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==Gamepads== | ==Gamepads== | ||
===Original controllers=== | ===Original controllers=== | ||
The best way to emulate a console is by using the actual controller for that console. Here are some different adapters that'll let you use those controllers on your PC: | The best way to emulate a console is by using the actual controller for that console. Here are some different adapters that'll let you use those controllers on your PC: | ||
*[http://amzn.to/1awfjsN Mayflash adapters] work well and are relatively cheap. | *[http://amzn.to/1awfjsN Mayflash adapters] work well and are relatively cheap. | ||
− | *[http://spawnlinux. | + | *[http://spawnlinux.dyndns.org/Bliss-Box/ Bliss-Box] is made to order and probably the best adapters you can buy, but they don't come cheap. |
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*[http://www.retrousb.com/ RetroUSB], good adapters, not the best prices. | *[http://www.retrousb.com/ RetroUSB], good adapters, not the best prices. | ||
− | *[http://www.raphnet.net/electronique/index_en.php | + | *[http://www.raphnet.net/electronique/snes_nes_usb/index_en.php RaphNet] for making your own NES/SNES controller adapters, can also be purchased pre-made. |
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− | === | + | ===PlayStation DualShock=== |
− | + | The [[DualShock 3]] has a very good d-pad, which is something that's hard to find nowadays. Very useful for older consoles. It also has 10-bit precision analog sticks, pressure sensitive buttons, and it can be used wired or wirelessly with a Bluetooth adapter. | |
− | + | The Dual Shock 3 requires special software to work on a pc. In Windows, an external program needs to be installed to use DS3 controllers. Use the new [[SCP Driver Package]]. Do not use [[MotioninJoy]] if you can. On Linux, [http://qtsixa.sourceforge.net/ QtSixA] is available, but if you run into problems try [http://pingus.seul.org/~grumbel/xboxdrv/ xboxdrv]. See the [[DualShock 3#Troubleshooting]] page if you run into problems. | |
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− | + | The [[Dual Shock 4]] also requires a wrapper to get full functionality on PC, like [[DS4 to Xinput]] or [[SCP Driver Package]]. | |
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===Xbox 360=== | ===Xbox 360=== | ||
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The 360 controller does offer good ergonomics and many prefer its analog stick layout -though there are a lot who feel otherwise- over other controllers. However, the poor D-pad means it is lackluster when it comes to emulating older consoles. | The 360 controller does offer good ergonomics and many prefer its analog stick layout -though there are a lot who feel otherwise- over other controllers. However, the poor D-pad means it is lackluster when it comes to emulating older consoles. | ||
− | For the wired 360 | + | For the wired 360 controller simply is plug in, install the drivers, and play. For wireless, you will need a [http://amzn.to/1eNeeLP wireless adapter] to use a wireless controller on a PC. |
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===Logitech USB Gamepad=== | ===Logitech USB Gamepad=== | ||
− | Logitech also makes good | + | Logitech also makes good gamepads that plug directly into the USB port on your computer. Their layout is similar to PlayStation DualShock. There is both a wired and wireless one. |
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− | *[http://amzn.to/1b6sF9S Logitech Gamepad F310] Cheaper wired one | + | *[http://amzn.to/1b6sF9S Logitech Gamepad F310] Cheaper wired one |
*[http://amzn.to/1iJpVXZ Logitech Gamepad F710] Uses wireless 2.4 GHz | *[http://amzn.to/1iJpVXZ Logitech Gamepad F710] Uses wireless 2.4 GHz | ||
===GameCube (GCN) Controller=== | ===GameCube (GCN) Controller=== | ||
− | Arguably the best controller for Smash Bros and some people just like it generally. Various third-party adapters exist for using this on PC, for example [http://amzn.to/12H2JnV Mayflash] adapters. If you want that official feel, though, try the [http://amzn.to/1BkBkXl Official Wii U GameCube adapter]. While it's made mainly for Wii U compatibility, the community has made unofficial USB drivers for it | + | Arguably the best controller for Smash Bros, and some people just like it generally. Various third-party adapters exist for using this on PC, for example [http://amzn.to/12H2JnV Mayflash] adapters. If you want that official feel, though, try the [http://amzn.to/1BkBkXl Official Wii U GameCube adapter]. While it's made mainly for Wii U compatibility, the community has made unofficial USB drivers for it. |
*[https://bitbucket.org/elmassivo/gcn-usb-adapter/src Windows] | *[https://bitbucket.org/elmassivo/gcn-usb-adapter/src Windows] | ||
*[https://github.com/ToadKing/wii-u-gc-adapter Linux] | *[https://github.com/ToadKing/wii-u-gc-adapter Linux] | ||
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===Miscellaneous USB Gamepads=== | ===Miscellaneous USB Gamepads=== | ||
− | There are also [http://amzn.to/1jtzRF1 cheaper gamepads] made by various other companies. However | + | There are also [http://amzn.to/1jtzRF1 cheaper gamepads] made by various other companies. However their build quality may not be as good as Logitech. Some of them are made to be duplicates of console controllers which may be useful when emulating consoles controllers with non standard layouts like the [http://amzn.to/1k4KoEx N64 controller]. |
+ | ==Arcade Sticks== | ||
− | + | Arcade sticks mimic arcade controls. They are typically used by fighting game fans, but can be used for emulation as well. | |
