Buying guides, teardown and build tutorials, and repair walkthroughs for home rhythm game controllers. Written from hardware we have actually opened, measured and played on.
Buying Guides
Which controller, which buttons, what to budget. Honest comparisons, including the imports and what they really cost landed.
Teardowns and Builds
Full teardowns and build logs with measurements, photos and complete part lists.
Repairs and Maintenance
Fix it, do not replace it: switch swaps, sensor care, cable repairs and the wear parts that keep a controller alive.
News
Game updates, new arcade locations in North America, and OtogeGarage build logs.
Game Spotlights
New to a game? Our spotlight column introduces every major arcade rhythm game you can play in North America – how it plays, where to find a cabinet, and what playing it at home looks like. Start with the field guide, then pick your game.