[Amazon / US] 8BitDo Sn30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad (Sn Edition) - $42.49 (Lightning Deal, 15% off)

Get the 8BitDo SN30 Pro Plus. Easily my favorite controller, and it's cheaper than the Nintendo Pro Controller. I think the only thing the Pro has over it is HD Rumble and you can't wake the Switch from sleep with the 8BitDo.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_CF.3FbJ2XB9BC

Ive been playing on my s8+ and it's great. Controls are good considering the touch screen. But even better with my 8Bitdo Sn30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad (Sn Edition) - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iVKeEbG6TNZVG

You live in the US?

Amazon has it in stock for the Sn edition of it. But it is through a 3rd party Amazon associate.

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT

8Bitdo Sn30 is the bee's knees.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT I like this one in black it reminds me most of ds4

At that price just buy an 8bitdo. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_bw5EFbM9Z06FV

Edit: now that I remember the 8bitdo is good for more than the switch too. Works in mobile and pc so more compatability for the same price.

Realistically speaking, it's much easier to get an Android phone to be a good portable emulation box, ideally paired with a controller like this one (and even better, a clip to hold your phone with it like this). Decent emulators for most consoles older than the PS2 or so are easy to run on most any phone (and definitely any flagship from the last 5 years). Use the phone you already have, add a controller that is actually quite good as a PC controller as well, and boom, you've got yourself portable emulation.

8Bitdo SN30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad for Nintendo Switch - Review

8Bitdo SN30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad

Hardware Type: Game Controller

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Review:

The 8Bitdo SN30 Pro+ is a game controller for the Nintendo Switch (but also compatible with Windows 7.0 and higher, Android 4.0 and higher, and iOS 10.7 and higher). For the purposes of this review, I used a standard-model Nintendo Switch.

Where the SN30 Pro was a controller designed to look like a classic Super Nintendo controller, the SN30Pro+ deviates a bit further from that design, bringing it closer to the design of the Switch Pro Controller with the grips on either side. However, on its face it still has a similar size, shape, and button layout to both the SN30 Pro and the original Super Nintendo Controller, and one of the optional color schemes for the controller mimics the look of the original Super Nintendo controller. As such, for the purposes of this review, I'll be comparing this controller to both the SN30 Pro and the Nintendo Pro Controller.

As with the SN30 Pro, this controller has almost all of the functionality of the Pro Controller. It doesn't have the ability to interact with Amiibo, and it can't start the Switch on its own (players will have to use another controller to fire up the Switch before using this one). But all of the buttons on the Switch controller are here, along with a D-Pad and two analog sticks. In place of the Minus and Plus buttons are "Select" and "Start" buttons, and in place of the Capture and Home buttons are a Star button and a button with 8Bitdo's symbol on it (though they function similarly). On the top of the controller are two sets of L and R buttons (here named simple L, L2, R, and R2), a charging port, and a sync button, along with a charging indicator light.

When first syncing the controller, players may find it awkward. It's not a very intuitive process, as it involves pressing multiple face buttons at once (not sure why they couldn't just have the sync button handle this). And, again, the controller won't turn on the Switch, and players will need another controller to head into the system menus to get this one started up. Not a very elegant process.

Once you get that out of the way though, you'll find this controller to be compatible with just about everything, save for those games that exclusively require the Joy-Cons or a touchscreen. And while I felt that the SN30 Pro was a bit of a mixed bag, I'd argue that the SN30 Pro+ fares much better overall.

While not as light as the SN30 Pro, the Pro+ is still a few ounces lighter than Nintendo's Pro Controller, while still feeling pretty sturdy. It also bears mention that it feels slimmer than Nintendo's controller. Overall this controller I'd say feels very comfortable in your hands.

Those used to the asymmetrical sticks of Nintendo's controller may need some time to adjust to this controller's symmetrical sticks, but before long they feel pretty natural. Like the SN30 Pro, the control sticks on this controller are pretty close together, but the addition of the grips on either side helps to make this feel less awkward, and makes the button placement of the face buttons feel a lot more natural too.

