Ultimate Controller Thumbstick Guide To Boost Accuracy

Today we cover all things thumbsticks, from shape and size, to aftermarket add ons like kontrol freeks caps. All of these modifications should add to the overall comfort of your gaming sessions, now let's find out what is most important to increasing controller accuracy.
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0:00 Intro
0:48 History of Analog Sticks
1:27 Domed, Concaved, and Hybrid Shaped
3:14 Stick Height
4:03 Anti Friction Rings
4:12 Raise That Right Stick
4:55 Stick Width
6:36 What Dimensions Matter
7:00 No Need For a Tall Left Stick
7:27 Thumbstick Material
8:13 Thumbstick Caps
13:22 Final Thoughts
14:18 Thank You For Watching
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[@gerraayres2972]

extremely detailed and specific information, recommend this guy

[@optiTHOMAS]

Bro! Tons of detail and insight! Good stuff! Love the galaxy version from kontrol freek! 😁👌🏻

[@samethsendsthanks]

great video man

[@andrewmilnamow9251]

How in the hell does this only have 100 or something likes this was like a professional video god damn

[@Ordinalplayz]

This really helped thanks you

[@sean_games1205]

You are very good at explaining this😂!! Thanks!!!

[@MrDiscreet100]

Thanks for the video and I’m to do the higher right thumb stick adjust evolve and DOMINATE I already have disgusting aim but it MUST become MORE DANGEROUS ❤😈

[@a.mohammed7569]

Great video

[@madcapmonster]

great video just what I was after

[@bracewellcameron]

The wall controller collection tho 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@GamerHeavenOfficial]

Thanks Cam

[@truckmuncher8998]

Fr that’s such a fire decoration

[@scotthicks7050]

Really good work here.

[@GamerHeavenOfficial]

Thanks a lot!

[@SevenDeMagnus]

Cool, yup they are needed if one wants to finish things with as less replay missions as possible (saving time which is expensive, time to move on to the next AAA game). It's best to have the mixed, concave + convex a hybrid or flat is best. Concave is the bowl shape). God bless.

[@denny5208]

You are my hero

[@glonavydori]

Glad you said research and development rather than keep going. Seems minor but made me have to comment and like.

[@LyuboA]

yes longer sticks with higher tension do Help Alot for accuracy in games

[@honorsstrill982]

I personally hate mine, I have the high stick on the razer Wolverine v2 chroma and I absolutely can’t stand them. They’re so hard to aim with, they move inconsistently, just not good for my thumbs I think lol

[@U_S_E_R_69]

I picked up the Dualsense Edge and I’m looking for replacement sticks about the length of the high rise Kontrolfreeks without using kontrolfreeks.

[@MrSfinn9mm]

I wonder if these will help in farm sim 22 when using tree harvesters and using the boom to load logs

[@googlreviews7813]

I ordered Control Freaks Galaxy for my Razer Wolverine 2.0v I do mainly racing sims, hoping to get better steering effect.

[@14U2C]

AK40KEVIN 😂 thats great! every Kevin I know just got a new nickname

[@I-serve-you-tea]

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[@iglooproductions]

I subbed simply because you have an Atari 2600 right there.

[@kaztech36]

Please make an Ultimate Controller Grips Guide!! comparing brands like KontrolFreek, LizardSkins, PlayVital, etc. Thanks Chief Stallion!!

[@dmo848]

I got the no name brand for ps5 that stick on. Kinda permanent skin for the hands only. I got sweaty hands really bad so they help allot. No lie 2 years later they feel better and still holding up really good.

[@anthonyrodrtiguez]

Can u please tell me where to get the thumbs tick on ur blue aim controller hey look like the dual sense edge but even taller

[@themainevnt3419]

I played battlefield. I use the inferno kontrol freeks on both sticks. I use both sticks to aim being they’re 9.9 mm taller on each stick.

[@errolholmes3838]

Are there in control freaks that fit the Wolverine line . I brought the purple kontrol freaks and it did not fit the razor ultimate and now I have a razor v2 chroma

[@busywl69]

the beat at the end using the stacy lattisaw, who did it?

[@bkid1776]

@Gamer Heaven Can you please help me out with this question? I got a scuf reflex fps and i love the controller but i dont like the thumbsticks at all, i love the regular ps5 dualsense thumbsticks, Stock. There tighter and i personally enjoy them and aim better with them. Is there anyway to get them on the scuf relfex fps the stock dualsense thumsticks?! Please lmk

[@essencessentials]

Okay, here is the pro tip... if you wanna go for quick snaps, use concave, small. For big one dome will do better.

