Fixing My Wife’s Broken SNES Controller | Can I Get It Working Again?

In this video, I attempt to fix my wife’s SNES controller that suddenly stopped working for no clear reason. It’s a classic piece of gaming history, and I couldn’t let it stay broken — so I cracked it open to find out what went wrong.

Join me as I:
Troubleshoot common SNES controller issues
Disassemble and inspect the internals
Clean contacts and check continuity
Attempt to repair the fault and test the result

Whether you're into retro console repairs, SNES hardware restoration, or just love a good repair story, you’ll enjoy this one — especially with the personal stakes involved!

🛠️ Tools Used:
Isopropyl alcohol (99%)
Precision screwdriver set
Multimeter
Patience & retro gaming love

💬 If you've repaired a retro controller before — or want to — drop your tips in the comments!

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Disassembly
02:19 - Inspection
02_58 - Checking Cable
07:34 - Checking Chip
08:58 - Checks & Continuity
15:04 - Reapplying Chip
24:31 - Test 1
27:25 -Clean
39:41 - Test 2
41:27 - Fixing Mistakes
45:47 - Test 3 & Conclusion

If you're located in or near Sweden and want to send me something to take a look at, send me an email. Or do you want to get in touch for other reasons?:
mkfix.yt@gmail.com

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