The Best Gaming Controllers 2025

1. PDP - Rematch Wireless Gaming Controller for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 - Boo-Hoo

Scare up some fun and light up the competition with the Boo-Hoo Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch - OLED Model. This controller also works with Nintendo Switch 2 - C Button not available. When it comes to performance, the Rematch Wireless Controller shines. The controller’s built-in rechargeable battery delivers up to 40 hours of play on a single charge. Boo-Hoo also comes equipped with advanced features such as motion controls, adding an extra layer of immersion to your gameplay. These built-in motion controls let you steer, swing, and aim with natural movements, adding extra excitement to games like Super Mario Odyssey or the new Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. With up to a 30-foot wireless range, you can comfortably play from anywhere in the room while staying fully engaged in your game. Additionally, two mappable back buttons can be customized to suit your gaming preferences. This allows for faster, more efficient in-game actions, giving you a competitive edge and a personalized gaming experience. Beyond top-tier performance, the gamepad stands out with its captivating glow-in-the-dark design. After exposure to light, the controller emits a soft, luminous glow that adds a unique, fun twist to your gaming setup. This special feature not only looks cool but also enhances your gaming ambiance, giving your setup a fresh and stylish look when you're in a darkened room. With bold style, responsive features, and a glow-in-the-dark design, the officially licensed Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo is ready for your next adventure.

2. Hori - Fighting Stick Alpha - Tournament Grade Fightstick for Playstation 5 - Black

Ding Ding Ding! Introducing the Fighting Stick α for PlayStation 5 by HORI! The fully featured tournament grade Fighting Stick α has brand-new replaceable artwork and arcade quality parts which can be opened for easy customization and maintenance. Equipped with HORI’s legendary HAYABUSA joystick, HAYABUSA matte high speed buttons, fully functioning touchpad, tournament lock, and 10ft cable. Take your fighting game skills to the next level and create four custom profiles through the companion app and switch between profiles on the fly using the Function Button. The convenient on-board audio and mic controls allow for all focus on the fight. Officially Licensed by Sony.

3. 8BitDo - Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller for Android and Windows with Hall Effect Joysticks - Purple

An ultimate controller! Available in Mint, Peach, Green, and Purple, with wear-resistant metal joystick rings, custom button mapping, and enhanced grip.

4. 8BitDo - Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller for Android and Windows with Hall Effect Joysticks - Peach

An ultimate controller! Available in Mint, Peach, Green, and Purple, with wear-resistant metal joystick rings, custom button mapping, and enhanced grip.

5. Turtle Beach - Recon Controller Wired Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One & Windows PCs with Remappable Buttons - Arctic Camo

The Turtle Beach® Recon™ Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One & Windows is the first controller to pair game-changing audio innovations with game-winning controls. Features: Turtle Beach Audio Advantage: Easy access audio controls only available from Turtle Beach including EQ presets, game & chat volume mix, mic monitoring and more. Superhuman Hearing®: From quiet footsteps sneaking up, to enemy weapon reloads, Superhuman Hearing® sound setting lets you hear every detail for the ultimate gaming audio advantage. Ergonomic Cooling Grips: Micro-cooling channels and a comfortable shape keep your hands cool and dry while reducing fatigue over long gaming sessions. Pro-Aim™ Focus Mode: One of two mappable buttons, Pro-Aim™ tunes thumbstick sensitivity for enhanced long-range accuracy. Whether it’s a long-range snipe, or a daunting free kick, choose between four levels of sensitivity to dial-in Pro-Aim™ just right. Two Mappable Quick-Action Buttons: Customize your gaming experience with two mappable buttons, allowing up to 4 different switchable profiles. Four Turtle Beach Signature Presets: Customize your game audio with four EQ presets: Signature Sound (Default) Bass Boost, Bass & Treble Boost and Vocal Boost. Vibration Feedback: Dual rumble motors in the handles and triggers enhance immersion for ultra-realistic next-gen gameplay. 3.5mm Headset Connection: Take advantage of proven Turtle Beach audio enhancements by plugging in any 3.5mm connected headset. Mic Monitoring: Hear and adjust the volume of your own voice to avoid shouting while you chat for clear communications. Responsive Controls: Play in confidence with textured triggers and bumpers, an accurate 8-way D-pad, and smooth thumbstick movement. Game & Chat Mix: Conveniently located game & chat mix controls. Officially Licensed for Xbox: The Recon™ Controller is built to dominate on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One and Windows. Technical Specifications: Compatibility: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S & Xbox One | Windows Connectivity: Detachable 10ft / 3m cable with Type-C USB Connector (Type-A at console) Audio Input/Output: 3.5mm audio port for stereo audio output & microphone input Weight: 0.66 lbs. / 300 grams Dimensions (mm): 180x183x73 Compatibility: Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One & Windows What’s In The Box: Turtle Beach® Recon™ Controller 10’ / 3m USB Cable Quick Start Guide

Game-Changing Audio Meets Game-Winning Controls. The Turtle Beach Recon Controller officially licensed for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One X, Xbox One S & Windows 10 PC’s is the first controller to pair game-changing audio innovations with game-winning controls. Plug in a 3.5mm headset and take advantage of proven Turtle Beach audio features like Superhuman Hearing, Mic Monitoring, Signature Audio Presets and more. Win more with Pro-Aim Focus Mode, which tunes thumbstick sensitivity for enhanced long-range accuracy, and save up to four selectable profiles on each of the two, rear quick-action buttons. Play for hours in comfort thanks to ergonomic cooling grips and feel every vital gaming detail with next-gen vibration feedback in the handles and triggers.

6. PowerA - Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S - PAC-MAN SE

The officially licensed PowerA Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S is a premium gamepad with competition-grade components and high-performance features. Equipped with Hall Effect thumbsticks and Hall Effect triggers with 3-way trigger locks, this controller offers an elite degree of precision and customization. Map up to 4 Advanced Gaming Buttons on the fly to maximize your gaming efficiency. Also, includes additional features such as Low Latency Wireless, Impulse Triggers, Dual Rumble Motors, anti-friction rings and more. Customize the controller via the PowerA Gamer HQ app and be ready for any match. Includes a 10 ft. USB-C cable. Works great on Windows 10/11. *Impulse Trigger compatibility varies by title. Multiple variables affect battery life estimate

7. PowerA - OPS v3 Pro Wireless Controller for PC & Cloud Gaming with Lumectra - Black

Dominate your opponent with the PowerA OPS V3 Pro Wireless Controller for PC and Cloud Gaming with Lumectra. You can choose between low-latency wireless connectivity on PC with a 2.4GHz USB adaptor, wired with the included USB-C cable or enjoy the flexibility of Bluetooth to game on Android, Tablet or Smart TVs. The Battle Dragon Wireless controller is equipped with magnetic Hall effect triggers for a smoother pull and reliable precision than contact-based triggers. Gain an edge with high-performance features like 3-way trigger locks, 4 mappable Advanced Gaming Buttons, and a programmable Turbo Button. This feature packed controller also includes a rechargeable battery and app support to fine-tune your controller settings.