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    Default How are Generic controllers for old systems usually?

    I ask because I bought one of those Generic 6 button Genesis controllers because I wanted a 6 button Genesis controller to play Street Fighter so, the question is are they good or bad?
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    I'll follow up with a question of my own. How are those $15 NES Dog Bone controllers on eBay I keep seeing?
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    It depends on which brand you've bought, as well as which model. Some third-party controllers work wonderfully; others not so much. Without knowing precisely which one you've got, I'm not sure anyone can voice their opinion on it.

    But more to the point, try plugging it into a Genesis and playing for an hour or two; you should have all the answers you need.

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    in my experience, the dogbone NES controllers are great, and every generic genesis pad I have is extremely good.

    I dont think generics started blowing wang until PSX/N64 era.

    its probably a safe bet that your controller is ok.

    what one is it
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    Perhaps I should have been more clear. I was talking about those generic NES Dog Bones. Maybe you assumed as such?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Urzu402 View Post
    I ask because I bought one of those Generic 6 button Genesis controllers because I wanted a 6 button Genesis controller to play Street Fighter so, the question is are they good or bad?
    By "generic" do you mean "knock offs" or "third party"?

    In the case of third party controllers pretty much any brand is fine. The only third party Genesis pad I didn't like was Doc's Hitech Pad. The Rhino pads are very good, pretty much as good as oficial Sega pads.

    Anyway, if you bought it wouldn't you be able to tell us instead?
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    I usually don't bother with third-party controllers, unless they really stick out. Some examples of exceptions in my collection (all of which are worth checking out):

    -2600 WICO sticks (MUCH better than the standard joysticks, imo)
    -SNES Asciiware arcade stick
    -PS2 Saturn-style controllers (such as the Street Fighter Anniversary controllers - nice for fighters and retro compilations)
    -The PS2 Mad Cats Retrocon controller and similar retro-styled controllers for newer systems (also nice for retro comps)
    -The N64 Superpad

    When it comes to generic third-party controllers, first-party controllers are usually just as cheap on the used market and are much more reliable. For example, third-party N64 controllers usually have cheaply made control sticks that can break easily. I've heard that certain third-party Dreamcast controllers can damage the control ports.

    Btw, here's an example of those NES dogbone knockoffs Cloud121 asked about:
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    Load up on any and all High Frequency controllers you come across! They're the cream of the crop when it comes to 3rd party controllers!

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    One third party controller I can think of that was pure shit was the TurboTouch series of controllers. The premise was there, but the execution was horrible. My main gripe was that the touch pad itself as the plastic from the sides of the pad would rub and burn my fingers. If the pad was like that of a laptop, with no plastics on the sides, then it might have been better. Oh well...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Cloud121 View Post
    I'll follow up with a question of my own. How are those $15 NES Dog Bone controllers on eBay I keep seeing?
    I just got 2 of these to use on my Wii for NES emulation and they feel and work almost exactly the same as the originals. The only problem I have had with them is that when you press down on the D-pad too hard it cancel's the effect out. I'm not sure why this is but an example would be on SMB when you press down mario will duck, but if you press a little too hard he will stand back up. It was annoying but I'm getting used to not pressing down so hard.

    Oh and they can be had for 10$ free shipping. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...%3DI%26otn%3D2
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    Quote Originally Posted by megasdkirby View Post
    One third party controller I can think of that was pure shit was the TurboTouch series of controllers. The premise was there, but the execution was horrible. My main gripe was that the touch pad itself as the plastic from the sides of the pad would rub and burn my fingers. If the pad was like that of a laptop, with no plastics on the sides, then it might have been better. Oh well...

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    QFT. I was also going to mention the Turbo Touch 360 (and for exactly the same reason) when I saw the mention of Doc's (which sucked, but were at least usable).

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    It depends what you mean by "generic." 3rd-party ones that come out during the system's life are generally pretty good. Controllers that come out way after (aftermarket controllers), designed to cater to people who don't know where to look for an authentic controller, are generally a level below 3rd-party controllers.
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    The controller I ordered is probably an after market one designed to look like the real thing.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Cloud121 View Post
    I'll follow up with a question of my own. How are those $15 NES Dog Bone controllers on eBay I keep seeing?
    My only problem with the one I have is that the A&B are at an angle (like the SNES buttons). Why this is a problem? I was used to the buttons being side by side, so when I go to do stuff in SMB3 (running jump) my thumb is used to the other button being next to, and not slightly above.

    Plus I think the d-pad on mine might be a bit sloppy.


    As for Genesis pads. For 3-button pads, I'll always recommend the asciiPad SG (or asciiPad MD in Europe). I've had mine since 1993/1994 and the d-pad and buttons are still rock solid. The 6-button version they made has an SNES layout (which I don't like) and the d-pad is not as good as the 3-button.

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    The size and finish of the dogbone is very good but there's a few flaws.

    If you open the controller up you'll notice the silicone membrane underneath the dpad is slightly imperfect. Up, Left and Right are all spot on but the down sensor isn't.

    If you want to cut apart the silicone membrance and glue it back on top sensor you'd have a great working dpad.

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