Tag: Controllers

With so many controllers on the market it can be hard knowing which one to pick up. Here at Thumb Culture we have the latest news and reviews of controllers, steering wheels and even mobile gaming peripherals to help you decide.

CRKD NEO S Purple Wave Edition Controller Review
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CRKD NEO S Purple Wave Edition Controller Review

You may remember back in November of 2024 we shared the news about a new controller from CRKD that was changing the game for rhythm games. That's the NEO S Purple Wave Edition and it was designed for use with Fortnite Festival and other rhythm-based games. And, I got my hands on one to review! The controller is available now on the CRKD website and will set you back £59.99. Beat Drop As I'm back in my Fortnite era, I knew that the best way to test the NEO S Purple Wave Edition was playing Fortnite Festival. Well, it couldn't be anything else surely, the controller itself says Fortnite Festival on it! Lets see how I got on. Design With its rectangular design, you could be fooled into thinking this won't be comfortable. Well, you would be partially right. If you are just picking ...
Moza Racing R3 Review
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Moza Racing R3 Review

Have you wanted to dive into the realm of sim racing? Ever been confused with all the wheel manufacturers out there? You may have heard of Thrustmaster, Logitech, and maybe even Fanatec. However, have you heard of Moza Racing? Because they may well be my favourite manufacturer out there. I was incredibly fortunate to be sent the Moza Racing R3 bundle. It comes with a nice set of pedals, a wheelbase, and a steering wheel. The Moza Racing bundle has incredible features, with something that might make it speed to the top of your wishlist. I Am Speed. As with every piece of hardware, you need to ensure it fits in your setup. The R3 is no different, but we will check out the design and then move on to some of the killer features of this small but mighty wheelbase. R3 Wheelbase The powerhous...
Aerosoft Truck & Bus Wheel System Review
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Aerosoft Truck & Bus Wheel System Review

We love racing games here at TC, well any type of vehicular experience. When we heard that Aerosoft were releasing the Aerosoft Truck and Bus Wheel System, well, we were intrigued. After a few emails with the ever-helpful PR, we were on the waiting list to receive one of these pieces of hardware. So what exactly is this hardware package? Let's dive into the rest of the article and find out what the features are, and find out whether the package is worth spending your hard-earned money on. In the bundle in the box comes three elements, steering wheel, gear stick and pedals. We will take a look at each individually, then give our final thoughts and give our verdict. Steering Wheel Toted as a "High-Performance Features" wheel, you might think this is going to be something incredibly s...
PowerA OPS V1 Wireless Controller Review
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PowerA OPS V1 Wireless Controller Review

PowerA are a peripheral company that has grown in popularity over the years. Best known for their cheap alternatives to the official controllers on the market. With a number of brand collaborations including Super Mario, Pokemon and many many more. However, this review will concentrate on the PowerA OPS V1 Wireless Controller for Cloud Gaming - Fortnite Edition, to give it its full name. Where are we dropping? If you've never checked out the PowerA website I highly recommend that you do. There are so many great controllers on there, especially in the Fortnite range. Be careful though, they will take all of your money. Design The PowerA OPS V1 is an Xbox-style controller, with asymmetric thumbsticks and standard face buttons. It's comfortable and extremely light at less than 300g. On th...
Introducing the NEO S Purple Wave Edition
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Introducing the NEO S Purple Wave Edition

CRKD have announced the NEO S Purple Wave Edition designed for use with Fortnite Festival and other rhythm-based games. Designed and manufactured in-house the controller is designed and engineered by team members behind the iconic hardware for Guitar Hero and DJ Hero.  Rhythm's Gonna Get You The NEO S transforms your Fortnite Festival experience thanks to the unique ergonomically designed Festival Attachment. Featuring five action buttons which replicate the frets on a guitar. Giving greater immersion and delivering a new dimension in music-based entertainment. Fans of Fortnite Festival can use the NEO S Purple Wave Edition controller to play Keytar, Drum, Mic, and Bass song parts, not only for guitar. The NEO S is compatible with PC and Nintendo Switch, with Xbox compatibilit...
New Victrix Pro BFG Call of Duty Controller Announced
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New Victrix Pro BFG Call of Duty Controller Announced

