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6. Wii Classic Controller Pro
When Nintendo revealed that Wii would be the first video game console to embrace motion controls as its main way of play, things were fine and dandy, but it was only a matter of time before we started wondering how we would play all of those classic games offered through the Virtual Console. Luckily Nintendo had the solution ready in no time, giving us the Wii Classic Controller. This controller’s SNES-with-joysticks design was great, but it got even better when the company added handles and more space for a second row of triggers. When it comes time to play SNES games, there is no better option than this Pro Controller thanks to its similar design and giant, cushy D-pad. I don’t want to overstate the quality of this D-pad, but it is undoubtedly one of the best ever put on a gaming controller. It was even good for certain Wii games as well– I ended up using it to play all of Xenoblade Chronicles, as well as Muramasa: The Demon Blade.
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.