The Retro-Bit 2.4 GHz Sega Controllers Definitive Review

[@ArchadesGames]

Retro-Bit has translated its awesome officially licensed Sega controllers to a 2.4GHz wireless version! A new wireless controller is available for both the Sega Genesis and Sega Saturn. As an awesome added bonus, Retro-Bit has also included a USB receiver to let the controllers be used on numerous USB equipped devices including PC and Switch. Every platform I tested the controllers worked like a charm and there were even some moments that caught me off guard! Seriously, these things work on Windows 98! Who would have guessed that 2.4 GHz controllers in the here and now would work on a 20-year-old OS? These new Sega controllers really are Retro-Bit's love letter to the Retro community and I expect these controllers to see support for a good number of years! If you would like to try the Retro-Bit 2.4 GHz Sega Controllers for yourself you can pick one up through my affiliate links below! Saturn Slate Grey: amzn.to/2NZ2n62 Saturn Clear Blue: amzn.to/2O0mwbY Genesis Black: amzn.to/30V92U6 Genesis Clear Blue: amzn.to/2ROg74J Genesis Shadow: amzn.to/37sHUyf

[@jamelot123]

Im disappointed that this controller doesnt work with odroid xu4 with retropie or retro arena.

[@lrs10]

Jesus, yours reviews are from another level, congrats again. I'm happy to found your channel.

[@ArchadesGames]

Ha thanks! 😂

[@humanpickle4088]

This is one of the best reviews I have ever seen for any product you answered my exact questions. Ordering the Saturn controller this moment and scooping up a Genesis/Megadrive receiver. Thank you so much thoroughness, time, and effort put into this review. Subbing so I don't miss any!

[@ArchadesGames]

Thanks for checking it out, I'm glad you could find it useful!

[@ufoguy]

Watched a Harry Potter ad in 2020 and then first thing I see is how you throw your controller. Best day of my life !

[@ArchadesGames]

Dude, Harry Potter was fun!

[@ufoguy]

@@ArchadesGames I can do a Harry Potter marathon every year and it will always be fun

[@RetroReef]

Thanks for covering the possibility to use the Saturn controller on the Genesis as long as you have the right receiver. This was just the info I was looking for!

[@Artzei]

In Mega Drive's case, this isn't the first time one could that console wirelessly. Sega themselves back in the day released wireless controllers for Mega Drive, albeit those ones require an IR receiver to work.

[@MoluskToeCheese]

Thanks for helping me.come to decision Great vid!

[@ArchadesGames]

Thanks for watching. I hope you have a blast with some classic gaming!

[@Pan_Z]

It was already funny you decided to test the controller on Windows 98. But the fact that it worked? I burst out laughing.

[@ArchadesGames]

😂

[@ufoguy]

I honestly played sega for my whole childhood and NEVER EVER used a side button. Now this is the first time I ever see someone use them really. I even have the M30 8bitDo controller and didn't even notice if it has side buttons

[@ArchadesGames]

Which side buttons, like shoulder buttons?

[@ufoguy]

@@ArchadesGames Yes the L1,L2 or whatever they are called

[@ArchadesGames]

Ok, yup, original Genesis/Mega Drive controllers don't have the shoulder buttons!

[@zorkeel7683]

Great review! Between the Genesis and the Saturn 2.4 GHz versions, which one would you recommend ? I loved the dpad feeling of the original Genesis 6 buttons controller released 27 years ago and I long to find a same quality dpad. I don't possess anymore my Genesis, so it's mostly on be used on PC and Switch.

[@ArchadesGames]

I prefer Saturn personally, D-pad between the 2 is pretty much the same though.

[@zorkeel7683]

@@ArchadesGames Thank you. I think I'll go with the Saturn one, even if my nostalgia tells me to do otherwise. Looks like the Saturn controller has a better fit for our now adult hands :)

[@ArchadesGames]

Lol very much so, shoulder button placement makes a huge difference.

[@jonniefast]

they're cheap enough to snag both but i still grabbed 2x saturns very good controller & plug and play w/ raspberry pi

[@Nin10Guy]

The Sega Saturn D-pad probably wasn't working with those PS1 games because the D-pad was assigned to the left analog stick on a Dualshock controller. If you could assign the Sega Saturn's D-pad to a PlayStation D-pad that might fix the issue as not every PS1 game had analog support. Just a theory.

[@ArchadesGames]

That wasn't the reason as I tested that myself.

[@rockhyde7775]

You saying that Saturn 2.4g doesn’t work on PS1 software on PS3? Have you updated the firmware? Works fine for me. I can play Mega Man X4 and the Last Blade at a breeze with this, I just need to set up the appropriate button configuration depending on controller (I’m a controller nut) and set to your liking. I dislike the default macro because it’s confusing and can throw you off at times, luckily you can change that. I think that Retro-bit’s Sega controllers are way better for PS3 and Switch than the BrawlerGen because it doesn’t have that button macro thing. Whatever button configuration I don’t like (worst case scenario: the game doesn’t have a button configuration setting), I use the CronusMax, I really want to buy it and try this out on my PS4. I’ve got one small nitpick with these controllers is that their buttons are slightly different (on the face) feeling than their wired counterparts and can be somewhat a hassle to connect to the receivers but other than that, I love the 2.4g controllers!

