12 Best Mobile Game Controllers (2023): iPhone or Android
12 Best Mobile Game Controllers (2023): iPhone or Android
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Mobile gaming has never been more popular. You can relax with a casual puzzle, indulge your tower defense addiction, or dip into some competitive shooter action. These days, there’s something for everyone. The latest phones can run demanding, graphically impressive titles, so ports of popular PC and console games are increasingly common, but they’re not always fun to play with touchscreen controls. What you need is a mobile game controller.
We tested several of the top smartphone controllers by playing various games for hours at a time to find the very best performers. These are our favorites. We’ve marked which platform each controller officially supports, though there may be others that unofficially work. And be sure to check out our many other guides, including the Best iPhones, Best Android Phones, and Best Mobile Games, to level up your gaming kit.
Updated April 2023: We added a new controller from Nacon, a section with advice on connecting and configuring controls, and updated prices and links throughout.
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