SEGA Saturn HSS-0101 Control Pad Gray Controller with Box Tested Japan
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Manufacturer description
Description Official SEGA Saturn Controller Model HSS-0101 Includes original box. Tested and working properly. There are some signs of use, but overall in good condition. Please check the photos carefully for item condition. Only the items shown in the photos are included. Game is not included. Shipping from Japan with care
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored SEGA Saturn HSS-0101 Control Pad Gray Controller with Box Tested Japan using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Sega'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.
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Full Specifications
| type | Standard |
|---|---|
| color | Gray |
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