The official DualSense controller is great, but the customization options here make it one of the best PS5 controllers. And it will still work perfectly with a default PS5 charging station.
If you just want a solid controller you can depend on to last a long time, both in a single play session and over years, the Victrix Pro BFG covers both angles. In the short term, it ditches the battery-draining DualSense haptic features that many players opt to turn off anyway in favor of a much longer 20-hour battery life. Because you can swap out the sticks and D-pad, you don’t have to worry about needing to replace the entire controller if one part breaks. Add in the back paddles and adjustable triggers and this is arguably the best option for the average gamer.
If you’re a mobile gamer, specifically using the PS5’s remote play option, then you absolutely need a Backbone One. This device easily connects to your iPhone and effectively turns it into a handheld console. The button and stick layouts are exactly as they are on the PS5, comfortable, and keep you from having to block the screen using touch controls. It works completely off your phone’s battery, meaning it will never die on you, and has its own audio jack for headphones too. The only downside is that Android users can’t join in on the fun.
If you’re a huge racing fan, there’s nothing like a realistic wheel and pedal set to really get in the zone — and this is one of the best models out there. You can order it now to ensure you get this wheel, which features leather wrapping for a luxurious grip and a built-in screen that can provide more than 20 different display options depending on the sort of data you want to see. The wheel houses 25 action buttons you can use and program, including dual-position encoders. There are also three preset modes you can switch between to adjust the advanced force feedback level. And don’t forget the excellent magnetic pedal set, which sports four spring configurations for the brake pedal alone. If you want to race in style, nothing else can beat this Thrustmaster!
