If you're looking for a cheap controller to play retro games on your phone, it doesn't get better than GameSir's Pocket Taco.

Mobile gaming often feels like a commitment. Players are torn between modern power and the tactile controls that are much less precise than those of a controller. GameSir is looking to bridge that gap ...

The smartphone should have ushered in the next generation of Game Boy-like handhelds. They’re always in our pocket. They’re powerful enough to play so many games, past and present. They have pretty ...

8BitDo has teased a new controller during CES 2026 that turns your phone into a Game Boy. The controller is not yet available, but 8BitDo says it plans to launch it later this Summer. 8BitDo has ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. Add as a ...

"The Backbone One was and still is a great mobile controller--it's at the top of our phone controller best list (for now)--but the Backbone Pro offers a marked improvement in ergonomics, customization ...