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The Xbox and PlayStation fans have been waging war over which console is better for years. And there is still no definitive answer to that question. Both consoles are on par with each other in the hardware and software aspects. So the only deciding factor that remains is their looks.

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And the console makers know this fact, as both of them try to make their consoles and controllers as attractive as possible. With the recently launched Spider-man 2 controller, the fans of these two consoles are once again debating on the age-old question.

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Xbox and PlayStation fans compare two new game-inspired controllers

Recently, Sony PlayStation brought forward a limited edition PlayStation 5 bundle inspired by the upcoming Spider-Man 2 game. However, this launch has sparked a debate with the Xbox fans. Both parties have started to compare the Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 controller with the Starfield Xbox Series X/S controller. To put things to rest, industry insider PeterOvo started a Twitter poll to find out which controller the fans find the best.

Both custom controllers are unique in their characteristics. The Starfield controller has brought the excitement of a sci-fi adventure for fans of the game into the real world. The controller has a two-tone grip with custom button mapping. Furthermore, the bronze metallic D-pad and the transparent triggers to view bronze rumble motors add to its beauty.

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On the other hand, the Spider-Man 2 controller shows a symbiote dominance theme like the game. The controller portrays a symbiote engulfing the red shade of Spider-Man. With a red-black design with blue detailing, the controller embodied the colors of Spider-Man 2. However, Xbox and PlayStation fans are still comparing the two controllers to find out a better one by commenting on PeterOvo’s tweet.

Fans rumble over which custom controller is better looking

The fans are giving their take on which controller they feel is superior. Multiple Xbox fans have come forward to support the Starfield controller.

However, the support for Spider-Man 2 controller is still going strong with PlayStation fans coming to support it.

At the time of writing, the Starfield controller had taken the lead on the Spider-Man 2 controller. However, the tide can shift in the favor of any controller moving forward.

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Ajitesh Rawat is a WNBA and College Basketball Writer at EssentiallySports, where he leads the outlet’s Strategy Desk. With a research-driven approach and a reader-first mindset shaped during his stint as a Content Analyst, he covers the mechanics of the game with depth and precision. From injury reports and roster depth charts to player trades and transfer portal moves, Ajitesh brings clarity to the decisions that shape outcomes. Known for highlighting under-covered talent across the women’s game, his reporting has also earned him a spot in ES’ Journalistic Excellence Program. Beyond basketball, Ajitesh’s versatility has seen him spearhead LPGA and LIV Golf coverage while contributing to esports and FPS gaming guides, a reflection of his background as both a game developer and digital strategist. That unique blend of technical expertise and editorial instinct allows him to navigate fast-moving sports landscapes while connecting fans to the tactical and cultural undercurrents driving the games they love.

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