Game Controllers

CNET Rating

7.0

Reviewed on
05/09/2008

$27 to $41
at 8 stores
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Nyko Kama Wireless Nunchuk (Wii)
While it's more of a luxury accessory than a must-have accessory, the Nyko Kama Wireless Nunchuk does a good job of eliminating that final cable from your Wii's controller.

CNET Rating

6.7

Reviewed on
04/10/2008

$56 to $79
at 12 stores
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Belkin Nostromo n52te
Superior customization software makes the Belkin Nostromo n52te a worthwhile choice for fans of PC shooters, but the high price may drive gamers to more affordable alternatives.
Specs: External, PC, Mac, USB, 4 pin USB Type A, Game pad, Wired, Black, Keypad, Joystick, 8-way D-pad

CNET Rating

6.0

Reviewed on
04/08/2008

$44 to $59
at 7 stores
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Nyko Zero Wireless Controller (PS3)
The Nyko Zero Wireless controller makes for a decent secondary or back-up controller, but doesn't fully match the comfort and performance of the DualShock 3.
Specs: External, Game console, AA type, USB, 4 pin USB Type A, Game pad, Wireless, Triggers, Two thumb sticks

CNET Rating

8.0

Reviewed on
04/04/2008

$47 to $54
at 8 stores
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Sony DualShock 3 - black (PS3)
While it costs a bit more than it should, the DualShock 3 adds the rumble support that should've been present in the PS3 from the beginning.
Specs: External, Game console, Game pad, Wireless, Black, 4-way D-pad, Two thumb sticks

CNET Rating

6.8

Reviewed on
04/03/2008

$9 to $15
at 4 stores
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Nyko Perfect Shot (Wii)
The Nyko Perfect Shot is an affordable alternative to the Wii Zapper--we just wish it was as comfortable.

CNET Rating

7.0

Reviewed on
03/28/2008

$21
at 1 store
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Nyko Charger Grip (PSP 2000)
With only a couple of small downsides, the Nyko Charger Grip for PSP delivers exactly what it promises: a more ergonomic gaming experience on your slim PSP and up to 10 hours of extra battery life.

CNET Rating

6.7

Reviewed on
03/26/2008

$34 to $45
at 10 stores
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Saitek Cyborg Command Unit
Eminently configurable keys and a surprisingly useful analog stick make the Cyborg Command Unit one of the nicer gaming pads we've seen, but it's still a matter of personal taste whether it can or should replace your keyboard.
Specs: External, PC, USB, Command pad, Wired, 4-way hat switch

CNET Rating

7.0

Reviewed on
11/28/2007

$21 to $38
at 4 stores
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Nintendo Wii Zapper
While it isn't revolutionary, the Wii Zapper is a great Wii accessory--and for the price, you really are getting an excellent value.
Specs: Game console, Light gun

CNET Rating

6.3

Reviewed on
03/09/2007

$18 to $39
at 4 stores
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Mad Catz Arcade GameStick arcade stick
The Mad Catz Arcade GameStick offers more traditional arcade-style control options for the Xbox 360 (and PCs), but some design miscues keep it from being as great as it could be.
Specs: External, Game console, Arcade stick, Wired, Joystick, Wheel, Triggers, Thumb stick

CNET Rating

7.5

Reviewed on
02/09/2007

$79
at 1 store
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Nintendo WaveBird (platinum)
It's not the perfect controller for Virtual Console games, but the WaveBird remains the best wireless controller for playing older games on the Nintendo Wii.
Specs: External, Game console, AA type, Game pad, Wireless, Two thumb sticks, 4-way cross keypad

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