A GameCube kiosk sits in a corner between a maximalist glass display of NES games and the front counter. Two black controllers protrude at waist level, shiny from myriad hands that have graced them — ...

Whether you're extra careful with them or constantly slamming them on tables and couches in fits of gamer rage, even the best of the Xbox Series X|S controllers on the market are bound to break down ...

BitDo, GameSir and Hyperkin have reignited retro game controllers but I think they need to clear one final level ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. CES 2026 ...

The GameSir x Hyperkin X5 Alteron looks too good to be true, but it has the hallmarks of a perfect pad for home and on the move. We’re barely a week into 2026, and we may already have the ultimate ...

I’ve been using the same smartphone controller on my iPhone for years. That’s partly because most options are so similar. Announced at CES 2026, the X5 Alteron couldn’t be more different. It’s a ...

If you're interested in picking up a GameCube-style controller for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, or PC, you should check out Amazon's deal on the NYXI Warrior Lite Wireless Controller. Normally $50, the ...

The Nintendo GameCube originally came out over 20 years ago now, and since then, there has been no official way to download some of the most iconic games of all time on a Nintendo console... until the ...

We’ve got rare deals splashing on the scene with Best Buy’s Labor Day sale. Some sweet savings await, and who doesn’t love a good discount? Plus, Red Sonja’s landing in the gaming world promises epic ...

Nintendo’s original GameCube controller is a bit of an oddball compared to its previous and following gamepads. Despite its strange button layout and toy-like color scheme, it became a beloved way to ...