(Part 2) Best wii controllers according to redditors

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Any USB mic that doesn't require a driver on Windows will work with the Xbox One. I highly recommend the Wii U Microphone. It's what I use. I'm not #1 all over the vox leaderboards, but I have a lot of top 10 scores, so it obviously doesn't suck.

Here Nintendo Wii Remote Plus - White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094X227I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2rBDAbGCQG41Z

This is an update to a robot I posted previously. Since that post I integrated the motor encoders for use in the control loop, changed from the Arduino motor shield to Pololu's motor shield (it's MUCH better, at least in my application), and added a wireless Wii Nunchuck to control it.

I'm playing Skyward Sword on a launch Wii, so the one you bought 2 years ago will be fine. The black ones are newer models, but the difference is pretty much just the color. The only thing you'll need to do is make sure he either has a wii motion plus adapter or a Wiimote Plus. Skyward Sword requires the use of this controller because it utilizes more advanced motion controls than the original wii remotes. The nunchuck hasn't changed.

If you bought Wii Sports Resort, it should've come with a motion plus adapter, so he might already have one, in which case, you just need the game. That might even be what you're referring to when you say "motion adapter." I'm not really sure what that is from the context of your post, or the "hard mat thing," either, for that matter (balance board, maybe?).

Clean link.

Generally with the knockoffs you get what you pay for. They tend to break quickly. It's not worth it.

If you're going to go with a third party controller, then something like the hyperkin procube is probably the best option. Although the pdp afterglow should be decent too.

We have the Wii U microphone, and like it. I've seen many recommendations for it here on reddit.

Possibly the Gametime Buddies guitar?


Apparently it's actually a decent controller. Might want to cut slits in the rubber pads under the fret buttons to make the buttons feel a little nicer, but I suppose that's down to personal preference.


Acai bought one and he said he'll likely use it until it breaks.

No, you can get it (something with beating stuff using tilt controls), but that "Golden Wheel" ad uses a Wii Wheel for reference. If you look at it closely, it's got the circle where the Wii logo would be in the middle, and it's got the hole for the B button. Compare this to this

It sounds like the Wii Motion Plus isn't working right in your controller. There's an old accessory that adds it to a controller - but honestly your safest bet is to get an official Nintendo controller. You can get them refurbished from Nintendo's own store on the cheap.

Wii Sports Club is $40 for all 5 sports - two of them (Baseball and Boxing?) come bundled together. There's also a retail version, which should also MSRP for $40, but may be cheaper used. You could always try picking up the older Wii titles, Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort, for less money. If you're looking specifically for moving-around games, WarioWare: Smooth Moves (also for Wii) or any of the Just Dance titles may be worth looking into.

EDIT: OH DUH, also Wii Fit/Wii Fit U. But those'll be extra pricey what with the balance board.

Lots of wireless controllers work on the Steam Link, even some third party controllers. The Steam Link supports all kinds of Bluetooth controllers and even controllers with USB dongles. The Xbox 360 wired controller works right out of the box. The wireless controllers work too, but you need the USB wireless receiver. The same is true with Xbox One controllers. The Bluetooth XB1 controllers work right out of the box. I tested my Afterglow AP.2 PS3 controller (USB dongle, has rechargeable battery built in) on it and it works brilliantly once you map the buttons.

I couldn't get my PowerA Mini Pro Elite Wii U controller to work, but that thing refuses to sync to ANYTHING except the Wii U. I could never figure out why.

All WiiU games and any Virtual Console games that are in the WiiU's eShop can be default be played 100% with the gamepad. If you want to play old Wii games you will most likely (99% of games) need a Wiimote and nunchuck. Based on personal preferences you can then opt for a Pro Controller to use with certain games if you want. For example, I played Hyrule Warriors exclusively with the Pro Controller even though I didn't have to, just 'cause.

The game pad turns off when you switch to Wii mode.

