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SNES Controller

Nintendo · 1990 · Nintendo

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ProprietaryCustomretro✓ Input Supported✓ Rumble / Feedback

Overview

The Super Nintendo controller that introduced the diamond four-button face layout and shoulder buttons that became industry standard for decades.

Technical Details

Connection

Proprietary

Protocol

Custom

Era

Retro

Platform

Nintendo

Year

1990

Specifications

Buttons

Analog Sticks

Analog Triggers

Weight

140g

Button Layout: A B X Y

Native Compatibility

Works natively with these platforms (no adapter needed):

SNES

With a Joypad adapter, also works on additional consoles — see adapter compatibility below.

Joypad Adapter Compatibility

This controller works with the following Joypad adapters powered by joypad-os:

USB-to-SNES

Super Nintendo adapter

DIY Build Guides

Build your own adapter for the SNES Controller with these step-by-step guides:

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Build a USB-to-SNES Controller Adapter

Medium difficulty

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Support Status

✅Input (Controller → Console)

All buttons, analog sticks, and triggers are fully supported.

✅Output (Console → Controller)

Rumble/vibration feedback and LED indicators are supported.

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