Nintendo shows off GameCube controller adapter for Wii U, will work with Smash Bros.

Nintendo has provided a first look at some sort of GameCube controller adapter for Wii U in its “Super Smash Bros. Invitational @ E3 2014″ video.

[Moonman]

Well that solves it! :)

[colonel179]

But why not sell the controller? How many people still have theirs? I haven't had anything GameCube since 2007! Nintendo needs to sell the GameCube controllers again!

[-Foxtrot]

Unless they are.

That controller in the picture has a Smash symbol on it. I wonder if they are new controllers they will bundle in limited editions of the game or with the adapter.

[darthv72]

I still have mine. Will be sweet having wavebirds hooked to this for some all out smash bro's brawling.

[ICANPLAYGAMES2]

I still have both my Wavebirds (the GC system also), though I only have one GC controller which I gave to my kids to use on their Wii (they prefer it to the original classic controller). I'm definitely getting one of those adapters though, hope it works with the Wii app. as well as Wii U stuff.

[Ilovetheps5]

I still have four gamecube controllers. I'm happy with this announcement.

[user9597082]

My launch controllers that have been with me since middleschool work better than ever! I went on a gamecube binge not too long ago and fixed them all up.

[Derpy]

I still have all my Gamecube stuff including controllers. There are probably as many gamers out there that hang on to their stuff as there are that sell them. Also Gamecube controllers are a dime a dozen on eBay (new and used), so it's not like people can't get a hold of them.

Not sure I want this adapter for one game though, but if there are signs that other games will support it, I definitely be grabbing one.

[BattleAxe]

Confirmed, the WiiU will now beat the PS4.

[iplay1up2]

I have my Wave Bird still. I never got rid of it, because my Wii Played Cube games. Why don't you check out GameStop and Ebay, I am sure you can pick one up and probably cheap.

[Panthers]

I still have all of my Gamecube stuff. So glad I didnt sell it, there are so many good games on that system.

[hellzsupernova]

This controller is probably the best controller to hold I have ever had the pleasure of using. Smash is the best game to me from Nintendo. It would be hard to choose between the GameCube controller and the dualshock 4 I might call it a tie.

[colonel179]

Yes, the GameCube controller is one of the most comfortable controllers in existence. The only downside I see is the C-Stick, which could be fixed by adding another Analog Stick in its place.

[ShadowKingx]

somethings tells me ebay gamecube controllers just went up 10-20 bucks....lol

[XiSasukeUchiha]

Thank you Nintendo for the gamecube controller adapter hopefully implemented into other games :) Buying one right now!

[3-4-5]

Awesome, Still have my Gamecube and a brand new-ish controller I got a few years back. Can't wait to use it.

[-Foxtrot]

That looks much better then getting a Wii remote, attaching an adapter onto it so you can plug your Gamecube controller in.

However I still think it's a carry on when they could of just made a Gamecube styled controller in the first place when doing the designs of their pro controller.

[Moonman]

Smash fans most likely have a Cube controller already....

[-Foxtrot]

Or after all this time since Smash bros Brawl and even Melee they've either lost it, sold it, it's damaged or like me it fully broke.

I really wouldn't want to buy a pre owned one for a bunch of reasons

[Moonman]

@Foxtrot... This probably won't be the only solution for controls, it's just great for the purest fans who only like playing the real thang...lol.

[deafdani]

Wow, after all this time, you still keep going about it?

Nintendo isn't going to make a Gamecube-styled controller for standard use on the Wii U, period. The BAYX configuration of the Gamecube controller is just TERRIBLE for playing classic Virtual Console games. That controller only worked properly with games specifically tailored to it - namely, all Gamecube games, and a few Wii games.

The Pro Controller is the best all-around solution for a controller that plays all kinds of games available on the Wii U, period. Nintendo made the right call on this one.

[EliteGameKnight]

I always thought the BAYX configuration was superb. you had access to all the buttons with little thumb movement, thus allowing for faster reaction.

Plus playing some of the N64 games on the Wii worked well enough, it wouldn't be that hard to make it do the same for NES as it only needs the A and B buttons, which have a good placement next to each other. I can see trouble with the SNES, but I wouldn't mind trying it out at least

[-Foxtrot]

The Pro controller is horrible compared to the Gamecube one. They went with something which reassembles an Xbox controller then sticking with their unique Gamecube controller they could of improved on upon each gen.

"for playing classic Virtual Console games."

That's why we had a classic controller. You know why we don't have this problem playing old PS1 games with the DS controller or Xbox games with the 360/One controller....because MS and Sony stuck with their designs and improved on them unlike Nintendo who kept changing it all the time.

[BoneBone]

It isn't just about the actual GCN controller, it's about having a wired connection. Some Pro Smash players are sensitive to the minute you get from wireless controllers.

