Retro Fighters designs cutting-edge, ergonomic wireless controllers for classic gaming consoles like the N64, GameCube, Dreamcast, and PlayStation.
Retro Fighters is a modern video game accessory manufacturer dedicated to the retro gaming community. Founded by industry veterans and creating products based on gamer feedback, the brand specializes in modernizing classic controllers with ergonomic designs, wireless technology, and next-generation features without sacrificing compatibility.
Their product lineup bridges the gap between nostalgic hardware and modern comfort, featuring popular controllers such as the Brawler64 for Nintendo 64, the BattlerGC and BladeGC for GameCube, the StrikerDC for Dreamcast, and the Defender lineup for PlayStation and Xbox. Retro Fighters aims to provide a superior gaming experience by addressing the limitations of original hardware while preserving the authentic feel retro gamers love.
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Pairing methods vary by model. Generally, insert the USB or console dongle, then press and hold the Home or Sync button on the controller for roughly 5 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly. Refer to your specific user manual for precise pairing indicators.
Firmware updates are typically located on the specific product page on retrofighters.com. Download the update tool to a Windows PC, connect your controller or dongle via USB as instructed (often holding a specific button), and run the updater.
Most Retro Fighters controllers are designed for Windows PC and original consoles (Switch, GameCube, etc.). Mac compatibility is not officially guaranteed though some users may find basic functionality works.
Many Retro Fighters controllers support multiple input modes. You can usually swap modes by holding a specific button combination (such as 'Home' or '+' and '-') for several seconds. Check the manual for the specific combo for your model.
Locate the small reset hole on the back of the controller. Use a paperclip or pin to gently press the button inside to reset the device to factory settings.