Official Nintendo Classic Gamecube / Wii Controller
- Wii-compatible when playing GameCube sports meeting
- Eight-way D-pad
- Twin analog thumbsticks
Product Description
Up to four (4) of these same controllers can be plugged directly into the Wii console when enjoying Nintendo GameCube game discs on your Wii. Note: GameCube controllers only work when playing GameCube sports meeting on the Wii console. Exceptions to this include Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart, both of which allow you to use your GameCube controllers. It’s possible there are or will be other exceptions. Check your sports meeting’ instruction books to be sure.
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I bought this controller for my Wii to play gamecube sports meeting, as well as sports meeting like Brawl and Guilty Gear that use the gamecube controller optionally.
It’s a excellent white affect, which matches the Wii. It has a very long cord, which I believe is longer than the original gamecube controllers. The construction seems sturdy enough, and none of the buttons are squishy or stiff. By and large, a excellent controller. You get what you pay for.
It’s only 4 stars though, because I received a product from the Japanese Nintendo store. The packaging and instructions are all in Japanese. Not that you need instructions (insert end into Wii, play), but it’s nice to have the support numbers, safety information, troubleshooting, etc… in a language I can know in case anything goes incorrect.
Rating: 4 / 5
The best price I found for a Original gamecube controller and a splendid affect, I recommended 100%
Rating: 4 / 5
- Imported from Japan (But Still Excellent) -
When I first saw the box I could not find the Official Nintendo Seal anywhere on the box. All official Nintendo harvest have this seal(in North America). With closer inspection I noticed that the whole outside of the box was all written in Japanese. The instruction booklet was completely in Japanese also. Then I noticed one small patch of English on the back of the box which states “FOR SALE AND USE IN JAPAN ONLY”. That answered my question on why the box and instructions were all in Japanese. I also learned that the Official Nintendo Seal is not used in Japan by Nintendo.
- Detailed Review –
So yes after all this controller is an official Nintendo controller made for Japan. The controller works, looks, and functions like the original controllers sold for the GameCube. The only difference is the cord is longer and it is white in affect. I don’t know if there is an official Nintendo of America version of this, I don’t believe so because I have not seen it in stores or any other website. I do hope that Nintendo of America will eventually officially sell this product in the USA in the near future. I don’t know what the legal implications are for Amazon or myself for using this controller. Amazon is most likely the one to get in distress for selling this controller in the USA and other regions of the world. But I have no clue what legal action can be taken, Nintendo might just yell at them and I am not to worried about my use of the product.
As stated before the manual is completely in Japanese and there is no English version included. That is not much of a conundrum because it is simple to use, all you have to do is plug it in and start playing. As far as warranties go on this I have no clue because it is all in Japanese and I am using it outside of the only country it was intended for. Nevertheless it is still a splendid product and you are most likely not going to need a warranty. My advice is to pay the cash for this controller because they work and will keep effective. I have had 2 off-brand controllers fail on me and another on its way to failing. While all that was going on I had 2 original Official Brand Nintendo controllers that worked flawlessly, still work today, and I expect them to last very far into the future. I plot on buying another one of these so I have four official Nintendo controllers that I know will work and last for a long time.
- Final Thoughts -
If you need a excellent controller for your GameCube or to play GameCube sports meeting on the Wii get this one. Even with the Japan issue I am still giving it five stars. I don’t care that it is from Japan, that is Amazon’s conundrum and I wanted to let anyone reading this know it will probably be a Japan version so you are not surprised like I was.
Rating: 5 / 5
Unexpected that the C-stick failed to work properly when I got a brand-new controller. This is disappointing.
Rating: 1 / 5
The design of this controller is exact for Mario Kart. The handles gives you a firm grip on this controller unlike the charming design of the regular wii controller. I also like that the left joystick is above the d-pad which makes turning your kart simpler. The Left button is exact for when you have to hold a green shell or fake prize because of the design your finger wont slip off. The best part of this controller is the 10ft cord! YES thats right! 10Feetz! no more playing jump rope with your Wii console! I also like that it is an Official Nintendo controller. Ive bought cheap copycat controllers from other companys in the past but they ALWAYS seem to break down so quick. Its better to spend a small bit more cash for a better product. My kids have a large assortment of Wii sports meeting and this is the controller that they prefer to use all the time. Highly Recommended!!!
Rating: 5 / 5