You will need the Wii Remote Plus and Nunchuck to play the classic Wii games but, the classic Wii remote will work as well if you already own that. In addition, I'd also recommend grabbing a classic controller if you plan on playing Wii games like Super Smash Bros Brawl as the Wii U Pro Controller will not work.

There is an official forum list here of compatible external hard drives, but I haven't put much of a dent in mine yet so, you may want to hold off.

Typical file sizes for older SNES games seem to be in the 20-30 MB range.

Nintendo absolutely has not always put the A to the far right.

The N64 controller looked like this (with the A button where it is on the Xbox, surprisingly!), the Gamecube looked like this while the Xbox was out, and the Wii looked like this while the Xbox 360 hit it big.

Xbox has kept the same controller layout across three generations, right up to the modern one. Nintendo went back to a layout they haven't had on home consoles since the SNES. Who's gonna have the muscle memory for a system from four generations and over 20 years ago?

Here's a great wheel for your budget - 4.5 stars on Amazon and you'll even have some $$ left over. https://amzn.com/B0013B30SY

This is not a very good deal. The wii remote it comes with is used, and after you subtract the cost of the fightpad and the ammibo they are charging you $32 for it.

You can get a new wii plus remote for $28 on Amazon

There's the attachment from Link's Crossbow Training.

Is this controller worse than the normal gamecube controller? I've been using one with a similar build for years on my gamecube and never noticed any problems and I'm planning on getting a new one for Smash Ultimate. Is there any input lag or something like that?

Controller in question:

https://www.amazon.com/PDP-Wired-Fight-Pad-nintendo-u/dp/B00PFWXKPK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536495175&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=samus+controller&dpPl=1&dpID=41dFJRSmFgL&ref=plSrch

Yikes that's a long link

First and foremost, I would like to thank you for being as detailed as possible, it helps me answer your question. Also, this controller infographic might come in handy. I personally would sell the Wii and remotes, and just buy Wiimotes with Motion Plus already built in. This list shows the games that need Wiimotion plus, and as you can see there isn't many of them, yet you are right, to play Skyward Sword you need one. Since you already have a Wii built into your Wii U and know you need the Motionplus, you could always buy one of the custom new ones, such as the Mario or Luigi ones. A lot of people have bought Wiimotes with motion plus built in refurbished from Nintendo and have had good luck with that. Keep any nunchucks you have. Also, the pro controller is definitely worth it. It is light, insane battery life and your guests will appreciate playing on that over a Wiimote. Hope I answered your questions and feel free to ask more!

If you're using a pro-controller/ wired fight pad etc you won't be able to use it in locals/ tournaments because they are usually banned [due to accidental reconnects] as these connect into the wii's controller.

If you're using a gamecube controller [i highly recommend], you need an adaptor. I also suggest you get official game cube controllers, as off-brand/ knock-off ones wear out very quickly.

If you're going to be playing only w/ friends or randoms, you'll require and ethernet-usb adaptor [+ some cat5 cable]. You don't need a nintendo branded one, just get one that supports wii u [not all do]. having a fast wifi hub right next to your wii u is unplayable. you need wired connection.


edit: a review if interested.

Played a bunch of Mother 3 (regularly getting 16 hit combos), Wind Waker, and Smash. No noticeable lag, the original set of rechargeable batteries I put in there are still cooking, and the controller generally feels good after a bit of breaking in. 20ish bones in the US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075B41KWN/

There are some negative reviews, so YMMV - looks like QC may not always be good. Thoroughly test when you get it and make risky hardware purchases from places that let you do free / easy returns.

http://frank-zhao.com/cache/nunchuk_mouse_joystick.php + http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Wireless-Kama-Wii-Nintendo/dp/B0012R58LG should do the trick, I have the code for the USnooBie platform, I can do it with the Teensy too but I don't have the code

1. All the most hyped games accept 4 players including NSMBU, Smash Bros 4, Mario Kart 8, Super Mario 3D World and all those party games. All very kid and parent friendly, some a little bit more difficult than other.
   
