Built for N64 games on Switch, not original N64 hardware
Brawler64 Bluetooth NSO Edition connects to Nintendo Switch and PC rather than an original Nintendo 64 controller port. Its modern two-handle shell keeps the N64-style analog stick, A/B buttons, C buttons, and dual Z triggers while adding Home, Screenshot, and Minus controls required for Switch navigation. It is distinct from the 2.4GHz Brawler64 Wireless Edition for original N64 consoles.
Swap between N64 and Switch Pro layouts
A dedicated Swap function changes between the Nintendo Switch Online N64 arrangement and a conventional Switch Pro-style button layout. That lets one controller move from N64 titles to broader Switch use without manual remapping each time. Motion sensing, dual vibration feedback, and system wake support add Switch functions that the original-console Brawler64 does not provide.
Bluetooth wireless and USB-C PC options
The controller connects to Switch through Bluetooth without a dongle. On PC, it supports either Bluetooth X-input or a wired USB-C connection. Retro Fighters rates the built-in rechargeable battery for more than ten hours and wireless range for more than 30 feet. Gray, transparent blue, and arctic white are separate color variants of the same NSO-focused controller.
Product facts
| Model | Retro Fighters Brawler64 Bluetooth NSO Edition |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Online N64 software, and PC |
| Connection | Bluetooth; USB-C wired option on PC |
| Switch features | Layout Swap, motion sensor, dual vibration, and system wake |
| Original N64 compatibility | No |
| Condition | New accessory |
Questions about this product
Does this work on an original Nintendo 64?
No. This Bluetooth NSO edition is for Nintendo Switch and PC.
What does the Swap button do?
It changes between an NSO N64 button layout and a Switch Pro-style layout.
Does it require a dongle on Switch?
No. It connects to Switch through Bluetooth.
Can it connect to PC wirelessly?
Yes. Retro Fighters lists Bluetooth X-input for PC, as well as wired USB-C connectivity.