PC gaming is largely synonymous with keyboard and mouse control, especially for genres like first-person shooters and strategy games that demand precision. However, some PC games are surprisingly better suited to controllers. Reflex-based action and fast-paced melee combat often benefit from a gamepad's intuitive controls. Many titles originating on consoles and subsequently ported to PC also maintain a controller-centric design.
While most PC releases strive for robust keyboard and mouse support, certain genres lend themselves more naturally to controllers. This is particularly true for franchises that began on consoles, carrying their control schemes over to the PC platform.
Recent Releases and Upcoming Titles Potentially Better with Controllers:
The end of 2024 saw several high-profile releases, many excelling with keyboard and mouse input. However, some upcoming titles show promise for a superior controller experience:
- Freedom Wars Remastered: A PS Vita port echoing the Monster Hunter formula, suggesting a natural fit for controller play.
- Tales of Graces f Remastered: The "Tales" series consistently performs better with gamepads, and this remaster is expected to follow suit.
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: The combat system closely resembles its predecessor, which was better played with a controller on PC.
- Marvel's Spider-Man 2: A PS5 port to PC, often indicating a controller-first design, though keyboard and mouse might still be viable.
A Note on 2024's Releases: Games like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Infinity Nikki, Marvel Rivals, Path of Exile 2, and Delta Force, while excellent, generally performed better with keyboard and mouse. Legacy of Kain Soul Reaver 1&2 Remastered, however, showed a slight preference for gamepad control.
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Games Slightly Better with Controllers:
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