However, those are minor details. One of the huge advantages this controller has over the SN30 Pro are the D-Pad and shoulder buttons. The D-Pad is a good deal less stiff this time around, giving a bit in a way that feels better (in my opinion, at least). And more importantly, gone are the cramped L2 and R2 buttons from the SN30 Pro, replaced here by full-fledged trigger buttons, and analog triggers at that.

This may not be particularly important for those using the controller exclusively for the Switch, since as of this writing the only games that support analog triggers that I'm aware of are Trials Rising and Grid Autosport (and those games only support the GameCube controller's analog triggers - they won't detect the analog triggers on the SN30 Pro+). However, those looking to use this controller on other devices will be glad that this controller's triggers are up to this standard (and they feel great, too!).

Overall, I felt that this controller mostly felt pretty good for playing both 2D and 3D games, with the only game that didn't feel quite right being Super Metroid on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System app - in my opinion, this game is the problem child of awkward controller layouts, making players hold B and X if they want to run and charge the charge beam, and shifting the knuckle of the thumb over to hit A to jump (the only controller I've found works well for this game is the original Super Nintendo controller, and the Nintendo Switch Online Super Nintendo controller).

That said, there is one button placement that I found to be frustrating, apparently a holdover from the attempt to make the controller mimic the Super Nintendo controller - much like the SN30 Pro, the SN30 Pro+ puts the -/+ buttons (renamed Select and Start) right in the middle of the controller, which makes them awkward to reach for without taking your thumbs off of the other buttons and control sticks. If you're playing a game that requires swift access to these buttons, this controller may pose a problem. Also, the Home and Capture buttons' placement under the D-Pad and face buttons makes them extremely awkward to reach for during the action of a game, although you could alternately argue that it makes them harder to hit on accident.

However, while the SN30 Pro+ still retains a few of the flaws of the SN30 Pro, pretty much all of the changes to the + are positive ones. Quite simply, this is a better controller than the SN30 Pro. So then the question becomes, how does this controller stack up to Nintendo's pro controller? And the answer is... pretty damn good, actually.

First, though I've mentioned them before, it bears repeating that this controller doesn't have two of the features in Nintendo's controller - there's no Amiibo support, and you can't wake the Switch using the controller. Add to that the awkward placement of the -/+ buttons and the frustrating pairing process to get the controller set up, and you have a list of the biggest advantages of Nintendo's controller over this one.

Having said that, both the rumble and gyroscopic motion control in the SN30 Pro+ are fantastic, and I'd say I like these features better in this controller than in the Pro Controller. What's more, those who connect the SN30 Pro+ to their PC will be able to customize any number of features of the controller, including the analog trigger sensitivity, vibration intensity, and button mapping. And while Nintendo has recently added button mapping options into the Nintendo Switch operating system, this controller's button-mapping options go a step further by allowing players to assign button macros to the buttons (so you could, for example, set up an "instant hadouken" button if you so desired).

So, is the SN30 Pro+ better than the Nintendo Switch Pro controller? Welllll... I wouldn't go that far. Honestly, it's a toss-up between the two, although I'll note that it's a toss-up that I suspect Nintendo rigged in their favor because they don't allow third-party controllers to use the features that are exclusive to their devices (again, Amiibo support and the ability to wake the Switch). However, the cheaper price tag for the SN30 Pro+ (it regularly sells for $50, compared to Nintendo's $70-80 controller) makes it a lot more competitive, I feel, putting the two neck and neck. Oh, and that's not to mention the issue that Nintendo's controllers have with drift... but I haven't used the SN30 Pro+ enough to make for a fair comparison there.

Overall, the SN30 Pro+ is the best third-party controller I have used on the Nintendo Switch, and it is neck-and-neck with Nintendo's own Pro Controller for the title of best controller on the Switch. This controller is not without its faults - it lacks important features Nintendo's controller has, and it has a few minor frustrations that pop up here and there... but it also has some unique features of its own, as well as a decent price point. Overall, if you're looking for a less-expensive alternative to Nintendo's Pro controller, the SN30 Pro+ is likely to be your best bet.

tl;dr – The 8Bitdo SN30 Pro+ is a Nintendo Switch controller that is similar in design to Nintendo's pro controller, although it lacks some of that controller's features, and has a few unique features of its own. While it's not without its flaws, overall this is a superb controller and an excellent lower-price alternative to Nintendo's Pro controller.

