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[stimulate_uk]

i have just started playing emulator games on my pc, but i have no controller, could somebody suggest the best controller to purchase?

[Smiff]

an n64 controller and an adaptoid, or with boom adapter would be next best if you can do without rumble.

[stimulate_uk]

an n64 controller and an adaptoid, or with boom adapter would be next best if you can do without rumble.

i dont mind about rumble, would an n64 controller work with genesis games though?

[stimulate_uk]

also, i save my game on goldeneye, but how do i load it to where i exactly am? p.s. do n64 controllers only work on pcs with n64 emulators?

[Smiff]

any emulator that supports joysticks, yes

[stimulate_uk]

whats better a joystick so i can play on all formats or specifically an n64 controller?

[64ultramaniac]

the n64 controller is one of the best controllers ever made imho, so it will be fine for all formats

[stimulate_uk]

i live in england, so i need to know where they sell this adapter for n64 controller

[xamenus]

I use the Saitek P880 for NES, SNES, Genesis, N64, and GB/GBA emulation.

The only downside would be that there is no button that corresponds to the Z button on the N64 controller. I've made a decent workaround though: I use the L button on the gamepad for the N64's Z button and the left joystick button on the gamepad for the N64's L button.

If any Saitek P880 users are interested, here's the profile I use with Jabo's latest input plugin:

[Toaste]

A) I've got an article on PC controllers (WIP) available at a small gaming and anime community --> http://www.lostreverie.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=127&view=findpost&p=2728

B) If you get a usb controller, avoid the cheapest Logitech pad (others might be ok) and wireless ones aren't nessicarily better. Ones laid out like a PS2 controller do fine with almost anything -- with two shoulder buttons per side and two analog sticks you can map c-buttons as the directions on the right stick and z as L2. Oh, and if some controls aren't working get an input plugin supporting DirectInput!

[Doomulation]

If you have any console, you might get an a adaptoid for that system to pc. As for the n64 controllers... the control stick only lasts for so long =( If it's a ninty controller, I suggest the gc controller. Heck, it's the best controller for any of the new-gen systems.
But basically any controller that matches the layout of these controllers should do fine.

[BBS]

i recommend the gravis gamepad pro. It is like a psx controller (without an analog stick) but i can play games and emulators very fine. :)

[stimulate_uk]

A) I've got an article on PC controllers (WIP) available at a small gaming and anime community --> http://www.lostreverie.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=127&view=findpost&p=2728

B) If you get a usb controller, avoid the cheapest Logitech pad (others might be ok) and wireless ones aren't nessicarily better. Ones laid out like a PS2 controller do fine with almost anything -- with two shoulder buttons per side and two analog sticks you can map c-buttons as the directions on the right stick and z as L2. Oh, and if some controls aren't working get an input plugin supporting DirectInput!


i got the usb converter...i use my ps2 controller on goldeneye! downside is.. i dont know what button is 'crouch' though..same applies for perfect dark and i dont know how to assing controls to the genesis? it keeps freezing!??

[Clements]

i got the usb converter...i use my ps2 controller on goldeneye! downside is.. i dont know what button is 'crouch' though..same applies for perfect dark

Hold R and press down-C.

I use a Microsoft Sidewinder Game Pad Pro. Works brilliantly with everything.

[stimulate_uk]

Hold R and press down-C.

I use a Microsoft Sidewinder Game Pad Pro. Works brilliantly with everything.

'hold r and press down c' on a ps2 controller? i'm confused

[Clements]

'hold r and press down c' on a ps2 controller? i'm confused

I refer to the buttons on the original N64 controller.

I don't know how you have mapped the buttons on your controller do I? :P

[stimulate_uk]

I refer to the buttons on the original N64 controller.

I don't know how you have mapped the buttons on your controller do I? :P

i'm using a ps2 controller

but i'll print screen them...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid176/p9002e706e52771a0bf029a2cef445f64/f3618969.jpg

[Clements]

Okay... Hold Joypad: 5 then press Z +

[stimulate_uk]

Okay... Hold Joypad: 5 then press Z +


is there anyway i can programe it into my controller?

[Clements]

When you mapped your controller, you assigned buttons to R and Down-C to respective buttons on you PS2 contoller via the input config. These buttons are known only to you and other people using the same pad configuration. Simply use these buttons (corresponding to R and Down-C) in the way I said in in order to perform a crouch.

If you mean program, as in set up a key combination, then no idea. I also see no point since it's such an easy move to pull off.

[stimulate_uk]

so i have to use 'c' on a keyboard whilst using my pad

[Clements]

I officially give up. :P

[Smiff]

lol. *you* set the controls to whatever you want. in the input plugin config, you press the square button next to the control, then you press the key on your pad OR keyboard that you want to use for that control. repeat for each control.
it's an emulator, it's configurable. and it works with pretty much any type of input.. please read the manual aswell.

[stimulate_uk]

lol. *you* set the controls to whatever you want. in the input plugin config, you press the square button next to the control, then you press the key on your pad OR keyboard that you want to use for that control. repeat for each control.
it's an emulator, it's configurable. and it works with pretty much any type of input.. please read the manual aswell.


i know i manipulated to my preference, but i dont know how to crouch ANYWAY

[Smiff]

if you understood that, your questions don't make sense (?).

erm i might give up trying to help aswell :/

[razuraw]

i also got a ps2 pad converter and it palys fab as i mapped the c buttons on the right analog stick and dont use jaco's controler plugin use nrage direct input its much better.

[Doomulation]

i know i manipulated to my preference, but i dont know how to crouch ANYWAY
Then perhaps you should learn how the actual GAME controls are? ;)
If you want to use like a single button for a move, look for macros!

[stimulate_uk]

Then perhaps you should learn how the actual GAME controls are? ;)
If you want to use like a single button for a move, look for macros!


that's what i mean, i dont even know what the initial control layout is, i just used my ps2 from the start, but before that i used the keyboard, and still didnt know what the button is

[zAlbee]

Ok this will drive me insane until it is resolved.

This is the N64 controller layout. "R" is a button on the controller. "C down" is another button (yellow). It is so called because it is the bottom of the 4 yellow C-buttons.

Now look on your input configuration again. There is a section on the right called "C-buttons" with 4 buttons to configure: U, D, L, R. You want D for down.

Right now your R = Joypad 5
and C-down = Z+

If those keys don't make sense to you, configure them again. Get it?

[SnfulLif]

I been using a Logitech Rumblepad 2. So far no problems. As to USB problems, I have not seen any. I even plug mine into a USB hub. I like how force feedback is built in. I say in my opinion, Logitech is a good choice. As stated before, get the good ones and not the cheepo. PCGAMER reviewed it and gave it editor's choice. Give it a try and see if you like it.

[Helicobacter]

I use the Logitech Rumblepad 2
+ IMO Best PC Gamepad/controller available
- "Z"-button missing
- Analog sticks are not rounded
- 4 main buttons, some old consoles had 6

[AP Erebus]

I have a xbox plugin and have no problems after having multiple profiles for different games, becuase of the c buttons and 1 less trigger... Not that the left trigger is used much anyway.

[Aether]

I've been using a Logitech cordless rumblepad 2, I don't have any problems with it either.
Before i bought the logitech I tried some cheap pads but I just didn't like them :)

[Nin_10_Dough]

I use the Saitek P880 for NES, SNES, Genesis, N64, and GB/GBA emulation.

I have one of those as well. It's been through hell though. Surprisingly enough, super glue worked like a charm to fix this problem.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v314/Nin_10_Dough/ownedcontroller2.jpg
This is from long hours of playing ssb with pj64k. Super glue fixed this as well, I glued the broken off rubber part directly to the backside of the button to keep it in place.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v314/Nin_10_Dough/ownedcontroller1.jpg

I recently picked up this (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v314/Nin_10_Dough/bluen64.jpg) NEW n64 controller by pelican. Look at the joystick well, it's not as deep as a traditional pad. If you look even closer you can tell that is is made like more modern joysticks! This joystick will break before it wears out :P. It's actually too springy for certain games though. It takes a bit of effort to move it from the neutral postion, so the effort you put into moving it out of the neutral center makes you overdue it for small precise movements ( aiming in GE ). It's great for SSB though.
i recommend the gravis gamepad pro. It is like a psx controller (without an analog stick) but i can play games and emulators very fine. :)
I have one of these as well. I thought they were ok until I moved onto something better. The digital pad on these things are horribly inaccurate. I blew myself up so many times playing Super Bomberman on Snes with it :yucky:

[aibrubusfosusej]

Get a BIG xbox controller and a usb cord (not a small one), mod it for a pc controller,
get the xbcd drivers
and then set it to
a=a
b=x
cd=b
cl=y
cr=bl
cu=wh
r=right trigger
z=left trigger
l=click left
analog=left thumbstick
pad=pad
start=start

In most cases, this will be perfect, and with n-rages controller plugin, you can even get it to rumble
more information on modding
and xbcd driver info here (http://db.gamefaqs.com/console/xbox/file/pc_xbox_controller.txt)
This is what I use.

[Hexidecimal]

You can actually use a Type S XBOX Pad as well, I have one here thats modded for USB and I use the XBCD drivers as well. I also have an EMS 2 PS2 Dual Control USB Adapter, and a BOOM N64/PSX Adapter, a flightstick, and 2, 8 button arcade pads for my PC.

[aibrubusfosusej]

Yes i guess you could use an s controller but it wouldn't have the same setup since the wh+bl buttons are on the bottom of the other ones
That's what i used to use

[jessman(reborn)]

Saitek DualShock Analog controller with force-feedback! Only about $24 at Wal-Mart! They're REALLY heavy-duty. I've had mine for years and it's the most comfortable and durable pc controller I've ever used.

[xyqxyq]

As the previous poster said, the ps2 layout with two analog sticks and four shoulder buttons. I use a NYKO AIRFLO EX. I mapped it like a GCN controller, L2 and R2 function as the N64's L and R, R1 functions as Z, and of course the right stick is for the c-buttons.

EDIT: I was a little late in saying "previous poster".......try like an entire page back XD

EDIT: at least 3.5 pages...........