As a major Multiversus fanatic I can tell you that the debate regarding whether or not you should be playing with a PC controller or gaming keyboard and mouse is a pretty intense one. There are benefits to both methods of input but they also come with negatives too.
After playing with both for a while I will say wholeheartedly I prefer keyboard and mouse, but this is not going to be the case for everyone. If you're not sure what to go with, fear not, we have summarised some of the reasons why you may want to use one over the other.
One of the main reasons many people prefer controllers when playing Multiverses is due to familiarity. There are some stark similarities between the game and very popular counterparts like Super Smash Bros meaning that people who have already pumped hours into their Nintendo want to play with the same controls.
Even if you're not playing on the same controller/Joy-Con as you do when playing other fighting games, you are able to remap your controller on Multiverses to match as closely as possible. Some people find it more comforting to use a controller as it allows for them to pull off combos easier, faster, and in quick succession.
Another big pro you may find when using a controller is the ability to sit back and relax. Since the game doesn't have a competitive mode yet, you might not want to take it too seriously, which can be difficult if you're inches away from your screen hunched over a keyboard and mouse.
Sitting back in your chair and playing with a controller results in you being a lot less tense - for me anyway. This means that you'll find it better for longer gaming sessions as you wont end up with a backache or shoulder pain.
Realistically, it feels like fighting style games
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