− | Arcade sticks mimic arcade controls. They are typically used by fighting game fans but can be used for emulation as well. | ||
===X-Arcade=== | ===X-Arcade=== | ||
− | http://www.xgaming.com X-Arcade sticks are designed primarily for MAME users but the controls can be easily mapped to any button. Generally considered tacky to use a prebuilt control | + | http://www.xgaming.com X-Arcade sticks are designed primarily for MAME users but the controls can be easily mapped to any button. Generally considered tacky to use a prebuilt control pannel with a home made MAME cabinet but is acceptable to use as a standalone controller. Prices range from $99 to $200 |
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+ | ===Mad Catz=== | ||
+ | http://store.madcatz.com Mad Catz sell a wide variety of arcade sticks for the Xbox 360 but function perfectly well with most operating systems with a little configuration and behave like a normal wired Xinput controller. | ||
==Mobile Gamepads== | ==Mobile Gamepads== | ||
− | Pretty much any [http://amzn.to/1iJqhhe | + | Pretty much any [http://amzn.to/1iJqhhe bluetooth controller] will work with an Andriod or iPhone for emulation. Some recommended controllers: |
* [[DualShock 3]] ($40) Good quality controller | * [[DualShock 3]] ($40) Good quality controller | ||
* [http://amzn.to/MsJLtf Nyko Playpad Pro] ($20) Cheap controller. Has similar layout as DualShock 3. | * [http://amzn.to/MsJLtf Nyko Playpad Pro] ($20) Cheap controller. Has similar layout as DualShock 3. | ||
− | * [http:// | + | * [http://amzn.to/1nhbue7 Moga Controller] ($20) Cheap controller, comes with a clip to attach phone. |
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* [http://amzn.to/1eZ9ukJ Gametel] ($30) Smaller controller, comes with a clip to attach phone. Has similar to layout to NES controller | * [http://amzn.to/1eZ9ukJ Gametel] ($30) Smaller controller, comes with a clip to attach phone. Has similar to layout to NES controller | ||
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==Motion Controller== | ==Motion Controller== | ||
===Wiimote=== | ===Wiimote=== | ||
For emulating Wii games, this is an option if you want to use the real controller. You can connect your Wiimote to your PC using [https://dolphin-emu.org/docs/guides/configuring-controllers/#Real_Wiimote this guide]. If your computer does not have Bluetooth you will need to get a compatible [http://wiibrew.org/wiki/List_of_Working_Bluetooth_Devices USB Bluetooth adapter], [http://amzn.to/1fb1xJo this one] has been known to work. In order for the Wiimote pointer to be detected, you'll need a [http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Wireless-Sensor-Bar-Wii/dp/B004C4XNI6/ wireless sensor bar] or 2 candles. | For emulating Wii games, this is an option if you want to use the real controller. You can connect your Wiimote to your PC using [https://dolphin-emu.org/docs/guides/configuring-controllers/#Real_Wiimote this guide]. If your computer does not have Bluetooth you will need to get a compatible [http://wiibrew.org/wiki/List_of_Working_Bluetooth_Devices USB Bluetooth adapter], [http://amzn.to/1fb1xJo this one] has been known to work. In order for the Wiimote pointer to be detected, you'll need a [http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Wireless-Sensor-Bar-Wii/dp/B004C4XNI6/ wireless sensor bar] or 2 candles. | ||
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==Light Gun== | ==Light Gun== | ||
− | Traditional light guns rely on the behavior of CRT monitors and TVs to function. There are light guns that do not rely on the monitor for positioning but behave more like | + | Traditional light guns rely on the behavior of CRT monitors and TVs to function. There are light guns that do not rely on the monitor for positioning but behave more like wiimotes using IR light.. The accuracy is not as good but most people can adjust fairly quickly. Within most emulators the sensor in the light gun behaves like a mouse and usually require no special drivers for setup. |
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===AimTrak=== | ===AimTrak=== | ||
http://www.ultimarc.com/aimtrak.html | http://www.ultimarc.com/aimtrak.html | ||
− | Works with all monitors including CRT, LCD, and plasma. The package comes with both the USB gun (an infrared receiver) & a USB-to-infrared transmitter bar that sits on top of the screen. The calibration software for Windows XP/Vista/7 is available on the Ultimarc website, but it's also been confirmed to work on Windows 8 (no drivers are required; the unit works as a mouse). The gun kit is also designed to work on | + | Works with all monitors including CRT, LCD, and plasma. The package comes with both the USB gun (an infrared receiver) & a USB-to-infrared transmitter bar that sits on top of the screen. The calibration software for Windows XP/Vista/7 is available on the Ultimarc website, but it's also been confirmed to work on Windows 8 (no drivers are required; the unit works as a mouse). The gun kit is also designed to work on Playstation 2 & 3 consoles as well as in Linux (again, as a mouse,) though there are no official calibration programs for Linux. |
==Racing wheels== | ==Racing wheels== | ||
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<p class="parseasinTitle ">[http://eu.fanatec.com/index.php?route=module/configurator Fanatec Racing Sim Kit]</p> | <p class="parseasinTitle ">[http://eu.fanatec.com/index.php?route=module/configurator Fanatec Racing Sim Kit]</p> | ||
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