[@ArchadesGames]

Yes they are updated.

[@karlakus9186]

@@ArchadesGames Does the update make the home button work on the PS3? Hopeful retrobit saturn controller user here. 🤞

[@NintenPizza]

Any idea how much latency the Retro-bit 8-button 2.4g Arcade pad has when connected to a Genesis? The 8-BitDo M30 2.4g can jump anywhere between 2ms - 6ms. If Retro-bit's 8-button is higher than that, then I'll probably just roll with the Kritzz Joyz 2.4g, since the M30 imo feels a bit too crammed.

[@GOGO_Zippy]

Could you do a review for 2.4GHz wireless controller & Brook PS3 to PS4 converter to play games on PS4?

[@ArchadesGames]

I am not currently in contact with the company that makes that adapter. Maybe in the future I will be or could afford to pick one up on my own.

[@GOGO_Zippy]

Archades Games if you wanted，I can send one to you.

[@EmiratiAuto]

small question if i get the 2.4 wireless Sega Genesis Controller and also the Sega Saturn 2.4 wireless Controller does the wireless adapter which is in Sega Genesis Controller will work with the other one? so i dont have to use 2 wireless adapter on my PC

[@ArchadesGames]

Yes, the USB dongle and console dongles will work with either controller!

[@TheYzeman]

correct me if I'm wrong please...but I don't see a way to map the buttons for the Nintendo Switch. Yes you can do it in individual games (like Sega Ages game menus) but if I want to play "Sega Genesis Classics" for the Switch I have to use the preset button layout with no way to change it. I think that sucks because when bought this I wanted to play that exact collection on the switch but the button layout doesn't work well. I would just rather play with the pro controller. Disappointed.

[@qqryqq123]

any idea if they will work in "wired" mode (ie. connected via usb)..? Also - do they sell receivers alone (so that I can play Genesis games with Saturn controller without buying another controller...?

[@ArchadesGames]

These ones require the reciever to operate. At the moment, the 2.4 GHz recievers aren't sold separately. Retro-Bit has stated this could possibly change in the future.

[@qqryqq123]

@@ArchadesGames thanks. I'll hold on to my 8bitdo then as "possibly in the future" is not enough for me :)

[@candid1939]

That was a really goood wow. I like the blue controllers. I like the colors. The Lion King game sucks. Mega Man X 4 game play was goo.d X4 Mega Man X4. How much do they cost? Stop throwing your controllers. Will you make a video about Kobe game for GameCubE? Kobe. 9:42

[@ArchadesGames]

Thanks, the blue ones are very nice! The controllers retail for $35. I like Lion King and X4! As for NBA Courtside I will not be covering it.

[@Pan_Z]

This comment is unbridled brilliance

[@CoolWave720]

I've just got my Sega Saturn controller like the one on this video. I wanted to know if the LED flashes when it charges, cause i started charging it around an hour ago, and the light hasn't flashed once in all this time. I Would gladly apreciate the help.

[@ArchadesGames]

There should be a red light while it charges

[@CoolWave720]

@@ArchadesGames Thanks for the anwser, looks like the LED doesnt work at all. However the controller does. So it's a minor issue. Thank you once again.

[@ArchadesGames]

Weak lol glad the controller works though!

[@codyflasher7657]

I ordered two of the genesis controllers and updated the dongle but after syncing them they do nothing on my model two genny. I followed every step except safely removing the receiver because my PC doesn't let me eject the receiver. Please help

[@ArchadesGames]

Contact Retro-Bit's support email [e-mail]

[@Blade4127]

What Star Wars game is that at 9:55?

[@ArchadesGames]

That is the PS3 edition of The Force Unleashed

[@babelclub9017]

"As for whatever reason de D-pad absolutely refused to be recognized in any of my PS1 classics"... Are you really sure the reason is random ? I call that bitterness.

[@ArchadesGames]

Lol that has to be it 🤣

[@phoenixforce6595]

The home button doesn't work with the PS3.

[@Blade4127]

What game is he playing at 4:24?

[@ArchadesGames]

The game at 4:24 is Mega Man X4!

[@roninstormYT]

oh if your c button get stuck someone did a video on how to fix your c button

[@ArchadesGames]

It isn't something I have encountered with my controllers. And not something I hear a lot of for the wireless releases. It can happen though.

[@superbn0va]

It doesn’t work with ps1 and ps2 titles on the ps3? That is a big letdown for me. I read in the comments that it’s updated to work properly. Please update your video (with text) next time as i almost brought it back

[@FortNinety]

I am aware of how Retro-Bit conducts business and am therefore 99.99% confident that they did not pay you a dime, hence why I legitimately feel embarrassed on their behalf; these types of excessively positive videos can't help but make the average person wonder if money has been exchanged. Ultimately, I'm just annoyed that I wasted 13 minutes watching a so-called "definitive review" that fails to cover basic operations; I am having issues and foolishly assumed that your video would be of assistance. Pro-tip: next time you do a review, maybe show a bit of set-up instead of being going ga-ga over a silly thank you note.

[@ArchadesGames]

That's nice