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SAFFUN [USB Version] USB N64 Controller, N64 Wired PC Gamepad [3D Analog Stick] for Windows PC MAC Linux Raspberry Pi Genesis Higan Project 64 Retropie OpenEmu Emulator (Plug & Play) (Gray)
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SAFFUN USB N64 Controller

Bottom line: The SAFFUN USB N64 Controller is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the controllers & gamepads category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 3D Analog Stick for precise control, no drifting, gives you a wonderful gaming experience.
  • ✓ Backed by SAFFUN's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Customers Frequently Asked Questions:Q: 1. What can of application do I need to download to use this controller?A: No application needed. Plug it in and your PC or Respberry Pi will recognize it.Q: 2. Will this work for Tesla Atari games?A: If you're using an Atari emulator on PC or Mac, then it will.Q: 3. Can I use it to play online games?A: No, this controller doesn't support online games because you couldn't map the buttons.Q: 4. Why my controller inputting both joystick and keyboard buttons?A: What emulator are you using? Difficulty on mapping the buttons depends on the emulator. We…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored SAFFUN USB N64 Controller using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. SAFFUN's controllers & gamepads lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for controllers & gamepads of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Just Plug and Play! Generic USB controller, this uses a standard USB port, if your program or application accepts USB controller input, it can be used natively without drivers or patches. Cord is approx. 5.9 ft. long.
  • Supported multiple hardware platforms: Windows PC, Notebook Computer, Laptop; Android Smartphone: connect via an USB OTG cable; Raspberry Pi; IOS Mac computer
  • Supported Operating system: Windows 98, ME, Vista, 2000, 2003, XP, 7, 8, 8.1, 10; Linux UBUNTU, Linux Mint; Mac OS X and beyond; Retrogaming operating systems: RetroPie, Recalbox, Happi Game Center, Lakka, ChameleonPi, Piplay
  • Please Note: DO NOT SUPPORT ANDROID TV BOX, C64(Commodore 64), Google Chromebook, Amazon Fire TV, Steam, Tesla Model. Do not support ONLINE games
  • 3D Analog Stick for precise control, no drifting, gives you a wonderful gaming experience.

Full Specifications

BrandSAFFUN
Please NoteDO NOT SUPPORT ANDROID TV BOX, C64(Commodore 64), Google Chromebook, Amazon Fire TV, Steam, Tesla Model. Do not support ONLINE games
ConnectivityUSB
Power SourceCorded Electric
CompatibilityPC, N64, Android, iOS, Mac, Linux
Button Quantity16
Connection TypeWired
Controller TypeJoystick, Windows
Item Dimensions6 x 5 x 0.72 inches
Hardware Platformpc
Compatible DevicesAndroid, IOS
Additional FeaturesRumble
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Manufacturer Part NumberY-D002-297+Y-D004-011
Supported multiple hardware platformsWindows PC, Notebook Computer, Laptop; Android Smartphone: connect via an USB OTG cable; Raspberry Pi; IOS Mac computer
Full listing titleSAFFUN [USB Version] USB N64 Controller, N64 Wired PC Gamepad [3D Analog Stick] for Windows PC MAC Linux Raspberry Pi Genesis Higan Project 64 Retropie OpenEmu Emulator (Plug & Play) (Gray)

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