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Meet the XBOX Nano Controller

XBox Wire says Microsoft is introducing the XBOX Nano Controller, a pocket-sized pad aimed at younger players, smaller hands, and anyone who wants a more portable option. It keeps all …

Official XBox Wire · 4 hours, 39 minutes ago
SDL release-3.4.18 Released

SDL 3.4.18 is out as a stable bugfix release, and it focuses on crash fixes, input cleanup, and a few platform-specific rendering and device quirks. Highlights include startup and shutdown …

Tech SDL (GitHub Releases) · 1 week, 4 days ago
Prepare for Emergence Day with the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controllers

Microsoft is rolling out Gears of War: E-Day hardware tie-ins ahead of the game’s launch, including a $89.99 limited-edition Xbox Wireless Controller now available for preorder. A second controller can …

Official XBox Wire · 2 months ago
Microsoft launching improved Xbox Adaptive Thumbstick Toppers

Microsoft is updating its Xbox Adaptive Thumbstick Toppers with a new Goal Post design aimed at higher-force use. For teams thinking about accessibility, this is a small hardware tweak that …

News Game Developer · 4 months, 3 weeks ago
The Steam Controller will retail for $99

The Steam Controller is set to retail at $99, making it a notable addition to the gaming hardware market. This price point could influence developers' decisions on controller compatibility and …

News Game Developer · 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Finally, a new controller that solves the Switch 2's "flat Joy-Con" problem

The new Nyxi Hyperion 3 controller addresses the ergonomic issues of the Switch 2's flat Joy-Con design. With its magnetic connection feature, it enhances handheld gameplay, making it a significant …

News Ars Technica · 8 months, 3 weeks ago