| Brand | Haute42 |
| Release | Circa 2025 |
| Compatibility* | NS / PC / RPi / Android |
Preview
Let’s be real. You came here to see if the Haute42 C16 can help you get better at fighting games, winning tournaments, and gaining clout.
Well, guess what? The C16 can do all of that—and more! And that is because…
- It has 16 buttons.
- It has a dual layout.
- It has plenty of space.
- It has a wrist resting slope.
- It has an informational screen.
- It has enough function buttons.
You see, the award winning Haute42 has been spoiling us for a while with 16 button controllers that often mean you can use them like WASD controllers as well.
That is because the C16 has an additional jump button that serves as the W in the WASD layout. This saves storage space due to not needing to buy two controllers if you like both leverless and WASD. It also saves you money.
Notice the main jump button, though? You know—the one in the bottom center? It’s bigger than the C16’s other buttons so you can easily hit it with the side of either thumb.
Moving on…
In classic Haute42 fashion, you can expect to find inside your C16’s box: a USB-C cable, manual, keycap/switch puller, extra switches, and extra function buttons.
Speaking of function buttons, the usual Haute42 lineup includes:
- Turbo
- Home
- Back
- Start
Yep, turbo support makes a comeback, so if you’d like to press a button once and have that one press result in multiple inputs, the C16 should let you do so.
The C16 also has a couple of toggles you can make use of. For example, a tournament lock can be used to disable function buttons and prevent you from getting disqualified (due to pressing function buttons accidentally, such as pausing an intense match).
If the C16’s switches are not your style, they should be hot swappable. So, you can install other switches you prefer. For example, maybe you prefer loud switches over quiet ones. Also, maybe you like clicky switches with a bump.
By the way, the C16 should be wide enough to place on your lap without having to painfully squeeze your legs together. Of course, the controller is appropriate for desk play too. It’s also quite slim.
Needless to say, the C16 has a little screen, and this time, it’s nice to see it in the dead center instead of somewhere to the side. On it, you can see important information like your current…
- SOCD cleaning mode
- Directional mode
- Input mode
(You can see a visual representation of your button presses on there too.)
Essentially, the C16 runs on the acclaimed GP2040-CE firmware that is known for:
- Open source design
- Solid compatibility
- Online updates
- Basically no lag
Connectivity-wise, the C16 has at least one USB-C port. As for the USB-A port, it can accept a compatibility extending adapter like the BOOTER 5 to make the controller compatible with more consoles. Furthermore, you can conveniently adjust the controller’s settings through web configuration.
With four screws holding the top panel together, the art of the C16 is customizable—something we at The Arcade Stick would love to do for you through our dedicated art team. We hope you can sit back and enjoy these Haute42 art samples by our artists:
Fundamentally speaking, the C16 ticks all the boxes you need when shopping for a leverless controller. It comes from a reputable bestselling brand, has the needed number of buttons, has the required size, has flexible compatibility options, and beyond. If you need to bust through a fighting game plateau of skill, this controller may be your cure!