This is a list of accessories released for the Family Computer and Nintendo Entertainment System by Nintendo and other various third party manufacturers.
Family Computer Since the Famicom lacked traditional game controller ports, third-party controllers were designed for use with the console's expansion slot.
Accessory NameDescriptionManufacturerArkanoid ControllerSpecific controller for three Arkanoid games.TaitoASCII Stick L5One handed Famicom controller.ASCII CorporationBandai Karaoke StudioFamicom Microphone and unit that operates on its own cartridgesBandaiBarcode Battler IIConnected via a cable included in Barcode WorldEpoch Co.BPS-MaxNES-Max equivalent for the FamicomBullet-Proof SoftwareDatachMini-Cartridge adaptor with barcode readerBandaiFamiCoinLicensed colored "coins" that can be placed on the controller's directional pad (possibly to provide extra grip or reduce the "Nintendo thumb")TaitoFamicom 3D SystemA liquid crystal shutter headset which gave compatible games the illusion of 3D depth, like the Master System's SegaScope 3D glasses.NintendoFamicom Data RecorderDevice for saving and loading programs onto standard audio cassettes for programs made in Family BASIC. The Data Recorder and cassettes could also be utilized to store user-created data for the cartridge games Excitebike, Mach Rider, Wrecking Crew, and Castlequest. This feature was unavailable in the NES version due to it not being compatible with the Data Recorder.NintendoFamicom ControllerThe original Famicom controller. Two controllers were permanently attached to the Famicom. The second player's controller included a built in microphone but lacked the "start" and "select" buttons.NintendoFamily ConverterNES/Famicom cartridge adaptor.Honey BeeFamily Computer Disk SystemA unit that read non standard disks with content downloaded from Nintendo Disk Writer vending machines at stores.NintendoFamicom Fitness System (FSS)Bicycle TrainerBridgestone CycleFamicom 4-Player AdaptorAllows 4 players to play games at once. Not compatible with the NES Satellite or other NES 4-player adapters.HoriFamicom Light GunA handgun-style light gun.NintendoFamily Computer Network SystemUsed to connect to a Nintendo server which provided content such as jokes, news (mainly about Nintendo), game tips, weather reports for Japan and allowed a small number of games to be downloaded.NintendoFamicom RF BoosterRF connectorHoriFamicom S.D. SystemPlugs into system's expansion slot for use with headphones.HoriFamily BASIC KeyboardA Famicom keyboard only used in conjunction with the Family BASIC software.NintendoFamily RobotA small battery-powered robot.NintendoFamily TrainerA mat that allowed users to control games using their feet.Bandai FAM-NET/FAM-NET II Connected the Famicom to an online service. BridgestoneTV-NETConnected the Famicom to an online service. There are many option IC cards for connecting online services.MicrocorePisteConnected the Famicom to an online Keirin service.MicrocoreTV-NET printerprinter for TV-NET systemMicrocoreTV-NET RANK2Connected the Famicom to an online service.MicrocoreGun SightVoice activated laser headset.KonamiHead Cleaning CardA cleaning kit for the Nintendo FDS.NintendoJoystick-7Arcade style joystick with Turbo control for the Famicom. Joystick-7 Mk IIHoriJoycard Sanusui SSSController with turbofire and adapter for headphones.Hudson SoftMulti-BoxWireless RF transmitter for the original model Famicom. Connected to the right side controller nest.HoriParty Room 21 ControllerA quiz show buzzer controller for use of up to six people.YonezawaPower GloveVirtual hand controller.PAXSpica T89NES to Famicom cartridge adaptor.SpicaSuper ControllerJoystick conversion cover for the Famicom Controller.BandaiToyo StickFamicom arcade style controller.ToyoTurbo File and Turbo File IIExternal storage devicesASCII CorporationWide-BoyAn accessory only available to developers, gaming press, and retailers, meant to test and display Game Boy games on the television.Intelligent SystemsWu Ho Cassette AdaptorA NES to Famicom adaptor.Wu Ho
