Its not as faithful a replica as the controllers that come with the Super NES Classic Edition, but the Buffalo Classic USB Gamepad is the best of all the SNES-clone controllers out there.

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Learn more Photo: Andrew Cunningham Electronics Gaming The Best PC Gaming Controller Updated October 29, 2018 Weve added long-term testing notes for the AmazonBasics Xbox One Controller and the Buffalo Classic USB Gamepad, based on several months of real-world use.

Your guide Andrew Cunningham Share this review After 15 hours of research and testingin addition to hundreds of hours of gaming in years pastweve found that the Sony DualShock 4 Wireless Controller (the one that comes with the PlayStation 4) is the best controller to use with your computer because it feels comfortable and responsive, connects over USB or Bluetooth, and works great with Steam, where most PC gamers get their games.

Our pick Sony DualShock 4 Wireless Controller Most comfortable for most hands The most comfortable and capable controller, it works great with Steam but might require some setup for other games.

Buying Options 47 from Amazon At the time of publishing, the price was 60.

The DualShock 4 (model CUH-ZCT2, released in late 2016) also has some nice extra features that few other controllers have, such as an internal rechargeable battery and a touchpad that can simulate a mouse cursor.

Making it work with non-Steam Windows or macOS games takes some extra effort, and headsets plugged into its audio jack dont work properly with computers, but those minor shortcomings will be relatively easy for most people to work around.

Advertisement Runner-up Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller Easier setup This is an easy-to-set-up alternative for people who prefer Xbox controllers or have large hands.

Buying Options 50 from Amazon 60 from Microsoft May be out of stock At the time of publishing, the price was 60.

You might like Microsofts Xbox Wireless Controller if you have larger hands, if you buy most of your games outside of Steam, if you want more color options, or if you simply prefer Xbox controllers.

Microsoft has made significant improvements to the third-generation revision of the controller, most notably the addition of Bluetooth so that you can use the controller wirelessly with PCs and Macs without needing to buy a separate dongle.

But the taller design makes reaching all the buttons more difficult, its analog sticks arent quite as comfortable, and it requires AA batteries unless you spring for the 25 rechargeable battery pack from Microsoft.

Or you can spend around 20 on a set of good rechargeable AA batteries and a charger.

Buying Options 25 from Amazon May be out of stock At the time of publishing, the price was 21.

If you want to spend less and you dont mind a wire, the AmazonBasics Xbox One Wired Controller gives you most of the features of Microsofts version for around half the price.

Its analog sticks and buttons are comfortable enough for hours-long gaming sessions, and since its compatible with the Xbox One, it takes advantage of the great Xbox-controller support built into both Windows and Steam.

It does feel a little cheaper than the official version, its vibration isnt as strong, and the headset jack produces tinny sound, but it feels and works better and has more features than anything else you can get for about 25.

Also great Buffalo Classic USB Gamepad For retro gamers If you like playing old games and want a more authentic experience, this is the best of the many SNES-style controller replicas.

Buying Options 32 from Amazon At the time of publishing, the price was 16.

If you play retro (or retro-throwback) games that dont need all the extra buttons, sticks, and triggers of modern controllers, a simpler gamepad can provide a better and more authentic experience.

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