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ASIN

B000IN0BSU

Release date

November 19, 2006

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1,010 ratings

4.5 out of 5 stars

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#17,606 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
#108 in Wii Gamepads & Standard Controllers

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Product Dimensions

9.25 x 7.25 x 2 inches; 7.04 Ounces

Binding

Video Game

Language

English

Item model number

2110266

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

Yes

Item Weight

7 ounces

Manufacturer

Nintendo

Batteries

1 Lithium Ion batteries required.

Date First Available

July 7, 2004

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Product Description

"Wii Classic Controller. Over the years, Nintendo has innovated with controllers and control schemes that have 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 titles that span the Virtual Console library."

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not compatible with many gamesw but sure is good controller elswise

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 7, 2022

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not sure why some controllers we're made to only work on few games like this and the wii pro controller is even worst maybe than this one for game compatibility..this one is good for wiiu actually and the pro i think is good for the wii games that are also compatible maybe with gamecube controller, which is redundantly less useful but i guess thats good and works too..i had hoped either of them would be for ones gamecube or one of these wasn't compatible with but alas..not maybe so but still ok for a few games like ocean explorer or mario kart etec

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Scott N

Good accessory for Virtual Console and new games

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 27, 2009

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First of all, if you buy this product and plan on spending an appreciable amount of time playing on it, get one of these for each Classic Controller: Wii Classic Controller Grip . It fixes the ergonomic issues. With those attached, I have played 3-4 hours at a time with no discomfort. That said:

When my wife and I got our Wii, we got two Classic Controllers (CCs) so we could more easily play Virtual Console (VC) games. That was almost a year ago, and we just got our first VC game. That might make it seem like a waste, but one thing made it worth it: Mario Kart Wii. I played hours and hours and hours of Mario Kart 64, and the CC is far and above my favorite way to play Mario Kart Wii. You will give up tricks during jumps and wheelies, but I don't really use those anyway.

We finally did get our first VC game (Super Mario Brothers), and the CCs work great. I can't comment on GameCube games since I've never owned one and haven't gotten a VC GameCube game, but the joystick and overall feel of the CC is a lot better than the one on any N64 gamepad I used (better material on top, better resistance, don't have to tilt left wrist to use trigger button, etc.).

To those complaining that this isn't truly "wireless" since you have to connect it to a WiiMote: because it is that way, you also don't have to worry about extra batteries for this controller and unless you're standing up and whipping the thing everywhere, I don't see how that negatively impacts the experience: when I use the CC, the Wiimote sits next to me on the couch or end table and I forget it's even there.

I don't think everyone appreciates the challenge inherent in this product: the design team was tasked with building something that would play everything from NES up to the Wii. This wasn't meant to be an N64 controller, an NES controller, or a GameCube controller (hear that, rest of reviewers?). It's something that tries to be an acceptable replacement for all of those original controllers. Everyone forgets that Nintendo very well could have released new versions of all of those controllers and charged $25 apiece for them. I would rather have something that works well for all those consoles than rebuy several controllers to make use of all the kinds of VC games.

The only major complaint I have is the anemic support for the CC in new, first-party Nintendo titles. We got ours with the assumption that things would be like Mario Kart Wii: you can use the CCs, but you'll give up some niceties. Instead, most titles won't support it even though it seems the control scheme could translate to a CC. Super Mario Galaxy is a perfect example: you would give up the ability to grab star bits from far away, but you could adapt the core game movements to the CC. We were disappointed to find this is not supported.

Overall, I am very happy with the purchase: if nothing else, we have the intended controller for VC games and I found a fantastic control scheme for Mario Kart Wii that I much prefer to all others I've tried. It's not every expensive, either. Is is my favorite controller ever? No, but it does its job well.

Pros:
- Good control scheme for most Virtual Console games
- Build quality is good and analog stick tops have nice anti-slip material
- When a new Wii game supports it, makes for a nice alternative
- No need for extra batteries since it plugs into a WiiMote

Cons
- Apparently not for GameCube games
- Need a third-party attachment for good ergonomics
- Because it's not made for a specific console, some games' control schemes might not translate well
- Wish more new first-party Nintendo titles would make use of it

Neutral
- Not truly wireless, but the cord is long enough to keep WiiMote from interfering in normal play

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Drew Page

Refurbished, and Works Perfectly!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 30, 2022

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She handles like a dream. I’ve heard others complain the sticks are too close together, but I’ve personally never had a problem with it. Small, and perfect for SNES games! N64 feels a bit strange, but it works just fine as well.

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Josef Konecny

The Controller's A Gamble

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 3, 2015

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In 2015, this controller has become an increasing rarity. Many Wii users probably skipped over this one when it was released, and perhaps later ended up getting the Pro version or none at all. As such, this little controller is typically priced higher than you'd think it's worth. I got it because I've always been interested in the concept of it since I first saw it and because I've been looking for an officially licensed controller to use for gaming emulators on the PC (I like the idea of using something out of the the "norm" to make it feel special/unique.)

*Now, I got mine used for about $20.00. And I do not think the controller is worth anything more from a usage standpoint (collector's standpoint maybe, but that depends more on you and your limits).

I'll be assessing this less from a "use with a Wii" standpoint and more from a "use for emulators" standpoint since I spent more time doing such.