[deadfrag]

You can wired the Pro controller and the Gamepad;from the moment you connect the cable on this two controllers for recharge on the Wii U they work like wired.I dont know the input lag of the Pro controller in wireless mode but the Gamepad has no input lag from what i have read.

[randomass171]

@Foxtrot

"because MS and Sony stuck with their designs and improved on them unlike Nintendo who kept changing it all the time."

lol That's kind of ironic given that a lot of people around here seem to think Nintendo just likes doing the same thing over and over. Anyway, I really think your complaints are about as pointless as they could have possibly become. Rather than requiring a Wiimote attachment, you've got an adapter for the original controller and it's apparently still not enough? You have the options there for you. If you don't like them, don't use them.

By the way, I've used the Pro controller as well and it's a dang fine controller and I can say without a doubt it will be an excellent controller for Smash on Wii U.

[iliimaster]

cant wait for this i really hope this opens up the door for every other game too to me its the best controller ive ever used

[DigitalRaptor]

This is amazing news.

However, more exciting is this kinda (maybe) confirms GameCub games on the Virtual Console. Since Wii U is not backwards compatible, I see not other reason why they would do this just for a control scheme for Smash Bros.

[Benjaminkno]

Those were my thoughts. It's too bad they shied away from the pressure sensitive triggers. It could've easily carried over to the wand and 'chuk. It definitely had more potential. DS4 is utilizing the technology now, it's pretty bad ass. Id love to play Sony/MS games with a GameCube controller.

[Ghost_Nappa]

Now, make a proper Paper Mario game and ill buy a wii u and the adapter in a heartbeat.

[EliteGameKnight]

I wouldn't mind if they port 1000 year door on to the Virtual Console. man that game was good, kinda was downhill from there though. :(

[Ghost_Nappa]

Yeah, sticker star was barely even an rpg, let alone a proper paper mario title. At least super paper mario had all the bizarre characters and secrets
You'd expect in a paper mario game.

[user9597082]

Considering that I just soldered new joysticks onto all of my old gamecube controllers, I'm super excited for this. This is way better news than the gamecube inspired wii peripheral controller.

[GamingSinceThe80s]

Wow this proves that they rely are listening to their fan's.Good job Nintendo!Keep it up and you just mite get win some of the naysayers back again. I wonder if this also means Gamecube games will finally start hitting the Wii U VC?My heart just skipped a beat at thought of it.lol

[Reeze]

Nice thought... I think that may be what they're doing! After Smash releases, everyone will have the adapter, and then they'll start to release Gameboy games on VC.

[DanManDantheMan]

Guess Nintendo just screwed PDP over

[GamingSinceThe80s]

IT will still be cheaper to buy a PDP GCC at $25.Considering this will likely cost $40 at the very least.And then you still need a GC controller.There should still be a market for both, just not as big of one.PDP was likely told about this before hand.Noway this was just a new plan in the past week or 2 since they told us about the PDP GCC.

[Ck1x]

This might be the PDP controller! If you read the initial announcement, it stated that Nintendo partnered with PDP to bring a GC controller to WiiU.

[KwietStorm_BLM]

This generation is more and more back to the future every day.

[PS4isKing_82]

Awesome. I've still got two original platinum GameCube controllers. Now of Nintendo would just make it the default controller for the wiiu.

[Majin-vegeta]

You cant use the regular GC controllers without the adapter??

[deafdani]

Kinda hard without GC controller ports, don't you think?

[randomass171]

I had the sneaking suspicion Nintendo would do this for Smash lol. Looking forward to getting this on my Wii U! :)

[The 10th Rider]

Now they just need to put the controllers back into production and patch in gamecube disk support for the Wii U, THAT would be awesome!

[jcnba28]

Great stuff Nintendo, they seem to be listening to fan requests lately!

[mydyingparadiselost]

I honestly wish Nintendo would just replace the Pro Controller with an updated wireless version of the Gamecube controller. Just throw on some L3/R3 buttons and an extra trigger to match up to other controllers.
Unfortunately that's just crazy talk, at least this is still a nice addition.

[Benjaminkno]

I hear you bro. Sometimes you get it right the first time. The new pro controller is still sweet though.

[King Nezz]

Hmmm,I guess Nintendo doesn't have faith in their current controls to where they believe the new Smash will feel smooth. I'm just hoping that they plan on releasing Gamecube games on the eshop. I'll buy Smash Bros. Melee.

[TripC50]

An adapter to play one game with GC controllers?No way, GameCube VC might as well be confirmed

[wonderfulmonkeyman]

We can pray.

[BlackWolf]

My belief is that the adapter remaps the Gamecube controller to work like a Wii U Pro controller. If that's how it is, then any game that uses to Pro controller could use this game.

