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10 Best Game Controllers For PC
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Sometimes you want to use a controller on your PC. Maybe you’re not playing a competitive shooter so there’s no need for a mouse. Having something like a controller will give players the ability to sit back and enjoy the game without being right up to the monitor as well. So in this list, we’re going to highlight some of the best PC game controllers that might be worth picking up. We’re not ranking these in any particular order as these controllers can range quite dramatically in price along with features. Whether you want the most top-of-the-line controller available or something that can hold you over for some basic gaming, there should be something for just about everyone on this list.
When Microsoft came to market with the Xbox Adaptive Controller back in 2018, they immediately opened up the entire gaming landscape to a whole new player. What was once thought of as a controller-only exercise, those with limited movement, mobility or other restrictions could now make the most of the Adaptive Controller’s magic to keep gaming forever more. And with the Logitech Adaptive Gaming Kit, the accessibility options have opened up once more. I won’t sit here and tell a lie – I think the combination of Adaptive Controller and Adaptive Gaming Kit is a match made in heaven. Quite frankly, they are both awesome pieces of kit.
Over the course of the last several years, Microsoft has worked to create policies, technology, and programs that invite more players to the table. Whether it was the Xbox Adaptive Controller adding immense accessibility to gaming interfaces or the Xbox Game Pass acting as one of the best deals in all of gaming, Microsoft’s efforts generally seem to prioritize comfort and care for its customer base. Now, it’s latest policy is turning attention to the developer side where Microsoft just announced that starting in August, it will reduce its take from PC game sales on the Microsoft store from 30 percent to a mere 12 percent.
Microsoft announced a five-year commitment to helping people with disabilities.
The initiative includes developing technology, creating opportunities, and improving inclusivity.
Microsoft announced several new partnerships and accessibility features as part of its extended commitment.
Microsoft announced a new five-year commitment to improve accessibility and to help people with disabilities. The company calls accessible technology a fundamental building block that can unlock opportunities in every part of society in a blog post. The post is written by Microsoft president Brad Smith. Microsoft also announced a set of new accessible by design features for Microsoft 365.
According to the World Health Organization, around 15% of people in the world have some form of disability. Efforts to improve access to technology directly affect over 1 billion people, and by extension, touch the lives of billions. Microsoft outlines three priorities for its initiative: