Weird & Awesome Game Controllers

[@Barnacules]

Rumor has it the Atari 2600 wireless controllers were recalled and stopped being sold because they were causing garage doors to open due to frequency overlap. I would be curious to hear if that is true!

[@albb0920]

I think Atari 2700 didn't went out due to same reason, maybe they're the same thing (?)

[@JDavies345]

no there was a actual total wireless version of the Atari 2600 called the Atari VCS, it had a built in wireless reciever and all the working buttons including power were on the controller (though all were on the console itself and can take third party or first party controllers), but there was huge interferences that would spawn and the FCC at the time was regulating that band of radio emissions, and that Atari never saw the PRODUCTION light of day, theres only in the teens of the systems and one i think still on Atariage.com, but Atariage has more information about the Atari VCS, you can also look up Gamester81's vid of it which has TONS of info

[@Barnacules]

JDavies345 That is awesome, so the urban legend was a lie?

[@JDavies345]

Barnacules Nerdgasm nope, it did actually happen, the wireless frequencies were hard to get in those days Atari wanted to buy a bunch of frequencies but it turned out to be already used, it was getting way too expensive and they dumped the project

[@theTF2sniper]

i actually own a pair of these and i can confirm that they do interfere with other frequencies(wich ones i do not know) ,the left joystick also works allot better then the right joystick ,Im sure these worked great in the day but with all these signals going through the air today its normal that they are outdated

[@Nathan89795]

This was the video that started it all for me. After I saw a second video of yours randomly, I recognized you from this video and subscribed. I think I've seen every video at least once. Some multiple times. Keep up the great work, and rock on!

[@NottJoeyOfficial]

There's one controller for the GameCube that has a full sized keyboard in the center of it.

[@xxrocketshark216xx4]

That's highly psychotic...

[@DaMattGuy]

It was designed specifically for Phantasy Star Online's Gamecube port, but I'm pretty sure it works for other games. Because typing on the in-game "keyboard" took foreeeeeeever. I honestly wish I had the keyboard controller, because I still play PSO. Not online anymore, but still an awesome game.

[@Jacob-sn4hk]

I can feel a new Animal Crossing GC record coming

[@thebiochemist2592]

How could it be a online game on a gamecube

[@dontegraves5051]

There are more than one. About three. Hori, Ascii and another company that fails to come to mind right now made keyboard controllers. The keyboard works with every game, thought the keys themselves don't function unless you play Phantasy Star Online or Giftpia. I've played Gekitou Ninja Taisen with the thing before.

[@MrCristianTudor]

Hey Metal Jesus, I love all your videos ,that goes without saying but my retro game console collection is far from being as complex as yours. The reason I comment is that I have a Capcom Chainsaw controller, there are 15.000 pieces made to go with Resident Evil 4 and to be in the same theme. Thing is that I got it for my birthday and as far as I know is the only one still active in my country, Romania. The blood splatter paint on it is unique on every model and it has a unique way of starting a game, you just pull on the starting cord making an chaisaw sound every time. The integration with the game, apart from the obvious theme goes to the simple "sensor" that raises the gun (sort of holster) in the game when you raise the controller upward. It can be turned off because the awkward position cannot be held for too long. It has force feedback like any other PS2 controller but with a single motor as far as I noticed, even though it's pretty good. For guys with big hands like you and me, it puts strain on the hands because the button layout is made in a way that has you using the middle finger on both of the hands to push buttons ( with the nail portion of the finger). After a while your grip gets sore. Also the weight is tilted forward making it a little unbalanced. The joysticks are a little small for me, even though my fingers are slim. There is a Mode button that I didn't find out how it's used yet. Otherwise it's a great controller because of the theme and the fact that you can detach the cord in order to display it onto the case. The originality goes also in the secret compartiment for the booklet and a tray for the cord. I've played Flatout2 with a colleague at work and although he doesn't stand controllers in general, opposed to racing wheels, I've used the Chainsaw controller to play. It was ok at first but the acceleration R2 is on the right handle and over time the sheer gripping of the handle is no confortable. My controller is at the moment displayed on my gaming rack and you reminded me that I should try it soon. By the way, there is another Chainsaw controller for the Gamecube which although a little different it has a better looking "rock" pedestal and a yellow handle design. I never got hold of that one unfortunately because of the low audience for Gamecube games and peripherals in general in my country. Keep up the great work and I'll see you soon on the web. My appreciation, Cristian Tudor

[@rerez]

I actually own a few of these controllers myself! They are pretty cool items. :)

[@adambrown1837]

I saw your video on the worst controller you own. When I saw Metal Jesus talk about his Freak Series controller I thought of your video.

