This tag collects our guides on game controllers, covering everything from battery care and joystick repairs to connecting them with phones and other devices. It is built for anyone who uses a console controller, PC gamepad, or mobile gaming accessory and wants to solve common hardware and software issues without guesswork.
The articles here tackle three main kinds of problems. First, you will find practical fixes for worn-out or broken hardware, such as how to replace the battery in an Oculus controller, fix a joystick that moves by itself, or remove a sticky joystick. Second, there are guides for connecting and syncing controllers across platforms, including how to connect a PS5 controller to your phone, use your phone as a Nintendo Switch controller, or sync a wireless PS3 controller. Third, the collection covers settings and configuration tweaks, like how to adjust deadzone joystick settings, disable a gamepad in Steam, or change joystick button configuration in Undertale.
Whether you need to check your PS4 controller battery, turn off the magnifier on Xbox, or make a wired controller wireless, these articles walk you through the steps to get your gear working the way you want. They focus on clear, actionable instructions for the specific devices and problems listed here.
