bradhig1 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Are there any third party controllers from the 7800 that have two fire buttons like the normal 7800 controllers have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+slx Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 28 minutes ago, bradhig1 said: Are there any third party controllers from the 7800 that have two fire buttons like the normal 7800 controllers have? Today there are Edladdin‘s wares. I‘m not aware of any period ones. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 From for the 7800 you mean? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-7800-2600-Commodore-Controller-Control-Pad-Gamepad-Joystick-Retron-CX78-/264265265516 ...and before that: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradhig1 Posted March 16, 2020 Author Share Posted March 16, 2020 Yes for the 7800. My wicos sometimes have issues when using them on the 7800. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masschamber Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 I make pretty cheap arcade sticks for the 7800, you can also make your own! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+slx Posted March 17, 2020 Share Posted March 17, 2020 Yes for the 7800. My wicos sometimes have issues when using them on the 7800.If your Wico has two buttons and you can solder you should be able to convert it to 7800 compatibility. You maybe need a new cable and you‘ll need a resistor. Gesendet von iPhone mit Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edladdin Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 On 3/16/2020 at 5:46 PM, slx said: Today there are Edladdin‘s wares. I‘m not aware of any period ones. www.edladdin.com Also in the AtariAge store! We have arcade controllers, kits for building your own, and an adapter so you can use any Sega Genesis controller with your 7800. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 I think the only thing made bitd FOR (but not specifically for) the 7800 was the Beeshu Zoomer with the 7800 switch? I have one....and of course being digital, it's pretty lame as a steering wheel. I've switched the 7800 switch on and off but I don't know if I EVER tested both buttons on a two button game. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradhig1 Posted March 19, 2020 Author Share Posted March 19, 2020 I ordered one of those modded nes controllers. I got a wico ball handle controller today and it didn't have problems on the 7800. The bat handle wico didn't when tried afterward. Maybe I didn't have it plugged in all the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giles N Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 RetroGameBoyz has excellent controllers. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+SmittyB Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 If I had the skills I'd like to build an analogue 2 button joystick by essentially wiring up paddles in a different form factor so one is the X axis and the other Y. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassGuitari Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 On 3/16/2020 at 4:46 PM, slx said: I‘m not aware of any period ones. There was the Telegames Super Deluxe Joystick, which IIRC Best Electronics also sold as the Best Joystick. Essentially a copy of the CX24/ProLine but with an auto-fire switch and, as I understand, a weird stiff, spongy kind of action similar to a TI99/4a joystick. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Mitch Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 Here you go: https://www.atari7800.org/console.htm Mitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ave1 Posted March 26, 2020 Share Posted March 26, 2020 Here's some interesting 2 button controller options for the 7800: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4300 Posted March 26, 2020 Share Posted March 26, 2020 Personally, I think the best option is the Edladdin adapter and genesis controller of your choice. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 22 hours ago, 4300 said: Personally, I think the best option is the Edladdin adapter and genesis controller of your choice. Their custom built controllers are beauts but I completely agree. That converter+any of the many 1st and 3rd party Sega controllers (often with turbos and very nice dpads) should be option #1, #2, and #3 for new 7800 owners. Good god don't waste time with pain lines unless you need an "authentic experience". 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassGuitari Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 On 3/27/2020 at 1:45 PM, GoldenWheels said: Good god don't waste time with pain lines unless you need an "authentic experience". And that's me...for better or for worse. ? Luckily I also have a Europad! I've been toying with the idea of microswitch modding my ProLines but haven't gotten around to it (need to get some more switches!). They still wouldn't be perfect controllers, I'm sure, but I'm also thinking the improved action and response should still improve them by at least 1,000%. ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted March 30, 2020 Share Posted March 30, 2020 On 3/29/2020 at 2:33 AM, BassGuitari said: And that's me...for better or for worse. ? Luckily I also have a Europad! I've been toying with the idea of microswitch modding my ProLines but haven't gotten around to it (need to get some more switches!). They still wouldn't be perfect controllers, I'm sure, but I'm also thinking the improved action and response should still improve them by at least 1,000%. ? I bought one with micro switches for the directionals....but not for the buttons (!). I will say, control is WAY better with micros. Quick, and the click means you never feel the need to lean on them like you have to with the dome switches, to be sure they even worked. Gonna mod the buttons one of these days myself. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmonyFM Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 It's a shame there aren't more options for the 7800, I'd play mine a lot more often if the joystick wasn't so painful/I had access to better options. I've been looking to invest in a europad for awhile but just haven't gotten around to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+SmittyB Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 21 minutes ago, Roget said: I've been looking to invest in a europad for awhile but just haven't gotten around to it. Don't bother spending anything more than pocket money for one unless you're looking for something official over something good. Being from PAL-Land my 7800 came with the pad and I'd rank it about equal to the Master System controller which, if you've never used one, is also not great. In my opinion the best thing to do would be to invest in a Seagull 78 if you can which opens up the opportunity to use all the first and third party Megadrive / Genesis controllers including some neat gimmicky ones. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TailChao Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 1 minute ago, SmittyB said: Don't bother spending anything more than pocket money for one unless you're looking for something official over something good. Being from PAL-Land my 7800 came with the pad and I'd rank it about equal to the Master System controller which, if you've never used one, is also not great. I'd honestly rank ProPads below the Master System controllers because of their wiiide button spacing. Additional DIY options are the ProNES and ProSMS adapters I designed awhile back - I used the former through most of Rikki & Vikki's development (then gave them all away) and the latter since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates63 Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 I second the controllers by http://retrogameboyz.com. I ordered this one a couple of weeks ago. It feels good and controls very well. I was a bit concerned originally about how it would feel in my hand. I found it comfortable to hold in my hand while playing games. It also has rubber feet so you can set it down for table top play as well. Buttons also light up when the 7800 is powered on. Yesterday, I ordered another one in a different color and also ordered the Robotron game pad. Mike is easy to work with and he offers 30 days return. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Kaboomer Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 6 hours ago, socrates63 said: I second the controllers by http://retrogameboyz.com. I also am a big fan of retrogameboyz.com and wholeheartedly approve. I worked with him to make this one above but a a dedicated 4-way 7800. Looking forward to get it this week and try it out on Bob D's Pacman Collection! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates63 Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Cool! I also asked about a 4way stick, an absolute must for Pac-Man. He mentioned making one for someone. I will order one in the near future for sure. Please share your experiences once you get some time with it @Kaboomer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilsaluki Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 The RADICA Space Invaders converted joystick is my "Go-to" controller for absolute control, arcade-style (stick and buttons), with built-in arcade-style clicky switches, 2-button action controller for the 7800. Try it. It is easy to convert, and you'll LUV it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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