N64 to USB adapter - V3

The latest version of our N64 controller to USB adapter.

Description

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

This adapter is built using advXarch technology.

This is the single-player version of the adapter. See also 2-player version

The adapter:

N64 controllers supported. (list)
N64 Rumble pack supported.
Functional on most OSes without installing drivers. Easy to use. (Connects as an USB HID joystick with PID force feedback)
Works under Linux, Mac OS X and Windows. (Not compatible with the Nintendo Switch)
Updateable firmware.
Some aspects of the adapter are configurable.
Has support for direct controller communication.
USB cable included.

Management tool:

Easy to use user interface able to manage several adapters.
Adapter firmware version display and firmware update function.
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

Buy here

In stock : Ships within 5 business days unless noted otherwise (out of stock, pre-order, holidays, etc).

This summer, we are be taking a break from July 22 (2026) to July 30. Most orders placed in that period will only be shipped after July 31.

Item #	ADAP-N64-USB_V3
Description	N64 controller to USB adapter (V3, Black Edition)
Price	$24.49
Country of origin	Japan

Item #	ADAP-N64-USB-V_V3
Description	N64 controller to USB adapter (V3, Violet Edition)
Price	$24.49
Country of origin	Japan

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.

Other ways to buy

Resellers

Local alternatives to ordering directly from raphnet. Potentially faster or easier (no customs) delivery. Service in other languages and additional payment methods may also be available.

Rhythm Gamer
(Based in United States. Ships internationally)

Resellers are free to set a price that makes sense for them and their target market. Not all resellers may have inventory at the moment. Resellers are listed in a random order.

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 standard N64 controller	raphnet.	Yes
Horipad mini 64	raphnet.	Yes
TTX N64 controller	raphnet.	Yes
Ascii pad 64	User	Yes
Retro Fighters 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.
Retro-Bit Tribute 64	User	Yes
Madcatz N64 controller	User	Yes	Turbo buttons work too
InterAct Arcade Shark SV-364	User	Yes
InterAct MakoPad 64	User	Yes
InterAct SuperPad 64 Plus	User	Yes
InterAct V3 Racing Wheel	User	Yes
InterAct Vortex	User	Yes
Performance UltraRacer 64	User	Yes
Wireless Tribute 64	User	Yes
Reality Quest The Video Game Control Glove	User	No
Gamester Evolution	User	No
Madcatz N64 Dual Arcade stick controller	User	No

FAQ

Q: Is there a difference in performance or features between this adapter and the N64/GC to USB combo?
A: There is no difference and they run exactly the same firmware, but with a different product ID and name.

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