Wii Remote Controller

by Nintendo

Product Features

• Built-in Wii MotionPlus
• 3-axis motion-sensing
• Detects Twist Of The Wrist Or Turn Of The Body More Accurately
• For Wii MotionPlus Games

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0045FGET2
• Item Weight: 9.1 ounces
• Media: Accessory
• Release Date: November 7, 2010
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (244 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #194 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #4 in Video Games > Wii > Hardware > Controllers > Remotes

Product Description

Color: White | Edition: Newest model

Amazon.com Product Description

The new standard Wii controller.
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Introducing the New Standard Wii Controller

The Wii Remote Plus Controller is the new standard controller for the Wii gaming system, shipping with new Wii systems as well as available for individual purchase. Like the original Wii Remote before it, this new controller utilizes a triple axis accelerometer along with a built-in optical sensor that works in conjunction with the Wii sensor bar. Together this enables the recognition of player movement as well as gives the controller the ability to act as a pointing device used in-game. Yet what really sets the Wii Remote Plus controller apart is its incorporation of additional gyroscope technology.

Wii Remote Plus gyroscope technology provides on-the-fly rotational motion recognition, once available only to Wii players who purchased the additional Wii MotionPlus accessory for the Wii Remote. The Wii Remote Plus controller contains all these motion-capturing capabilities within the body of a single controller. To top it off the Wii Remote Plus controller maintains the same compatibility to games as the Wii Remote, so you can play most of your old favorites with it. It is also the same size as the Wii remote. Taken together this means no more extra accessories to buy in order to experience the full effect of past or future games designed to take advantage of advanced Wii MotionPlus technology; no more compatibility issues with existing Wii Remote peripherals and skins. Just sync up your Wii Remote Plus controller and have at it.

Key Features

• Moving forward the Wii Remote Plus is the standard Wii controller, shipping with all consoles
• Incorporates the functionality of the original Wii Remote and that of the Wii MotionPlus accessory in a single controller
• Comes in a variety of attractive colors, many of which match existing Wii console color schemes
• Maintains the same compatibility and backwards compatibility as the original Wii Remote, meaning that you can use it to play these games even if the game contains no advanced motion-control features
• The Wii Remote Plus controller is the same size as the Wii Remote, ensuring compatibility with all existing Wii Remote peripherals and skins

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Product Description

Simple. Intuitive. Easy to use. The Wii Remote Plus is a unique controller for the Wii video game system. Now with the increased sensitivity of Wii MotionPlus built-in. The button pressing of typical controllers is replaced by the natural, fluid motion of your hand. The Wii Remote Plus senses your every action and makes you feel less like a player and more like you’re part of the game. With Wii, anyone can play. Some games may require additional accessories (sold separately). See game instruction manuals. Wii MotionPlus accessory not required.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

244 of 248 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What should've been the Wii remote in the first place comes better late than never., November 22, 2010

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romevi (Chicago) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Wii Remote Plus - White (Accessory)

When I first tried the Wii, I was like everyone else: I expected it to have 1:1 movement sensitivity. Trying Zelda, I was baffled at why Link wasn't corresponding to my arm placement. After being schooled in the gyration of the remote, I just learned you have to swing it and the game assumes what you're doing.

Fast forward to 2009, and we have the MotionPlus accessory. As already mentioned in one of my previous reviews, the MotionPlus adds what the remote should've had in the first place: near one-to-one sensitivity. (After trying the PlayStation Move, I've found that that has better accuracy.) I was ecstatic about this feature, and played such MotionPlus games as Wii Sports Resort quite often. However, I found that the switching in and out of the MotionPlus and jacket became cumbersome, and soon opted for games that did not use the MotionPlus (the remote was a lot smaller and comfortable without it).

Fast forward yet again, to 2010, and I recall hearing rumors about the MotionPlus being built in in some Nintendo patents from Japan. Soon, Nintendo officially announced it, and I kept waiting for the North American release. Well, here we are, and we finally have what should've been the Wii remote to begin with.
They're exactly the same as the previous models, but with MotionPlus inside (cue the stamped reminder on the bottom front). However, I noticed that the blue lights indicating the player are somewhat brighter. Not sure if it's me, or if the lights just die out over time, but it was apparent when playing games in the dark. The blue and pink Wii remotes still come with clear silicone jackets, but that's a personal gripe.

So far, I noticed no difference in accuracy between this and the previous MotionPlus bundle. If you're hard-pressed for money and don't mind switching the MotionPlus in and out of the jacket for various games, this isn't a necessity. But if you have the choice, or need more controllers, this is a no-brainer.

Oh, and yes, this model comes with the silicone jacket and batteries.

360 of 379 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Includes rubber cover and batteries., November 9, 2010

By 

Shawn - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Wii Remote Plus - White (Accessory)

When I bought these as pre-order, I could not verify if they came with the rubber cover or batteries. I was happy to find out they come with the same nice rubber cover and batteries!

69 of 72 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better late then never., November 9, 2010

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Dustin Finstrom (MN) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Wii Remote Plus - White (Accessory)

This is the controller Nintendo should have released from the beginning, but better late then never I guess. Moving on, the remote works like a dream. I haven't had any issues what so ever playing Wii Sports Resort, not even the minor glitches you get using the Wii Motion + and it's so SO nice to not to use an additional dongle.

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