Game Controllers
Browse our range of game controllers, joysticks, gamepads, and controller boards for your next project. From Bluetooth gamepads to arcade joysticks and macro keypads, you'll find options for DIY gaming builds, retro consoles, and custom input devices.
Great for makers, STEM education, and hobbyists building interactive projects with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or CircuitPython. We ship across Australia from our local warehouse.
Dual-axis XY Joystick Module
SKU: LB-LR0001 | Brand: Little Bird
This convenient little module allows you to control both the X-axis and Y-axis using two 10k potentiometers. Also featured is an additional pushbutton switch providing another optional input for your project....
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Joystick Shield for Arduino
SKU: EC-ACS77312JS | Brand: Elecrow
Turn your Arduino into a simple game controller with this plug-and-play joystick shield. It features a two-axis thumb joystick with a select button plus four additional momentary push buttons — giving you retro game-p...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Thumb Joystick
SKU: SF-COM-09032 | Brand: SparkFun
This is a joystick very similar to the ‘analog’ joysticks on PS2 (PlayStation 2) controllers. Directional movements are simply two potentiometers - one for each axis. Pots are ~10k each. This joystick also has a se...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Mini Analog Thumbstick - Similar to Joycon Style
SKU: AF-5628 | Brand: Adafruit
A compact, self-centering analogue thumbstick with a feel and size similar to Nintendo Joy-Con joysticks. It uses two 10kΩ potentiometers (one for each axis) to provide proportional X/Y analogue output, plus a centre-...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
Mini Mountable Analog Joystick
SKU: PI-COM-B003 | Brand: Pimoroni
If you want to be a smooth operator then analog input is essential! This mini operators' joystick uses two 10KΩ potentiometers and a spring-back system for the X and Y axes making it a great input devi...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Thumb Joystick - Deluxe
SKU: SF-COM-16273 | Brand: SparkFun
A 16 mm deluxe thumb joystick similar to the analogue sticks found in PlayStation controllers. Two 10K potentiometers provide analogue position data for the full range of motion on both axes, and a built-in select but...
Delivered by Tue 23 Jun
PSP 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
SKU: AF-444 | Brand: Adafruit
Add a tiny joystick to your project with this PSP thumbstick. This is a replacement component for PSP1000's, but we think they'd make for a great little joystick/thumbstick add-on for a wearable, or portable pro...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Thumb Slide Joystick
SKU: SF-COM-09426 | Brand: SparkFun
A compact resistive analog joystick similar to those found on the PSP1000. Unlike traditional thumbstick joysticks, this one has a distinctive flat "slide" feel with a removable rubber thumb pad. Connect to an Arduin...
Delivered by Tue 23 Jun
Mini Analog Joystick - 10K Potentiometers
SKU: AF-3102 | Brand: Adafruit
A compact analogue joystick with two 10kΩ potentiometers and a spring-return mechanism. Unlike arcade-style joysticks that use clicking switches, this joystick provides smooth, proportional analogue output across a fu...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
SKU: AF-3103 | Brand: Adafruit
Sometimes a simple analog control device can be the perfect tactile solution for your project, but they can be surprisingly hard to come by. Luckily we've found a low cost, quality PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
Analog 2-axis Thumb Joystick with Select Button + Breakout Board
SKU: AF-512 | Brand: Adafruit
A PSP/Xbox-style analog thumb joystick with a built-in press-to-select button, mounted on a breakout board designed for easy panel mounting. Unlike simple directional joysticks, this analog stick provides precise, pro...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
Adafruit PyGamer Starter Kit
SKU: AF-4277 | Brand: Adafruit
Everything you need to build a pocket-sized gaming handheld — no soldering required. This starter kit bundles the Adafruit PyGamer with a rechargeable battery, acrylic enclosure, speaker, button caps, and a zipper car...
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Adafruit PyGamer for MakeCode Arcade, CircuitPython or Arduino
SKU: AF-4242 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit PyGamer is a pocket-sized, open-source gaming handheld built for DIY game development and retro emulation. Powered by the ATSAMD51 running at 120 MHz with 512 KB flash and 192 KB RAM, it features an analo...
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