Grade: A-

Cheers man! Uuh I love people asking on my controller I swear by it! I got mine of amazon for $49.99 dude, 8BitDo SN30pro+, mine is the gameboy colors variant, I believe there is a black and the super nintendo colors, wireless and battery life lasts me a full day! 10/10 best controller on the market for swtich if you ask me. I personally was looking for joysticks parallel and as close to a PlayStation controller as possible, this one was the best one I found out there.

The Actual bitdo entry is set to go on sale at 9am or so tomorrow.

The bot is looking at the reviews as a whole. While it's a good product (can confirm, I have two), that doesn't preclude the reviews from being farmed or otherwise manipulated.

Edit: this is a different listing than the official 8bitdo product page, which has thousands of reviews. It's probably the same product. Probably.

I've seen this one recommended a few times so it is on my wish list.

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT

I use my PS4 controller.

I recently got an 8bitdo SN30 Pro+ and got the phone clip with it. My Pixel 3a XL fits in it perfectly and I have never worried about it falling out. I love it.

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=aw_rtpb_1_2/131-7631845-9918743?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07T8JKVNT&pd_rd_r=940de414-4897-4228-ad07-742ace63df44&pd_rd_w=gI8r7&pd_rd_wg=iRWb7&pf_rd_p=1c4132f3-023c-4700-aab9-17ca9d5ea4f4&pf_rd_r=48XPRSGDTNA5579HHE6C&psc=1&refRID=48XPRSGDTNA5579HHE6C&th=1

Looks like same deal on Amazon if you prefer https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=sn%2Bpro%2B30%2Bplus&qid=1587908035&sprefix=sn%2Bpro&sr=8-5&th=1&psc=1

8bitdo SN30 pro plus is pretty solid. Dpad is better than the pro controller. Cheaper too

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_tgyFEb4CHRQKK

Maybe the SN30 Pro Plus?

I opted for the 8bitdo pro+ controller rather than the nintendo pro. It’s cheaper, sturdier, and I personally like the joysticks much much more (I have small hands). It’s basically a ps2 controller, and I got it so I could play games where I want balanced joysticks, like Katamari.

If you’re buying for kids, it’s a great option, has multiple colors, and works on other systems as well.

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT

I've heard PowerA controllers tend to break after ~6 months but it should get you through the quarantine.

I think the 8bitdo SN30 Pro or Pro+ is a better value since they perform better against the Nintendo pro controller and the Pro+ are on sale right now ($40).

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT

Deal link: Amazon

^^Note: ^^The ^^deal ^^may ^^have ^^expired ^^by ^^the ^^time ^^you ^^see ^^this ^^post.

If you’re purchasing a new controller, I really like the 8bitdo SN30 Pro+. It has a really nice dpad for retro games and sticks and triggers for modern titles.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_hbp6FbRPPSXFJ

It's the 8bitdo SN30 Pro+. My favorite controller at the moment. The mobile clip for it is pretty inexpensive too.

MSRP is $50, but it's been $40 or slightly less twice in the last two months.

The app is downloaded via 8bitdo's website. There's a little manual in the box.

This only works on the version with handles, the normal SN30 Pro device does not support remapping.

Here, this 100% works for both, and is the best controller 8Bitdo puts out: 8Bitdo Sn30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad (Sn Edition) - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RL.YEb97HZC4E

Can I recommend the 8BitDo SN30 Pro+? It's bigger than the DS4 and bordering on big for my already sizeable (read: fat) hands. The ergonomics are a little different than Xbox or DS controllers but I still find mine very comfortable to use and hold. It connects to Nintendo Switch, PC, Android, OSX, iOS, and raspberry pi via USB-C or Bluetooth. 8BitDo makes fantastic peripherals and this is the fourth item I've purchased from them. It does not disappoint at all.

this one https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=8bitdo+pro&qid=1585245551&sr=8-3

You can get a Pro controller, or this one

8Bitdo Sn30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad (Sn Edition) - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gP4oEb3G0RKTR

Limited Deals expires just before midnight PST

Super Nintendo edition is also at this price

If you can wait 1 week, it’s on back order on amazon at the same price

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OwBPEb0BAHMKP

8bitdo SN 30 Pro+ is a solid controller for both systems. Also If you like to play 2d games it has a fantastic dpad.

