Sega Saturn Gamepad Hits Market for €60 on 6 Nov
GuliKit Elves 2 Pro brings the Sega Saturn pad back with Bluetooth, hall-effect sticks and around 20 hours’ battery life. Launches 6 November for roughly $49.99 (approx £40/€45), with support for Switch, Windows and Android, plus adapters for original hardware.
The Sega Saturn gamepad revival continues with the Elves 2 Pro Bluetooth controller, launching on 6th November with its distinctive white colour scheme that faithfully recreates the original 1994.
This modern reinterpretation maintains the Saturn's iconic six-button layout while adding contemporary wireless connectivity, offering retro gaming enthusiasts the perfect companion for their classic gaming sessions and modern emulation setups.
● 1000Hz Wired Polling Rate,170Hz Bluetooth Polling Rate.
● Replaceable Stick Cap with Anti-Friction KK Ring.
● Unique Magnetic Levitation Vibration Motor.
● SS Floating D-pad, Perfect for Fighting Games.
● Supports Semi-Auto and Full-Auto Continuous Fire.
● Six-axis Gyroscope
● Patented Motion Aim Assist.
● Windows,Switch,Switch2,Android,iOS Platforms, Wired & Wireless Connection.
Manufactured by retro specialists Gulikit, the Elves 2 Pro combines nostalgic aesthetics with modern functionality. The controller features Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity for wireless play alongside USB-C charging, delivering approximately 20 hours of gameplay on a single charge. Furthermore, it includes hall effect joysticks that eliminate drift issues – a common problem with older analogue sticks that often affects vintage gaming hardware.
Credit: Gulikit
Priced at ¥9,800 in Japan and $49.99 (Amazon) in the USA (approx. £52 / €60) based on current exchange rates; check local retailers for exact pricing), the controller represents solid value for retro gaming purists. The original Sega Saturn controller, launched alongside the console in November 1994 in Japan, revolutionised 2D fighting game controls with its responsive six-button layout. Many enthusiasts still consider it the definitive controller for genres like fighting games and 2D platformers.
The Elves 2 Pro follows several successful retro controller revivals including recreations of the Sega Mega Drive and SNES pads. This continuing trend demonstrates the strong demand for quality retro gaming peripherals that blend authentic feel with modern reliability. For collectors and players alike, having access to controllers that match original specifications while eliminating cable clutter and compatibility issues makes retro gaming sessions significantly more enjoyable.
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