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Gamepads are Becoming Increasingly Popular on Steam
On the occasion of adding support for PS5's controller to Steam, Valve revealed that the daily number of people using controllers in the service has doubled over the last two years.
video games
Adrian Werner
November 22, 2020
Steam Adds Initial Support for DualSense Controller
The test version of an update for Steam client added initial support for the DualSense controller. Developers promise full implementation in subsequent versions of the app.
hardware & software
Paul Musiolik
November 14, 2020
DualSense Uses Analog Sticks From DualShock 4
Recently published YouTube video shows that the same analog knobs were used in the controller for PlayStation 5 - DualSense - as in DualShock 4.
video games
Bart Swiatek
November 4, 2020
DualSense Will Have Removable Front Panel
A video that appeared on the web shows some new details about PlayStation 5's DualSense controller, such as the removable front panel.
hardware & software
Bart Swiatek
November 3, 2020
Sony Swaps Two Buttons on PS5's Controller
...but only in one country. The players from Japan will have to get used to the new button layout, forgetting their reflexes honed for almost 30 years.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
October 5, 2020
DualSense Controller Dissected
Several photos appeared on the web showing a dismantled DualSense pad. Thanks to this we can see what the PS5 controller looks like on the inside.
hardware & software
Bart Swiatek
September 28, 2020
Microsoft Reveals New Accessories for Xbox Series S/X
Microsoft has officially presented new accessories for its next-gen consoles. Among other things, another color version of the controller was shown.
hardware & software
Bartlomiej Sagan
September 22, 2020
How do PS5 Games Use the New Controller? DualSense Through the Eye of Devs
Developers working on the games coming to PlayStation 5 have shared how their projects will take advantage of the unique capabilities of the DualSense controller. Speakers included developers of games such as Gran Turismo 7, Horizon: Forbidden West, Deathloop and Godfall.
hardware & software
Christian Pieniazek
August 20, 2020
DualSense With Significantly Stronger Battery Than DualShock
A new photo of the DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 has been released online, showing a battery capacity of 1560mAh. By comparison, DualShock 4 offers about 1000 mAh.
hardware & software
Milosz Szubert
August 12, 2020
Unboxing of Xbox Series X and S Controller
There is a video on the web, showing the unboxing of Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S controller. It depicts the white version of the controller.
hardware & software
Adrian Werner
August 11, 2020
Xbox Series S Confirmed
The fan managed to buy a controller for the Xbox Series X console. Thanks to the instructions attached to it, we know that the cheaper and weaker version of the platform will be called Xbox Series S.
hardware & software
Adrian Werner
August 10, 2020
DualShock 4 Won't Work With PS5 Games; List of Compatible Devices
Today, Sony has presented a list of devices originally designed for PS4, which will also receive support on the next-gen console - PlayStation 5. Interestingly, the DualShock 4 pad will not work with games dedicated exclusively to PS5.
hardware & software
Paul Wozniak
August 3, 2020
Rumor: PS5 Controller and Its Battery Life
According to a new rumor, the controller for PlayStation 5 - DualSense - runs on a single charge 3-4 hours longer than DualShock 4. The hardware is also expected to have an improved touchpad and slightly different L1 and R1 buttons.
hardware & software
Bart Swiatek
August 3, 2020
DualSense Presentation; Comparison With DualShock
A live presentation of the DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 has finished. Journalist Geoff Keighley shared his first impressions of the controller and compared it with DualShock.
hardware & software
Paul Wozniak
July 17, 2020
Let's Watch First Hands-on of DualSense Controller
Today is the next edition of the Summer Game Fest, where journalist Geoff Keighley will present the DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 live.
hardware & software
Bart Swiatek
July 17, 2020
Microsoft Prepares New Gamepad, And it's Not Xbox Controller
Thanks to Microsoft's cooperation with 8BitDo, a gamepad dedicated to the xCloud service was created, which is tailored to play on a phone.
hardware & software
Mikolaj Laszkiewicz
July 7, 2020
Here's a Showcase of Official PS5 Accessories
During The Future of Gaming, Sony revealed official PlayStation 5 accessories such as a pad charging station, camera, headphones and remote control.
hardware & software
Adrian Werner
June 12, 2020
PS5 - DualSense's Vibrations Will let Us Feel Raindrops
According to developer Mike Bithell - creator of Thomas Was Alone - the DualSense pad for the PS5 will enable the player to „feel the raindrops”.
hardware & software
Bart Swiatek
May 19, 2020
Amazon Adds Cyberpunk 2077-themed Xbox Controller
Amazon has introduced the Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition wireless controller for Xbox One. The gamepad under license of the upcoming game is to debut soon.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
April 16, 2020
Valve's Patent Suggests Steam Controller 2 is Being Developed
A patent for a new controller from Valve has recently been published. It shows that the device will have replaceable buttons. Is this the new Steam Controller?
hardware & software
Arkadiusz Strzala
April 14, 2020