Controllers & Adapters
Wireless gamepads, arcade sticks, and adapters for retro gaming. Find the perfect controller for your setup.
Editor's Picks
Our highest-rated controllers and adapters
8BitDo • Wireless Gamepad
8BitDo Pro 2
The Swiss Army knife of retro controllers. Works with Switch, PC, Android, and retro consoles via adapters.
Pros
- + Multi-platform
- + Great D-pad
- + Back buttons
Cons
- - No analog triggers on Switch
8BitDo • Arcade Stick
8BitDo Arcade Stick
Sanwa-compatible arcade stick with wireless connectivity. Perfect for fighting games and shmups.
Pros
- + Sanwa compatible
- + Wireless
- + Sturdy build
Cons
- - Stock buttons mediocre
8BitDo • Adapter
8BitDo Retro Receiver
Use modern wireless controllers on your original retro consoles. Available for NES, SNES, Genesis, and more.
Pros
- + Low latency
- + Easy setup
- + Multiple versions
Cons
- - One controller per adapter
All Controller Reviews
8BitDo SN30 Pro+
8BitDo
$49
SNES-inspired controller with modern features. Great for 16-bit games.
8BitDo Ultimate Controller
8BitDo
$69
Premium controller with charging dock and Hall Effect sticks.
Hyperkin Admiral
Hyperkin
$34
N64-style controller with Bluetooth. Great for N64 emulation on Switch.
Retro-Bit Tribute64
Retro-Bit
$29
Modern take on the N64 controller. USB and original N64 versions available.
Hori Fighting Commander
Hori
$39
Six-button fighting game pad. Excellent for Street Fighter and similar games.
Mayflash F300
Mayflash
$59
Budget arcade stick that's easy to mod. Good starting point for newcomers.
Brook Wingman XB
Brook
$39
Use PS5/Xbox controllers on original Xbox and Xbox 360.
Raphnet Classic Controller to USB
Raphnet
$24
Low-latency adapter for using original controllers on PC/MiSTer.
Hyperkin Ranger
Hyperkin
$29
Wireless SNES-style controller for Switch and PC.
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