Dolphin New Super Mario Bros Wii Xbox Controller [portable] May 2026
Modernizing the Mushroom Kingdom: Using an Xbox Controller for New Super Mario Bros. Wii on Dolphin
Launch New Super Mario Bros. Wii on Dolphin
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No more holding a slim white rectangle sideways; the Xbox grip is built for long sessions. Zero Batteries: dolphin new super mario bros wii xbox controller
- In the controller configuration window, you can map your Xbox controller buttons to Dolphin's recognized inputs. Typically, the defaults work fine, but you can adjust them to your liking.
- Specifically for New Super Mario Bros. Wii, ensure that you're using a controller layout that aligns with the game's requirements (e.g., making sure the right analog stick or D-pad works for movement).
You can map the "Shake" motion (used for twirling and lifting objects) to a single button, such as the Right Trigger Modernizing the Mushroom Kingdom: Using an Xbox Controller
| Xbox Button | Wii Remote Action | Notes | |-------------|------------------|-------| | A (green) | 2 (jump) | Primary jump button | | B (red) | 1 (run/pick up) | Run or hold items | | X | Shake remote (spin jump) | Useful for propeller/ice flower | | Y | Shake remote (alternate) | Redundant but optional | | Left Stick | D-pad (move) | Smooth analog movement | | Right Stick | IR pointer (in menus) | Handy for menu navigation | | LB | Shake (spin) | More reliable than stick click | | RB | Shake (alternate) | | | LT / RT | Tilt remote (rolling) | Rarely needed | | Start | + (Pause) | | | Back | - (Switch items) | | | Left Stick Click | Reset IR pointer | Not essential | In the controller configuration window, you can map
Configure
Click . In the Device dropdown menu, select your Xbox controller (usually listed as XInput/0/Gamepad or SDL/0/Xbox Controller ).
Open Controller Settings
: In Dolphin, click the Controllers button.