[@hysteriagaming6294]

Another option is to hop online and just get an stls for the extension. I just printed 2 and it took 30min and like $0.01 of filament.

[@blazetice1079]

I started playing ps2 when I was 7 so I prefer dome sticks. That’s just what I’m used to. My first console was the game cube. Oh god I feel old and I’m only 21.

[@wormman6408]

What are your thoughts on 3d printed kontrol freaks?

[@LyuboA]

after testing everything i can find on the market i can tell you the Best combination is Extremerate Tumbsticks plus PlayVital grips (dimond looking ones that he showed) i've been using them for months best value before that i was using SCUF Tumbsticks for my PS4, PS5 and SCUF Impact controller they have good grip but they cant last even two weeks sometimes they deform after only one week of playing you can still use them after they deform but it's not the same and they are not cheap while Extremerate Tumbsticks are easily swappable and are the best easily swappable sticks you can find on the market plus they last really long time after 4 months theres no deformation after that i started using playvital grips too which also been using for months for deformation at all

[@vxhwpwpekfjfldod3761]

Are there any kontrol freeks that don't wear down in a couple of months?

[@marcuscook5145]

I really hate how small thumbstick pads are on the new consoles. The big concave ones on the 360 were so perfect.

[@vaylanjayakaumar9976]

Bro you are saying true I buy that cheap thumbgrip but I did not feel improvement in my game with that grip

[@vxhwpwpekfjfldod3761]

Are there any kontrol freeks that don't wear down?

[@xVertigo101]

Tall kontrol freaks is uncomfortable. My short thumb gets more fatigued

[@user-uf7jg1mx4l]

Would you recommend the sticks for warzone?

[@nolifey]

I use a mid-rise left thumbstick. My main game is apex legends which I play at the highest level, and movement control/accuracy can make or break a fight.

[@C_arzz]

Has your aim improved using them?

[@slayertwix5491]

How do I modify my thumbstick tension?

[@Bennyblades44]

Ok serious question frenzy or dual height inferno?

[@SamiiYou]

I think that having a higher left stick can be beneficial for racing games, specifically motorcycle games. Just thought it was worth a mention. I actually have a controller I've dedicated to this task.

[@zacka161]

What motorcycle games do you reccomend/play?

[@stain4657]

​@@zacka161ride 5

[@theunreal_TOEBEANS]

I play a lot of flight simulators this also holds true for that. Also, bit niche, but minecraft ice boat racing also benefits very heavily from a controller like this, at least on versions of the game that support controller and analog input.

[@SemiAutoOutlaw]

Besides the height of right thumb stick helping with precision & accuracy, does it also help with accidentally pressing melee?

[@samuels3557]

Nope

[@slm1993]

well, if you had a thumb stick cap that was thicker, softer, like a gummy type material i could see that helping prevent because it would absorb some of that pressure and overall lessen some of the downward pressure being put on the thumb stick itself.

[@maxangel2d__633]

Just use bumper jump tactical

[@user-dq6pm6sg8z]

1:39 Concave (you Walk into a cave)..

[@Jmcgta]

Thumbstick the best 1# Ever DomedStick

[@MasterChief0093]

My biggest complain with controllers is the inner dead zone. When I’m trying to do fine aiming adjustments i struggle. The adjustments I want to do are tiny movements with my thumb but they cannot be detected by the controller. So I end up over adjusting. I’m talking when your sights are like maybe over the persons shoulder instead of their head. So you try to adjust quickly but finely and end up past their head on the other side. So you end up strafing instead for that control. Idk how to fix that.

[@christianmcallister2829]

I think you need lighter analog tension you’re probably using PlayStation controllers which I’d advise to get a controller with lower thumbstick tension around 55-60 grams would help ps4 is about 70 grams. I personally like higher tension with low dead zone but I have struggled with what you’re talking about

[@MeischelHD]

I'm looking for convex thumbstick grips for PS5 that are smooth on top and low. Does anyone have a hint?

[@dmo848]

AliExpress has them for 3$and like 20 different kinds at the moment. I grabbed 6😂

[@Zwane031]

I hate that claw grip is a thing, it looks so awkward, but professionals must stand by it for a reason😅

[@Patife_PT]

Have you tried using a kontrolfreek on the longer analog stick from the elite controller? Is that better or overkill?

[@solitude_guard8756]

you can beat aimbot users with that setup

[@sheldondrewett4123]

That's what I just got the mw2 version for my Xbox elite controller and I thought it would take some time to get use to but man it was an immediate advantage holding onto target at distance. I won 9 of 10 ranked play games top fragging majority

[@Patife_PT]

@@solitude_guard8756 honestly can't tell if you're being serious or having fun 😅

[@HughJassle]

Do these transfer over to more than just FPS games? Meaning would I need to remove the higher right stick if I decided to play a racing game or a game like Ghosts Of Tsushima? FYI still kicking arse with your videos ma’ dude!

