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Click. Done with the games that require just the one controller on the Wii, it's time to get serious and attach the nunchuk. Whilst it is slightly a bit of a hassle to have to attatch the nunchuk everytime you want to use it, it's very easy.
And the minds at Nintendo have given it a smart ninja-like nickname that should catch on. It's very clear why they haven't made them permanently attatched as well - it would completely ruin the console.
So lets get into the thick of this review then. My nunchuk controller came with my Wii today. Yep - I've got the gift that EVERYONE wants this Xmas and don't just downgrade my review because of that. Be nice. My nunchuk came free with the console but right now if you want to buy another nunchuk to play multi-player that will set you back £15. The nunchuk CANNOT be used on it's own as well - so if you are buying another nunchuk it means you have already set yourself back £30 for a Wiimote (the other half of the controller duo). Pricey.
From what I've played so far there hasn't been much need for the nunchuk. In the 'Wii Sports' title you have to use the nunchuk in 'Boxing' and it works really well, but apart from that I'm yet to use it in multiplayer action. Bare in mind though, this is only Day 1 of the console release - there is bound to be a library of multiplayer games built up that require the nunchuk.
In single player however the nunchuk does work really well - I have tested it out on The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess. In fact I would say that the nunchuk is so easy to use at some points you will forget you are holding two different pieces of controller.
The nunchuk features a motion sensor aswell, apparently that's why this "new" technology has been made so expensive by Ninty. The sensor does work fine though - in 'Boxing' I hold the nunchukk up to defend my face and it defends my face. If I throw the nunchuk forwards (it doesn't fly out of my hand because luckily it is FIRMLY attatched to the Wiimote) it will throw a punch at my opponent. Fantastic fun.
The controller features the analogue stick, which will be familiar to anyone who's played 3D games before. Basically in Zelda you use the analogue stick to move your character around. The nunchuk also features to other buttons; a square 'Z' button and a smaller, circular, 'C' button. Both are easy to remember which is which and easy to access - and my hands aren't that big.
I would say that the nunchuk feels slightly tacky, but it's not like it feels like something you've picked up off the back of a lorry. The look completely fits in with the rest of what Nintendo have brought out for the Wii. Nintendo have made a giant step to the future of video gaming here, and they should be applauded for it.
The Wii does take a while to get used to (possibly even longer for younger players, so parents you might want to train up first) because it is a whole new way of playing, but once you do get used to it you will love it and your precious, the 'Nunchuk', will be a big part of your life.
UPDATE: I have had a comment regarding how do I know how good the lifespan of the nunchuk controller is. Well quite simply right now I don't know how good it is, but obviously if it breaks down on me I will let you all know. The nunchuk doesn't require batteries itself and works off of the Wiimote controller, so it looks like considering throwing that factor into the equation it is going to have a really good lifespan.
Also the comment went on to ask about repetitive strain injury, as none of the games out on the Wii offer a lot of repetitive moves with the nunchuk just yet it may be hard to judge, however with the nunchuk not being the primary controller I have faith that the nunchuk will not be responsible for any injury. On the other hand the actual Wiimote has injured my shoulder already, but that is for another review. Thank you.
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Great review. Heard in the news about the nunchuck (what a name!) causing injuries, I'm sure that's just down to players not using the wrist-strap properly. I want one of these to play interactively!!
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