[Introduction] As a post-80s game party, I have experienced many game platforms, but the one that impressed me the most was Sega Saturn machine. Although its handle does not have a virtual rocker, the cross key is the most useful button I think so far, and even the PS4 is incompa

[Introduction]

As a post-80s game party, I have experienced many game platforms, but the one that impressed me the most is the Sega Saturn machine. Although its handle does not have a virtual rocker, the cross key is the most useful button I think so far, even the PS4 is incomparable! September 9th is Taobao 99 Favorite Festival. I accidentally saw Baweitang launching a Sega Saturn handle Bluetooth kit for special offers. This thing is quite interesting. Through the "magic modification" circuit board, you can turn Saturn handle into Bluetooth handle. There are many compatible platforms, so I bought it. By the way, I went to Xianyu to buy a Saturn original handle. It cost a total of 159 yuan. After installing it, it still tasted the same as it was 20 years ago! So let’s make a simple sharing.

PS: There are many Saturn handles on Xianyu that are selling. Please note that if you don’t have the word “SEGA”, it is definitely not the original shell. In addition, after you get it, it is recommended to disassemble the handle to see if there is also SEGA LOGO on the circuit board. These two points are the basic standards for judging the original handle.

[Unboxing and product details]

has been in contact with several Baweitang handle products before, and I feel that the retro packaging is worth collecting. I never expected that Baweitang Sega Saturn handle Bluetooth kit is actually a simple bag... I asked about the Mod Kits in their style, which looks a bit like a work bag? The items inside are still well protected. Bubble paper wraps everything, so there should be no problem with safety. All the objects in the box are as shown in the picture below, and I actually gave a screwdriver!

This is the core circuit board in the Baweido Sega Saturn handle Bluetooth kit, and it looks good to workmanship. The entire circuit board is processed by carbon oil and can resist oxidation for a long time and avoid poor contact.

Battery capacity is 180 mAh, which is enough as a handle. I have used it for more than a week and the frequency of use is not high every day. Anyway, I am still using excess power at the moment, and I feel that the battery life is OK.

This is an RDA5876 Bluetooth single chip ( Ruidike ), which won the 2011 "China Chip" Best Market Performance Award of the Software and Integrated Circuit Promotion Center of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Many mobile phones, tablets, and car supplies use this chip solution, and there is no problem with the connection. The side keys of the original handle of

are stiff, which is the most complaints from many Saturn players, but it is estimated that the Baweitang may have intended to perfectly restore the feel, so its side keys are also relatively hard to move slightly.

There is a USB MINI charging port on the top of the circuit board, and a white rubber pad is located at the bottom of the opening, and an indicator light is installed inside. The design of this position is clever, and after being installed in the handle shell, it just perfectly blocks the outlet of the handle. The cable sent by

is soft, but the length is a bit awkward and only 1 meter. If it can be increased to 1 meter 5, it will be more convenient. For example, when used on a PC platform without Bluetooth, the distance freedom will be higher. However, users can solve this problem by purchasing third-party cables. The installation process of

is simply demonstrated with a small animation. In fact, it is quite simple. In a word, it is just to replace the original circuit board. This circuit board is perfectly matched with the handle shell. The position of the rubber gasket of the screw holes and the buttons is quite accurate. The process of stuffing into the shell is relatively smooth, and there is no need for any great force to achieve a miracle.

2 minutes of transformation time, wired to wireless in seconds, and also supports switch, PC, Raspberry Pi, Mac OS, Android and Steam, almost all platforms are compatible. If you buy another eight-bit Bluetooth receiver, it can also support PlayStation~. The original circuit board removed from

will be temporarily thrown into the packaging of the Baweitang Sega Saturn handle Bluetooth kit. Maybe when you are angry, you can buy a second-hand Saturn machine and use it again.

[SS handle picture appreciation]

Experience SS handle on switch. The collision between old antiques and new technologies is really amazing!

[swtich platform game experience] The process of linking

and switch is very simple. The handle is driven by Y+start, and then press LR at the same time to activate Bluetooth, enter the switch settings, and you can immediately recognize it. In the future, the handle will be automatically connected to the switch as soon as it is turned on.

Here I briefly talk about the key correspondence between the switch handle and the SS handle:

switch: B A Y X L R ZL ZR + - HOME

SS: A B X Y Z C L R START On + START Under + START

SS handle has a missing screenshot key, which is not bad. Let’s talk about the feel of the Sega Saturn handle. Since the circuit board has been replaced, the buttons and rubber pads are all original, the feel is still original. The six keys of XYZABC are a little loose after more than ten years of baptism, but their elasticity is still very good, not stiff, and they are soft when they reach the bottom. The key strokes of these keys are relatively short, so the command triggers are relatively fast. The cross key feels much more tight, and it feels a bit soft when rubbing the ultimate move, so it is more coherent. The only drawback is that the two side keys on the top are still stiff and the key stroke is relatively short. Compared with other keys, they require greater force to trigger, so they feel very average when operating. However, because the direction key and XYZABC key have excellent feel, this controller is particularly suitable for playing fighting games. You can use the ultimate combo at will!

"Zelda Unparalleled Hylaru All-Star Deluxe Edition"

"Mortal Kombat 11"

"Nintendo Star Fight"

"Sonic Racing"

"Rhythm Hylaru: Rhythm Dungeon X Legend of Zelda"

[PC Platform Game Experience]

Eight Door Sega The Saturn handle Bluetooth kit can also support Bluetooth linkage on PC, but since my computer motherboard does not have Bluetooth, it can only be connected in a wired way. The method of using it on a PC is a bit different from that on switch. When the controller is turned on, you need to press X+start to start Xinput mode, and then connect to the USB cable to be recognized by the PC.

"Street Fighter V"

"Dragon Quest: Hero 1"

[Summary]

Baweitang Sega Saturn controller Bluetooth kit This product is very interesting. It is worthy of being the Baweitang full of emotions. The products developed each bring different surprises. The Saturn machine may not have been exposed to most young people, so it is relatively unfamiliar, but its feel is not inferior to the current mainstream game controller. Since the original buttons and gaskets were not replaced during the "magic modification", the feel is the same as the original handle, especially the cross key, which is used to play fighting games, and the ultimate combos can be easily rubbed out. But it is a continuation of feelings after all, and the price of 99 yuan is not expensive. The sentimental party just needs to buy with close eyes!