Where to buy Console-->PC USB controller adapters?
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Where to buy Console-->PC USB controller adapters?
Hey guys,
I'm looking to get a pair of adapters to connect either my PS2, N64 or SNES controllers to my PC via the USB port. These adapters from Liksang.com run just under $10 apiece (shipping unknown) and look to be pretty reliable. Are there better deals available (even at B&M stores) or should I just go with those ones?
I'm looking to get a pair of adapters to connect either my PS2, N64 or SNES controllers to my PC via the USB port. These adapters from Liksang.com run just under $10 apiece (shipping unknown) and look to be pretty reliable. Are there better deals available (even at B&M stores) or should I just go with those ones?
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I've never seen these at any local stores. I'd say liksang or playasia would be your best bet.
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I got an adapter from Radio Shack that allows you to use your PS2 controller with your PC via USB. I have used it a few times and it seems to work well. I think it cost around ten bucks.
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Thanks for the help so far, guys. It'd be interesting to connect the Gamecube controller as well---I'm not a big fan of the button layout, but using the Wavebird would be pretty darn cool.
Any other suggestions?
Any other suggestions?
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I was thinking about getting one of these too because I recently bought DDR Extreme 2 that comes with a dance pad. I'd like to connect it to the computer but I was wondering if there is any sort of "delay" in the button pressing that would affect a game like DDR?
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I don't know if you want to spend money on a new controller, but the regular Xbox 360 controller, not the wireless one, can be used with a regular computer. All you need to do is download the drivers from the microsft webpage and you're set to go.
I wanted a decent controller for my pc games and I bought a 360 controller and use it and I don't even own a 360.
I wanted a decent controller for my pc games and I bought a 360 controller and use it and I don't even own a 360.
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Originally Posted by Randy Miller III
Thanks for the help so far, guys. It'd be interesting to connect the Gamecube controller as well---I'm not a big fan of the button layout, but using the Wavebird would be pretty darn cool.
Any other suggestions?
Any other suggestions?
NES 4-score USB - $66 http://www.retrousb.com/nintendo.html - use 4 NES controllers! Always wanted one of those.
SNES pad USB - $32 http://www.retrousb.com/supernintendo.html
You're better off with the adapters, of course, like liksang carries. These are cool, though, especially the 4-score.
Last edited by GreenMonkey; 07-07-06 at 11:35 PM.