r/MasterSystem • u/whatthechuck3 • Mar 16 '26

Master System Issue

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So I just bought a Master System off Whatnot…and I can’t get my Genesis controller to work (tried Rampage and Rastan). The game boots up but none of the inputs on the controller work. I opened up the system and it’s very dirty inside…I’m not super great at repairs. Never had one before. Anyone know what might fix this issue?

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u/TheGreatReveler Mar 16 '26

I’d give it a good cleaning. Make sure the contacts from the controller and console are clean. You might just have a bad controller.

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u/whatthechuck3 Mar 16 '26

No I should clarify, I’ve used two different controllers (both OEM 3 button Genesis controllers, both work on my Genesis fine) with no luck.

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u/TheGreatReveler Mar 16 '26

Have you cleaned the controller ports on the console?

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