Nintendo Entertainment System Accessory NameDescriptionManufacturerAcclaim Remote ControllerThe officially licensed wireless infrared remote controller for the NES.AcclaimNES AdvantageArcade style joystick for the NES. NES-026.NintendoAladdin Deck EnhancerAllows the NES to play Aladdin game cartridges.CamericaArkanoid ControllerSpecific controller for the game Arkanoid.TaitoBattlestation IIMulti-system controller NES/SNES/Mega Drive.MulticorpNES Cleaning KitA cleaning device that cleans the console and gamepak.NintendoNES Controller (Basic)The original rectangle NES controller. NES-004.NintendoNES Controller 2 (Basic)The SNES styled NES controller created for the NES-101. It's also nicknamed the Dog Bone controller. NES-039.NintendoDouble PlayerWireless head-to-head system.AcclaimEpyx 500XJHandheld Joystick for the NES.KonixNES Four ScoreAllows 4 players to play games at once. NES-034.NintendoFreedom ConnectionAdaptor to convert any controller into a wireless one.CamericaFreedom PadInfra-red wireless NES controller.CamericaFreedom StickArcade style joystick.CamericaGame GenieCheat code adapter for NES cartridges. Normally only works on the NES-001 (front loading) control decks.CodemastersGame Genie NES-101 AdaptorA special adaptor that (when attached) allows the Game Genie to have compatibility with the NES-101. It was primarily given away for free to all Game Genie owners, but only if they made a mail order phone request for one. After mail orders were no longer accepted some of the leftover stock did appear for sale in limited quantities at lesser known convenience stores.GaloobThe Game HandlerA one-handed flight stick that controls by tilting.IMN ControlGame KeyNES cartridge adaptor.HorelegHES UnidaptorFamicom and NES cartridge adaptor.Home Entertainment SuppliersHES Unidaptor MKIINES adaptor.Home Entertainment SuppliersHFC (Hands Free Controller)A hands free controller designed specifically for people with physical limitations and special needs. It was worn like a vest, uses puff and sipping motions on a straw for the A and B buttons, and a chin stick for directional movement. This product was offered exclusively through Nintendo's consumer service number and was not sold in stores.NintendoHomework FirstLocking device with key to prevent play.Safe Care Products Inc.Innovation JoypadTurbo controller with cord on the left instead of top. "START" is labeled "CTART". Called "Innovation 8 Bit Controller" on box and "Innovation Joypad" on the actual controller.Innovation EntertainmentJammerNES Advantage clone.Beeshu, Inc.Joycard Sanusui SSSController with turbofire and adapter for headphones.Hudson SoftLaserScopeVoice activated laser headset.KonamiMagic KeyNES cartridge adaptor.Magic KeyMegaProgrammable control pad with an LCD screen.BandaiModemModem allowing people to use Nintendo equipment to play the state lottery in the comfort of their living rooms. Use the expansion port.NintendoMiracle PianoGame that teaches keyboarding with a real keyboard.The Software ToolworksNES MaxA controller with a sliding control pad and rapid-fire buttons. NES-027.Bullet-Proof SoftwarePower GloveVirtual hand controller.MattelPower PadNES exercise mat. NES-028. See also - Family Fun FitnessNintendoPro Beam Light GunA Zapper Light Gun clone for NES.DominatorQuickshot ArcadeQS-128n NES Advantage clone.QuickShotQuickshot Aviator 2Flight simulator style NES controller.QuickShotQuickshot TrackballController with two buttons and a trackball.QuickShotQuickshot WizmasterWireless controller.QuickshotQuickshot Sighting ScopeQS-132. Scope that can be added to the NES Zapper.QuickShotR.O.B.A small battery-powered robot.NintendoRoll & RockerA tilting teeterboard directional controller in which a standing player tilts their weight in the four cardinal directions to control the gameLJNNES SatelliteWireless four-player adapter for NES. NES-032.NintendoSpeedboardA piece of plastic that you put your controller in that "puts the speed at your fingers".PressmanSpeedkingJoystick with buttons on the side of the base and autofire setting.KonixSuper ChairA chair controller; direction is determined by leaning in the chair and the A, B, Start, and Select buttons are on hand grips.Sangkharom Trading CompanySuper ControllerJoystick conversion cover for the NES Controller (Basic)BandaiSuperstickInfra-red wireless joystick.Beeshu, Inc.Turbo Tech ControllerController for NES.Unknown ManufacturerTurbo Touch 360Touch sensor controller.TriaxTurbotronicArcade style joystick.CamericaU-ForceProgrammable "hands free" technology.BroderbundUltimate SuperstickArcade style joystick.Beeshu, Inc.Zapper Light GunOfficial NES light gun. NES-005. Came in both grey and orange color variations. See also - Video game light gunNintendoZingerTurbo fire joystick.Beeshu, Inc.ZipperTurbo fire control pad with small removable joystick that goes into its D-pad.Beeshu, Inc.ZoomerFlight simulator joystick.Beeshu, Inc.
See also History of the Nintendo Entertainment System Nintendo Entertainment System hardware clone List of Super Nintendo Entertainment System accessories
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