N64/Gamecube to USB adapter - V3

The latest version of our GC/N64 controller to USB adapter.

Description

Nintendo 64 and Gamecube controllers are excellent controllers, very appropriate for many PC games, not to mention emulators! With this adapter, it's possible to use a N64 or Gamecube controller on a PC equipped with an USB port.

This adapter is built using advXarch technology.

This is a single-player adapter.

The N64 and Gamecube ports cannot be used simultaneously. See also our two-player N64 and Gamecube adapters.

The adapter:

N64 and Gamecube controllers supported. (list)
Gamecube vibration and N64 Rumble supported.
100% functional without installing special drivers.. Easy to use. (Connects as an USB HID joystick with PID force feedback)
Works under Linux, Mac OS X and Windows.
Updateable firmware.
Some aspects of the adapter are configurable.
Has support for direct controller communication.
Each adapter has its own serial number.
Available in two colors (Black and Violet).^[1]
USB cable included.

Management tool:

Easy to use user interface able to manage several adapters.
Adapter firmware version display and firmware update function.
Connected controller type display.
Built-in vibration/rumble test.
N64 mempak read/write and edit tools.
Supports .N64 and .MPK mempak image files.

Total Latency information: (more info)

Default setting: 6ms
Minimum setting: 3ms

^[1]The actual color of the product may not (and probably will not) appear exactly as pictured and is not garanteed to match anything particular, including video game consoles.

This product is an implementation a raphnet.net open-source project.

Ordering

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Out of stock

The restock estimate is March 2024

Send an e-mail to shop+gcn64_usb_adapter_gen3@raphnet-tech.com if you would like to be notified when this item becomes available.

Item #	ADAP-GCN64-USB_V3
Description	N64 or Gamecube controller to USB adapter (V3, Black Edition)
Price	$27.99

Item #	ADAP-GCN64-USB-V_V3
Description	N64 or Gamecube controller to USB adapter (V3, Violet Edition)
Price	$27.99

We normally ship within 5 days (excluding week-ends and holidays) after payment.
Prices are in US dollars and are subject to change without notice.

Compatibility list

IMPORTANT: This is not a complete list. If something does not appear here, it simply means that we did not get the chance (or the idea) to test it, or that no one let us know that it works.

Help us improve this page by sending test results by email to support@raphnet-tech.com
Thanks!

Tested Controllers

Show list...

Model	Tested by	Supported	Comments
Nintendo Gamecube Controller, Standard (DOL-003)	raphnet.	Yes
Nintendo Gamecube Controller, Super Smash Bros edition (DOL-003)	raphnet.	Yes
Nintendo Gamecube Controller, Japan import with extra long cable	raphnet.	Yes
Nintendo Wavebird	raphnet.	Yes
ASCII Gamecube keyboard, Joystick part (ASC-1901PO)	raphnet.	Yes
ASCII Gamecube keyboard, Keyboard part (ASC-1901PO)	raphnet.	Yes	Since firmware 3.6.0
Intec Wirelss Gamecube Controller	raphnet.	Yes
Mad Catz Microcon (item no. 5646) (Gamecube)	raphnet.	Yes
Playstation to Gamecube adapter	raphnet.	Yes
Hori digital pad for GameCube	User	Yes
Nyko PS2 to Gamecube adapter	User	No
Konami DDR Wii official dance pad	User	Yes
Nintendo standard N64 controller	raphnet.	Yes
Horipad mini 64	raphnet.	Yes
TTX N64 controller	raphnet.	Yes
Ascii pad 64	User	Yes
Retrofighters Brawler 64	raphnet.	Yes
Retro Fighters Brawler 64 wireless edition	raphnet.	Yes	Requires adapter firmware 3.6.1 or newer and poll interval set to 2ms or higher.
Madcatz N64 controller	User	Yes	Turbo buttons work too
InterAct Arcade Shark SV-364 (N64)	User	Yes
InterAct MakoPad 64	User	Yes
InterAct SuperPad 64 Plus	User	Yes
InterAct V3 Racing Wheel (N64)	User	Yes
InterAct Vortex (N64)	User	Yes
Performance UltraRacer 64	User	Yes
Wireless Tribute 64	User	Yes
Reality Quest The Video Game Control Glove (N64)	User	No
Gamester Evolution (N64)	User	No
Madcatz N64 Dual Arcade stick controller	User	No

FAQ

Q: Can I use a Gamecube controller and a N64 controller at the same time?
A: No, this adapter only supports one controller. Connecting more than one controller may prevent it from working at all or degrade performance.

Q: Can I connect a Gamecube keyboard and a N64 controller at the same time?
A: No, see previous answer.

Q: How do I get the a Gamecube keyboard to work?
A: You must enable keyboard mode using the adapter manager. For more information, please look here.

Download(s) & Link(s)

Description	Link
Adapter management/update tools	View
Firmwares	http://www.raphnet.net/electronique/gcn64_usb_adapter_gen3/index_en.php#releases
How to test your USB adapters and controllers	Visit page