   
2. The base console only comes with a gamepad, controllers are a big price changer (for me at least). I suggest buying the Wii Remote Plus controllers as most of the games use them. Alternatively there is the Pro Controller, it's very praised, with a huge battery life and basically it's a gamepad without the screen.
   
   
3. It's not as unpopular as expected, it depends mostly on the country, there's a huge fan base and at least I see a great future for it. You can check some of the Black Friday deals on this sub. Also Nintendo is getting it extremely right with it's exclusives, MK8 and Smash are awesome and for some "mature" games Bayonneta 2 have been very acclaimed. Next generation console is pretty far as they have just begin to launch all the main games for it.
   
   edit: Oh and for the ps4 and xbone games that aren't available for the Wii U, Ubisoft is avoiding it and said that Watch Dogs may be the last one, you can only have a cinematic experience in Assassins Creed Unity with other consoles. We also won't have Call of Duty any more.No minecraft and something that I actually miss is the last FIFA we had is 13. So a bunch of games are available for ps4 and xbone but not for the Wii U, I would go even further and say most of these consoles games aren't on the Wii U. But hey almost all of the best games of the Wii U are exclusives too.

If you want an emulation machine, go with Retroarch if you want a wide selection, but go with VC Injects if you want to launch games from the Wii U menu

If you want an extra controller, Nintendo isn't manufacturing them anymore so your only option is 3rd party. I would recommend this one. I've had it for a few years, and it still doesn't have drift, unlike my Gamepad.

Lets see here:

• esc $36
  
• arduino $20
  
• battery $55
  
• timing belt/pulleys $40
  
• wireless wii nunchuk $10
  
• printed circuit board for nunchuk receiver shield $10
  
• seismic speed vent wheels $50
  
• caliber trucks $45
  
• [Motor] (https://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__19610__NTM_Prop_Drive_Series_42_58_500kv_1300w.html) $35
  
  I think those are all the components not including miscellaneous electronics, and 3d printed parts

Replacement pedal deals

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00263ABOE/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used


Microphone that works for both PS4 and Xbox One
http://www.amazon.com/Wii-U-Microphone-Nintendo/dp/B009AFLXZM/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1453650810&sr=1-1&keywords=microphone+wii+u

Now, the question is if you are Xbox or PS family. Xbox One game + adapter hard to get under $80, PS4 you can find for $40.

So if you're PS4 it's $65+shipping. Most of the concerns that people have right now is exports and legacy dlc entitlements. RB3 Export works just fine(another $15 though). RB1 is rolling out and the other soon follows(except Beatles).

I would wait until all exports are out if the main set list is your concern and you're not willing to dump another $40 for DLC out of the gates. I'll also wait to see if any sweet band bundle deals comes out. The RB4 guitar is easily the best guitar made imo.

Although I play it daily, practicing those drums at least 30 minutes each day.

http://www.amazon.com/Official-Wii-Zapper-Crossbow-Training-Nintendo/dp/B000W5Y49G/

This is worth looking into. I don't think it has analog triggers (meaning you would have to use the left shoulder button for a half press for spraying in Mario Sunshine for instance), but it should have sticks you can click in since it is just a Wii U Pro controller with a different button layout.

https://www.amazon.com/Hyperkin-ProCube-Wireless-Controller-nintendo-u/dp/B01BY7Z9OO

Tu parles de ça ? Effectivement, si Amazon met 2 semaines à le livrer, ça doit pas courir les rues.

Sinon t'as la manette pro. Je prendrais sûrement ça, si SSB est injouable au gamepad.

I don't remember getting them from one place in particular, although I would recommend the Nyko wireless kama as being both cheaper and better than a nunchuck

Here's my setup

Yes, yes, I know, I have a CRT instead of a flat screen TV. If you'd also notice, I play more old consoles than new and CRT is superior to flat screen for them (and much cheaper). Ideally I'll be upgrading to a small (~20") Sony Trinitron. The 32" ones are free and widely available but they're sooooo big and heavy.

