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The game, the console, the controller. In most cases these are the three things you need when you want to play a video game, and while all three are essential, I would argue the controller is most important of all. It is the piece that makes video games different, the tool that connects you to the in-game world. When a controller is good it just works, and you might likely be too immersed in the game to notice just how good it is. Nintendo has a history of making great controllers, known for their functionality as well as their uniqueness. In its 30 years in the game business, the company has amassed a large collection of controllers under its name, and here is a list of the ten best.
I think we can all agree the GameCube controller is the best of all time. But as much as I love my 3DS XL, I hate how clicky and shallow its buttons are. The original DS had more buttery smooth buttons. And when it comes to the Wiimote + Nunchuk, the awkward placement of the 1 and 2 buttons ruin it for me. Not to mention all the issues with the motion sensing.
NINTENDO 64 CONTROLLER #1 FOR LYFE
I loved it except that not all the buttons were accessible depending on how you held it. Also the analog stick used to wear out pretty easy compared to the newer analog style. Especially after some hardcore Mario party marathons!
I’ve always been disappointed with the Virtual Console N64 games because there was never any compensation made for the different sensitivity of today’s analogue sticks versus the N64 controller’s. That being said; Mario Party protective glove giveaway, anyone? Lol, memories.
I love the Gamecube controller, so many great memories. It’s extremely weird, but sometimes I pick it up and hold it just to remember how extremely form fitting and comfortable it was to hold… Great list, man!
The Gamecube controller for sure… but the Wavebird more specifically! ;)
Lot of love for the GameCube controller. I remember how much it was hated on when it was announced. I always liked it though. My favorite controller is definitely the virtual boys controller. Wish they would have replicated that on a more successful console. Its grips were long and it was comfortable for me to hold. While it came before analog sticks were the norm it was ahead of its time with dual d pads
I’m totally down with this list. I treat my wavebird with such care nowadays. If I had known how much use I would get out of it, I would have bought 2 years ago.
Blast from the past! I remember making this graphic years ago.
The Wavebird beats all! All is right with the world!
Robert, the first Mario Party destroyed my hands. The blisters from that game were terrible.