Retro controller alternate options

[Anonymous No.6412558]

This is a totally personal issue, but I find old "pad" style controllers like the ones used throughout the 8- and 16-bit generations to be uncomfortable after long play sessions, and after a while, give me hand cramps, because I'm effectively gripping the pad with my fingers rather than the palms of my hands.

Are there any 3rd party retro controllers that come with dualshock-esque grips? The SN30 Pro+ is the only controller I'm aware of that's like this, and combined with 8bitdo's retro receivers, it and modern controllers are compatible with the NES/SNES/Genesis/Wii&U/etc, but I'm still wondering if there are any other controllers that exist?

Also as a quick aside, as I don't actually own any of the retro receivers - do they support wired USB controllers, or is the USB port on them merely for updating firmware?

[Anonymous No.6412570]

the micro usb ports on the 8bitdo mega drive reveivers is only there to update the firmware be that bluetooth or rf reveiver

[Anonymous No.6412690]

>>6412570
Shit, that's a shame.

I was also about to mention the Brawlergen, as it started to actually sound good unlike the Brawler64;
>Form factor is exactly what I was looking for, has a dual-ended cable for use on the SMS/Genesis AND Saturn, and the analog stick is capable of turning in 8-way inputs, which is good for 3D games that don't support the original Saturn 3D controller
>>>But the control stick isn't actually capable of turning in 360 degree input for 3D controller-compatible Saturn games like NiGHTS or Panzer Dragoon
I fucking hate this monkey's paw of a controller manufacturer, why do they always fuck up and ruin their controllers when it comes to the analog sticks? It shouldn't be this hard...

[Anonymous No.6412707]

I had the old SN30 Pro (non-plus version) and threw it away because the D-pad was bad, kept missing inputs. Was tempted to get the Pro+ but there's conflicting information about whether the D-pads are the same or improved. The review/shill sites say improved, but users were reporting the same. Anyone here own one and can comment?

[Anonymous No.6412713]

>>6412707
Not as bad but I've found it does still miss occasionally.

[Anonymous No.6412725]

>>6412707
I have one and it mostly depends on whether you want to have diagonals next to impossible to input or not. It's definitely not missing diagonals in my case but I found that the d-pad was a little stiff for my taste, so I replaced it and that affected results (now it's registering diagonals more often, let's say, although still far from accidentally). You could grab other set of buttons and contact pads for SNES controllers and use them there and the result would vary essentially. As it is by default I actually miss diagonals unless I press a bit hard. As for the rest of the gamepad it's fucking perfect though. Find it better than the xbone one I have.

[Anonymous No.6413260]

>>6412725
D Pad is definitely stiff. I am hoping to wear it in because I've only used it for about 6 months now. I have a fairly brand new SNES controller and the D Pad on that is also quite stiff compared to my two childhood controllers that I am used to and are super soft.So I don't know if the Pro+ is stiffer than an original controller but I feel like it is. Great for playing Switch games and emulating on PC.

[Anonymous No.6413284]

>>6413260
I managed to find some store that sells contact pads in packs of 2 (one stiff, one soft) through eBay because they seem to know how not everyone likes the idea of buying random contact pads to find eventually that they're either too stiff or too soft. The way the SN30 Pro+ is designed inside you can fit the original parts, although it requires a few small cuts (that thankfully don't change how they would feel if put back into the original) to fit properly. I don't know why but despite being very, very similar, the original buttons/d-pad also seem to protrude less/be a bit more loose than the ones that are already on the SN30 Pro+ (using the same contact pads). Weird stuff.

[Anonymous No.6413289]

>>6412707
>SN30 Pro
i love mine for analog games. but streetfighter is unplayable with it due to the fucked up d pad. you can fix it though with a little bit of tape

[Anonymous No.6413305]

>Nintendo Online SNES controller has PC drivers
YES
>doesn't work with Steam Link
NO

[Anonymous No.6413482]

>>6413305
Really? Doesn't it see it as a switch controller? That's a damn shame.