Type|Item
:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor
CPU Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler
Motherboard | MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard
Memory | Crucial Ballistix Sport XT 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory
Storage | Sandisk SSD PLUS 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
Storage | Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
Video Card | Sapphire Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card
Case | Corsair Graphite Series 230T Grey ATX Mid Tower Case
Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply
Optical Drive | LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit)
Keyboard | Logitech G710 Wired Gaming Keyboard
Mouse | Cobra E-3lue Wired Optical Mouse
Controller | DualShock 4 Wireless Controller for PlayStation 4 - Glacier White (gifted from /u/MaximumDan) with a DS4 keyboard
Controller | Nintendo Wii Remote Plus with a cheap light gun accessory and a racing wheel
Controller | 2x GCN, DS3, 2x DS2, Ouya

Just got a Wii motion sensor bar so I can play light gun games on my PC and use the WiiMote as a remote control. Also thinking about racing games with the steering wheel attachment. Monitors are from Craigslist ($35 and $10 respectively). CRT was a gift from a friend. It's dying though (discoloration). Pre-amp and speakers were also gifts from friends. PC and consoles I bought myself.

PDP came out with a set of GCN style controllers.

Only downsides are the analog sticks aren't clickable and the triggers aren't linear. Oh and it's wired with the WiiMote port. But still it's the best closest thing I've found.

The Wii logo. You want this you DO NOT want this OR THIS

There is even a couple sold at walmart that look like official NES classic controllers, SAY they work with the classic but DO NOT. Best thing you can do, buy official or read the reviews/comments

While considering your theory, I got to thinking about the logistics of the piano setup. How exactly is the piano and controller hooked up to the PlayStation and for what purpose? Maybe the controller controls the piano? The red ring around controller did always remind me of the Wii remote wheel https://www.amazon.com/Official-Nintendo-Wii-Remote-Controller-included/dp/B0013B30SY Though I’m thinking probably not because the piano looks like something that can be manually played somehow. So maybe the controller is used for communicating the piano key presses to the PlayStation. But how do the cords for the controller, or PlayStation if it is on the piano or something, reach the TV the other side of the room? You’d think if the piano was a PlayStation accessory, everything would on the same wall together for ease of use. And speaking of ease of use, if the second slot is also used for piano and chat, is the player supposed to get up and sit on the piano bench whenever they want to say something? I feel like that would be very inconvenient and hard to see the responses on the tv from the angle. So maybe the controller can be unattached from the piano and an extension is required. Or maybe a multitap is in use with three controllers plus extensions. This room is sounding like a death trap with all these cords and controllers and accessories running all over the place. Ive probably thought about this too much however and should repeat to myself this is just a show and should really just relax.

Anyhoo I like your theory. I’ve been stumped when it comes to this part of Petscop since I’m a very non musical person I really had no starting point and this gives me something to think about =D

This price isn't terrible.

It'll get mixed up with the Wii drool. Maybe we can heat it up with some ham and make Hot Ham Water.

Replacement purchase

So if I plug this into a wii remote it will work?

https://www.amazon.com/Generic-Classic-Controller-Nintendo-White/dp/B01LA51JBM/ref=nav_signin?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1482425419&sr=1-1&keywords=wii+classic+controller&

Seems to me there's three reasons to buy Wii U Smash when you already have it on 3DS:

• You have a crew that comes over and games and Smash would get played.
  
• You want to start going to tournaments, you should be practicing on the right hardware and the most recent software updates.
  
• You are certain you'd play online and you want the bigger screen when you do.
  
  I bought it when we got the Wii U over Christmas because of the first bullet point; Fighting games aren't my jam, but if we have 5+ people over then odds are 3 or more will be up for Smash. I rarely play it by myself, but it sees as much play as anything we own because of people coming over.
  
  If you decide to get it, you'll need the right set up too. Fighting game tournaments require wired controllers, and on the Wii U that requires an adapter.
  
