and console gaming has existed, gamers have debated the merits of using a gamepad vs. a keyboard and mouse to control onscreen action. While you can play games on your PC with a ...

While it's normal for laptops and cellphones to need updates, your Xbox controller might need one too. Here's what can happen if you don't.