SN Pro+ Amazon

Hmm I checked apparently that drifts too here buy this instead

No one has reported drift and it shouldn’t and even if it does it’s much cheaper

For the exact same price you could get this sexy thing which not only isn't ugly, but also has PS4 support.

A new first-party Xbone controller is only $10 more.

Given those prices, adding an extra $20 on for controllers with less traditional builds like Joycons or the one in OP's photo doesn't seem too unreasonable.

Awesome quality 8bitdo SN30 pro+

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=8bitdo&qid=1605232322&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT?th=1

You can also use this controller, it works for any device incase you get a switch or any thing else

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=8bitdo+sn30+pro+plus&qid=1602527267&sr=8-3

Although I'm not sure if it works with Roblox, so you should probably research, if you also have a pc you can change the configure the controller layout to what your niece prefers.

The buttons look off, but if it works great, then keep it! https://www.8bitdo.com/sn30-pro-plus/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=twister_B07V5CFMY4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The Pro+ model has an Xinput mode, along with Switch and some others. I haven't tried it on a Windows PC, but it worked well on a Raspberry Pi, and I use it all the time on my Switch. It's a great controller IMO https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT?th=1

You could also go for something like this, though I haven't tried it myself I know it's been a popular option in the past https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-940-000110-Gamepad-F310/dp/B003VAHYQY

Note, I don't think either work on an Xbox console, but you mentioned PC games so I'm assuming that's what you need.

SN30 Pro+ controller? I have the pro controller, but I still had hand cramping issues.

Skull & Co Casewith grip for handheld comfort

I use the 8BitDo SN30 Pro+ controllers. I'd recommend that or the N30 Pro 2

Amazon just put it on sale, maybe you have time to order this and cancel your other order?

https://www.amazon.com/8BitDo-Sn30-Pro-Sn-Edition/dp/B07T8JKVNT?

fwiw, the link to the prime deal version (for the pro+) isn't the same as the link/product page from 8bitdo's website (when you click their "order on Amazon" button), which takes you here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T8JKVNT main difference seems to be Runsnail is the seller in the "deal" version.

I absolutely love my 8Bitdo SN30 Pro+ for use with my pi (and also literally everything else I want to use a controller for). I feel like I'm shilling a bit right now, but go check out their site, they've got lots of great retro-style bluetooth controllers.

Otherwise, check out the controllers section of the RetroPie Docs. Here's the PS4 controller section since I can't link to the overall controllers section. Typically, you can connect any kind of bluetooth controller with no hassle, but this section shows how to connect many other controllers.

And if you end up really needing a wired controller and are worried about wire length, female-male usb cables (essentially usb extension cords) aren't exactly expensive.

8BitDo is defiantly a great brand for controllers. Though you could spend just a little more and get the SN30 Pro+ . It has grips, so it’s a lot more comfortable to hold.

Nintendo made some wireless SNES controllers for the Switch that are worth looking into. They’re $30, but they are sold out right now

If you’re just wanting a controller with a good d-pad for SNES games then 8BitDo also has the regular SN30 for $30

Your drift problems will not be fixed by new ones. They will drift. Hell the Switch Lite drifts.

If anybody is looking for a pro controller: the 8bitdo sn30 pro + is fucking awesome.
For a joycon handheld replacement, I recommend the Hori Split Pad

For your current joy cons drifting go get a cellphone repair/electronics repair screwdriver kit. Look up some videos, you can fix the problem yourself.

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The Switch can be used portably sort of like a tablet mixed with a gameboy, or you can put it in a “dock” and play it through your tv like a classic video game console. Some games force motion controls on you (although they are much better than the motion controls on the Wii) but that is pretty rare. Almost every game allows you to use a regular controller, which is called the Switch Pro Controller. They’re expensive but I would highly recommend picking one up.