  If you buy a new console, look for the Smash/Splatoon Bundle:
  http://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Wii-U-Splatoon-and-Super-Smash-Bros-Console-Deluxe-Set/46332497
  
  I think it was a holiday special, but you may be able to find a local walmart, target, or something that still has it for $300. If you can't, the Mario Kart bundle is less than $300 on Amazon, and Smash is usually right at $50 new on there.
  
  In addition to the gamepad (default controller), there's two options for Smash-compatible controllers, the "Fight Pad" that plugs into the back of the WiiMote, and the "Smash Bros Gamecube Controller" that plugs into a Gamecube adapter. At tournaments, they'll make you use Gamecube controllers wired through an adapter, otherwise there's too much interference.
  
  If you have old Wii accessories, you can use wiimote/nunchuk combos from that, and if you have the gamecube adapter you can use old gamecube controllers.
  
  Lots of the Smash DLC is discounted if you buy it for the 3DS and Wii U at the same time.
  
  Don't forget, there's lots of other solid games for the Wii U that aren't on any other console - you can find lists in other places on this or the Wii U sub - that may make the math look a little better.

There are also some really cheap generic Wii Pro/Classic-style controllers, though I haven't tried them myself so no idea if they're crap or not. Found a 2-pack for only $12 on Amazon, or a single one for $6.50. My friend plans on buying that 2-pack and using a homebrew gamecube loader to play GC games on his hacked 'Family Edition' Wii (the one that normally can't play GC games), since there's supposedly a way to set up the loader so it uses the pro/classic controller as if it were a valid GC controller, but he hasn't gotten around to it yet...

EDIT: There's also a generic handle-free one for $8.61 if you'd rather. For the price, I think I'd rather just get the 2-pack, but... *shrugs*

I connect my Japanese Wii U to my home router like any other NA electronic and have no problems accessing the Japanese eShop or anything. The only time I had to set up a VPN on my laptop to play a game was for the Dragon Quest X trial that came with the system. DQX's online mode is only accessible from a Japanese IP. If you try to connect otherwise, it tells you that you must connect from within Japan. Offline can be played no problem.

For accessories, all of my Nintendo first party stuff - balance board, wiimotes, controlpad pro, etc - can be swapped between systems. I often have to resync my wiimotes when I go from playing Pikmin 3 to doing something on my NA Wii U. I think I bought the majority of them in America with only a few from Japan but I've forgotten which come from where.

Joysound is great! The selection volume is like a real Karaoke box and it is reasonably priced. You have to buy 利用券 from the eShop to be able to play and you can buy 1 day, 30 day, or 90 day sizes. The 90 day is something like only 2,000 or 3,000 yen. I don't know how often you like to Karaoke but my fiancee and I spend like twice that in one visit on one night at nearby Japanese karaoke bars. The music in the game is midi-based but it is a lot a lot of fun to play. I would say it is 80% the karaoke box experience. To sing, you can use the built in mic of the GamePad or buy microphones. I got 2 of the Nintendo Branded Wii-U microphones for like 10 bucks off Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Wii-U-Microphone-Nintendo/dp/B009AFLXZM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1375475019&sr=8-1&keywords=wii+u+microphone) and they work fine.

To be honest, I haven't had a problem with any Nintendo hardware not being compatible since the SNES. Thusfar, my Japanese Wii U is fine with my NA hardware.

For storage, I checked Nintendo of America's guide as to what kinds of hard drives are compatible with the Wii U and it worked fine for the Japanese one too.

the Wii Zapper is the default one. personally, i'd get this bundle that comes with a zelda training game cuz it looks like it could kill some hours
http://www.amazon.com/Official-Wii-Zapper-Crossbow-Training-Nintendo/dp/B000W5Y49G/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1380837804&sr=1-1&keywords=wii+zapper

Cheapest I can find is for $35 on Amazon or Target

Amazon has them in stock! (for now)
http://smile.amazon.com/PDP-Wired-Fight-Pad-nintendo-u/dp/B00PFWXKPK?sa-no-redirect=1

I'd love to see this integrated with other forms of controllers.

Imagine an archery sim where the strain you put on your bowstring directly translates into the game.

