Q: What is a Sacred Oils controller?
A: A controller built by us, with performance potential as the goal.
Q: Are Sacred Oils controllers legal for competitive play?
A: Yes. To be completely sure, research the established rules for your game(s) of interest. Our controllers function on the same principles as an original controller and provide no unfair advantage. A one-piece directional button with four directions, and one button each for A/B/St/Sel.
Q: Will Sacred Oils controllers make me a better player?
A: No. The controller is a tool. How you use that tool is entirely on you as the player.
Q: How are these different from an original controller?
A: Our controllers are built with performance potential as the goal. Parts are meticulously hand-selected, modified, assembled, and thoroughly tested.
Q: Which parts do you use in your builds?
A: All builds are different, as we seek improvement and innovation. A list of parts will be provided in the description of each build.
Q: Can I commission a build and choose the parts?
A: No. We build only when it calls to us.
Q: How do I know if I’ll like the controller?
A: Everybody has their own preferences. You may need to spend a lot of time getting acquainted with how a particular controller performs. Find somebody who has recently obtained a Sacred Oils controller and ask them about it to get an idea of what to expect.
Q: I can't afford this, what can I do to find a good controller?
A: We have compiled some information on what to look for when purchasing used NES controllers. Check it out HERE.
Q: Do you stream the controller building process?
A: Yes. While we don’t stream every step of the process, most of the modification and assembly steps are performed live on stream on occasion. During building streams, I am happy to answer questions and explain processes. Check out https://twitch.tv/skunky48