N64 Joystick (GC style or N64 Style?)

Hi,

I have a few controllers that have really bad joysticks.

Which one of these should I buy?

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trk...w=n64+joystick+replacement&_sacat=0&_from=R40

 

I have 3 of these and am very happy with them: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-REPLACE...t=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item43b4ceaa24

The only downside is, that games like Goldeneye, Perfect Dark and Super Smash Brothers are not very playable, because the joystick is too sensitive. If you know how to solder (or know anybode who can), you can fix this issue, by replacing the actual joystick (the mechanical part inside), and changing the onboard chip. More informations here: http://s9.zetaboards.com/Nintendo_64_Forever/topic/7360571/1/

Apart from this, the joystick works great with almost every game. So if you don't play these games, you do not need to modify anything. If you do play them, I would suggest to add the above modifications to it. After these are done, the joystick will behave like an original N64 controller and will be compatible to every game. I also found a german forum, where the original source code of this joystick has been improved: http://circuit-board.de/forum/viewtopic.php?f=56&t=5285&start=150

A part from those GC Style controllers, I tried a few different N64 Styles, but they all were worse than the GC Style. In the first link I posted, there is also a guideline, where you can see the up and downs of every available option.

 

Really good info! Seriously.
Lots of work (and time) for the controller.

Yeah, soldering is not big deal. Its easy. It seems easier and cheaper just buying a new N64 Controller.

I like the idea of the GC style just because it seems the most durable. I never played SSB or Perfect Dark N64 so I was hoping to try them so then I don't think I'll go with the GC style. Seems I would need the OEM style for those.

I might end up buying the OEM style. Just not sure how long it will last.

Honestly, I'm a little torn.

Deka

 

You can also check the only official aftermarket gamepad licensed by Nintendo the Hori MiniPad.

I got one from ebay and it's a bit small but i works flawless with every game even Blast Corps.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?LH_BIN=1&_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=hori+mini+pad&_sop=15