[@Kpopforlife1995]

I watch your video that controller was the picture of my nightmares

[@fizz9512]

Rerez *gimme*

[@scaryboi2897]

iType 2 brings back so many memories of THUG2 online! I also have the Chainsaw controller for the gamecube. It was pretty awkward to use, still a great collectable lol Great video!

[@MetalJesusRocks]

Austin Cervantes Oh yeah? You are one of the very few people who owned the iType 2!! That's pretty cool

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

I have the chainsaw controller and it's so damn hilarious trying to play an intense frantic multiplayer like timesplitters with it. :) It's heavy so you really can't like stand up and play with it for too long but if you're sitting down in that bracing position...boy does it feel good.

[@danielmontano-lobe9094]

+Adam The Gamer nice. I have it for the PS2

[@syntheticpulse5857]

I love you man, now go make more videos.

[@MetalJesusRocks]

Synthetic Pulse I'm on it, Boss! **Salutes**

[@morbid2692]

shit he got back to u

[@menosferato]

MetalJesusRocks Man, you got a brazilian fan!! Keep rocking!

[@aokigahara5151]

menosferato he got at least 2 br fans (me included)

[@lotsofgames]

I have seen that Steel Battalion controller a couple of times on ebay and youtube. Is the game any good? I remember when Ace Combat 6 for the 360 had an edition where it included flight sticks.

[@MetalJesusRocks]

***** Steel Battalion is not for everybody because it is a true mech simulator and very unforgiving.

[@lotsofgames]

Hey thanks! So good to know.

[@NightSprinter]

MetalJesusRocks Oh, yes. First console game I ever played that had perma-death. Brutal Capcom difficulty to the utmost extreme.

[@RichardCraig]

I saw one of these all set up at a Vintage Stock and wanted it so bad, but I've heard the game itself is a bit pedantic.

[@dpalmerama]

what's more baffling is that Steel Battalion had one of the biggest controllers and yet the sequel was a Kinect game!

[@TheSnatchMagnet]

Hey Metal Jesus my friends had this really weird controller at his house once. It was the most strange and awkward controller I have ever used!!!!!!!!!!!!! He claimed it was the controller that came standard with some console called the N64..... "Wink Wink" Lol

[@xINVISIGOTHx]

I have a controller like the first one, from the Freak Series (I think). It's more demon/devil horns and eyes themed.

[@xINVISIGOTHx]

I also have a Capcom Pad Soldier, unopened, for the Super Famicom. Its like a mini arcade button layout on a small handheld controller!

[@TTVGoldnSkul]

I have that one to

[@johnheaton6705]

I have the one MJR has sealed in it's blister pack but there's an undead samurai one I'd like from the same series.

[@paulpresti2841]

You are such a down to earth person MetalJesus. I love watching your videos. You brightened my bad day. Keep on doing you man. Can't wait for the next video.

[@oddpodshow]

love seeing these crazy controllers

[@MizzahTee]

Great collection of controllers. That Steel Battalion one is ridiculous but I want it :D

I loved the sega bass fishing controller :D so cool :D

[@ninenine909]

Lol. Just discovered MetalJesusRocks and subscribed. Awesome videos. Brian Bell, guitarist from Weezer, is a fan of your videos. So I checked them out. XD

[@hezekiahramirez6965]

He's actually commented once or twice on the channel too.

[@GamerWho]

The gamecube ASCII keyboard controller is pretty epic. Also the SNES controller for Wii is very cool.

[@mykie242]

ASCII also made the ASCII pad for the SNES, which was probably the best SNES controller ever.

[@tafyog8446]

The classic controller?

[@Domspun]

mykie242 But they were not as reliable as the originals. I went thru a few over the years. My original controllers still work today

[@lunabits4128]

My local game store in Rockford, Illinois has that Chainsaw Controller

[@quarterinmynose]

controllers are one of my favorite video game topics....you should do more controller discussion videos. Maybe short, but in-depth looks/overviews/analyses of different controllers....idk....maybe I'm one of very few that really geeks out over game controllers. I dig your channel man, keep up the good work.

