Despite various woes in both the gaming hardware and software department, one place where Microsoft has always been the undisputed leader in gaming (in my opinion) is when it comes to accessibility.

In the middle of the chaos of GDC 2025, Xbox Game Studios released a brand new Adaptive Joystick to help disabled gamers continue to play. The key element to this new design is that it allows players ...

Summary: Microsoft has announced a new controller aimed at players with disabilities called the Xbox Adaptive Joystick. It was designed as a companion accessory for the Xbox Adaptive Controller or ...

Accessibility aids are so often expensive to the point that it can become frustrating for gamers who might be restricted by conditions and disabilities of all kinds, but Xbox manages to keep its ...

Discover how controller customization for accessibility, back‑paddle controllers, and adaptive game controllers create inclusive gaming experiences and empower players of all abilities to play ...

Xbox controllers don't have a ton of features, but users have found third-party controllers that are just as reliable and expand how you play your games.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about video games, technology and pop culture. Xbox has introduced a brand new trio of limited edition wireless ...