Some sort of a wii controller where pulling the controller "halves" apart translates into something like transforming from vehicle to mech, bringing up a pda menu.

I would refrain from buying 3rd party controllers. They're usually much worse in quality. If they work with a wii then they should work work with Dolphin and the Dolphinbar aswell.

But you can get original used wiimotes on amazon for like 25 bucks.

Also: Wiimotes use AA batteries not AAA. That was a mistake on my part.

Well it does

Here is the one I bought https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018IZLF66/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

1. get a bluetooth adapter if you don't already have one for your laptop or desktop and make sure its compatible to use with a wii mote
   
   
2. get a sensor bar whether it be USB plug in powered, or a wireless sensor bar, or you could even leave a wii running (waste of energy) with a sensor bar connected to it
   
   
3. Get a wii mote and nunchuck
   
   
4. get a wii motion plus add on
   http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002OL1KEI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Turns a regular wiimote into a motion plus wiimote.

I bought this one. It's first party; works great. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002OL1KEI/ref=pd_aw_sim_147_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=07M21M9YM41W9FTH77W1&dpPl=1&dpID=71g7CYZ3xQL

Ah really?

This is the PDP controller I was talking about.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PFWXKPK/

You are gonna want to get wii motes with wii motion plus (you can see the writing on the bottom, this controller contains a 2nd accelerometer making the controller more accurate for games like Skyward Sword. Also there might be new re-branded controllers that say Wii U)

Next we got the Pro-controller which is a next-gen like controller. It is similar to an x-box controller except for the buttons are configured nintendo style(SNES, 3DS, ect.) while having both analog sticks on the upper parts of the controller. I plan on grabbing 1 or 2 of these.

Then there is the gampad which you already have because it comes with the system.

You wouldn't happen to know where I could get a Wii controller from do you? Input lag on Playstation controllers is a biggy for me so that's definitely a no-go. I was originally going to buy an X360 controller but I haven't found any as of yet. I found a 3rd party version of the Wii Les Paul on Amazon but I'm not sure if its trustworthy or not.

Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Guitar-Wii-Games-Excluding-Nintendo/dp/B004XDCJ4A/ref=asc_df_B004XDCJ4A/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312384671647&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=820445264855086061&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009660&hvtargid=pla-623526010007&psc=1

Hyperkin makes one that is close:
https://www.amazon.com/Hyperkin-ProCube-Wireless-Controller-White-u/dp/B01BY7Z9OO

If you actually wanted to really do this, man, good luck. It'll be a total mess, a lot of board cuts and soldering... and in the end, if you're using it for smash, you have to plug it in at big tourneys, anyhow.

The motion plus adapters appear to be slightly cheaper in the long run, but I would just buy refurb from Nintendo.

Official adapters from Nintendo on amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Wii-Motion-Plus-Black-Packaging-Nintendo/dp/B002OL1KEI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1404279418&sr=8-6&keywords=wii+motion+plus+adapter

http://www.amazon.com/Wii-Attachment-Original-Packaging-Lifetime-Nintendo/dp/B002WZH9HS/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1404279418&sr=8-8&keywords=wii+motion+plus+adapter

The 2 remotes and nunchuks are most likely the launch models and are fine for almost all games. They will definitely work with Mario Kart 8 and Super Smash Bros for Wii U.

For Wii Sports Club and Nintendo Land though you'll want to buy either a Wii Motion Plus which will plug into your normal remote or a Wii Remote Plus which would serve as another controller.

The wii-motes will work just fine in every game that doesnt require motion plus. A game that shows this well is nintendoland, 2 of the games require motion plus, but all the others work fine without it. Motion plus is also available as an accessory so you wont have to buy completely new controllers, it usually costs about 5-10 bucks.

I use a wii guitar with the raphnet adaptor.

At this point it kinda became something to collect. I have my Wii in another room from the Wii U, so I just pair them to their respective systems and I can at least tell myself "They all have a purpose". Personally I prefer to have controllers of different colors since it's a lot easier to distinguish between "the 3rd player light" and "the green controller".