Turtle Beach Corporation, and Performance Designed Products LLC have announced the launch of their new Call of Duty-themed controller. The new Victrix Pro BFG Call of Duty – Field Op Wireless Controller is compatible with PlayStation 4/5 as well as PC. PDP’s Victrix brand works with pro gamers to design cutting-edge, competitive quality esports gear, including the award-winning and much lauded Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Controller. The latest collaboration between PDP and Activision celebrates the release of this year’s massive Call of Duty game. The Pro BFG Wireless Controller: Call of Duty – Field Op is built for Call of Duty-style action. It’s built for victories. Built for agility and precision. The decals are there just to tie it all together. Controller Features Pro BFG Wirel...
VelocityOne Multi-Shift Announced by Turtle Beach
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VelocityOne Multi-Shift Announced by Turtle Beach

Turtle Beach Corporation have revealed the latest accessory to join its award-winning line of VelocityOne simulation products: VelocityOne Multi-Shift. This premium universal racing sim shifter and handbrake module is designed with high-end materials and innovative versatility to deliver enhanced realism to most racing sim setups. Shift Your Gaming Up A Gear The VelocityOne Multi-Shift is plug-and-play on Windows PC as a standalone device, or on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One and Windows PC via Turtle Beach’s VelocityOne Race Wheel & Pedals kit. Versatile mounting options allow gamers to mount Multi-Shift to most desktops with the integrated clamp, or to sim rigs with the included hardware. Sim racers will also be able to swap between the H-gate shift knob and a short-throw shaft, a se...
GameSir Launches The Tarantula Pro
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GameSir Launches The Tarantula Pro

GameSir, the world-renowned brand in the gaming peripheral market have released the Tarantula Pro. Don't worry, this latest controller doesn't bite, but what it does do is pack an impressive punch in the features department. GameSir Weaves A Web The Tarantula Pro features a myriad of features that personally I love to see on a controller. Standing out with its unique design and lightning-fast response times. It's the ideal controller for gamers who want to stand out from the crowd. Compatible with the Switch, iOS, Android, PC and Steam, there is plenty of opportunity to get to grips with your Tarantula Pro. Flipping from PC to Switch also brings in a neat feature that I've never seen before. A face button gear mechanism rotates the face buttons so that they are all in the right alignm...
Fantech World Shooter 3 & Nova Pro Controller Review
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Fantech World Shooter 3 & Nova Pro Controller Review

Who doesn't love fancy new controllers when they're playing games? We got our hands on two new Fantech World multi-platform controllers and have been trying them out for the past few weeks. With a simple set up, the Nova Pro and the Shooter 3 controllers were easy to use straight out of the box  - a perfect plug and play pairing that works for any type of gamer. After testing them out, there are pros and cons for both controllers so let's get into it! New additions to the Fantech Catalogue Design The Nova Pro The Nova Pro features a standard PlayStation controller layout with a responsive touchpad. Despite it's relatively low price point in comparison to a standard PS controller, it feels like a high quality piece of equipment. I received the Polaris variant of it and I have to...
Aerosoft Truck & Bus Wheel System Arriving in October
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Aerosoft Truck & Bus Wheel System Arriving in October

Simulation experts Aerosoft announce that their Aerosoft Truck & Bus Wheel System will be available in the Aerosoft Shop from 31st October 2024. The steering wheel has been specially made for truck and bus simulators, whilst the gearshift unit and a set of three pedals ensure the highest possible level of driving realism. Beep Beep! The Aerosoft Truck & Bus Wheel System was specially designed by Aerosoft for truck and bus simulations to create the most authentic driving experience possible. The steering wheel has a diameter of 40 cm and a steering angle of 1080°. The force feedback gives players a realistic feel for the behaviour of their vehicle in every bend and during every overtaking and parking manoeuvres. Details such as fully functional indicator and retarder levers as w...