[@2geekproductions]

Have you looked at the Playstation Twist controller? The controller twist in the middle to turn. It's really strange but cool.

[@ronindebeatrice]

the Negcon, predecessor to the jogcon. Incidentally the Negcon was successful enough, that Madcats modelled their wheels and controllers on it, like the controller Jesus featured here. My favorite Negcon game was Wipeout XL; I played it with my Madcats wheel and pedals.

[@That_Handle]

ronindebeatrice , What model # MadCatz wheel and pedals work best with the Wipeout series?

[@r3v3rs3tWiLiT3]

That Madcatz Racing Wheel is based on designs that are quite common in the R/C car and truck racing hobby. Almost all brands of such r/c racing radios use that same basic design.

[@nicolabooth318]

The re4 controller is the most interesting controller i've ever owned, however its pretty unusable, its extremely uncomfortable to use, and there was no way I could get used to it over time, however if your wanting it for display its great, it does have 2 features that are kinda interesting, 1. When you pull the chainsaw string it does make the noise of a chainsaw, 2. when using it with re4 it has a slight motion control to it, doesnt work very well at all, but u will understand whenever you get one. :-)

[@connordrysdale1796]

Nicola Booth IVE SEEN THIS ITS AWESOME BUT ODD, I REGRET NOT BUYING IT

[@karlwalker1771]

The FIRST joystick looks like part of an anatomy lesson Lol, I truly love your channel and after pouring myself a JACK DANIELS AND COKE I kick back and watch your videos and they make me feel warm and fuzzy inside. I truly love your channel in the winter months as your videos are FANTASTIC, sir. (I am a motorcyclist and the summer months are meant for speed/riding i ride LOUD and PROUD pmsl:) ps if you need advise or help on a motorcycling subject please feel free my friend to ask as I would be glad to help. I think you would look good on a 1000cc EASY RIDER! Please keep up your work as your channel is fantastic because you are enthusiastic and it shows:)

[@hyoukan]

I knew he was gonna pull out the Steel Battalion controller, soon as he said "big" "'

[@sh3lbyhd818]

I always find myself headbanging to that intro MetalJesus! Keep up the good work!

[@CrackedT00th]

No Dragon's Quest slime controller for the PS2? Got to get it man I got one and its pretty top notch. It's mapped out like a reg PS2 controller albeit smaller but still works well and is really cool.

[@rogermuppet]

"It's designed to be two guns, and it's very very comfortable" There we have it, the most ergonomic peripheral is a gun! Haha.

[@PHYTO18432]

do you have the nintendo gamecube ascii keyboard controller? that one is literally a keyboard with analog sticks attached to the sides

[@ryanamberger]

Happy console gamer has one in the background on a shelf in his videos. Fucking odd looking controller.

[@TheGebs24]

WOW that Gemini controller looks epic. I'm certain I saw a Tweet of this somewhere on your feed. Another great video Jesus.

[@KabukiKid]

I remember having an old Atari 2600 controller called "Le Stick" that looked like a dirt bike handle with a red button on it. You held it with the button at the top to depress with your thumb and you tilted the controller to move around. It had mercury switches in it to activate movement as to where you tilted the controller. Very wacky... and very cool for the time in the early 80s.

[@BestAtLosing]

For something relatively common, but still really weird, I think the Colecovision Super Action controllers merit a mention.

[@cheezeEGGSTREEME]

There is always the SpongeBob And Patrick PS2 Controllers.

[@NecrosVideos]

I own the power pad! I used to love using it as a kid I loved how massive it was. So glad to see it in a video

[@reidmcleod6630]

The good thing about the last one is that it could be a pilot or a Millenium Falcon simulator

[@reidmcleod6630]

For kids

[@r3v3rs3tWiLiT3]

In 1976 Fairchild Channel F video game system came out. It was quite limited in graphics, of course, but it did have interesting controllers. They were hand grip (baseless) joysticks with a knob on top that could be twisted and also pushed down for firing. So you could move in a direction by pushing the stick and rotate your spaceship (or tank, avatar, whatever) by twisting the 6-way knob, and fire your weapon by pushing the knob down. It was very easy and offered excellent control. Unfortunately the controller only works with this antique game system but they are a cool, innovative design.

