The standard Xbox controller and DualSense are great controllers in their own right, and iterations over generations have led to them being fairly advanced gamepads. But when it comes to choosing the best controllers , there’s never really a one-size-fits-all solution, whether that be because of ergonomics, button feel, or additional features. And for competitive-minded players, brands like Scuf and Razer offer advantages with third-party controllers by tuning buttons, sticks, and triggers in specific ways or adding extras like programmable back paddles.
Victrix also belongs in the conversation with its high-end gear – it tends to be quite pricey, but the Gambit Prime bucks the trend by being an affordable feature-rich wired controller. Although it doesn’t nail every aspect I expect out of a pro-style controller, it’s a worthy option for those who take multiplayer games quite seriously. Aesthetically speaking, I wasn't necessarily a fan of the Gambit Prime’s look at first, but it’s not obnoxious so that it was an easy thing to get over once I started using it.
The contours of the handles and the tactility of the grips made the controller feel comfortable and secure to hold immediately. And since it’s a wired-only controller, it’s much more lightweight than its wireless counterparts. The triggers and bumpers have a nice angle that lets my fingers naturally rest over them and stay in place whenever I need to pull them.
Optional trigger stops on the back of the c.