can you buy controllers that work for sega and nintendo instead of using the keyboard

[hottshott2]

i just wanted to know if anyone could tell me if it is possible to buy controllers for sega or nintendo instead of using the keyboard. if so where is the best place to purchase them.

[sabby]

Many people have been using controllers here.

Look here (http://retrouprising.com/video-games/tips/how-play-games-using-controller-using-xpadder/t2865/?ltr=H)

[Kong]

I think the general consensus is an xbox 360 controller from Amazon. Not wireless.
Retro Uprising - FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions (http://retrouprising.com/faq.php?faq=vb3_board_faq#faq_gamepad)

[Winnebagel]

True. I use a regular old Xbox 360 (with cord), and it works just fine in ArcadeOx. I don't even have to use any special software with that controller, though many people seem to have success with Xpadder and Pinnacle if they use other controllers.

[hottshott2]

how about a playstation 3 controller does that work also

[Winnebagel]

how about a playstation 3 controller does that work also

I haven't tried that myself, but it might work. If it doesn't recognize it automatically, a program like Xpadder or Pinnacle would probably make it work with the proviso that it is on a cord.

I used to use this Logitech wireless controller on RU which was very similar to the design of the PS3 controller.:

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Cordless-Rumblepad-Vibration-

It worked fine, but did need another program to make it recognize the controller.

[hottshott2]

i got the controller working for super nintendo but when i try to use it on sega it say i need a direct7.0 or higher anyone know what this means.

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just wanted to thank those who helped got the controller working thanks again you guys were very helpful

[Tails]

Hey Bagel, your link does not work.

[Winnebagel]

Hey Bagel, your link does not work.

Good point. I guess it was an old link. Here's the one I was talking about:

Amazon.com: Logitech Cordless Rumblepad 2 with Vibration Feedback (Black): Video Games

[Tails]

How's the Dpad on that? On mine it suxs. Very very stiff.

[Winnebagel]

How's the Dpad on that? On mine it suxs. Very very stiff.

The dpad on the 360 is terrible, but on the Logitech it's pretty good. It's the 4 D buttons like on the PS2.

[Tails]

I might look into that one then. Seeing the one I have can be a two player controller, I'd like to use the D pad more.