[@TheGeekyComrade]

What about Nintendo's power glove?

[@WaddleDee105]

James Murkerson Well, pretty much everyone knows about the Powerglove. Plus, unlike the controllers in this vid, it barely functioned.

[@TheGeekyComrade]

True

[@Protoman85]

James Murkerson Nintendo didn't make it btw

[@WaddleDee105]

Johan Öberg They own the rights to it so it is essentially theirs.

[@Protoman85]

Nope, they didn't make it so you can't blame them for it

[@YieldTomato]

I have both the GameCube and PS2 Resident Evil Chainsaw Controllers, my PS2 controller is open, and it is incredibly uncomfortable, but it did sport motion control, hold the controller a certain way and it would raise your gun. Another interesting PS2 controller is the Shadow the Hedgehog controller, its got a pretty sweet paint job on it, but it's pretty dang small too

[@TheRogueDM]

MetalJesus what on EARTH did you do to your knee??

[@MetalJesusRocks]

TheRogueDM I banged my knee on a coffee table. Hurt like hell!

[@ViewtifulShishigami]

MetalJesusRocks I hope you feel better after that. It sucks to deal with knee pain(every now and then I hit my knee on all kinds of furniture DX)

[@TheRogueDM]

MetalJesusRocks Owww that must have hurt. Well I really hurt my foot this evening so I will also be getting a dramatic bruise hopefully.

[@Aegelis]

MetalJesusRocks I believe the correct answer was: "I was fighting off five ninjas. Yeah, my knee got hit with a shuriken, but you should see the other guys"

[@EliteKhajiit]

There's a Skyrim reference to be made here, but I think it's been done. A LOT.

[@ChrisHominski]

you need to get that weird ps1 controller with the big rubber track ball. i remember seeing commercials for it all the time back in the day edit; found it, its called the ascii sphere 360

[@breetha35]

WOW! Those controllers you showed are totally amazing, and different to anything I have ever seen. Thanks infinity for making this video, and it was very well done. All the best in obtaining your own chainsaw controller too, I am sure it would look great beside the first controller you showed in the beginning of your video :)

[@crimsongaming3986]

SO MUCH PLAYSTATION YES

[@CrazyJoe]

I love that force feedback controller! I've never seen one before

[@dangergErBi]

i happen to have one of those chainsaws and its great. on top of playing well it comes in a great visual stand, has chainsaw sounds and rumble functions, has a g-sensor (designed to emulate re4's aiming mechanic) and unique blood splatters for each unit :3 there was also a yellow version for the gamecube...!

[@NEzell-sj1yu]

Probably not one of the WEIRDEST controllers, but definitely an oddity I don't seem to see most people talk about is the N64 SuperPad. Crazy asymmetrical, the controller seems to be designed to hold at something like a fifteen degree angle, because up on the analog stick isn't forward; instead, forward is up-right on the stick, and the D-pad is angled the same way. On the one hand, it makes getting to every button for the N64 very easy, but on the other the entire controller's weight distribution is just strange, and it makes playing shooters on the N64 a little funky since the Z trigger no longer sits under your index finger, but your middle finger instead. The nicest thing? The controller's built like a friggin' tank. We've had this thing since we got our N64 for Christmas in '97 ('98?) and out of the probably dozen or so controllers we've owned for the console it's the only one that still works, and we've never had to disassemble it once. The analog stick might feel weird, but it's constructed FAR better than any other controller I've seen for the console.

[@keeperxiii]

It's hard to go crazier than the original N64 controller. I haven't held one in years though. Is it true that the analogue in the N64 pad wears down easily? I also have 2 PS1 dual shocks that are still kicking ass after all these years. I think I can safely throw those things in a volcano and they would still work.

[@NEzell-sj1yu]

keeperxiii In my experience, yes, they are very unreliable. They tend to wear out or get sticky over time (and no, I don't mean from things getting spilled in them,) and despite being hailed for having next to no dead zone, they build one over their life until it's no longer enthusiasm that has you slamming the stick around but need, since it won't register anything more subtle. I bought an after-market third party controller that didn't last a month before it had the same problems.

