nes emulators compatible with xbox one controller

Nintendo has had the best Dpad since the original NES, SNES and N64.

I had a 2 port PSX/PS2 controller adapter for a while (from 2005-2010), and that was alright, but even Sony's Dpad with its separated diamonds hurts to use after a while. With the 360, it's way too easy to accidentally hit diagonals. The only time a 360 controller is good is when it's some aftermarket like Nyko or Madcatz, when they swap out that rocker switch for a legit cross Dpad. It may have good buttons and tight analogs, but it has the worst Dpad in the history of Dpads, period. For my purposes it's comfortable enough, solid, and highly adaptable, which was all I was looking for.Įveryone always says 'Oh, just use an Xbox controller, they're already USB.'īut to me, the 360 controller just doesn't cut it.

I know some people hate the d-pad on this controller, but I really don't mind it. So I picked up a Smartjoy adapter for about 10 bucks and that's all I needed.

So you could just get an NES to USB adapter since that's what you're mostly planning on using it for and maybe get more adapters later as-needed, or actually what I would suggest, which is the route I took, is to buy one USB converter for the most versatile system controller you own one that can be applied to the widest range of systems.įor me this was the Dual-Shock II - with the four main buttons, four shoulder buttons, d-pad and two analog sticks, I have yet to meet a system I can't adapt it to. I agree with Aussie2B that getting a USB converter for a controller you already own is the overall best option IMO - usually cheaper than buying a new controller of equal quality, you don't have to get used to some strange new controller configuration, and first-party console controllers are of a higher build-quality, so you're not going to feel like you're holding something fragile and cheap. Most system controllers are high quality and built to last. Also, third-party PC controllers are notorious for crapping out in just a few years. A bulkier, heavier controller would be more of a pain to take with me. And on that same thought, when I take my laptop to school or wherever, an NES controller is so small and light that it easily fits in my laptop bag. The tiny adapters take up almost no space. I don't have to store a bunch of extra controllers as I can just grab controllers I already have. The developers created their game around the idea of being used with a specific controller (or a specific few if they take into consideration other accessories for said system). If I'm using the controller intended for the game, I can forget I'm even emulating, and I know that any discomfort I have with the controls is a result of the game itself not the controller I'm using. Using a big, bulky third-party PC pad doesn't feel right when playing an NES game. :/ I don't think it's 'wrong' to use anything else I just want the proper feel. There's no need to rag on my personal preference.

Nes emulators compatible with xbox one controller