I started with 4 white regular Wiimotes from the Wii. Through out the life I got 2 motion+ adapters (With Tiger Woods and Wii Sports Resort).

For everything EXCEPT golf I prefer the smaller controller with motion+ built in. For Golf (Tiger or Wii Sports) I find the longer length preferable, so I kept 1 original remote with motion plus and started getting new colored controllers to replace the originals. I have friends and family with Wii's so 3 of my 4 originals were gifted to new homes as I got new ones.

If you buy Nintendo Refurbs it's pretty cheap. You can get 3 separate colors (White, Black, Blue) with matching nunchucks for $65 shipped.

I also got the Zelda collectors edition so that right there is 5. (White+ Black+ Blue+ Gold+ White w/adapter)

The wife wanted Pink Motion+, so now that's 6.

and my son Likes the Mario + Luigi ones, so I got him the Luigi one from the Newegg NintendoLand deal last month ($30 shipped for both) and since I owned NintendoLand I sold it (Factory sealed) on Amazon for $20. So that's my 7 which doesn't include the Black Wiimote+ I got in Wii Party U I gifted out.

Honestly I'd love to get a Red one with a matching nunchuck myself but for the price of importing them from Japan I could buy a Wii mini and give away the system. I'm hoping they show up on the Refurb store at some point.

Now the Wife LOVES the Peach one so I'll definitely be getting that at minimum and that'll be 8 (unless she wants to gift out the original pink), but can already see a potential 9 or 10 if I get a deal on the Mario / Regular red controllers.

and now they announced a Yoshi one... Arrrrrrrrrrgh. Gonna have to think about that.

Pro controller!. Thanks for the contest.

hahaa So confusing. Wow.

So would this be the right combination?
Wiimote: http://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Wii-Remote-Plus-Black/dp/B00N4OAELY/ref=pd_sim_63_22?ie=UTF8&dpID=41pDVGqtA6L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=16YNA1JFTG39VX3J6MD2

Nunchuk: http://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Nunchuk-Controller-Black-Wii-U/dp/B0094X1ZXU/ref=pd_bxgy_63_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0QJQKGMFCCBYZ7H2P21M

Controller: http://www.amazon.com/Wii-Classic-Controller-Pro-Black-Nintendo/dp/B002TLTBN0/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1464291516&sr=1-3&keywords=Classic+Controller+Pro&refinements=p_89%3ANintendo

The Wiimote and Nunchuk say WiiU on the box, but the controller says Wii. Is this right?

links to displays
https://www.amazon.com/Donkey-Kong-Display-nintendo-wii-u/dp/B01GOK2EEE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469664677&sr=8-1&keywords=amiibo+display

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Sword-Stylus-Display-nintendo-3ds/dp/B01GOK2F6Q/ref=pd_bxgy_63_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=7SFBE7T8EDKQ5X6XE7HN

https://www.amazon.com/PDP-Spinning-Fire-Bar-Display-u/dp/B01GOK2HBE/ref=pd_sim_63_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=51xzNVJUhbL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=KC830431G9C55712ZM4J

It depends on what games you want to play.
The old school Wii Remote and Nunchuck will work on many multiplayer games and are also necessary for playing any Wii games

However, if you want to play Wii U games, you can also choose the Wii U Pro Controller. (which can NOT be used when playing original Wii games. Only for Wii U titles)

I have found that owning one of these isnt necessary, I have been able to get by with 4 players on my Wii U using only the supplied gamepad and 4 old Wii motes (nintendo land, mario kart, mario bros can all work with the old wii motes).