Pros:
-Like the idea of a tiny (larger than SNES but still comparatively small) controller? It's really good at being that
-The top shoulder button design is really cool and I wish more companies would try it out. Essentially. L and R are analog and the Zs are placed further in, instead of beneath, on the controller. I think it's a welcoming difference from the more common design used by PlayStation and XBOX brands.
-The face buttons (A,B,X,Y) feel really good and weren't mushy feeling
-The back is really smooth, but if you were worried that it would feel weird to hold, you're in luck because it feels great.
-The Z buttons have this really distinct clicky feel that I think is great
-The + and - buttons give a really solid response feeling

Cons:
-Home button sucks. Like really, really sucks. It naturally sits too deep in the controller (just like the Wiimote if I recall correctly), so when you use it you're never sure if your pushing too far or something of the like
-Sticks don't click in which means you have 2 less buttons to use for emulation purposes (this may not be an issue in some situations but regardless)
-My D-pad seemed mushy, but then again I got it used and it's the only one I've used so fair warning
-In some, but also uncommon, situations, the analog sticks when used will cause your thumbs to collide. Doesn't happen often, but can if you're not constantly conscious of how your thumbs are placed on the sticks
-Around the sticks at the base is a octagon-like border which isn't an attractive feature to have to work with. In many games, it feels weird to hit one of the vertices and then have to continue moving the stick along and hit others
-Some won't like how the cord comes out the bottom. I didn't mind it, but in some setups it might pose as an issue. Be conscious of that
-The X and Y buttons are alternated in positioning compared to a DS' and can be odd when used if you're used to their configuration on a DS

In conclusion, I really don't think its as bad as some will proclaim, but I can totally see how in some gaming situations it just not making the cut. If you want to simply use it, and don't care about collection value, then you may want to look elsewhere if not satisfied with the Pros listed above. It definitely has a learning curve, but I think that even after you've gotten past it, it still won't be a massively satisfying choice of controller. I can't tell you, sadly, how it ranks up in comparison to a Classic Pro, but I'd assume the Classic Pro is more versatile.

The controller's a gamble, at $20.00 or less, I might recommend it.

If you're still interested, I recommend first going to any nearby game stores and seeing if they have one. That way, you can test out the feel of the controller first and make sure it meets your standards.

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Chaim kreitman

Nice

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 18, 2022

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Works but I like the new model better for the Wii brand but it works

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Blondesim

Not Nintendo's usual quality design

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 30, 2015

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I got this instead of the Classic Controller Pro because I thought, well.. it's got the same buttons, it will be fine..
Well, it is fine for lots of games- Snes games on the Virtual console for example, you have the exact same layout as a SNES controller, Mario Kart 8 on Wii U plays well etc.
If you want to play anything that uses the ZL or ZR buttons, avoid this controller as it seems like they were added as an afterthought. Really awkward to use efficiently. It feels like no one ever tested what it would feel like to actually use them.
Its ok for N64 games on virtual console, a little different but ok. I'd recommend the GameCube controller if you're playing on Wii, or the Hori GameCube controller (The Mario/Luigi/Pikachu themed ones that plug into the Wii Remote) for either Wii or WiiU, or the Classic Controller Pro which is like this but more comfortable and improved the ZL ZR locations. GameCube controller isn't ideal for SNES games though, as your thumb rests on the wrong button it is unnatural for games like Super Mario Kart.
I have always thought Nintendo's design with controllers has been unusual but once you get your hands on the controller it makes sense- the N64 controller was ideal for Mario 64 and GoldenEye, GameCube controller was really comfortable. Unfortunately not the case with this!

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Jay Richards

Got for wii, to play virtual console games and have extra controller

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 31, 2013

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I brought this for my Wii as you need a classic controller to play the virtual console games or use an official old gamecube controller (cant use the Wii remotes to play them)

This plugs into and is powered by the Wii remote controller (it doesnt plug into the Wii itself) It works fine but you cant use it if your Wii remotes need charging, thats the only dislike.
I have used it to play old street fighter 2 turbo, super metroid, super mario world, mario 64, Zelda a link to the past just for examples of virtual console games on the Wii :)

It is also an alternative controller to play your Wii games for example Super Smas Bros Brawl :) and other compatible games

This controller is also compatible with the new Wiiu as it has the ability to play Wii games and still play the Wii Virtual console games

Hope my review helped

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LeeH83

Great SNES like remote for Wii, however not alot of Retail game support (check Official Nintendo site)

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 19, 2014

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Great little controller, similar to SNES' only with analogue sticks.

Comfortable, works well however still all these years after Wii's release there's very few Retail games that actually support it as a second playing method which is annoying (check Nintendo's official site for which games are compatiable) - especially considering this was for my 4yo nephew who cannot use Wii-mote and nunchuck.

However, for those it does work on it works great.

Matthew

Good controller

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 26, 2021

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Even if you have the first iteration of the Wii (RVL-001), finding decently priced official Nintendo GameCube controllers is rare. These things are awesome. No dead zones for precision movement and they work flawlessly with Wii home brew.

Rebecca

Excellant

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 31, 2013

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No problems with it at all..I didnt know that you actually have to connect this to the other wii controller... which is abit odd.. So u have to lay the other controller next to you as the wire isn't long either. This obviously isnt this company's fault, its Nintendo who created it. Was delivered very quickly. Overall very pleased with the item.

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