Reddit reviews YTTL® Replacement LCD Screen and Digitizer Set For Wii U GamePad

This is the exact screen replacement I used and can confirm through these photos and experience that it works: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WFUQZMK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Edit: Here's the guide I used for disassembly: https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Wii+U+GamePad+LCD+Display+Replacement/57152

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It's like $28 with prime shipping. Can't go wrong.

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I bought my WiiU when it first came out and was hard to find. Last year, my toddler got angry, threw the gamepad and cracked the screen. The replacement was around $30 at the time and it looks SO much better than the original screen. It's so crisp and vibrant compared to the original and I swear it may even be more power efficient over the 6+ year screen tech originally in the gamepad.

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Pictures: https://imgur.com/a/7iMsDnM

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So, here are my two tips:

1. Try to keep the black boarder intact. It's on by an adhesive, easy to crack and the replacement doesn't come with one. It's fine without it, but you will see the boarder to the screen without Nintendo's screen boarder. As you can see in my 3rd picture, the left side is already cracked but it's still worth it to try to transfer it. I believe it's also meant to keep dust out and without it, the screen shifts ever so slightly when touching. If you look at the last picture in the link I sent, you can see how the screen looks without the boarder (you can see the white edges of the screen).
   
2. Be careful when taking apart the controller. You have to access the screen from the back which means you have to take apart the entire controller to eventually access the screen. There isn't a work around or easier way, so don't try. Just go slow and be very mindful of the tiny ribbon cables, or it could end badly for you. Ultimately, it's not hard to do, it just takes time because you should move slowly. Also, the Screen replacement should come with the screwdriver you need.

I used this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OW19R1G/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Also, I've used this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WFUQZMK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here this is what I bought as a replacement and it works great. Just follow the iFixit article and you should be able to replace it pretty quickly. Just make sure to watch for the small ribbons.

Yea I figured it was either it worked after cleaning it up or Id have to replace it. I just couldnt understand how the hell there was so much liquid without it frying everything. Problem is, I dont know if I messed up anything else during teardown so buying a new LCD is questionable to me lol. I have confidence in my skill but otherwise anything could happen and I dont want to spend money for no reason. Really wish the gamepads werent so damn expensive.

Edit: I was considering this kit. Good reviews and apparently good customer service and Amazon. Could even Prime it to get to testing faster lol. https://www.amazon.com/YTTL%C2%AE-Replacement-Screen-Digitizer-GamePad-U/dp/B00WFUQZMK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1537826096&sr=8-2&keywords=wii+u+screen+replacement&dpID=41iaC%252B4qCVL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Edit 2: The console was a refurb from Gamestop that someone owned and then sold to me. I got my money back but also offered to try and fix it. They were okay with that but after letting them know the issue they arent sure if they want it back. They say I can take it for $25 if I want since the console itself is fine but again a good screen kit is like $25-$30.

How will I know for sure if I need the LCD screen as well? I came across them on Amazon as a bundle.

https://smile.amazon.com/YTTL®-Replacement-Screen-Digitizer-GamePad-U/dp/B00WFUQZMK/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_7?crid=33XE794G0MEJL&keywords=wii+u+gamepad+screen+replacement&qid=1557160516&s=gateway&sprefix=wii+u+g%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-7-fkmrnull