Every console comes with a controller. These are optional upgrades, by maker data, not tested by us.
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Our three picks
Save money Sony · PS5DualSense
Who is it for?Everyone who already has one with their PS5. You do not need a second controller for GTA VI.
- Feedback
- Haptic feedback with two actuators
- Triggers
- Adaptive triggers (depends on the game)
- Connection
- USB-C cable or Bluetooth
Upgrade Sony · PS5DualSense Edge
Who is it for?Players who want buttons on the back and a saved profile per game.
- Back buttons
- Half-dome and lever back buttons in the box
- Profiles
- Quick-swap control profiles
- Fine-tuning
- Triggers, stick sensitivity, dead zones, vibration
Best for most Sony · PS5, PC, Mac, PlayStation PortalPULSE Elite
Who is it for?PS5 players who want wireless sound and their phone connected at the same time.
- Connection
- PlayStation Link, plus Bluetooth
- Battery
- Up to 30 hours; 10 minutes of charging gives up to 2 hours
- Microphone
- Retractable boom mic with AI noise rejection
All models
- Best for most
Sony · PS5, PC, Mac, PlayStation PortalPULSE Elite
Who is it for? PS5 players who want wireless sound and their phone connected at the same time.
- Connection
- PlayStation Link, plus Bluetooth
- Battery
- Up to 30 hours; 10 minutes of charging gives up to 2 hours
- Microphone
- Retractable boom mic with AI noise rejection
Maker page, checked 9 Nov 2026. ✓Status: Confirmed
- Save money
Sony · PS5DualSense
Who is it for? Everyone who already has one with their PS5. You do not need a second controller for GTA VI.
- Feedback
- Haptic feedback with two actuators
- Triggers
- Adaptive triggers (depends on the game)
- Connection
- USB-C cable or Bluetooth
Maker page, checked 9 Nov 2026. ✓Status: Confirmed
- Upgrade
Sony · PS5DualSense Edge
Who is it for? Players who want buttons on the back and a saved profile per game.
- Back buttons
- Half-dome and lever back buttons in the box
- Profiles
- Quick-swap control profiles
- Fine-tuning
- Triggers, stick sensitivity, dead zones, vibration
- In the box
- Braided USB cable, carrying case
Maker page, checked 9 Nov 2026. ✓Status: Confirmed
- Controller
Microsoft · Xbox Series X|SXbox Wireless Controller
Who is it for? Every Xbox player. One comes with the console.
- Power
- AA batteries, up to 40 hours
- Connection
- Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth
- Extras
- Share button, 3.5 mm headset jack
Maker page, checked 9 Nov 2026. ✓Status: Confirmed
- Controller
Microsoft · Xbox Series X|SXbox Elite Series 2
Who is it for? Xbox players who want paddles and adjustable stick tension.
- Battery
- Up to 40 hours per charge
- Paddles
- 4 assignable paddles (medium and mini)
- Sticks
- Tension adjustable in 3 steps
- Profiles
- 3 custom plus 1 default profile
Maker page, checked 9 Nov 2026. ✓Status: Confirmed
- Headset
Microsoft · Xbox Series X|S, WindowsXbox Wireless Headset
Who is it for? Xbox players who want to hear the console and their phone at the same time.
- Connection
- Direct to the console, Bluetooth 5.3
- Battery
- Up to 20 hours; 30 minutes of charging gives about 4 hours
- Microphone
- Two mics, auto-mute, voice isolation
Maker page, checked 9 Nov 2026. ✓Status: Confirmed
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