[@GamerHeavenOfficial]

Actually a higher left stick can give you more controller over fine steering in a racing game. As for something like ghost, shorter sticks would be better.

[@HughJassle]

@@GamerHeavenOfficial but shorter stick on the RIGHT for GoT and FPS games?

[@GOATGamerProSticks]

@@GamerHeavenOfficial I really need to pull my finger out with what I've created that fits absolutely all pads with sticks with maximised mechanical adjustment in all directions imaginable check my playlists for deep insights to my findings & sneak peaks, you look like a man that appreciates control pad mods & I think I've made what everybody wants on the market. Height adjustment in 0.05mm increments lol.

[@TarsilyWasTaken]

@@HughJassle if you use the bow a lot, taller right stick. anything else and it doesn't matter as much, could go short or just keep the tall on for when you need it. tall for FPS no question

[@TheSearcher24]

Like control freaks. However the rubber ends up coming off less then a year.

[@Azzosauros]

I prefer default sticks. I feel like you get a lot faster input time. Just wish they were abit thicker for your thumb

[@JesterEgo]

Wolverine ultimate or v2 chromq would be your best friend

[@ThichNhatHanh23]

Depends on the game If you play shooter you want a higher stick for better accuracy, with more accuracy you get a faster ttk . When i see some players shooting they cant aim at enemies head or chest. Im using KFs since 2015 and my aim is better than ever

[@Zero-kr9qs]

Has anyone tried them for fighting games?

[@philmetcalf7876]

Dude I'm so confused. I'm playing BF2042. Started on ps4 when it came out. Got my hands on a ps5. I got my settings setup the same. I switched out my kontrol freeks aim ring and my thumbsticks and it feels sooo different. I've had to turn down my sensitivity over half. It almost feels like the aim ring isnt doing anything for the first few cm. Is the dualsense that much different than the dual shock4? Would appreciate any tips cause I'm at a loss and went back to the ps4 where I can slay at a high sensitivity.

[@gerrmell8391]

I had this exact same problem as many others did, and it’s mainly because your eyes are not used to the 60fps we’ve been playing ps4 for such a long time and our eyes are used to 30fps and with that low frame rate it’s easier to find your sensitivity on there because the game feels more “sticky” by that I mean the screen is sort of laggy a little due to the low fps, when you switch to ps5 because the fps is a lot smoother it’s harder to adapt to that because you’ll notice your sensitivity has to change due to the smoother gameplay. A lot of this also has to do with the ps5 controllers unfortunately when Sony released their first models they were all faulty and actually had the thumb sticks feel more looser, it’s why a lot of people noticed it and complained to Sony apparently they released a model where they fixed that but I’m not too sure, in my opinion just get scuffs they are expensive but they’ll improve your aim as you can have those additional back buttons and it requires you to take your fingers of the joystick less often or not at all

[@Nead_Dill_Dickersons_jr]

I personally hate the ps5 controller but love the ps4 controller. Ps5 controller shape is more closely like the Xbox shape but it still has the same thumb sticks as the ds4, which doesn’t make for a good combo imo

[@bettertimes2764]

What is the best controller as in sturdiest for PS4. I get joystick lag about every 3 months out of every control I buy for 59.99.. I wound up getting the warranty and just switch them for 10$ every time I switch, however I get lazy and just use the controller until I feel like getting up an changing it. The other problem is that gamestop makes you order them an rarely have them in store..

[@BrandonDennee]

can u explain to me how to set the hex gaming controller up? when i use mine, it causes audio issues for my teammates

[@jayorainit553]

You shouldn’t have any Audio issues from the controller I’ve built 3 controllers using the same parts that hex uses and have no problems at all besides stick drift

[@littlecncshop]

Dome left, concave right

[@Mycall1983]

Old vid, but any thoughts on recommendations for racing games? I’m mostly looking for an advantage in drifting.

[@ItsFritzDaCat]

Get a sim wheel😅

[@Mycall1983]

@@ItsFritzDaCat I don’t have the budget or anywhere to store it.

[@darenking1508]

Are the kontrol freeks easy to take on and off or does it damage controller or the kontrol freeks coming on and off?

