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Moonman3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

Well that solves it! :)

colonel1793617d ago

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!

-Foxtrot3617d ago

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.

darthv723617d ago

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

ICANPLAYGAMES23617d ago

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.

Ilovetheps53617d ago

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

user95970823617d ago

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.

Derpy3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

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.

BattleAxe3617d ago

Confirmed, the WiiU will now beat the PS4.

iplay1up23616d ago

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.

Panthers3616d ago

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

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hellzsupernova3617d ago

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.

colonel1793617d ago

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.

ShadowKingx3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

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

XiSasukeUchiha3617d ago

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

3-4-53617d ago

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

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-Foxtrot3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

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.

Moonman3617d ago

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

-Foxtrot3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

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

Moonman3617d ago

@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.

deafdani3617d ago

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.

EliteGameKnight3617d ago

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

-Foxtrot3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

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.

BoneBone3617d ago

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.

deadfrag3617d ago

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.

randomass1713616d ago

@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.

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iliimaster3617d ago

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

DigitalRaptor3617d ago

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.

Benjaminkno3617d ago (Edited 3617d ago )

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_Nappa3617d ago

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

EliteGameKnight3617d ago

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_Nappa3617d ago

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.

user95970823617d ago

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.

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Sakurai explains why he feels Smash Bros. and online play aren't a good fit

Masahiro Sakurai, the director of Super Smash Bros., explains why he believes online play isn't a good fit for the series.

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Vanfernal338d ago

I feel bad for Smash fans. Those guys have been trying to maintain the scene active for 20+ years and get nothing but hate from Nintendo.

RoseSapphire338d ago

Sakurai explains how he and Nintendo still don't understand how the internet works.

FTFY

Snookies12338d ago

Exactly, online play would be wonderful on Smash if Nintendo gave a crap about their online services. To be fair though, Nintendo's online offerings would be great if it were 15-20 years ago lol.

jambola338d ago

I've always said that Nintendo is either innovative and ahead of the curve
or 20 years behind, no in between

CrimsonWing69338d ago

I’m sorry, but if a game is MP then there’s no f*cking argument that can justify no online MP. What he says about competition being different from just playing with friends shows me how out of touch these people are.

It’s not until a new generation that understands things steps in to clean-house that we’ll see some evolution here.

Vanfernal338d ago

His argument is nonsensical. "You'd be limited to just playing people from your region". As opposed to being limited to playing people FROM YOUR COUCH!

CrimsonWing69338d ago

What I don’t get is how do you not have competition and experience the same issue if you have a friend that’s way better than you?

GoodGuy09338d ago

It's a big fighting game so online multiplayer is a must. Competitive smash is the only thing I see fun in these games anymore asides from the big character reveals, singleplayer is laughable and you ain't gunna have people over for couch gaming much.

If Nintendo makes a new smash, it needs a huge evolution for singleplayer/couch play to be enjoyable for me any more. But we all know they'll just do a deluxe edition for their next console lol. They really need to up their servers as well.

NotoriousWhiz338d ago (Edited 338d ago )

I can't imagine Nintendo producing a better smash game than ultimate. Roll it forward with a deluxe edition maybe with an extra character or two and call it a day.

Some other developers can try pushing platform fighters to the next level, because I don't think Nintendo is up to the task.

DarthZoolu337d ago

They already created a better smash brothers game than ultimate when they created melee

masterfox338d ago

he sounds more like is trying to justify Nintendo ineptitude to create a proper network infrastructure in order to Smash Brothers work properly online.

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Top 10 best-selling Wii U games of all time in the US

Wii U recently celebrated its tenth anniversary, and in honor of the occasion, new data has revealed the top ten best-selling games of all time in the United States.

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GotGame818500d ago (Edited 500d ago )

Xenoblade Chronicles X needs a remake when Switch 2 comes out! The game was fantastic, and it looked great! Better than most Switch games.

It isn't going to happen though. Monolith soft said "it is way too big", and would be too costly. I would absolutely buy that again, especially a remake or even a remaster.

Xenoblade Chronicles X should have sold better.

Sgt_Slaughter500d ago

One of the games I'm grateful that I found in-stock at GameStop before they quickly cleared nearly all pre-PS4/One/Switch games from their stores.

Nyxus499d ago

Perhaps if the series sold a little more on Switch, it would be worth it to do a port. If only some of those Pokemon numbers went to Xenoblade...

Sirk7x499d ago (Edited 499d ago )

I don't see how it would be too costly for them, when even a 1:1 Switch port would sell far better than the Wii U version ever did. It'd sell a million copies easy. Also, it is kinda crazy how good that game still looks.

GotGame818497d ago

X looks better than the Switch Xenoblade games.

Profchaos499d ago (Edited 499d ago )

Thank you homebrew community for breathing life into the system Nintendo spent years trying to forget.

One of my favourite systems for homebrew along with the Xbox, vita and ps2

Sirk7x499d ago

Huge library of great games with a modded Wii U. Virtual console, including injections, emulation, Wii U, Wii and Gamecube games with Nintendont on vWii.

FinalFantasyFanatic499d ago

Please port Xenoblade Chronicles X, I'm shocked it hasn't happened yet since everything else pretty much got ported to the Switch.

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Ranking the Super Smash Bros. Games From Worst To Best

There are few franchises that seem to have been played by almost everyone in the world at least once. Standing with titans like Pac-Man, Mario Kart, and Call of Duty, Super Smash Bros. is a household name.

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septemberindecember969d ago

Been playing Smash Bros. since the original came out and this is one list I can whole heartedly agree on.

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Yi-Long969d ago

Kinda interested in the game (Switch), but its consistently high price combined with 2 equally expensive Season Passes means I’ll probably never get to own/play it.

Inverno969d ago

Most likely they'll release a deluxe edition for the Switch 2 cause they've shown no interest in re-releasing any of their games with dlc in "complete edition"s. But having to buy another Nintendo console wouldn't really be a good solution either.

Yi-Long969d ago

They might, but I assume just re-releasing this game on next gen will get the existing fans angry, who would prefer a completely new Smash game (like they’re upset about there not being a new Mario Kart this gen).

Seeing how very few Switch games I actually bought, because of those high prices by Nintendo, I also doubt I’d invest in a new console from Nintendo.

FinalFantasyFanatic969d ago

@Yi-Long,

I would kill for a new Mario Kart, 8 isn't bad by any stretch, but it doesn't make the best of the Switch's capabilities, although I pretty excited for that new Mario Party. I do own quite a few Switch games, but I'd own more if the games weren't so expensive, it they're not Nintendo exclusive I end up buying elsewhere.

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