Published Oct 22, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT

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Since its launch, the Xbox 360 controller has been the gold standard for PC gaming (and , frankly, a bar every console controller needs to meet). If you've ever used one, it's not hard to see why; the Xbox 360 controller fits most hands comfortably — yes, even the tiny ones — and is incredibly durable.

While the controllers had their fair share of design faults , like bumpers that would get stuck or cords that would wear out, plenty still work after years of use. Show me an Xbox Elite controller that's still working that smoothly.

I still use an Xbox 360 controller as my primary PC gaming device. I've tried others, but it just doesn't feel the same. Maybe it's nostalgia.…