Strategy games are typically known for their complex mechanics and, often in the case of real-time variants, rather overwhelming control schemes. Dozens of keyboard shortcuts are commonplace in the ...

Some games are hard due to complex controls, not challenging gameplay. Newer games blend intuitive controls with challenging gameplay. These games, like Sifu and Battle Brothers, offer a fine balance.

Ten more Xbox One games are now playable with touch controls on mobile devices, including Killer Instinct and Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Microsoft announced on Thursday. The controls are “one of ...

Before 1983, video games controls were clunky. Instead of thumbs and fingers to play, palms and entire fists were used to push, pull, and jerk joysticks. The interface worked, but it wasn’t ideal.