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The best controller I arguably thing is the 360 controller. It just feels right to use in fighting games and fps. I like xboxs layout with the analog sticks.

Dualshock comes a close 2nd but was never a fan of the analog layout.

I find the n64 most jarring and I get that it was meant to be used differently for different games, but I still preferred the 3rd party options that took it closer to a standard gamepad.

Your thoughts?

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[–] owenfromcanada 2 points 6 months ago

My description of the perfect controller:

  • nice size and hand fit
  • left joystick is "up" at a natural spot (sorry PS enthusiasts, those low sticks suck)
  • buttons are "chicklet" style (Xbox round buttons feel awkward)
  • one set of trigger buttons are "throttle" style
  • sits on a flat surface without any buttons being pressed

Not sure if there's one out there that meets all of those. But I have a certain fondness for the GameCube controller. Always felt comfortable, and I actually liked the asymmetric button layout.