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The best controllers for GTA 6

Sony says GTA 6 uses DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers. Haptics also drain batteries fast, so a charging dock is the cheapest upgrade on this list.

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PS5

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Spare pad

DualSense Controller (Midnight Black)

Sony says GTA 6 uses DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers, so a spare official pad is the right second controller.

PS5Great gift
  • Haptic feedback
  • Adaptive triggers
  • Built-in mic
  • Battery drains fast with haptics on
Typical priceabout $54 to $75
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Pro pick

DualSense Edge

Back paddles and trigger stops help with fast driving and shooting. Battery life is the trade-off.

PS5
  • Back paddles
  • Swappable stick modules
  • Trigger stops
  • Shorter battery life than the standard pad
Typical priceabout $160 to $200
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Best value dock

PowerA Twin Charging Station (DualSense)

Haptics drain the battery fast. This keeps two pads charged and ready.

PS5Great gift
  • Charges 2 controllers
  • Officially licensed
  • Only for DualSense controllers
Typical priceabout $16 to $28
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PlayStation DualSense Charging Station

Sony's official two-controller dock, a tidy alternative to cables.

PS5Great gift
  • Charges 2 controllers
  • Official Sony
  • Costs more than third-party docks
Typical priceabout $30 to $40
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Xbox

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Spare pad

Xbox Wireless Controller (Carbon Black)

The standard Xbox pad, cheap enough to grab a second one for co-op.

Xbox, PCGreat gift
  • Works on Xbox and PC
  • Share button
  • AA batteries or rechargeable pack
  • Runs on AA batteries out of the box
Typical priceabout $40 to $65
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Questions

Is there a GTA 6 controller?

Sony announced limited-edition GTA VI DualSense controllers for launch day. Check the PlayStation store and major retailers; it was not listed on Amazon US when we checked.

Is the DualSense Edge worth it?

If you play a lot and want back paddles, yes. Its battery is shorter than the standard pad, so pair it with a dock.

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