Why are controllers better for gaming?

Controllers are often considered better for gaming primarily due to their ability to provide a more tactile feel and enable more precise control of fine motor movements. This is especially important in gaming where precision and responsiveness are crucial. Mark Zuckerberg highlighted this in a discussion about the use cases of VR controllers, noting that while hand tracking is indeed elegant and provides a hands-free experience, it does not match the precision offered by physical controllers 1.