GameCube Controller

[max herman]

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I'm after another (first hand) GameCube controller for use on the Wii.
Are the Nintendo models still sold by anyone or can anyone recommend
a different brand?

This one caught my eye - looks to be the same shape as the original
and it is going for a decent price. What do you think?

thanks,

-m.

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[Shortay]

Originally Posted by max herman

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I'm after another (first hand) GameCube controller for use on the Wii.
Are the Nintendo models still sold by anyone or can anyone recommend
a different brand?

This one caught my eye - looks to be the same shape as the original
and it is going for a decent price. What do you think?

thanks,

-m.

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I've got two saved for Brawl when it comes out from my old Cube, but I was considering getting that one too. Looks good, sound price and my mate has it and has had no problems with it

[Serge.EXE]

Attractive prices indeed, but I find that pretty much no Third-party controllers stand even ground with Nintendo's controllers, from the N64 or Gamecube. Try playing some Tournament-grade Smash Bros Melee with one, you'll find yourself severely disappointed.

[max herman]

Originally Posted by Shortay-01

I've got two saved for Brawl when it comes out from my old Cube, but I was considering getting that one too. Looks good, sound price and my mate has it and has had no problems with it

Yep, It's just that price tag that is drawing me! Plus I have £2.50 on
my reward card... but reading Serge's reply I don't think I'll rush into
it just yet. I found this on the nintendo store website- it's platinum!

But they only ship within the US. Booo. NOE don't have a store do they?

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Originally Posted by Serge.EXE

Attractive prices indeed, but I find that pretty much no Third-party controllers stand even ground with Nintendo's controllers, from the N64 or Gamecube. Try playing some Tournament-grade Smash Bros Melee with one, you'll find yourself severely disappointed.

Hmm, I was worried that might be the case... I should probably have
a look around and see what kind of prices the second hand ones are
going for. Thanks.

Also, how are they at a disadvantage? Do you find they are not as
responsive or have a shorter life/ are less durable?

-m.

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[Serge.EXE]

Most aren't as responsive if you're doing complicated button combinations, or hitting them in quick succession. That or the Analog sticks feel funny. (I can't think of a better way to describe it-I got a Pelican Third Party controller when I first got the Cube, and Wave-Race just didn't handle the same, still not sure exactly what it was.)

Mind you, I could be wrong for some companies. It's not like I've tried them all, but this is merely what I've seen from my experiences.

[Joxe]

When it comes to controllers price usually equals quality. Controllers are one of the things I never buy as third party. Just because I want the controllers to last longer, money don't grow on trees you know...well they are made of wood, but you get the picture.

Since Nintendo's controllers aren't usually THAT expensive I would simply buy the real deal.

Why not a Wavebird? Goes well with N64 games on VC and it's wireless.

[Pegasus]

I know that one can order official Nintendo Gamecube controller's directly from NoA. I have no idea whether NoE is doing the same thing.

[Serge.EXE]

Originally Posted by Joxe

Why not a Wavebird? Goes well with N64 games on VC and it's wireless.

Wavebirds, jeez. I can't find any in stores anymore! I had to buy a wired one over the summer just because I couldn't find any Wavebirds, which are far superior for the Wii than the wired controllers.

[The shoemaker]

The first cube controler you showed looks to fat and wouldn't be that good.

[Shortay]

The Ninty Cube controller is one of my fav and most comfortable.