The Most Memorable Game Controllers from the Last 40 Years

[TechSpot Weekly Newsletter] Latest in tech May 16 Gaming Culture [The Most Memorable Game Controllers from the Last 40 Years]( As video games have evolved, so have the ways that we control them. In the very early days, there were just knobs, joysticks and trackballs. Today's controllers have one or two analog joysticks and anywhere from 10 to 12 buttons. Here's our list of [the most memorable]( console and PC controllers over the last four decades. As video games have evolved, so have the ways that we control them. In the very early days, there were just knobs, joysticks and trackballs. Today's controllers have one or two analog joysticks and anywhere from 10 to 12 buttons. Here's our list of [the most memorable]( console and PC controllers over the last four decades. Gaming Monitor [Acer Nitro XV273K Monitor Review: 4K and 144 Hz for Less]( The [Acer Nitro XV273K]( is the first monitor to bring a 4K resolution and 144 Hz refresh rate to gamers at a more affordable price point. 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