Original Super Nintendo Controller SNES OEM Tested Works Replacement SNS 005
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Manufacturer description
Single Super Nintendo Controller #SNS-005 From 1991 Tested and works. Does have wear including some scuffs, scratches, and other wear from use. Only includes what is shown in the photos.
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SpecPicks scored Original Super Nintendo Controller SNES OEM Tested Works Replacement… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Nintendo'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.
Full Specifications
| oem | true |
|---|---|
| buttons | 8 |
| connection | wired |
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