[@keeperxiii]

N. Ezell Disappointed to hear that. I was expecting better from an official controller. Oh, well. Thanks for the info.

[@NEzell-sj1yu]

keeperxiii No problem. Again, it could just be an issue WE had: we were always rather rough on the joysticks, most notably my dad and his friends during Mario Kart matches. Nintendo did make up for it, though. The SuperPad is, as far as I can tell, an official Nintendo product, not a third party release, and it's going on twenty years and shows no signs of stopping any time soon, other than having to glue to analog nub back on the stick (it uses a metal base instead of plastic, likely why it has a better lifespan.)

[@keeperxiii]

N. Ezell I've heard about the problems with the analog before, which was why I was asking. Now I know what to look forward to if I eventually get a new N64.

[@evilrazedbob]

I got to play on the Steel Battalion controller for a bit at PAX South and it was RIDICULOUSLY FUN! You're so lucky to own it. So much jelly...

[@kynancecove]

I SADLY have Only one working hand as I am Paralysed after a Brain Hem so I found a person who's Name I can't Remember I found an Engineer that makes One Hand controllers for Vets that have very sadly suffered IED DAMAGE from our Middle Easten Wars anyway it works very well and it adds a new challenge to Any game my Lad told me sadly I have trouble using it a long time hurts me as I have Arthritis too BUT IT DOES IT's JOB PERFECTLY .Isearched and there are others making them i'm not the perfect Guinea PIG/ Crash Test Dummy to DEMO IT as I have many Health Issues.it works with the X360 Too!

[@MikeStavola]

Ben Heckendorn?

[@hezekiahramirez6965]

Mike Stavola That was going to be my suggestion. Check out "The Ben Heck Show." He has a channel on KZbin. I makes those and I think he sells them too. I'm not sure if you have to special order it but check it out.

[@scottster8858]

For PC gamers wit a missing arm/hand, TrackIR can replace a mouse, in a lot of ways it's easier and more accurate than a mouse.

[@tubeisace]

Anybody suffering hand injuries should consider 2 products which are really cheap: 1: Voiceattack, which is a really accurate voice recognition programme which can take the place of any button on the keyboard as well as mouse controls this is around £8 and Edtracker which is a good alternative to the TrackIR hardwware. I picked mine up for £25. Due to hand problems, I use both in Elite Dangerous and am having a great time. I have also had to learn to use a joystick right handed, which was easier than I thought.

[@kynancecove]

tubeisace tubeisace Thanks for your Great Advice because I havn''t been Game playing free since 2006 since my Brain went IIIIIBANGIIII I from my Brain Hem I am hoping to eventually buy GTA5 on my I7PC GTX560TI I am really looking forward to it but I am a little concerned that my GPU may be a little underpowered for that game sure does look incredible on the SONY MACHINE and I hope I can get that Fidelity atleast on my aging Gpu on my computer even if I get some frame rate issues & I won't run any AA maybe turn down shadow Quality but I have to have very high in SHADER QUALITY & LIGHTING to put my machine in Ps4 ball park looks I'd even live with turning off some draw distance LOD Management and switch off tree & shrubbery detail which will put me in BOX ONE Territory which I could just about live with,After all us PC users have to run our CLUNKY GUI OS underneath our game that's why iv'e stuck with Win 7 as iv'e read 8 is worse so i'll wait until it matures and it becomes Kinks free enough to become reliable.

[@lykins8]

I was hoping he'd talk about arcade/fight sticks for a moment. I have 1 for saturn and 2 for 360 and I freaking love them!

[@ZeaZolf]

Theres a cool controller (in my opinion) that looks like a gun its for the ps3 and xbox 360

[@Ash113Lynx]

I have the PS2 Dragon Quest Slime controller. It's adorable for one thing, my friend was looking at some figurines I had scattered around my shelves and it accidentally came off its stand (as it is likely to do, not like it's held in) and he realized it was a controller. It's actually quite comfortable in the hands. I've yet to actually ever use it as a controller though, I don't want to risk damaging it when it's so awesome! And the stand it comes with works for displaying it like a normal DQ slime or you can put the top in so you can pick it up again as a controller

[@luckduck5031]

what about the GameCube keyboard one?

