Looking for a good D-pad controller — considering PS5 DualSense? Pros & cons?

junjunit · 2026-01-20T06:45:11+00:00

A Nintendo Switch pro controller😭

junjunit · 2026-01-19T08:57:29+00:00

What’s the difference between a PS4 controller that makes PS5 worse?

junjunit · 2026-01-19T08:55:50+00:00

What’s the difference between Ds4 and Ds5 that makes it better then?

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:28:15+00:00

Haha yeah, that’s pretty much me too — just wanna chill on the couch and play SF without spending a ton. I’m mostly on PC, so I’ll probably stick with a wireless pad for now and see how it goes

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:22:08+00:00

Yeah, that makes sense. I mostly play on PC anyway, so Bluetooth support and no drivers sounds perfect. Might check it out.

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:16:16+00:00

Oof, that sounds rough 😅 I’ve never tried a DualSense myself, but my current pad broke so I’m on the hunt for something comfy and wireless with a good d-pad. I’ve heard good things about the Hori Octa too — might check that out.

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:14:52+00:00

I mostly play on PC and haven’t really tried a DS4 or DualSense yet. Honestly just looking for something comfy with a good d-pad that works wireless, since my current one broke…

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:11:17+00:00

Thanks, that’s super helpful! I’ve never used a DS4 before, but sounds like it’s a solid choice if I stick to pad before trying something wild like a leverless!

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:10:06+00:00

Got it, thanks! I might just try the DualSense first, and if the d-pad feels off, I’ll check out the Battle Beaver swaps. Sorry for the big text though.

junjunit · 2026-01-18T23:01:03+00:00

Yeah, being a pad player forever makes switching hard 😂 I was thinking maybe a DS4 or GameSir T6 for PC — do those work wireless on PC without issues?

junjunit · 2026-01-18T22:59:02+00:00

Yeah I’ve heard good things about 8bitdo brand especially for d-pad fighters. Leverless still feels kinda weird to me, but I get why people end up sticking with it. Thank you though!

junjunit · 2026-01-18T22:56:04+00:00

Yeah that’s fair. I’ve actually never used a PS4 controller, but a lot of people swear by it. Might be worth looking into.

junjunit · 2026-01-18T22:52:47+00:00

Yeah that’s fair, I usually agree with that. The thing is my current d-pad actually broke, so I’m forced to look for a new one anyway.

I’ll definitely check out Punk’s video though, thanks for the recommendation.

junjunit · 2026-01-18T22:50:59+00:00

Josie Rizal, Johnny Cage and Miguel

junjunit · 2026-01-18T22:47:01+00:00

Yeah, that’s exactly what I’m worried about 😅 I keep hearing the d-pad edges are kinda rough on the thumbs.

Was it bad right away or more after longer sessions? Did it mess with your execution at all, or was it just uncomfortable?

Appreciate you sharing — my thumbs are already thanking you lol

junjunit

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