How To Use a SNES Controller On PC
Whether you’re emulating a classic or playing a new, retro-styled game, using a SNES controller on PC adds to the overall experience. Playing a classic game like Super Mario World with an XBox Controller or on a keyboard can feel off. Luckily, it is extremely easy to get a SNES controller working on a PC. These can range from completely new hardware to adapters, but all provide that classic SNES feel that players are accustomed to.
SNES Controller to USB Adapter
If you already own a SNES controller, an adapter may be the cheapest and easiest option for you. There are plenty of these available through sites like Amazon that range around $10-$20. The setup is extremely simple, requiring no additional drivers for Windows machines and only needing a quick install for MacOS computers. These easily allow you to play your favorite classics on PC with one of the best controllers in gaming history.
USB SNES Controller
If you do not already own a SNES controller, there are plenty of options available on Amazon to provide you with a similar experience. These are simple, third-party re-creations that plug right into your PC’s USB port without the need of any additional setup. They can range from about $15-$20 and some are even sold in packs of two. They are compatible with Windows, Linux, MacOS, and even the Nintendo Switch. This is the perfect purchase for those who are emulating SNES titles.
Wireless SNES Controller for Switch
Whether you already own this controller for the Switch or are planning on getting one, the wireless SNES controller for the Nintendo Switch is an awesome little controller that perfectly emulates the original SNES feel. An amazing feature of these controllers that many may not know about is its connectivity to anything that accepts Bluetooth. This actually goes for all Switch controllers. Nintendo Online subscribers are able to purchase this controller from Nintendo’s site for only $30, making this an awesome deal. Once the controller is on, it can be paired with any PC with Bluetooth capabilities and used like a regular controller.