As far as games go - you’re in luck! The Switch is a retro gaming machine at this point. There’s tons of classic games on the Switch, as well as a lot of independent games that are made to look and play like retro games. You can download them directly from the eShop on your Switch using a credit card or gift card, or some of these have physical releases which you could buy and then put the cartridge in.

Unless you’re a collector or want to re-sell your games later, I would recommend buying games digitally rather than physically. This allows you to switch between the games instantly rather than having to get up and replace cartridges. It doesn’t sound like a big deal but it ends up being annoying after a while. If you’re going to be buying a lot of digital games though you’ll need to purchase a micro SD card which expands the storage capacity of the system. You just plug it directly into the back of the Switch behind the kickstand. Really easy and there’s lot of YouTube videos to help you find the slot.

Here are some retro games you can get on the Switch!

• Sonic the Hedgehog (Genesis/Mega Drive)
• Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Genesis/Mega Drive)
• Sega Genesis Classic Collection (includes classic games like Alex Kidd, Dynamite Headdy, Golden Axe, Gunstar Heroes, Kid Chameleon, Ristar, Shining Force, Shinobi, Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage, Toejam and Earl, etc)
• Capcom Beat ‘Em Up Bundle (featuring classic beat em up games like Final Fight)
• All the classic NeoGeo fighting games such as Fatal Fury, King of Fighters, Garou Mark of the Wolves, Samurai Shodown, etc.
• Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (contains the original classic Street Fighter games SF, SF II, Super SF II Turbo, SF Alpha 1-3, SF III Third Strike, etc)
• Collection of Mana (all three classic Secret of Mana games including the third game which never got an English release on the SNES)
• Mega Man Collections (you can get every Mega Man game ever released through a handful of collections)
• SNK 40th Anniversary Collection (a variety of classic SNK arcade games)
• classic Final Fantasy games
• classic Dragon Quest games
• Okami HD (remaster of the class PS2 game)
• Namco Museum Collection (Pac Man, Galaga, Dig Dug, etc)
• SNK Metal Slug
• SNK Windjammers

If you get a Nintendo Switch Online Membership ($3 a month or $20 a year) then you will have access to a wide variety of classic NES and SNES games too! NES games include Donkey Kong, Double Dragon, Dr Mario, Excitebike, Ghosts and Goblins, Ice Climber, Ice Hockey, Zelda & Zelda II, Mario Bros 1-3, River City Ransom, Super Dodgeball, Metroid, Ninja Gaiden, Punch Out, etc. SNES games include Super Mario World, Yoshi’s Island, Super Mario Kart, Zelda A Link to the Past, Super Metroid, Kirby’s Dream Land, Star Fox, F-Zero, Pilotwings, Super Tennis, Kirby Super Star, Super Punch Out, etc.

Here are some new games that are modeled after or play like retro games!

