gamecube controller to usb adaptor

[hannahhhh]

do they exist? can anyone recommend a cheap one?

or could someone recommend a cheap (but good) alternative controller to play gc emulators with on windows7?

[obscured]

ps3 or xbox controller.

[shawnanastasio]

i have a 3 in 1 MagicJoy Box Which works for GC/PS2/PS/XBOX for 13 bucks (USD)

[RupeeClock]

I have an old trio-linker plus II, it's GC/PS2/Dreamcast.
It works reasonably well, but it unfortunately lacks analogue input on the shoulder buttons, so no half-press.
The drivers haven't updated in a while either, and I don't think they are sold any more anyway.
I've been looking to replace it honestly, see if I can't get something more compatible.

[Bananaman]

(06-29-2010, 08:05 AM)obscured Wrote: ps3 or xbox controller.

Obscured is pretty much right, a PS3 or Xbox 360 controller is going to be the Easiest way to play GC games. I'd Personally recommend getting a wired Xbox 360 controller; It already has native USB support, and Windows 7 comes with built-in drivers for it. If you want to use a PS3 controller, you're going to need to get the drivers online (Google search "MotionIn Joy".) but installing the drivers is a bit complicated as it entails disabling the Windows digital driver signing check. If you're really set on finding a USB adapter then Google is your best friend. There are several different adapters out there, but my favorite is this homemade GC/N64 2-in-1 adapter. This is a great DIY project if you're willing/have the ability to do some soldering. Note that you can order a homemade adapter from the website, but they're $30 (Canadian) apiece and there are definitely cheaper ones out there.

BTW, I'd be interested in hearing which adapter you end up with, if indeed you do go that route.

[inteGReddy]

(06-30-2010, 03:02 AM)Bananaman Wrote: There are several different adapters out there, but my favorite is this homemade GC/N64 2-in-1 adapter.

ehh... the gamecube part is cool. i dunno why someone would wanna use an n64 controller though. the analog would get all worn out and crummy. i like how the nunchuck is shaped kinda like the n64 analog section though. brings back memories... *sighs*

[ulao]

I went with this one. You can get just a single if you want or the full version. He makes custom designs as well. I use it with dolphin and all features/axis work. If you want rumble you need to be a beta tester for version 2.0. Oh and rumble also works with dolphin.