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==Gamepads==
==='''Real Controller w/ Adapter'''===
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://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_videogames?_encoding=UTF8&field-brandtextbin=Mayflash&node=468642 Mayflash adapters] work well and are relatively cheap.
*[http://www.retrousb.com/ RetroUSB], good adapters, not the best prices.
*[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.
==='''PlayStation DualShock 3'''===
Why the DualShock over the 360 or FX10 series? For one thing, it has the best D-pad out of the lot, which when emulating older consoles is an automatic win, but it also has 10-bit precision analog sticks, pressure sensitive buttons, and it can be used wired or wirelessly with a Bluetooth adapter. You can also emulate the 360 controller, so it can play PC games natively too.
In Windows, an external program needs to be installed to use DS3 controllers. Use the new [[XInput Wrapper SCP]]. Do not use [[MotioninJoy]] if you can.
==='''Logitech FX10 Series'''===
The Logitech [http://gaming.logitech.com/en-us/product/f310-gamepad F310], [http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-940-000106-Rumble-Gamepad-F510/dp/B003VAM392 F510] and [http://gaming.logitech.com/en-us/product/f710-wireless-gamepad F710] are all pretty good controllers. They're all very similar and feature the 'DualShock' layout, and a floating D-pad. The main differences between them are as follows:
*F310 is wired and has no rumble ($25)
If you're going down this road, the Logitech F310 is the cheapest solution on this page at $25.
==='''Xbox 360'''===
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's lackluster when it comes to emulating older consoles.
