Love fighting games but never used a fight stick? Sony’s new peripheral could be perfect for you.

Welcome back to The Backlog! For January, we are diving into games based on the word “fight,” but this doesn’t limit the games to a specific playstyle. Last week we covered the neverending brawl that ...

Sony goes into more detail about the fight stick in a new video: ...

Project Defiant, the wireless fight stick for PlayStation 5 and PC developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, is officially named FlexStrike, the company announced. It will launch in 2026, and will ...

What is the best fight stick? A good fight stick gives you better control, accuracy, and tactile feedback in arcade-style games of all types. They're more comfortable, natural, and satisfying to ...

Over the past 30 years, video games have grown from a toy, to a niche hobby, and finally into mainstream entertainment. Within the wide world of games, however, there are still subcultures with a ...

We’re having a look at the pros and cons of using a controller vs fight stick for Street Fight 6. Combat games have been about much longer than gaming consoles and their controllers. The Street ...

For professional-level video game players, especially those who play fighting games, traditional grip controllers don't always provide the best possible experience. Controlling everything with just ...

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GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. The arcade joystick–or “fight stick” as it’s generally known in the ...