Controller designs have always had an impact on the user experience of a game system. Companies are continuing to alter controller designs in order to improve the way a consumer interacts with their gaming system. One of the noteworthy innovative designs comes from 8BitDo, which created a controller that is fully customizable. This means that users are able to decide their own button layout.
Another important controller was designed by Daniel Cheung, and it is titled the 'Playdream' controller. The Playdream controller has a Google button, which allows the user to operate the Google Assistant whenever needed.
Lastly the 'HORI Split Pad Controller' is a peripheral device for the Nintendo Switch, where users attach the device to a Nintendo Switch for a more ergonomic design.
20 Game Controller Designs
From Bespoke Button Configurations to Ergonomic Mobile Controllers:
Daniel Johnson — Sep 27, 2019 — Tech
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Special Edition Ergonomic Controllers
The DAEMON X MACHINA Hori Controller is Customized
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Game Streaming Service Controllers
This Conceptual Google Stadia Controller Has a Compact Design
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Immersive VR Seat Controllers
The 'VRGO Mini' Pushes Users Further into the Digital Experience
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Preprogrammed Gamer Communication Controllers
The Nyko Sound Pad Has Built-in Sound Effects
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Semi-Translucent Game Controllers
The Xbox One Phantom Controller Comes in White and Clear Designs
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Modular Multifunctional VR Controllers
The 'Mixed Reality Controller' Immerses Users in Gameplay
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Revamped Retro Gaming Controllers
The Atari VCS Classic Joystick Brings Back a Classic Experience
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Voice Assistant Game Controllers
The Conceptual 'Playdream' Controller is Angular and Robust
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Modular Customization Game Controllers
The SCUF Prestige Controller Can be Remapped by Players
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Ergonomic Mobile Console Controllers
The HORI Split Pad Pro Controller Has a Full-Size Design
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Gaming Controller Audio Integrations
The Google Stadia Controller Will Have Bluetooth Audio
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Blue Camo Gaming Controllers
Microsoft Revealed the Midnight Forces II Wireless Xbox Controller
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Touchpad Smartphone Game Controllers
The HandScape 'MUJA' Touchpad Controller is Customizable
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Braille Video Game Displays
Microsoft Created a Patent for a Braille Controller Display on Xbox
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Bespoke Button Configurations
8BitDo Has Created a Fully Customizable Controller
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Game Character-Themed Controllers
PowerA Created Two Overwatch-Themed Controllers for the Switch
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Dual-Purpose Gaming Controllers
SNK Announced the Neo Geo Arcade Stick Pro with 20 Titles
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Vintage Controller Compatible Remakes
Nintendo Has Filed with the FCC for a SNES Switch Controller
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Customizable Controller Designs
Microsoft's New Controller Has an Improved Rechargeable Design
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Fall Fashion Game Controllers
The New PlayStation Dualshock 4 Wireless Controllers are Stylish
Related Ideas
Enhanced Mobile Game Controllers
Backbone Released its 2nd-Generation Suite of Bumper Controllers
Retro-Futuristic DJ Consoles
The Conceptual teenage engineering OP-J DJ Console is Advanced
Chromatic Cost-Conscious Controllers
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Works with Windows and Android Devices
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Rotating Display Gaming Consoles
The Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Work in Two Orientations
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi Ultra Mobile Gaming Controller is Responsive
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Dependable Multi-Console Controllers
The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller is Durably Built
Retro-Themed Mechanical Keyboards
8BitDo's Latest Keyboard is Inspired by SNES-Era Gaming
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Console-Style Smartphone Controllers
The GameSir G8 Galileo Works on Android and iOS Devices
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Retro-Inspired Handheld Concepts
