Retro-Bit BIG6 2.4 GHz Sega Genesis Wireless Arcade Controller Pad for Sega Genesis Original/Mini, Switch, PC, Mac - Black

I always liked the feel of the 3 button controller over the 6 button. Retrobit has made a very good blending of the two.Battery life is very good, and I have no issues with comfort when I'm sinking a couple hours into Sonic 3 & Knuckles.I got the wireless version because I thought it would be good for the Switch. It is but only kind of.The controller is responsive and the shoulder and menue buttons fill in the gaps you need, but most games are designed for the diamond layout with 'b' on the bottom.It works fine for Smash and great for Monster Boy, but I should have gotten the wired controller instead.

Let me start by saying you can't go wrong with Retro-bit products. We're a family of gamers, with multiple generations of consoles from Nintendo, Sega (obviously), Microsoft and Sony. I first purchased a pair of Retro-bit wireless controllers for my Sega Saturn and they absolutely rocked! The ones I'm reviewing now, also didn't disappoint. Here are the details:Packaging: The Sega Genesis controller didn't come in the same quality of case as the Sega Saturn controllers that Retro-bit offers. The packaging is sufficient, it will keep your controller, adapters safe and together.Contents: The controller cones with both a USB adapter and the 9-hole Genesis adapter. This allows you to play on PC whether you use an emulator or have one of the many Sega Classic game pack CD-ROMs for PC, or if you're using any of the three generations of Sega Genesis consoles. The controller is the 6-button style which let's you play all of your favorite fighting games of that era. These controllers do not work on the AT Games Legends Flashback Sega Genesis clone. I don't have a Sega Genesis Mini, so I can't say if they will or will not work on that product.Ease of Use: The controllers are ready to use the day you open them. It's probably a good idea to give them a full charge before use, JIC. They pair quickly and easily using the pairing button on the adapters.Pros: Great value for the money. These controllers are larger than the original Genesis and AT Games Genesiz models, which is good, because most of our hands have grown since the 90's. A Home and Select button have been added to this controller, as well as left and right shoulder buttons. I haven't tried the buttons yet, so I can't say what functionality they offer.Cons: Wish it had the same case as the Retro-bit Saturn controller, but no other cons.Overall: If you're into retor-gaming on the Sega Genesis, definitely pick up a pair of these.

I love the feel of this controller. It is so close to being perfect but has a few operational quirks that unfortunately bring the score down from a 5 to a 4.Main complaints are:*WiFi dropouts at less than 10 feet if fingers are rested on top of controller like natural*Short battery life @ 500mAh*Trouble dealing with Steam Deck or PC input mapping properly even with both built in PC modes (never have proper button assignment whether in 3 or 6 button mode)Pros:*Feels exactly like what I dreamed a 6 button should have been originally*I played games for hours I never played in years due to having more authentic and good controller for these style games*Looks and feels great in your hands*Works great with original Genesis (model 2) hardware

2nd Update, after fully charging, had paired, shut off Laptop, went to play games again, turned on laptop, controller & reviever paired ok, then controller shut off from not using right away & when turned back on, was no longer paired, couldn't get them paired, hard reset didn't work, so tossed in garbage since shipping back at my expense was going cost 1/2 price of controller & they don't refund 100% of monies, I'll never buy anything from this company again.

The SEGA Genesis BIG6 2.4 GHz Wireless controller from Retro-Bit Gaming features the 3-button design with 6-Button functionality, and the added benefit of being wireless! It works great with the Genesis Mini 1 and 2, plus PC and Mac, and the Nintendo Switch! When using it on the Switch, it maps the buttons in NSO Mode perfectly. That macro also works great with games like Sonic Mania Plus and Sonic Origins Plus! It gives you the satisfaction of playing SEGA games with a SEGA Controller, and I would heartily recommend this to a lot of people!

This is such a a cool thing in concept,ales a nice showpiece, but in use it's not that great. The ABC buttons are at odd depths, especially the A button, and the D-pad doesn't feel great either. I have a standard Sega 3-button pad and an 8bitdo M30 to compare to, and yeah, this one is inferior to both. But it's not expensive and it's just so freaking cool they made a 6-button controllers in the shape of the 3-button, so I needed it regardless.It's usable, it's fine, it's just not great.

All the goodness of the Sega 6 button arcade pad, with the nostalgia feel of the OG Genesis controller. No issues with pairing, worked fine with my V2 Genesis and with my PC and Switch. If you want a 6 button Genesis controller that's wireless, I recommend this one.

I like the quality and works well with super street fighter.Only wish is that it was compatible with hakchi on my mini 1.