Author Topic: Can you plug Retro-Replica Controllers into Wiimote? (Read 9390 times)

Kairon · « **on:** June 13, 2006, 10:09:38 AM »

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It'd be awesome if this was an awesome for ultra-hardcore elitist gamers. Of course, it would be optional, because the Wii Classic already exists for the most of us out here.

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Ceric · « **Reply #1 on:** June 13, 2006, 10:16:35 AM »

But to get the most out of the VC you would need those.

(As a set, with the case.)

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Ian Sane · « **Reply #2 on:** June 13, 2006, 10:24:47 AM »

I really don't like how the wired controllers plug into the remote. Are we supposed to play with that thing dangling? If they have to do it that way, fine, but make the cord long like a normal controller.

vudu · « **Reply #3 on:** June 13, 2006, 10:32:53 AM »

Where's the Wavebird?

Ceric · « **Reply #4 on:** June 13, 2006, 10:36:22 AM »

lol. That would be hilarious. Have a cord dangling from the Wiimote with a wireless receiver.

Hostile Creation · « **Reply #5 on:** June 13, 2006, 11:01:25 AM »

It would be so much more logical just to put a Gamecube port instead of a remote port.

Epitaph · « **Reply #6 on:** June 13, 2006, 12:24:44 PM »

Im failry sure 3rd parties are already working on adapters to allow you to use classic controllers with the wii controllers, theres more then likely also going to be cord extensions.

wandering · « **Reply #7 on:** June 13, 2006, 12:44:04 PM »

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It would be so much more logical just to put a Gamecube port instead of a remote port.

Even if it more awkward, I'd prefer the solution they're using now over being tethered to the console.

Dirk Temporo · « **Reply #8 on:** June 13, 2006, 12:58:06 PM »

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Where's the Wavebird?

Plugged into the Wii. =|

King of Twitch · « **Reply #9 on:** June 13, 2006, 02:45:10 PM »

I think Go Nintendo was right "Was this a suitcase put together just to demonstrate the backwards compatibility, thus making it purely for show?" They're not going to line the store shelves with boxes of decades-old controllers alongside the nunchuck attachments. I'd rather buy a pack of small adapters. That and the classic controller would be more than enough options for everyone.

wandering · « **Reply #10 on:** June 13, 2006, 02:52:40 PM »

They better be available! I hate playing classic games on substitute controllers (The originaly LoZ played horribly on the cube controller, imo). I jumped for joy when I saw these.

The cord connecting the wiimote to one seems to suggest that they aren't just for show, so I'll be very dissapointed if it turns out they were.

UncleBob · « **Reply #11 on:** June 13, 2006, 02:57:46 PM »

This makes me sad.

Because I'd have to buy five sets of these to play all the games correctly.

stevey · « **Reply #12 on:** June 13, 2006, 02:59:47 PM »

Awesome!!! I can't wait to plug in my old controllers stained with the blood of the beaten on the wii

Ian Sane · « **Reply #13 on:** June 13, 2006, 03:01:33 PM »

I think in this case it would make sense to limit "authentic" classic controllers to the Nintendo online store while making the generic classic controller available in stores. For most people the generic one will suffice. Hardcores will be the main market for something like these. So in this case I think it would make the most sense to limit them to online.

wandering · « **Reply #14 on:** June 13, 2006, 03:06:37 PM »

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Awesome!!! I can't wait to plug in my old controllers stained with the blood of the beaten on the wii

I doubt Nintendo will let you plug in your actual old controllers.

But if they did, that would be the awesomest thing ever.

Then, if they'd just let us get free downloads for all the games we already own....

UncleBob · « **Reply #15 on:** June 13, 2006, 03:10:41 PM »

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Originally posted by: Ian Sane
I think in this case it would make sense to limit "authentic" classic controllers to the Nintendo online store while making the generic classic controller available in stores. For most people the generic one will suffice. Hardcores will be the main market for something like these. So in this case I think it would make the most sense to limit them to online.

That's kinda what I figured they might do if this is actually true. Maybe, just maybe Video Game-only stores (Game Crazy, EBGames, etc..) could carry 'em, if there's enough interest in 'em.

Ceric · « **Reply #16 on:** June 13, 2006, 04:04:13 PM »

Nuby. I'll bet they'll do it. They have stated that there going to bring things to the Wii and even did a little thing talking about how Nintendo has a high quality standard for peripheral makers. Be like the X controller or the chainsaw.

Athrun Zala · « **Reply #17 on:** June 13, 2006, 04:17:28 PM »

seems pretty cool, although I'd prefer just the N64 one with a better stick ^^

UncleBob · « **Reply #18 on:** June 13, 2006, 04:46:37 PM »

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Nuby. I'll bet they'll do it. They have stated that there going to bring things to the Wii and even did a little thing talking about how Nintendo has a high quality standard for peripheral makers. Be like the X controller or the chainsaw.

Or Hori, maker of that damn cool GameCube Digital Controller.

Nick DiMola · « **Reply #19 on:** June 14, 2006, 02:59:48 AM »

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seems pretty cool, although I'd prefer just the N64 one with a better stick ^^

LOL. I was thinking the exact same thing. The N64 controller with a Gamecube stick would be amazing.

But in general I would like to plug the classic controllers into the Wii. I have every system predating the Wii and a bunch of controllers for each so using those controllers without having to buy extras would be great. But if I have to buy a replica from every system to enjoy classic games in their true form I will.

mantidor · « **Reply #20 on:** June 14, 2006, 06:24:05 AM »

As someone who doesnt like the generic shell and would prefer an N64 pad, I also think that the N64 stick isnt good and the new sticks are better.

With just slight modifications, like the stick and bigger c buttons and other details that scape me at the moment, the N64 controller could be perfect for any traditional game.

couchmonkey · « **Reply #21 on:** June 14, 2006, 09:43:40 AM »

I actually preferred the N64 stick, except for the fact that it wore out. It seemed to offer better resistance than the GameCube stick. Doesn't really matter to me, though, I will gladly make do (due???) with GameCube/Wii classic controllers.

UncleBob · « **Reply #22 on:** June 15, 2006, 03:35:48 AM »

Something just smacked me upside the head! The Wii only supports four controllers!

Guess I'll only need 4 of these instead of five... The Virtual Console concept has limits! It fails!

Spak-Spang · « **Reply #23 on:** June 15, 2006, 05:37:13 AM »

I think limited edition retro controllers would be cool. Perhaps something not found in the stores but only in Nintendo's online store.

I would buy a couple of SNES controllers, and a couple of Nintendo 64 controllers easy IF the price is right.

The Nintendo 64 controllers are easily the most important controller that ends to be replicated because it is so different from every other controller made.

If prices weren't right I would probably stick with getting 4 of the Wii classic controllers, and a few Nintendo 64 controllers if I download a game that needs it.

Ceric · « **Reply #24 on:** June 15, 2006, 06:26:14 AM »

UncleBob which console was able to do 5?

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