[@Vectrex4Life]

I have that Madcatz Racing Wheel controller and it is indeed quite comfortable and precise.

[@allieboy181]

Did you ever get the chainsaw controller?

[@MetalJesusRocks]

+Allie Boy sadly no... haven't found one yet

[@allieboy181]

MetalJesusRocks damn, lol I had one, I got it from GameStop when I was like 10, the case and everything. I'm 21 now and I honestly don't know where it went.

[@alogill2016]

www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000A6Q9W2/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new

[@MordecaiWalfish]

brand new for $110! good find.

[@wongojack]

There are actually other wireless controllers for the 2600 that are more common, but the thing that people forget is that you need to have the console nearby when playing Atari games. Many games require you to hit reset just to play again, so being far away from the console is not very practical. The 2600 has an incredibly long AV cable because Atari anticipated that users would play the system on the floor with the console moved close to them - It would then get put away after use.

[@KawaiiGames]

That zombie controller is neat!

[@SonicBroomHead]

I've often wondered about that Resi 4 control my self. Another one I'd like to try is the Megaman gamecube control (The case alone is awesome) but they're well above my budget. Awesome video, as per usual. Rock on.

[@RichardCraig]

There was this one weird Quickshot controller for the NES that had a large circle on the front for a dpad, and then the A and B buttons were on the top almost like a stopwatch. AVGN used it in a gag on his show once, but he covered up most of it and just used the big circle in the middle as a "button" to skip to the end of a game. I had one a long time ago as just a curiosity I picked up at a Funco Land, and it was terrible for most games but was quite awesome for RPGs and other less action-oriented games.

[@DiZZiEntertainment]

I freaking love your channel

[@levijonathansix]

I know this video is 3 years old but if you see this you should consider reviewing or obtaining the Namco NeGcon for the PS1. It has a ton of first and third party support with games like WipeOut, Motor Toon Grand Prix, Gran Turismo, Ridge Racer, Destruction Derby, Need for Speed, and even Ace Combat. The controller features a 360 degree pivot point at the center, pressure sensitive analog brake and acceleration buttons and is surprisingly accurate, often preferred over the Jogcon and Dualshock. I've heard it's a great controller.

[@TheBenana]

That first controller looked pretty cool! Also, that steel battalion controller looked ridiculous!

[@piaakademi1610]

Hi MetalJesus. I think you should make seperated videos that you give more and detailed informations about those controllers. I think they all deserve their own videos. It is just a suggestion. There are tons of videos about controllers on youtube. Any of them contains such weird controllers at the same time. Take care and keep giving us awesome videos.

[@QusaTalma]

The Gamester also came out for the xbox as well as the playstation 2. I have to admit, it was one of the best controllers I ever owned. Having all of your control buttons at your fingertips definitely gives you an edge.

[@corydulaney1594]

i had a tan version of the Gamester controller. It takes a little getting used to but it allows you to keep your thumbs on the sticks while playing. No more pausing to switch weapons because you have to press X, now it's right middle finger and never stop moving. i wish they made one for the 360

[@heavenlysammich8052]

You one of the best classic game collector on KZbin right beside avgn

[@bpblitz]

MetalJesusRocks While I don't own them, the game store I used to work at carried both the PS2 and Gamecube versions of the chainsaw. Mantle piece pretty much sums it up. They're really cool to look at, and when we'd take merch to conventions they always drew people to our booth, but they're almost useless as controllers.

[@RJ-cq8dd]

The NegCon is an essential purchase if you want to master the controls in Wipeout 2097. Twist the controller to make minor steering adjustments and use the dpad to alter the vertical angle of the ship. Doing both those things on the dpad of a normal controller is (near) impossible on higher speed classes.

[@JReed7560]

Love this video. I've seen alot of these controllers. The way you switch between videos reminds me of switching between screens on Fallout.

[@IntrigueAndWhimsy]

That Madcatz Racing Wheel reminds me of RC car controllers. Pretty rad.

[@disdainse7en969]

I have the RE4 controller for the Gamecube. It looks great, but definitely not meant to be used. I tried it one time and it really wasn't very responsive. It came in a display box which has kind of fallen apart over the years. Nothing a little glue couldn't fix. Really cool to own one though. Great videos, keep it up!

