8BitDo releases adapter for using modern controllers on PS1 and PS2
8BitDo releases adapter for using modern controllers on PS1 and PS2
Owners of Sony's classic consoles, PlayStation and PlayStation 2, now have another option for replacing worn-out controllers – the 8BitDo "Retro Reciever." The Retro Receiver can make...
Definitely a niche product, given how few people would still have working older consoles and want to play on them using modern controllers but good on them releasing this.
As the article mentions as well, some ps2 games rely on the pressure sensitive ps2 buttons. So you’ll have issues trying to use modern controllers with those titles.
Still an awesome device though
I mean it's not really that niche for 8bitdo, it's kind of what they do.
Funny enough, I've been looking into supporting my local retro game store after I found out that a PS1 was $70 on their shelf, and most PS1 games were under $10.
The only thing holding me back has been the god-awful ergonomics of the original controllers. So the thought of using my PS5 controller has re-piqued my interest.
Look into the Retro Fighters Defender as well. It’s about the size of a DualShock with ergonomics more similar to DualSense. I have the Bluetooth version for my PS3 but they have a 2.4ghz wireless for PS1/PS2 and has pressure sensitive buttons.
Awesome, finally! I've been waiting for this... I just hope it works with the Memcard Pro as well. I bought a cheap wireless controller for my PS1 and the power draw from it plus the Memcard Pro would cause games to crash or not load.