Why are most game controllers left handed?

Most game controllers (game pads, joysticks) use the left hand for directional control, which is also the task that requires the most dexterity. Most people are right handed, but end up using their favoured hand for button mashing.

1. Are lefties better at gaming?
2. Do they make left-handed game controllers?
3. Is it harder for left-handed people to play video games?

Are lefties better at gaming?

According to research conducted by Dr. Nick Cherbuin at the Australian National University, and published last week in the journal Neuropsychology, left-handers often outperform right-handers at fast or difficult tasks involving a large amount of information or stimuli.

Do they make left-handed game controllers?

The Hex Evo is an ergonomic left handed controller for PC gaming that allows gamers to replace using the keyboard. It features an ergonomic enclosure designed to be held in the left hand, an analog stick, and eight input buttons that allow the user to perform over 20 inputs.

Is it harder for left-handed people to play video games?

No, it's really not more difficult for us lefties to play games, whether we're using a keyboard and mouse or a controller.