Restores sticky or unresponsive NES controller buttons for improved gameplay
Includes D-pad, A and B buttons, and Start/Select pads for complete replacement
Easy to install with included Q-tip and isopropyl alcohol for thorough cleaning
Compatible with both NES rounded top and flat top controllers
Aftermarket design offers a cost-effective alternative to OEM parts
Summarized by Shop
If your NES controller's buttons are sticky or unresponsive, it's likely that the conductive silicone pads are worn out or dirty. The first step to restoring your console is to try cleaning the pads with a Q-tip dipped in isopropyl alcohol. If that doesn't work, consider swapping them out for a brand new replacement set. NES = Rounded top
used these with a slight modification for my analogue pocket. not the intended use case, but they feel great and high quality. will come back!
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Safi · November 12, 2025
They work well but…
They’re much stiffer than OEM. Probably 2-3x stiffer. The B and A buttons feel nice and clicky and are great. The Dpad membrane has some difficulty with diagonals. I haven’t played enough with them to see if there’s a break in period.