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Ian Campbell

The correct way to clean your Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo controllers

Video game controllers, whether you’re using the ones that came with your console or a third-party option, bear the brunt of the wear and tear of regularly playing games. They’re often the first thing you touch, and remain in constant contact with your skin while you play. A comfortable companion that’s literally shaped to accommodate your hands.

That also means they get exposed to everything your hands touch. So what starts out as a white PS5 controller or a customizable, colorful Xbox alternative, might not stay that way forever.

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