[Anonymous No.6413679]

I'm using pic related for my phone. The sticks are bleh but the D pad is pretty comfy. It's like having a retro switch.

[Anonymous No.6414360]

Assuming you're talking about emulation, then legitimately just use a Dualshok 4 + Inputmapper.

It's got the D-pad symmetrical to the buttons for 2d games, and fantastic joysticks for games that need them. Only problem is the battery life.

If you mean for actuall consoles, I've seen people 3D print grips like this one

[Anonymous No.6414628]

>>6414360
ds4's dpad is nearly dogshit, I almost prefer my ancient logitech with the laughable square thumbstick gates.

[Anonymous No.6414639]

pokken pad is my jam. I have big fat old man hands, and as an alternative have an xbox 360 pad for when I don't need a good d-pad but need analog.

[Anonymous No.6414695]

>>6414628
I like the controller, it's a good all-rounder. D pad isn't perfect, but it's leagues better than any Xbox controller that's out there.

[Anonymous No.6415446]

DS3, Wii Classic Controller Pro and the SN30 Pro+ are al pretty good choices. The DS3 I would actually recommend over the DS4 unless you want 2 extra buttons, as I find it a bit more comfortable and the battery life is just much better. As for the 8bitdo SN30 Pro+ it covers pretty much anything. Decent battery, decent layout, you don't need extra software to set it up (except Steam if you want to use gyro) and it works on anything.

[Anonymous No.6415489]

>>6414639
How are the diagonals on the pokken controller? It's quite cheap, and I've had good luck with Hori in the past.

[Anonymous No.6415496]

>>6415489
No that anon but it's my first pick for retro games as well. I agree it's good for big hands. The diagonals are great.

[Anonymous No.6415541]

Are there any controllers matching this description that have a Genesis-style 6button layout? Or any controller that can be used on the original consoles?

[Anonymous No.6415592]

>>6415541
Unfortunately I couldn't find any that have bigger "grips" than the hori fighting commander

[Anonymous No.6415926]

Pokemon conquest made me thing turning pokemon into an SRPG wouldn't be a bad idea.

[Anonymous No.6415958]

>>6413482
I was mistaken. I got it to work, but it doesn't work very well. I was getting weird disconnects and I can't get the dpad to work in my library while the A and B buttons do.

[Anonymous No.6416005]

>>6415446
>DS4 unless you want 2 extra buttons

what two more buttons does the DS4 have?
I never held one but I own a DS3 and it's a great controller.

[Anonymous No.6416012]

>>6416005
The ones on the touchpad. You can bind two buttons (or any gestures although that's dumb as shit) to both sides of it.

[Anonymous No.6416023]

>>6416012
didn't know that. that's neat.
oh well, I guess I wait for the DS5 (DualSense) now though and maybe pick that one up eventually.

[Anonymous No.6416027]

>>6416023
There are other gamepads that can do that as well on PC. For instance, if you pair any 8bitdo gamepad as a Switch controller on PC, while you're gonna lose support with some games that only like xinput (very easily fixable) you gain 2 extra buttons that you can bind to anything that games or emulators let you. So if you don't use turbo or the guide button on an emulator, you can use those to do whatever else.

[Anonymous No.6416220]

>>6416027
gonna try that out someday. maybe one can map the "home" button too.

[Anonymous No.6416226]

>>6416220
Yep, that's precisely it. Home button becomes generic button 13 and turbo button becomes generic button 14, or something like that.

[Anonymous No.6417616]

I wish 8bitdo would release a controller that'd be like a mix between their M30 and their Sn30 Pro+. 6 buttons and rolling D-pad, but with the grips, control sticks, and triggers.

Also on an unrelated note, how come whenever a 3P controller comes out that takes inspiration from the GameCube, it's always just basically an improved GC controller? I'd love to see a dualshock/SN30P+ esque controller with the face buttons of the GC, I genuinely find the GC layout far more comfortable than the diamond layout in most cases.

[Anonymous No.6417808]

Is the Retro-Bit Saturn pad really as bad as people say? I'm dyin for a new Saturn controller and I don't know if I should get an original + usb adapter or the RB one.

