NES/Famicom Controller to USB adapter circuit (v3)

A small circuit to convert a NES/Famicom controller to USB, or to build an adapter. Two form-factors available.

  •  This product (BRD-NES-USB-SLD)
  •  Wiring
  •  Example use (NES controller USB mod)
  •  Example use (NES controller USB mod)
  •  Example use (Famicom P1 controller USB mod)
  •  Example use (Famicom P2 controller USB mod)
  •  Example use (Famicom controller USB mod)

Description

Playing NES games with an emulator is great, but nothing is better than playing with the original gamepads. This circuit makes it possible to convert a real NES controller to USB, or to build a custom USB adapter for NES controllers.

Available in two form factors: Standard form, with on-board mini USB connector, and a compact form recommended for modding controllers or for use when space is limited.

advXarch This circuit uses advXarch technology and is as performant as our pre-built adapters.

Features:
  • Standard NES controllers supported (all regions)
  • 100% functional without installing special drivers. Easy to use. (Connects as an USB HID joystick)
  • Works under Linux, Mac OS X and Windows.
  • Updateable firmware.
  • Some aspects of the adapter are configurable.
    • D-Pad can act as buttons or axis
    • Configurable polling rate

Total Latency information: (more info)
  • Default setting: 6ms
  • Minimum setting: 2ms

Ordering

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In stock : Ships within 5 business days unless noted otherwise (out of stock, pre-order, holidays, etc).
Item #BRD-NES-USB-SLD
DescriptionNES Controller to USB conversion circuit (v3)
product picture
Price$15.89
Country of originJapan
Item #BRD-NES-USB
DescriptionNES Controller to USB conversion circuit (v3)
product picture
Price$15.89
Country of originJapan

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

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ModelTested bySupportedComments
Standard NES controllers (all regions)raphnet.Yes
Famicom controllersraphnet.Yes
NES Advantageraphnet.Yes
NES FourScore (Nintendo)raphnet.No
NES Zapperraphnet.NoCannot be supported by this circuit.

Supported systems

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ModelTested bySupportedComments
PC (Windows, Linux)raphnet.YesThis is what this circuit was designed for.
PS3, PS4, PS5...UserNoBesides the problematic lack of a PS/Home button, buttons (on your controller or guitar) would most likely be incorrect.
Nintendo SwitchUserNoThe Switch does not support any of our USB adapters and circuits unfortunately.
Analogue Pocket dockUserNoReported not to work.
Other consoles, mini-consoles, etcUserPartialCould work, but not necessarily very usable, unless the system offers a way to map buttons. Please let us know!

FAQ

Q: Is this circuit compatible with the Nintendo Switch?
A: No, unfortunately the switch does not support this circuit.

Download(s) & Link(s)

DescriptionLink
Wiring guidewiring-nes-usb.pdf
Adapter management/update toolsView
How to test your USB adapters and controllersVisit page

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