[randomass171]

An OFFICIAL adapter too! None of this third party stuff that barely works! :D

[TripC50]

Ikr! I have a hunch that at E3 Nintendo will say something like "oh yeah and the adapter will also be compatible with the new GameCube VC games coming soon"

[CouldHaveYelledUiiW]

How many compatible controllers does this game have?

A fifth of the development time was spent plotting controls to all the buttons (of these controllers).

(jk)

[thehobbyist]

Wii mote
Wii mote nunchuk combo
Wii Classic Controller
Wii U Gamepad
Wii U Pro controller
Nintendo Gamecube controller
Everything you could want and more.

[CouldHaveYelledUiiW]

(They just released a fighter controller too.)

Still going to have some people complaining.
Saying, "Why no N64 controller Nintendo?"

I hope they remember to do this with Zelda WiiU.

[Benjaminkno]

No, Zelda is now officially optimized with the gamepad. If you played WWhd, you'd know exactly what I'm talking about. Better check yourself.. ;D

[randomass171]

Actually would be kind of cool if they created more adapters for the other classic controllers when they release more VC games. That'd be fun to pick up. :)

[Milesprowers]

USB :) This will be perfect for Dolphin Emulator.

[pootymcpoockle]

I still have 4 of these bad boys, just need the adaptor and I'll be good to go!

[its_JEFF]

So... they've moved on to rehashing old hardware? N64 controller anyone?

[thehobbyist]

It's not rehashing if the old technology was god damn genius. I sold nearly all my GC compatible tech but I still kept the controller because they're the best. The only thing the controller isn't good at is FPS games. Which, if you're buying Nintendo, chances are you don't play a whole lot of those.

[its_JEFF]

well... when it comes to controllers it's a matter of preference. There are people who love 360 controllers, there are those who love PS controllers. Some controllers work best with a specific game... for example the N64 controller worked amazingly great with Mario64.

I wouldn't go so far as to say "god damn genius"... but that's just me. Nintendo makes it's money on nostalgia, pure and simple. Nintendo banks on your nostalgia.

And I never said that it wasn't a "good" controller. I just said it's a rehash, is it not a rehash? They're re-releasing it aren't they. Or is it only a rehash when Sony/MS do it and it's different when Nintendo does it?

[Benjaminkno]

Rehash like Assassins creed, or CoD, or Halo, or GTA, or everything else ever made...
Nevermind that the DS4 is still a SNES controller with two sticks and two extra triggers.
Let's decry Nintendo for rehashing while we keep playing the same games... but prettier... duh!!
You should've spent money on the Kinect or Move because those are still supported and more important than a failed console controller...

... It's too easy.

[kewlkat007]

Nintendo is so confused..

So they have a big screen gamepad,an Xbox looking pad and now you need to buy an adaptor to play with you GameCube controller...

All those controllers not compatible with all games but older games are compatible with newer hardware.

Sometimes I don't know about this company.

[bobacdigital]

It isnt required ...you can use whatever u want.. no one is forcing you to buy it. This accessory was made to appease the core hardcore smash player.. Everyone was begging for it, would you rather they not listen to their core audience???? The ones actually supporting the system right now??

At least nintendo supports backwards compatibility it has saved me a lot of money.

[randomass171]

@kewlkat

Nintendo is confused for... giving Smash fans exactly what they wanted? Okay.

[lizard81288]

Too bad it isn't for sale. They are just showing off the controllers the tourney players will be using.

[fatneal]

fail

[lizard81288]

"Nintendo has provided a first look at some sort of GameCube controller adapter for Wii U in its “Super Smash Bros. Invitational @ E3 2014″ video."

Mind telling me how I failed?...considering it says so...

[Errefus]

Looks neat, i just hope the adpter has a longer cable, and if they sale the cube controllers again they need to have a long cable!!!

[filchron]

sooooo no new control innovations? not even gonna try to use that over-touted touch screen at all? ill tell ya what ninty, give us a more powerful console to play it on and we'll call it even. ;)

[GhostTurtle]

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[TXIDarkAvenger]

Glad to hear. The controller that was announced a little while ago was planned to be like the GC controller but it would be wireless which would be a problem for tournaments.

[kirbyu]

The cord on the adaptor had better be super long, or it's gonna be really awkward using it unless you're sitting near the tv.

[Sheed]

This adapter just killed all purpose for the Pro Controller. i think Nintendo really shot themselves in the foot with this one.
I would have given the pro controller a chance for the sake of smash bros, but now? Not a chance.

[ELpork]

Shame you can't... like... play gamecube games on it...

[DivineAssault]

i dont want to be tethered to the console so i wont buy this but its cool for ppl who want to use the gamecube controller.. The pro is just fine for me