[@MilwaukeeJAK]

Ah, the Nyko iType2. I bought that for playing FF11, quickly decided to upgrade to the Logitech Netplay. The iType was awwright for playing Tony Hawk online, though. The favorite unusual controllers in my collection: the U-force for NES, Dance Summit 2001 (Bust a Move) for PS2, and various controllers for Bemani games (DDR, IIDX, GF&DM, Keyboardmania).

[@nathninetyone]

I knew you'd mention Steel Battalion, that beautiful big bastard is the pride of my collection! So cool!

[@DrLeatherface]

Another weird yet great control pad was the NeGcon for Ps1. It was made by Namco specifically for the Ridge Racer games. Two halves of a control pad twist in the middle and is meant for precision steering. Takes some getting used too but works quite well.

[@RichardCraig]

OOH! Another one I'd love to see is the MadCatz RetroCon... it was for PS2 and looked a lot like an old NES controller. I had one a long time ago and absolutely loved it!

[@nicholas920us]

Love your vids as always. I used the ASCII Grip RPG controller for the PS1.. If you don't have it, it is a must for revisiting the Final Fantasy Games, Suikoden and Legend of Dragoon. Being able to kick back and play one-handed was an amazing perkost never knew.

[@KetamineKarate]

I used to have the RE Chainsaw controller for the gamecube, but I gave it to my best friend who is the biggest RE fan I have ever met. I've actually tried to use it, but it wasn't very intuitive. Or maybe I'm just dumb and never really figured out a comfortable way to use it. As far as I know, he hasn't either. It's a beautiful controller though, and it currently sits in his shrine of nerd/game memorabilia.

[@thecianinator]

I'd love to see a demonstration of the Nintendo 64 glove controller. I've never gotten to use one, but I did have the opportunity to put one on once at a vendor at a convention. It seems that the controller's wrist articulation mimics the action of a large joystick, and then all of the buttons are situated under your fingers. It takes up your whole forearm and hand, and has to be strapped in with velcro. I think it's a very interesting controller and I'd love to see a video on it.

[@JohnnyCProduction]

Awesome you mention Pink Gorilla. I love there stores so much!!!!

[@brucekiraly5630]

I'm glad metal Jesus exists. Cool guy

[@roy12525]

The arkanoid controller was also compatible with the game Chase HQ by Taito... I am not sure how well it works, but the game does give you the option to use the arkanoid controller instead of your joystick

[@gabadiamond]

Your Opeth poster in the back of the room is awesome. Saw them in NYC! Best band ever!

[@AngryDavid808]

0:17 Megaman X4 on the TV screen. Really fits the scene! 😎

[@Z3CHYD]

Finally! I have been trying to remember the name of the NES game Arkanoid. I don't know if you ever played the PC 90's equivalent called "DX-Ball" but I played countless hours of that game as well

[@etthelost]

The PS2 "Soul" controller for Onimusha 3 is/was ridiculous!! Also I used to have this PS1 controller called "The Barracuda" that was a little interesting lol! And, there's the Nyko Zero for the PS2(wireless, AA battery slot and a built-in rechargeable battery!

[@Brumak421]

awesome video and amazing Opeth poster :D!

[@crsbryan]

Ok, here as two I had way back in 1996 when I worked at Funcoland: the Namco Negcon and the PlayStation Dual Analog Flight Stick, both for the original PlayStation. The Negcon is apparently still around, but seems to always have been in short supply. Handles like a regular joypad, with the addition of an analog wheel stick horizontally in the middle, and two of the buttons were analog, a rarity for 1996. And wow, was that great for Ridge Racer and Need For Speed! The DAFS was a huge controller. Left and right analog sticks, with triggers and top hat. Imposing. Not great for everything, good for FPS, but rocked for Descent!

[@flaminggorilla909]

I love your videos so much man. You guys all have such great collections I love seeing what you guys have. I love seeing the real passion you all have for the items. I love the fact that my collection is mine but sometimes I get a little jealous. Nothing but respect for you over here keep it up you make this community a better place :D

[@TheAussieStig30]

There's some awesome controllers there. One of my favourites was the NES orange zapper gun.