• Tetris (always classic)
• Puyo Puyo (another classic puzzle game)
• Sonic Mania a new Sonic game like the Genesis classics
• Cuphead a classic run and gun with unbelievable charm; like Contra 3 meets 1930s cartoons)
• New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe a classic side scrolling Mario gameplay but in 3D graphics
• Super Mario Maker 2 classic 2D Mario gameplay, and you can even create your own Mario levels!
• Yooka Laylee and the Impossible Lair similar to Donkey Kong Country on the SNES and made by some of the same developers that made those games!
• Pokemon: Lets Go Pikachu/Evee (a modern remake of the classic Pokémon Yellow Gameboy game although there are some motion controls necessary for this game)
• Legend of Zelda Links Awakening (a modern remake of the classic Gameboy game)
• Crash Bandicoot N Sane Trilogy a modern remake of the first three classic Crash Bandicoot Playstation games
• Crash Team Racing (a modern remake of the classic Crash Team Racing Playstation game)
• Spyro Reignited Trilogy a modern remake of the first three classic Spyro games on PlayStation
• Super Mario Odyssey (a 3D Mario game similar to Super Mario 64 on the N64, and Super Mario Galaxy on the Wii)
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (it’s Mario Kart! If you’ve ever played any of the titles across SNES, N64, Gamecube, or Wii then you know what to expect)
• Shovel Knight a modern indie game that plays like classic NES platformers
• Rayman Legends Definitive Edition (classic side scrolling 2D gameplay)
• Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze (a new DK Country game similar to the classic SNES games. Side scrolling 2D gameplay, but with 3D graphics)
• Mortal Kombat 11 (if you played the classic Mortal Kombat fighting games then you’ll enjoy this)
• Samurai Shodown (a new SamSho release with 3D graphics)
• DragonBall FighterZ (a crazy 3v3 tag team fighting game. If you’re a fan of the anime or fighting games then you must play this one!)
• Kirby Star Allies (classic Kirby side scrolling but with 3D graphics)
• The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild (a great 3D adventure game. Think Ocarina of time, Majora’s Mask, Twilight Princess, Skyward Sword, etc but with a large open world to explore)
• Mario Tennis Aces (a fantastic Mario tennis game like the classics on N64, Gamecube, and Wii)
• Super Smash Bros Ultimate (if you ever liked Smash Bros on N64, Gamecube, or Wii then you’ll like this)
• Celeste (a great side scrolling platformer with pixel art similar to the classic 16 bit games
• Yoshi’s Crafted World (a fun, easy, and relaxing Yoshi platforming game)
• Hollow Knight (a great new game that plays similar to Metroid and Castlevania games)
• Ori and the Blind Forest (another great Metroidvania)
• Mega Man 11 (a new Mega Man game that plays like the classic side scrolling games)
• River City Girls (a spiritual successor to River City Ransom)
• Xeno Crisis a great 16 bit style rogue shooter game
• Blazing Chrome think Contra III, Metal Slug, Gunstar Heroes, etc)
• Undertale (think Earthbound on the SNES)
• The Messenger (another great Metroidvania)
• Gris (great 2D platformer with a water color art style)
• Shantae and the Pirates Curse (classic 2D platforming)

Hopefully that’s enough to get you going! Cheers

EDIT: forgot to mention this controller if you’re going to be playing 2D platforming games mostly then you might consider this over the official Pro Controller from Nintendo. It’s essentially a more comfortable SNES controller with thumbsticks for games that require them. The d pad is lightyears better than the Pro Controller, and it’s about half the price of the Pro Controller as well. If you really want then you can also get this version which is basically a SNES controller with joysticks. It’s just like the other but without the handles.

If you were more of a Genesis fan and want to channel that nostalgia when you play Streets of Rage 1-3 (or the forthcoming Streets of 4), Sonic 1&2, Sonic Mania, etc then you can also get these officially licensed wireless Sega Genesis controllers made by RetroBit, they actually come with a receiver for an original Genesis and one for the Switch so you’d be able to play both systems wirelessly with that one controller. If you already have a Genesis maybe that’s worth checking out

Okay then awesome! I would HIGHLY recommend going with a Raspberry Pi running Retropie. I'm going to assume you are very new to this so ill try to give you a readers digest of sorts for what is out there and what I would recommend for you.

So first off you have to choose a computer to run the emulators. Emulators are the programs that take the game files called ROMS and "emulate" the console and allow you to play them. There are too many computers to list but the broad categories would be a home PC, SBC (Single Board Computer), and handhelds (what the flea shop guy tried to sell you)

Home PCs are great because they have more than enough power to run PS1, GameCube, N64, SNES, NES, Gameboy, Gameboy Color, Gameboy advance, Sega genesis and dreamcast etc. If you have an old laptop that is newer than say 5-10 years depending on specs then I would go this route. If you have a dedicated gaming PC I would also go this route.

The handhelds are cool if it fits your lifestyle but from what you are describing I don't think this is the best fit for your solution.

Rasberry Pi's are SBCs and are the most popular choice for a SBC build. The most popular "operating system" is Retropie. It was built for the Raspberry Pi and contains all the emulators. It is illegal to download and share ROMs so you will need to find a website that you can get them. PM me if you are having trouble finding them. The latest pi board is the pi 4. I built my system with it. If you are just going to do PS1 and below then you can probably build a system with the older, less powerful but cheaper Pi 3. For me I got it for N64 and it definitely helps having the pi 4.

