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So the Classic controller is a sort hybrid of all Nintendo's past controllers rolled into one with a d-pad 4 Shoulder buttons (2 long L and R buttons and 2 short Z buttons), 2 Analogue sticks and four basic buttons on the front face. Which allow for you to play the classic games with a ... Read review
Over the years, Nintendo has innovated with controllers and control schemes that have ... more
become industry standards. The Classic Controller blends elements from Nintendo's NES, Super NES, and N64 controllers to allow for seamless play control over the titl...
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Nintendo Wii Classic Controller (White)Enjoy Virtual Console games the way they were meant ... more
to be played. The Classic Controller blends design elements from Nintendo's classic video game controllers, such as the NES, Super Nintendo and Nintendo 64, into...
The Wii Classic Controller recreates the classic Nintendo format you've been using for ... more
years now. For gamers who don't feel comfortable with the new Nunchaku or Wiimote controls, this is a familiar and comfortable alternative. FeaturesSize: 100.5mm ...
Advantages: Well designed Pad, Get the Most out of the Virtual Console. Disadvantages: Not Wireless, Overpriced.
You may be thinking hold up I thought the whole appeal of the Wii was it didn't have to use use a normal pad. Why on earth would I want to spend a £10-15 on old technology. Well the main reason reason is the Virtual console which allows you to download old games from N64, Snes, Nes, Mega Drive, Master system and the lesser known PC engine. Allot of these games require button setups that the Wiimote can not provide either because it does not have ... ...suit the old style game.
So the Classic controller is a sort hybrid of all Nintendo's past controllers rolled into one with a d-pad 4 Shoulder buttons (2 long L and R buttons and 2 short Z buttons), 2 Analogue sticks and four basic buttons on the front face. Which allow for you to play the classic games with a control setup they were designed for rather then twisting your hand around the Wiimote.
You may be thinking hold up I thought the whole appeal of the Wii was it didn't have to use use a normal pad. Why on earth would I want to spend a £10-15 on old technology. Well the main reason reason is the Virtual console which allows you to download old games from N64, Snes, Nes, Mega Drive, Master system and the lesser known PC engine. Allot of these games require button setups that the Wiimote can not provide either because it does not have enough buttons or the layout of the buttons does not suit the old style game.
So the Classic controller is a sort hybrid of all Nintendo's past controllers rolled into one with a d-pad 4 Shoulder buttons (2 long L and R buttons and 2 short Z buttons), 2 Analogue sticks and four basic buttons on the front face. Which allow for you to play the classic games with a control setup they were designed for rather then twisting your hand around the Wiimote.
You can also use the Gamecube pad to play virtual console games but the controls are a bit hit and miss. As often commands are assigned to stupid buttons on the pad making it impossible to play the games. (Probably on purpose to make you by a classic controller!). Also you have to plug it directly into the Wii which for me was a bit odd having gotten use to being wireless. So for me the Classic controller works allot better then using the Gamecube pad.
The pad itself is comfortable to hold I have just finished Paper Mario on the N64 with about 15 hours worth of play using using it for 2 -3 hours at a time without getting any hand strain or cramps. The analogue stick is responsive and all the buttons have good bounce and snap back to them so you feel like you can bash them and make the contact you want.
At present there are not many Wii games that you can use the pad on although I have found it useful for the game Mercury Meltdown Revolution (Think Marble Madness) as at times it gives you better control and makes it easier to do the puzzles. I guess as more non specific Wii games get ported to the Wii the classic controller may get more use as often Wiimote motion sensor controls are just added on to games and do not really improve anything.
The only problems I have with it is I think it should be about £5-10 as it is essentially just old technology so being half the price of the Wiimote seems a bit much but that may be me just being a cheap skate! Also you have to plug it into the Wiimote. This makes it a bit awkward as you have to rest the Wiimote on your lap or have a surface next to you to rest it on. It would have been nice if it was completely Wireless.
So in conclusion if you have no intention of using the Virtual console at present there is not much use getting this as not many current Wii games utilise it although this may change in the future. If though you have a Wii and are wanting to use the Virtual console this is a must buy and a very well designed pad.
The Nintendo Wii has really taken the world of computer gaming by storm. In my opinion this is mainly the result of Nintendo looking at all aspects of gaming as we know it, and putting a completely different angle on it. The Nintendo Wii is not the first console to offer wireless controllers. However the way the user uses the controller and interacts with the games has pushed gaming in a new (albeit more physical) direction. But it does not stop ... ...For that real retro feel Nintendo have produced The Classic Controller, before I explain about this controller I think it will be prudent to explain a little about connecting to the internet, downloading games, The Wii remote and then the classic controller.
Wii and connecting to the Internet.