[@mrilovemymini1]

never change your theme tune i always head bang when i see that 2600 game go in lol

[@weab]

The Microsoft SideWinder Dual Strike is a pretty unique controller. Instead of using a second thumbstick to control the camera in 3d games, you twist/tilt a hinge in the center of the controller. Pretty neat idea, lets you keep your right hand on the buttons and control the camera at the same time. It would be neat to see a modern take on the concept.

[@acdc09]

A cool and very good controller I have is for the PS2. It's called the Phoenix Revolution. It has some great features like; - Ability to loosen or tighten the sticks - You can invert from righty to lefty - The whole button layout can be moved around to your liking(d-pad, sticks, and buttons) I also have a Turbo Touch 360 for the Genesis and I did have a PS2 controller that had a soft finish to it and it had a headphone plug in, but it broke and I threw it away.

[@TheHongKongHermit]

Kind of funny how modern racing controllers mimic full size steering wheels, but older designs went with RC car controller designs.

[@stuartdavidson162]

Before the JogCon was the NegCon - Awesome on Ridge Racer and Wipeout as you could really get a feel on the tension of the controller twist to give you a sense of how much you were turning :)

[@meetoo594]

Some cool controllers I have had over the years include the fishing rod and the samba controllers for dreamcast, the awful, awful glove controller for ps1 that gave you rsi after a few minutes use, a capacitive disk controller for the c64 that you slid your finger around to move (i presume it worked much like a cellphone touchscreen, but simpler, with only 8 touchpoints), and a joystick (c64 again) that had mercury switches enabling you to (barely) control stuff ingame by tilting the thing. On the sinclair zx spectrum i had a joystick interface that had wire jumpers you could set to emulate keypresses with the joystick, bizarre little thing that actually worked brilliantly, especially with games that didnt have kempston/sinclair etc joystick options built in.

[@jessehaushalter1951]

Nyko airflow wireless for PS2 is considered to be quite comfortable. It's also airconditioned with several settings for speed and uses a wireless dongle with 9 different settings. It's got a 2.4ghz wireless controller that also keeps your hands chilled. It's my go-to PS2 controller. downside? Takes 4 AA batteries

[@XxJERICHOHOLICxX13]

Anyone: (mentions any game) MJ: Ah man I LOVE that game!

[@Xeo7]

The crazy Onimusha 3 Katana Soul controller from Hori I think is worth a mention here. I've seen one in person and it honestly doesn't even look functional, but it DOES look really cool.

[@Gfgggg224]

awesome controller collection. yeah there has been some very interesting controllers in the years. its hard to see that kind of creativity in controllers now days.

[@VexX_069]

***** Oh God, you mentioned Hot Persuit 2 for the PS2!! That was my first game for that console! My first game was El Dorado for the Gameboy Color. Then Tom & Jerry, then Megaman BTN 3 Blue for the Advance, I can and will never forget those feelings, now that I'm older I'm into older games like from NES, 64 and Atari for example, so I really enjoy your videos, keep it up! n_n

[@Novapoid]

The moment I clicked on this video I had a small hope you would show the Steel Battalion one; that was such a risky yet wonderful idea I hope some company tries it again in the future.

[@Horzzo]

I was hoping you would mention the RE chainsaw. That thing is indeed awesome. On lucky streak I found a Gamecube version in the toy section of a thrift store. It does take some getting used to but it makes you feel powerful the way you hold it like a real saw. I have mine on the display shelf as it is bad-ass looking.

[@davy_K]

Namco did another PS1 controller for driving games called the neGcon. It looks like a regular controller but swivels in the middle so you can twist it to steer. It works with quite a few games including Wipeout 2097, Wipeout 3 and R4.I hear it is also supported by Tempest X3 but I haven't tried that yet. It works with the Wipeout games on PS2 as well. Also for PS1 - look out for the Puchi Carat controller which is very similar to the Arkanoid NES controller in the video. Finally - not strictly a controller - more of an add-on - but check out the Buckshot gun accessory for the Wii. It takes a wiimote and has its own nun chuck stick and buttons built in. It's quite big and it has a pump action that works really well with HOTD:Overkill.

[@TheGeekLife1]

I've got the GameCube and the Playstation 2 chainsaw controller for RE4, but I haven't actually used them before. They both basically just sit in the Shrine to Resident Evil. Though I love the GameCube one most, since it was the original one to come out, I do think the PS2 one displays the best since it has the plastic display case and felt lining!