[@autosmokeyt]

Gave mine stick drift

[@BadBoyMac1]

Just bought a Gamesir G7SE, Unable to find out what thumbstick will fit it , can you help, just bought Kontrol freek for XBOX 1 and it is a really tight fit, gave up due to not wanting to push my luck, damage:( . could they be fakes as I bought them from ebay? Thank you for reading this and hopefully a reply .

[@rzrkt_rouge]

I have a g7se, PlayStation kf fit

[@ousoonthebeat6927]

Almost a 15 minute video just to say “Personal preference”

[@urbout2lose]

I never placed my thumb on my aim stick I always just had the tip of my thumb on the bottom how have I been so wrong my whole life 😭😭

[@warmpabst]

Used to think this theory was bullshit till using a nacon gamepad

[@kils.blingtons]

Tried higher sticks, doesnt rly help on 20/20

[@giselaallegra1975]

so do ps4 kontrolfreek work on xbox one?

[@maikelstapper4347]

Vortex

[@SevenDeMagnus]

:-D "scientifically", it's true but it's just kind of throws one off (like Matt Damon's "science" the ____ out of this (when he was doing the Mars farming) Thanks again.

[@theunreal_TOEBEANS]

I'm gonna sound like An extremist real quick: I use a two inch thumbstick on the left. I play flight simulators, racing simulators, and I do a lot of minecraft ice boat racing on bedrock, and that extreme amount of control is fantastic. I actually glued a bit of plastic to the top of my control freak and put that on top of the tall stick of my elite series 2 controller. Destroy me in the comments if you dare. Just remember you're two chicken to do it yourself :p

[@kevinstinks3073]

HOW DID HE KNOW MY NAME IS KEVIN

[@vaylanjayakaumar9976]

Yes I buy controler so I know bro really it expensive

[@vaylanjayakaumar9976]

Not the controller but g freak grip

[@bradfewins]

Even though I treat my controllers well, I have an issue with drift. Do better controllers eliminate/prolong that issue? Is it easier to fix with a better controller?

[@owenwagner9017]

they have solder-on modules that can help reduce stick drift, and you can tune them as it gets worse. Not a complete fix but it does make it so much better

[@RIP2pacandbiggie]

Just change your deadzone on your analog sticks in game or on controller settings.

[@mauriziob5944]

glad Pedro Pascal started doing gaming videos

[@Shotzzilla]

Lmaooo

[@warlord1873]

longer shaft fast movement, shorter fatter shaft more control.......thats what she said

[@Cognitoman]

Disagree higher stick more accurate because you have more range of that makes sense

[@charlienajera2532]

@@Cognitoman what if you have smaller hands? Does it make sense to go higher? PS5 controller btw.

[@Cognitoman]

@@charlienajera2532 idk try it out for a few days and see, it takes a little time to get use too, but after words I find im more accurate

[@ainnelrosirrosias3338]

Any idea what's going on with your channel? You don't seem to get the views anymore.

[@mysocratesnote8110]

Simply put, people are looking for answers, this guy doesn't provide any! Just skirts around the info a bit to look like he knows some stuff! Doesn't provide any real answers to help people! my2cents!

[@Cognitoman]

@@mysocratesnote8110 he’s right though , the only thing that helps is having high stick on right

[@slm1993]

@@mysocratesnote8110 well there’s no real one answer… overall this kinda stuff is all up to personal opinion. He’s just trying to give a better explanation for people to help with giving people an understanding for if a product might fall under one’s preference. Everyone isn’t going to like the same thing over another. Different strokes for different folks bud.

[@Gagdedeo]

I love dome better

[@themainevnt3419]

Not the arrow it’s the Indian

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

Dam man you aren't fcn around lol

[@JackHickling567]

Would a kidney sell for $20?

[@eddiesmith8756]

Pc shouldn’t play with console, console v console

[@teardrop5171]

It should be a setting because I still want to be able to play with pc friends sometimes

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Waaaah waaaah 👶🏼

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On xbox you can go into settings and turn off cross-platform play, idn if you can for PlayStation though

[@AnthDaniel]

Activate and deactivate "Crossplay", that's all... OMG go cry with your mom! 😂

[@AnthDaniel]

​@@teardrop5171Activate and deactivate "Crossplay", that's all... OMG go cry with your mom! 😂

[@beanwithbacon]

Or just play games as they were originally intended, with a mouse and keyboard....

[@BenutzernameXY]

Thats so wrong lol

[@beanwithbacon]

@@BenutzernameXY Not being able to get a kill without relying on the built in aim cheat is wrong...

[@Flashyy38]

The game was made for console lol literally

[@beanwithbacon]

@@Flashyy38 It's an FPS game first and foremost, FPS games were never intended to be played with controllers.

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