How do you like to play your computer games?

Tell us what input device you prefer to use to play your PC games. (Image: d1sk, emre akkoyun, naruedol via Adobe Stock, Microsoft)

The debate between controller and keyboard and mouse has divided the gaming community into two camps for ages. While some hail the controller as a preferred tool for unbeatable convenience, others swear by the precision and flexibility of classic computer controls.

So we want to know from you: How do you prefer to play your computer games?

Both input methods have their advantages.

Speaking of controllers: Controllers have come a long way since the days of the first consoles and are now widely used and supported on PCs. With their ergonomic shape and analog sticks, they provide greater precision in movement, especially in racing, sports, and platform games.

Many gamers appreciate the comfort that the controller provides, especially during long gaming sessions on the couch.

Speaking of keyboard and mouse: However, the keyboard and mouse combination remains the undisputed choice for genres such as first-person shooters, real-time strategy games, and MMORPGs.

The precision of the mouse during rapid aiming movements and the multitude of freely assignable keys on the keyboard allow for control and versatility that is difficult to achieve with a controller. In competitive gaming, this can make a huge difference.

The boundaries between the two worlds are becoming increasingly blurred: Many PC gamers now use hybrid setups, switching between control methods depending on the game. Game developers are taking this development into account and are increasingly optimizing their titles for both input methods.

The question now is: controller or keyboard and mouse?

We want to know how you prefer to play your PC games. Do you like to use a controller on your PC or do you prefer the precision of a keyboard and mouse combo? Take our survey and cast your vote. Thanks for participating!

How did you vote? Let us know in the comments below why you prefer your controllers or keyboard and mouse combo. Do you have any unbeatable arguments for one device or the other? And do you currently have a keyboard, mouse, or controller you can particularly recommend? Then please share with us!