[Anonymous No.6417818]

How is the Wireless SNES controller Nintendo made for Switch.
Can I use it on Winblows
Also how is the official retrobit genesis controllers?

[Anonymous No.6417819]

>>6417808
Wait, what? I thought people were saying it's great, wtf?

[Anonymous No.6418378]

>>6417819
Works as intended but it's prone to break fairly easy.

[Anonymous No.6418557]

>>6418378
How so, what specifically and how? Can you elaborate?

[Anonymous No.6418561]

>>6418557
The plastic part behind the D-pad (the one that holds it together behind the case and actually pushes each button) is flimsy and if you mash the d-pad a bit hard it can break. So basically the part that matters most in a fucking Saturn pad.

[Anonymous No.6418563]

>>6418561
Pic related

[Anonymous No.6418683]

>>6418563
F
Genuinely hope this person's just a hamhand judging by that pic, they might be

[Anonymous No.6419750]

buppo

[Anonymous No.6421147]

What kind of modern 6button controllers would you guys recommend?

[Anonymous No.6421475]

>>6413679
I just ordered one of these a few days ago, that type of design seems more manageable. It'd be cool to just have one of these instead of lugging around a separate Xbone controller and clip.

[Anonymous No.6423032]

suggest to me a good wii adapter, one that lets me use controllers with the emulators

is 8bit do viable? I read somewhere that it only works with wii games and the emulators don't seem to recognize it

[Anonymous No.6423226]

I've recently homebrewed my wii and want to try playing some fighting games on it with my mayflash fightstick. Does anyone know any way to connect one of these things to the console? I can't find any adapters anywhere.

[Anonymous No.6424959]

blep

[Anonymous No.6425869]

>PS4 controller
>plugged in via USB
>occasionally stops working randomly from my rpi4
>only fix is to unplug and plug the microUSB back in

why

someone help

[Anonymous No.6425940]

>>6425869
I'm not that technically well-versed and probably a brainlet but I had a similar problem with a Switch 3rd party controller. first I unplugged and plugged it in all the time until I found out that some controllers just go in a stand-by mode after a few minutes of no use even if plugged in. older controllers definitely worked differently.

bottom line: just try and press your PS home button or whatever along the lines it has and it should work. no need to un- and replug it.

[Anonymous No.6425943]

>>6425940

I'm not going afk it happens in the middle of games

[Anonymous No.6427045]

>>6425943
then try running it via bluetooth to see if it makes a difference and update your drivers. maybe the issue is with the drivers.

[Anonymous No.6427904]

Hey guys, do any of you own the Raphnet GCN controller adapter for the N64? I'm curious how they translated the GameCube's analog stick to the N64's irregular analog gate.

[Anonymous No.6428123]

>>6425869
micro usb ports are notorious for failing

[Anonymous No.6429246]

>>6428123

fuck, really? guess I'm waiting for the new xbox and PS5 controllers to release to replace my wired 360 and PS4 controller then

[Anonymous No.6429263]

>>6429246
Micro usb is just a shit connector in general, let alone to be placed at the ridiculously high stress point between the controller and the cable. Whoever thought that would be a good idea honestly deserves to be taken out back.

[Anonymous No.6429704]

[Anonymous No.6430279]

>>6429704
>sticks 0.5 inches apart
Why are people stupid?

[Anonymous No.6430283]

>>6429704
>the grips arent any longer
Fuck. Oh well, the original SN30 Pro never did either. Hopefully theyll make a TN30 Pro+ sometime soon, then.
Whered you find this from?

[Anonymous No.6430678]

>>6412558

Are you doing the thing where you peck at the buttons with your thumbs' tips rather than resting the middles of the thumbs across the d-pad and the right-side button area? If so, just stop doing that and maybe your grip will relax and become more natural. (You should not do the pecking thing regardless, because it is stupid.)

[Anonymous No.6431104]

>>6430279
>>6430283
These are fake, they're from an April Fools video from 2018.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDa-C9_EY-w