A modern grip for original NES games
JAB reshapes the NES controller into a larger two-handle body with a textured D-pad and repositioned B and A buttons. The six-foot cable leaves room between the player and the console without batteries or pairing. It connects to original NES hardware and many third-party NES systems, while PC and Mac support gives the same controller a role in desktop retro libraries.
Analog sticks that can stand in for B and A
Two analog sticks broaden the control options, and each stick can be pressed to act as a face button: the left maps to B and the right maps to A. Shoulder buttons and triggers provide additional combinations for compatible computer games. An ultra-fast turbo function can be switched on when repeated button presses are useful and switched off for ordinary play.
Know the NES Classic limitation
The JAB does not plug directly into the NES Classic Edition. Retro Fighters specifies that its separate NES Pro Adapter is required for NES Classic, Wii, and Wii U use. That is different from the original NES connection supported by the controller itself. This candidate is the Gray version and remains a wired controller, with no wireless receiver or rechargeable battery.
Product facts
| Model | Retro Fighters JAB, Gray |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Original NES, many third-party NES systems, PC, and Mac |
| Connection | Wired, six-foot cable |
| Additional controls | Two clickable analog sticks, shoulder buttons, triggers, and turbo |
| NES Classic support | Requires separately sold NES Pro Adapter |
| Condition | New accessory |
Questions about this product
Does JAB work on an original NES?
Yes. It is compatible with the original NES and many third-party NES systems.
Does it connect directly to NES Classic Edition?
No. Retro Fighters says the separate NES Pro Adapter is required.
What do the analog-stick clicks do on NES?
The left stick can act as B and the right stick can act as A when pressed.
Is this controller wireless?
No. JAB is wired and uses a six-foot cable.