It's also probably worth mentioning that this is a Wii subreddit, and your question relates to a Wii U.
I don't mind one bit...but you know what people can be like :)

the old Wii remotes were upgraded towards the end of the life of the original Wii, so if you plan on getting Wii remotes, make sure you get the Wii Remote Plus models, to ensure you can use them on everything (some games require the added "Plus" functionality to work)

Here ya go. PDP Spinning Fire Bar Display - Nintendo Wii U https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GOK2HBE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vnByxbV187HSP

mario kart recommends you buy the mario kart wheel = http://www.amazon.com/Official-Nintendo-Wii-Wheel/dp/B0013B30SY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1303536470&sr=1-2-catcorr

wiifit recommends you buy the balance board http://www.amazon.com/Wii-Balance-Functional-Aerobic-System-Nintendo/dp/B003KT9E64/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1303536520&sr=1-3

also if you play a decent amount, AA batteries wear out quite fast

Haven't thought to try the classic controller. I have these, you'll notice some reviews talk about the digital shoulder buttons. Kinda ridiculous for an officially licensed product. I use wired GC controllers because they actually have analog triggers.

Being in the same boat i picked up one of these:Veanic 2.4G Wireless Gamecube Controller Gamepad Gaming Joystick with Receiver for Nintendo Gamecube,Compatible with Wii (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075B41KWN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mlZ2DbXN7DP11

It works well but sometimes you have to either pull out the batteries and add them back or remove the adapter that plugs into the gc then add it back if you are inactive for 5 minutes or longer. Other than that i found the battery life, range and responsiveness to be decent. Not bad for a 3rd party controller at all.

The SNES styled one is already a thing, I played an insane amount of Mario Maker on that one

Oh :( That is a problem, you need one of these little babies!!

Right?! I spray them with cans of air and just swiffer everything randomly.
And the stand I can't find anywhere now but definitely check Ebay. I believe it was from PDP? It's an Amiibo stand. Here is an amazon link but don't buy it from here because $40 is ridiculous!

PDP Spinning Fire Bar Display - Nintendo Wii U https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GOK2HBE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Z3DYBbZHMS2P3

Afterglow Pro Controller

No that's a classic controller. It will work fine Mario Kart and Smash.
But if you want a similar one that works on games like Breath of the Wild, try Hyperkin's 'Procube' controller. It acts exactly like a Wii U Pro controller, but in that more comfortable shape: https://www.amazon.com/Hyperkin-ProCube-Wireless-Controller-White-u/dp/B01BY7Z9OO
It comes in White, Black, and Purple, clickable analog sticks, etc.

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I bought this alternative http://www.amazon.com/Mini-Pro-Elite-Wireless-Controller-nintendo/dp/B00HNWZE18/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1458845995&sr=8-2&keywords=pro+controller+mini+elite and I love it, long battery life, and best of all, buttons are in the place they have to be, i don't like how original nintendo controller have R stick placed.

$40 in my country

Yup. This and this are the ones I have. Don't have to worry about it coming out etc...do need a wiimote that's got motion plus built in, or have to mod your motion plus to let the base clip in.

Link for pro controller at decent price:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nintendo-Wii-Pro-Controller-Black/dp/B009ACALCQ

This isn't the charging station I got but it is similar. Worth reading the reviews though as it seems YMMV:
http://www.amazon.com/Performance-Wii-Station-Charging-Nintendo-U/dp/B00AB2NCJI

Hope this helps :)

Not an original, but you can get them for $20:


https://smile.amazon.com/Veanic-Wireless-Gamecube-Controller-Compatible/dp/B075B41KWN/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=wavebird&qid=1558371303&s=gateway&sr=8-3

This is obviously a joke.


Firstly. It certainly isn't the most expensive controller you've ever seen.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-PlayStation-DualShock-Jet-Black/dp/B00BF6D63Q

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nintendo-Wii-Pro-Controller-Black/dp/B009ACALCQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1418904666&sr=1-1&keywords=wii+u+pro+controller

Secondly, he is just talking nonsense. Asking if it feels awkward.

Worth mentioning there are more designs, such as a Pikachu one, a Lugi one, Link, Metal Mario, DK, Yoshi, Peach, Wario, and Samus. There might more designs, but that's all I found.
Regarding quality, they are officially licensed by Nintendo, so they should be good.