At home we have a wireless network, so for us it was easy to set up. We followed the on screen prompts and were connected in a matter of minutes. Thankfully ...
sit2020 02.06.2007
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Advantages: Comfortable, Works with every Virtual Console Console, One type of controller needed for any VC game Disadvantages: Not wireless (plugs into a Wiimote), a little expensive
...to the very high standards Nintendo set with each release.
It has 4 ''action buttons'': a, b, x and y , in the same layout to a DS, (that is in a diamond shape set up), a D-pad on the left, and two analogue sticks, fitted much like the analogue sticks on a DualShock controller for the Playstation 2. On the top, you'll find R (Right) and L (Left) as well as ZR and ZL (minor shoulder buttons situated more towards the center of the controller). There's ... ...from the NES to the Nintendo 64 and played them with the Classic Controller, and it works perfectly with each and every title. I've no complaints about responsiveness, or it's comfortability. It's styling is very modern, and it doesn't look out of place next to the Wiimote, the nunchuck, or the Wii itself. The build quality of the controller is excellent. It feels solid, and there's no give whatsoever if you apply presssure.
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mrten_8 31.12.2006 (02.04.2007)
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Advantages: well made, simple design, easy to use Disadvantages: Not exactly a must have piece of wii kit
...have just bought your new Nintendo Wii. You have frantically swung your shiney new wii remote like a tennis racket. But somehow this amazing peice of new gaming technology, with its slightly retro looking graphics will also make you realise just how far gaming has developed. Wii sports is a far cry from the original classics of super mario bros and donkey Kong. Luckily for us (and Nintendo's accountants) the wii also contains a virtual console, where ... ...people. I dont understand why Nintendo did not make it either wirelss or just a standard plug in to the console (as the gamecube controllers can do).
Overall this is the only controller that can be used on ALL virtual console games (gamecube controllers can be used most of the time but there are some compatability issues and the layout of the buttons does not work well when playing the older, simpler games). The controller is well made but due to ...
jonny2483 12.02.2007
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Advantages: comfortable, great for lots of wii games, well designed Disadvantages: not wireless
The Nintendo classic controller is a wii remote accessory which is attatched into the slot in which you place the nunchuk. However, unlike the nunchuk, it is used on it's own and not in conjunction with the wii remote.
The design is similair to that of the playstation controller. It has two analog sticks, a set of directional buttons, four buttons at the front an four buttons at the back. The Nintendo classic controller is used for nearly all the ... ...previous Nintendo consoles have followed a similair design. The Nintendo classic controller can also be used for regular Nintendo wii games, particularly games made by Nintendo, such as Mario Kart and Smash bros, because the previous games in the series used a controller that follows a similair design.
The only downside about this controller, that I can think of, is that having the wii remote on your lap while playing with it is rather annoying.
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mcleism01 30.07.2008
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Advantages: Virtual Console Games, Some Wii games Playable Disadvantages: None that i can think off
The Nintendo Wii Classic Controller game pad retails at most game Stores for around £14.99. The Controller Plugs into the wii Remote and is mainly used for Classic Virtual Games which can be Downloaded Via the wii shop Channel.
The Nintendo Wii Classic Controller are Mainly used on the Virtual Console Games such as N64, Sega mega Drive, Nintendos Older Systems and a few Other systems. There are a few Virtual Games which will not work with the classic ... ...Commodore 64 Titles.
The Controller can also be used on some Games such as The Legend of spyro the eternal Night (use the wii Classic Controller like the PS1 Games of Spyro)
Mario Kart Wii (Use the wii classic Controller like the Gamecube Version)
Plus If your a Apyro Fan a new Title called Spyro Dawn of the Dragon Where you see all the classic Charters such as in the Pervious Titles of Spyro.
Overall the Wii Classic Controller is a ideal add ...
k800ifan07 05.05.2008
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Advantages: Fun, Many games and features, originality, wii sensor control Disadvantages: Graphics not "NEW GEN", internet is quite slow
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This is not the only thing, apart from its tremendous controller it also has Livestream internet, Wii channels and wii points where you can buy online games or classicnintendo games.
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Channel, the Mario Kart Channel, will also be launched with Mario Kart Wii. Players will be able to monitor their ranking against others with data compiled from races completed online as well as also access and share Ghost Data to download. Mario Kart Wii comes bundled with a new and intuitive accessory the Wii Wheel, which makes it one of the most accessible Mario Kart games to date and allows complete novices to compete with ease and comfort, ensuring no one is left in the dust.
Mario Kart Wii supports five different control options: Wii Wheel, Wii Remote turned on its side, Wii Remote and Nunchuk combination, ClassicController and even Nintendo GameCube controller. There's a configuration that fits everyone's experience, level and style.
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