# Retro Game Controllers The Nintendo Switch Sega Mega Drive Controller is Now Available By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-11-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-mega-drive-controller References: [pocket-lint](https://www.pocket-lint.com/games/news/nintendo/159192-nintendo-switch-sega-mega-drive-controller-now-in-stock-in-uk) & [nintendo](https://www.nintendo.com/switch/)  The UK [Nintendo Store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-controllers) has officially stocked the highly sought-after wireless Sega Mega Drive controller. The new controller was designed so that Nintendo Switch owners could play the Mega Drive/[Genesis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anicorn-x-sega-megadrivegenesis) games offered with the [Switch Online](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-gamecube-controller) Expansion Pass. According to the company, the controller will work with all Sega games available on the platform, including all-time classics such as Ecco the Dolphin, Golden Axe, Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine, Strider, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, and Streets of Rage 2. Switch Online is a relatively new paid subscription service that enables Switch gamers to play a range of games offered on different platforms that would otherwise be difficult to own. Of course, this includes Sega games, which is why Nintendo has created a brand-specific controller for fans of the console. Image Credit: Nintendo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Gaming Accessories:** The rising demand for retro gaming accessories creates new opportunities for manufacturers and retailers to design and sell these products. - **Gaming Subscription Services:** Increasing popularity of gaming subscription services creates opportunities for new players to enter the market and offer innovative and affordable subscription plans. - **Cross-platform Gaming Integration:** As more games become available on different platforms, there is an increasing demand for controllers that can work with multiple devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Accessories:** Manufacturers of gaming accessories can capitalize on the trend of retro gaming by designing and selling controllers that work with older consoles. - **Gaming Subscription Services:** Companies offering gaming subscription services have an opportunity to increase their customer base by offering new and popular retro games. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the trend of cross-platform gaming integration by developing controllers and devices that can connect and work seamlessly with different gaming platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Game-Themed Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-pad-pro.md) - [Modernized Retro Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-gamecube-controller.md) - [Retro-Style Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyxi.md) - [Modernized Retro Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-neogeo-cd.md) - [Online Gaming Service Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-mega-drive.md) - [Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-gamecube-controller.md) - [Retro Platforming Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkd-gex-trilogy-neo-s-controller.md) - [Collaborative Game Console Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-rare-xbox.md) - [Wireless Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo.md)