Being comfortable when you play games is important. We all like to have a cool drink by our side and something nice to sit on, but many gamers neglect one of the most important aspects of our hobby - your hands. GlovesPlay controller covers absorb sweat and provide a little extra padding on your controller so your hands won’t cramp during long play sessions. This is a great product that is highly recommended.
What It Is
It seems sort of weird and gimmicky at first, having accessories for your accessories, but these controller covers are something you have to feel and use to really believe. They are made out of faux suede on the outside with a thin layer of vinyl on the inside. They absorb all of the sweat and grease that your friends can throw at them and are machine washable so you can give them a good cleaning every once in a while. The controller covers only cover the grips of your controller and are secured by wrapping it over the cord on the back of the controller. Once you get it in place, it is very solid and it will never get in the way of gameplay since it doesn’t come close to the buttons or joysticks. GlovesPlay controller covers do add a little bit of thickness to your controller, but you get used to it very quickly and once you use it for a while you’ll never want to touch another controller that isn’t wrapped up.Why It Works
The benefits of the GlovesPlay covers are pretty obvious. First of all, it is a great way to keep your controllers clean and in good shape. Everyone has friends that come over and leave your controllers in a greasy/sticky/sweaty mess, but the GlovesPlay can absorb all of this and then you can pop them into your next load of laundry to clean them off again. And let’s face it, during intense firefights everyone’s palms sweat a little (we can’t blame everything on our friends) and it is hard to play as well as you should when your controller is slipping out of your hands. The GlovesPlay keep your hands firmly attached to your controller by absorbing the sweat. Also, since they do add a little extra padding, you can now play for longer without developing hand cramps.
Bottom Line
I have personally used GlovesPlay controller covers for quite a while now – I got a set after E3 2004 – and I love them and really can’t play Xbox or PS2 without them anymore. They just feel great in your hands and make playing games a whole lot more comfortable. There is a period of about ten minutes when you first get them and it feels a little weird, but you’ll quickly forget that they are even on there because they function exactly as they should and never get in the way. I highly recommend them.Where to Buy
You can order GlovesPlay controller covers from
Wal-Mart or get customized covers from the official website,
TruGamerz.com. The customization options include different color options, camouflage, NFL teams, putting your initials on them, as well as having them made with Gucci or real leather.
