Raizer Raion: Fightpad for PS4 and PS5, Arcade Fightpad

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Some advanced level fighters still think of a mechanical keyboard as the best controllers for fighting games. Next, the Hitbox. We think it's a fantastic design that offers the best accuracy and precision possible, making it perfect for those aiming for the top. Ultimately, however, it's a strange design that isn't suited for every game. The more fast-paced your game or character is, the more likely you are to trip over your own fingers. We suggest you try out this controller once you're more well-versed in the medium and want to min-max your performance. The center column still has the central PS4 components. The share and options buttons are round and circular. There’s a touchpad, which looks small, but is actually about the same size as the original. Razer moved the PS button up to just below the touchpad because the Raion does not have an internal speaker. Below that, there are a pair of buttons – one mutes your mic, the other is one-button volume control. Press together, they also enable tournament mode, which turns off the menu or system-level buttons.

The Hit Box is a beast of a unit with large arcade style buttons. And you might notice it’s missing something. HORI has been making controllers for fighting game enthusiasts for many years now. So they know what they are doing. And they know what fans want and do not want. There's a reason why Nintendo and Smash Bros players still use the GameCube controller. Familiarity is a big reason, but it's also because the game was designed with that controller in mind. Plus, you'll have a much easier time learning and playing Smash Bros with the right tools. The six action buttons are perfect for fighting games, and the Sega Saturn style dpad is great for precision movement. In many cases, players prefer a button layout that has six front facing buttons on the right side (three on top, three on bottom).And it makes sense… a lot of gamers play on PC and started with what they had… a mouse and a keyboard. The Razer Panthera, considered serious hardware for dedicated gamers, is compatible with PC, PS3, and PS4. Many professionals use and recommend it because of the ample room, Sanwa Denshi buttons, the board, and the gate. Razer Panthera is customizable, and the manufacturer consistently offers updates. We’ve covered some of the classics here on RetroDodo: Best Street Fighter Games, Best Mortal Kombat Games, Best Anime Fighting Games. So, we've made mention of three prominent styles of controllers for fighting games, but which should you choose? And lastly… a wired controller will always be preferable over a bluetooth connection due to the possible tiny delay on input, which will make all the difference in an intense fight.

In fact, the Sega controllers are some of the best first party offerings for fighting games, so it makes sense why 8BitDo has their own Sega style controller (which was also a candidate for this list). If you need something that feels a bit beefier, they sell a metal plate for the bottom that will add the weight and make it feel more secure. Whatever your favorite flavor of fighting game and whatever your level of skill, what are gonna be some of the absolute best controllers? Are you a fan of old-school hardware? The Sega Genesis's iconic six-button layout is an absolute masterpiece. However, it's not too compatible with modern technology. Fortunately for us, 8BitDo tried their hands at a replicated version, and the results are just as stunning.CurryPowderKeg79 There's a bluetooth version of the M30 that doesn't require an adapter for the Switch. Works perfectly. Device Status will change from “OFFLINE” to “ONLINE” once the Fighting Commander OCTA has been recognized. (You may not release the MENU and VIEW buttons).Please refer to the image below: So, the Fusion FightPad looks the part, but how does it actually perform? Can it really hold a candle to the Saturn controller, and does it supplant the 8BitDo M30 as the pad of choice for fighting game aficionados? Well, let's talk about that D-Pad first. Because it has a 'rolling' design it's well-suited for pulling off the smooth motions required for special moves in games like Street Fighter and King of Fighters, but, try as we might to shake the feeling, something doesn't feel quite right here.

The Brook Sniper Converter is something completely different! Although it's primarily aimed at bringing mouse/keyboard functionality to console FPS titles, fighting game fans can also take advantage of it when it comes to tournament play, especially if they're more comfortable with the control scheme. It's a real shame that the Fusion FightPad doesn't quite live up to the hype because the Saturn controller it takes so much inspiration from is utterly superb. If you're not bothered about fighting games and simply want a decent wired pad that's great for old-school arcade titles (the Contra, Castlevania and Konami Arcade collections spring to mind) then this is a solid choice, but sadly when it comes to playing fighting games – the very genre it was created to cater for – it's somewhat less successful. Hardware Review: The PowerA Fusion FightPad Is Great For Retro, But Ironically Not So Good For Fighters

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I’ve been PCMag’s home entertainment expert for over 10 years, covering both TVs and everything you might want to connect to them. I’ve reviewed more than a thousand different consumer electronics products including headphones, speakers, TVs, and every major game system and VR headset of the last decade. I’m an ISF-certified TV calibrator and a THX-certified home theater professional, and I’m here to help you understand 4K, HDR, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and even 8K (and to reassure you that you don’t need to worry about 8K at all for at least a few more years). The pro controllers will work with supported PlayStation ® 4 games on the PlayStation ® 5. They will not work with new PS5™ games. Once you get into the swing of things, your off-hand should be able to move as fast and as confident as your main hand when it comes to pulling off moves and combos. You won't need to worry about overshooting a quarter circle and inputting the wrong move entirely, as you'll be able to do down, diagonal, right and pull off a fireball without even thinking about it.