AYANEO Announced the 'Pocket DMG' as Part of its 'REMAKE' Line
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Health-Conscious Mouse Designs
The 'Ergo' Ergonomic Mouse Concept by Pranav Kuber is Advanced
Screen-Equipped eSports Controllers
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Wireless Controller is Advanced
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Millennium Gamer Mechanical Keyboards
The 8BitDo Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard is Xbox-Inspired
Antihero Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Cheeky Controller is Said to Be Designed by Deadpool Himself
Stylish Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition is Chic
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Steampunk Multifunctional Computer Mouse
Tride Design Creates the Sleek D Mouse Device
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
High-Power Mobile Gaming Devices
The AYANEO Pocket DMG Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2
80s Computer-Inspired Keyboards
The 8BitDo C64 Edition Retro Keyboard is Commodore 64-Inspired
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Professional-Grade PC Controllers
Scuf's 'Envision Pro' is Designed for eSports Play
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers
The Octopus Arcade Stick Brings the Arcade to the Living Room
Special Edition Mobile Controllers
Backbone Announced a Special Edition Death Stranding Controller
High-End Phone Gaming Controllers
Backbone Changed the Packaging for its Backbone One V2
Horizontal Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO is Android-Powered
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
Wireless Controller Custom Kits
8BitDo Introduces the NGC Mod Kit for Custom Experiences
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Developer-Inspired Keyboard Lines
Higround and Hideo Kojima Unite on a Sleek Black Accessory Line
Retro-Inspired Gaming Controllers
The 8BitDo M30 Wired Controller for Xbox is Officially Licensed
Modular Game Console Controllers
Microsoft's Proteus Controller is Inclusive and Highly Customized
Musician-Approved Mobile Gamer Controllers
The Backbone x Post Malone Controller is Arriving Soon
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Aftermarket Console Connectivity Devices
The 8BitDo Retro Receiver Works with Retro Consoles
Customizable Touchscreen Display Keyboards
The DS Pixel Keyboard Also Works as a Display
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Special-Edition Branded Controllers
Sony is Releasing an Official Concord Controller for the Game
Dedicated Controller Charging Solutions
Nintendo Debuted a Standalone Dual Joy-Con Charging Stand
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Retro Console-Inspired Controllers
The Killscreen CubeSense Has a GameCube Inspiration for the PS5
Sleek Mechanical Keyboard Units
Drop Introduces Updates for its Alt, Ctrl, and Shift Keyboards
Electromagnetic Joystick Gaming Controllers
The GuliKit KingKong 2 Pro Has Patented Details
Translucent Game Controllers
Xbox's New Controller Comes In a Icy, Transparent Blue Colorway
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Retro Mechanical Numpad Devices
8BitDo Released a Dedicated Numpad for Professional Use
Industrial Folding Mouse Designs
The Conceptual Emergency Foldable Mouse is Angular
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
Mechanical Game Console Keyboards
The Megalodon 'Hitbox' Controller Works with Many Systems
Shapeshifting Ergonomic Keyboards
The Goldtouch Elite Adjustable Ergonomic Keyboard is Comfortable
Tea Brand-Inspired Controllers
The POPeART and Yorkshire Tea Launch a Set of Themed Controllers
Inclusive One-Handed Gamer Keyboards
This One-Handed Keyboard Concept is Accessible
Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The ELO Vagabond Works with Android and iOS Devices
Modular Arcade Gaming Systems
The Polycade Sente System is an Innovative Gaming Design
Highly Customizable Gamer Controllers
The modue Modular Control Station is Personalization-Ready
Inclusive Controller Accessories
Logitech Taps Sony for a New Disability-Supporting Controller Kit
Full-Size Retro Mechanical Keyboards
8BitDo Now Offers the 'Retro 108' Keyboard for 90s Nostalgia
eSports-Grade Mobile Controllers
The GameSir X4 Aileron Puts Console-Style Controls on Smartphones
Hybrid Wireless Controllers
Lenovo is Releasing an Official Legion Go Controller Wedge
Handheld PC-Grade Gaming Systems
The ONE XPLAYER X1 Has a 10.95-Inch Display and More
One-Handed Accessibility Controllers
Xbox Unveils a New One-Handed Controller for Disabled Persons
Virtual Reality Bendable Controllers
Minkyu Oh Designs the Cogito Concept with AR Technology
Comprehensive Tech Showcase Events
Logitech Announced Gadgets and Software at 'LogiPlay 2024'
Leverless Fighting Game Controllers
Turtle Beach Released its new 'Victrix Pro KO' Controller
Left Hand Gaming Controllers
Columbian Startup Evo Gameware Introduces the Hex Evo