A good pi 3 kit is [Pi3](https://www.amazon.com/Vilros-Raspberry-Arcade-Classic-Gamepads/dp/B01J4HTOS8/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=retropie&qid=1603902836&sr=8-8) which is $79.99 but you will still need a ps1 controller with USB. One PS1 controller with usb [PS1](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K6SFBM3?pf_rd_r=2TYSHE3NWVAMEC2JVQBZ&pf_rd_p=edaba0ee-c2fe-4124-9f5d-b31d6b1bfbee&th=1) is $12.99. So you will be at $93 and have cords to deal with while playing. They are only about 6 ft long and you would only have one PS1 controller. I bought two sets like [this](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GRCDG8J?pf_rd_r=2TYSHE3NWVAMEC2JVQBZ&pf_rd_p=edaba0ee-c2fe-4124-9f5d-b31d6b1bfbee&th=1) at $49.99 so I would have all the styles of controllers but I regret it!!!

What I would buy is a single 8bitdo Sn30 Pro+ [Sn30](https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Sn30-Pro-Bluetooth-Gamepad-mac/dp/B07T8JKVNT/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=8bitdo&qid=1603903341&s=electronics&sr=1-3) for $49.99. I bought the Sn30 pro+ on prime day for $39.99 and its all me and my roommates use now.

I love the Pi 4 [kit](https://www.amazon.com/Vilros-Raspberry-Fan-Cooled-Heatsinks-Quickstart/dp/B07TKFKKMP/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=pi%2B4%2Bkit%2Bvilros&qid=1603903757&s=electronics&sr=1-4&th=1) I bought because it came with just the Pi 4, a power supply and heatsinks and fans. The kit is $82.99. You still need an SD card and a controller.

I researched the best sd card brands for retropie and I bought a 128 gb samsung Evo Plus [128gb](https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-128GB-Class-Adapter-MB-MC128GA/dp/B06XFHQGB9/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=sd+card+evo+plus&qid=1603904392&s=electronics&sr=1-4) for $21.00 . At the time I wanted to have unlimited storage for all the games but to be honest its overkill. Stay with a samsung evo plus and get either a [32gb](https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Class-Adapter-MB-MC32GA-AM/dp/B0749KG1JK/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=sd+card+evo+plus+32&qid=1603904094&s=electronics&sr=1-5) for $8.30 which is fine but if you want to be sure you can fit a bunch of PS1 titles then go with a [64gb](https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-MicroSDXC-Memory-Adapter-MB-MC64GA/dp/B06XFWPXYD/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=sd+card+evo+plus+64&qid=1603904175&s=electronics&sr=1-4) for $13.23.

Go with the SN30 pro+ for $49.99 and you wont regret it. You can play everything you want on it and its WIRELESS. That makes playing on the couch so much better.

So, in conclusion, if you want to play just single player games on PS1 and want the cheaper option then on with the Pi 3 kit i linked and grab a PS1 controller for $83 total. You can get a set of 2 ps1 controllers for $24.99 on that same link which would make it $95.

If you want the ability to play single player wireless PS1 and wired multiplayer on SNES go with the Pi 3 and a Sn30 Pro+ for $130.

The priciest option but the one I would recommend the most is to get the Pi 4 kit for $83 and the 128 gb if you plan on a lot of PS1 titles (Pro tip, once you get the bug for downloading free games you will have a lot and PS1 are all around half a gb) for $21. And getting two of the sn30 pro+ for $100. If I could return all the USB controllers I bought and exchange for another sn30 pro+ I would in a heartbeat. You'll be at $200 with this option but if you take my advice I don't think you will regret spending the extra. You will get the best performance, wireless and have all the room you want. If you get the emulation bug then you'll want the best performance and I would regret getting the pi 3.

Please let me know if you have any questions. I would be more than happy to expand on anything or help you if you decide to get a pi. There's some tweaks you will need to do but I can help fast track you to get the emulators running %100.