Game Controller-Inspired Pasta Shapes
PlayStation Joins Pasta Garofalo on Play Your Pasta
Left-Hand Dynamic Game Controllers
Hex Gameware Launches the Hex Evo Controller to the Gaming Set
Jade-Constructed Game Controllers
Andy Chi Creates an Xbox Controller Inspired by the Han Dynasty
Original Controller Modification Kits
8BitDo's Newest Mod Kit Transforms Original GC Controllers
Modular Gaming Controller Concepts
The Lifil Multiverse Controller by Diego Perez Rogé is Advanced
Joystick-Focused Gaming Handhelds
The GameMT E6 Plus Places Emphases on its Dual-Stick Design
Ergonomic Smartphone Gaming Controllers
CRKS Presents the NEO S Mobile Kit and Wall Display Kit
Foldable Gaming Controller Concepts
The Swift Game Controller Concept Makes it Easily Portable
Gamepad-Like Game Controllers
CRKD Introduces the NES-Style Neo S Game Controller
Adaptive DIY Macro Keyboards
The Keybon is a Compact Customizable Device for Any Apps
Mobile-First Gaming Controllers
The SCUF Nomad Enhances Comfort and Performance for Mobile Gamers
Keychain-Sized Game Controllers
The 8BitDo Micro is a Wireless Controller that Fits in a Pocket
Multiplatform Low-Latency Gamepads
The Binbok Controller Uses a 2.4Ghz Connection for Low-Latency
Expandable Mobile Gaming Controllers
abxylute's S9 Controller Enables Cloud Gaming on Phones
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Controllers
The INVZI Mytrix is MFi Certified and High-Quality
Customizable Gaming Controllers
PB Tails' Crush Controller is Multifunctional and Interchangeable
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Wired Third-Party Controllers
GameSir Launched the 'T7' Licensed Controller for Xbox Consoles
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Game Console-Inspired Keycaps
8BitDo Launched New NES-Inspired 'Retro Keycaps' for its Keyboards
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Ergonomic Natural Movement Keyboards
The Flow Keyboard by NUIO Transforms Ergonomic Peripherals
Mechanical Mobile Gamer Controllers
The ROG Tessen Mobile Controller Elevates Android Phones
Cooling System-Integrated Controllers
The GameSir X3 Pro Has a Built-In Cooling System
Responsive Gamer Keyboard Models
The Spigen ArcPLAY Gaming Keyboard Has 8,000Hz Polling and More
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Editing-Focused Control Panels
Logitech Debuts the New MX Creative Console for Graphic Designers
Co-Branded Game Controllers
Sony and Team Asobi Launched an 'Astro Bot' Edition Dualsense
Mappable Mobile Gamer Controllers
The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is Android-Ready
Modernized Retro Controllers
8BitDo Released an Officially-Licensed NeoGeo CD Controller
Responsive Feedback VR Controllers
The 'Bstick' Haptic VR Controller Immerses Players into Content
Premium Controller Modules
Turtle Beach Launches the Stealth Pivot with Rotating Button Modules
Early Computer-Inspired Keyboards
8BitDo Released the 'M Edition' Mechanical Keyboard
Optical Arcade Controllers
Razer Introduces the 'Kitsune All-Button Optical' Arcade Controller
Inclusive Modular Controllers
Aiden Schutte Designs the Inclusive Free Play Controller Concept
Ergonomic Console-Housing Controllers
CRKD Updated its Nitro Deck to the 'Nitro Deck+'
Cartoon-Themed Gaming Controllers
PowerA Unveils a Kirby Wireless Controller for Switch and PC
Extendable Mobile Gaming Controllers
GameSir's 'X2s' Fits Larger Phones and Tablets
Voice-Controlled Gamepads
The 'Stoga' is a Smart Game Pad with Voice-Controlled Macros
Pink Tonal Gaming Controllers
Nintendo Previews the Upcoming Pink Colorway for the Joycons
Metallic Retro Game Controllers
8BitDo Debuted Two Limited-Edition Controllers for its Anniversary
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Portable Console Docking Stations
The 'Nitro Deck' Makes the Switch More Ergonomic
Creative-Centric Control Consoles
Logitech Introduces the MX Creative Console Device
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Multi-Platform Gamer Controllers
The EasySMX X05 Has Hall Effect Sensors and More
Console Accessory Applications
Sony Released a Windows Application for PlayStation Peripherals
Retro Gaming Controller Support
The New Retro Receiver by 8BitDo is a Versatile Modern Controller
Input-Clarifying Game Icons
Valve Added a Badge to Dualsense Controller-Verified Games on Steam
Royally Hued Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Astral Purple Has Contrasting Colors
Gilded Gradient Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Gold Shadow is Chic
Transparent Illuminated Gaming Controllers
The HyperX Clutch Gladiate Xbox Controller is Advanced
Branded Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The Turtle Beach iPhone Atom Controller is iOS-Ready
Orange-Tonal Game Peripherals
CORSAIR Unveils a New Peripherals Collaboration with Call of Duty
Multi-Platform Game Controllers
Gamesir Released the 'Cyclone 2' Series of Affordable Controllers