Customers love the GameCube Style Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch, praising its exceptional quality, ease of use, and nostalgic feel. Many appreciate the long cord and its reliable wired connection, perfect for various games. While some find it lightweight and miss the rumble feature, the controller's compatibility and overall performance are frequently highlighted as positive aspects. A few users reported issues with trigger responsiveness and joystick drift.
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Pros mentioned:
Cord length
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent cheap alternative to first party controller
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My son bought this for his Nintendo Switch and he really likes using with it with Super Smash Bros. It has a 10 ft. cord, which is nice, but the only drawback is that it doesn't seem to work with other Switch games, although other reviewers say it does, so I don't know what the heck the deal is. But, overall it does work well and is a good value. I don't know about the longevity though as we've only used it a little for a few months.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Controller quality, Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
it's good
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It's a really nice controller works fine if you plan on playing smash on dolphin emulator easy to connect to pc and works great
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Controller Review
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Controller works fine and great for playing Smash Ultimate or the 3D Super Mario Collection.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Light & Responsive
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I bought this for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. I opted in the for the wired version instead of the wireless since it was half the price. Out of the box, this controller is light, almost too light, compared to the original GameCube controller I used to play with. But the buttons work and the 10 ft USB cable is enough to play with enough distance from the TV. However, $25 is pretty steep, especially the build quality of the controller. I recommend buying it if it was less than $20.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Perfect addition to the switch. Always enjoyed the GameCube controller and makes it much easier to play Pikmin 3
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cord length
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Gamecube controller for switch
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This controller is Nintindo quality at it's best! The analog and C sticks snap right back to the middle and feel perfect. The buttons and D-pad work and feel great. The length and thickness of the cord tell me that this controller was built to last. It has an overall sturdy feel, and I would recommend this controller to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Feel
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good for old schoolers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm a casual gamer. Most my purchases are at my kids' recommendations. I admit I am not a fan of newer systems like the Wii/Wii U/Switch just from the silly lil controllers (I do love the family oriented games). I like this controller, it feels more like what I'm used to. My son who wanted this, agrees he likes the feel of it compared to the joy-cons. When I get challenged I steal this controller just so I might have a ghost of a chance.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for smash bros!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Had to get this for smash bros ultimate and it takes me back to smash bros melee. Great price for a great controller
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Classic GameCube Controller comfort for Switch
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My interest for a controller like this came when I heard about the release of a new Smash Bros. game for the Nintendo Switch. Nostalgia aside, the Nintendo GameCube had the best, most comfortable controllers, and the particular layout of buttons and sticks worked PERFECTLY with GameCube's Super Smash Bros. Melee.
So naturally, when Super Smash Bros. Ultimate was announced, all sorts of GameCube-style controllers came out. I'm usually the kind of person to avoid third-party controllers, but it looked like Nintendo was backing PowerA brand and kept me interested in it.
What makes this PowerA GameCube Controller different than the Nintendo-branded GameCube controller is that it has two "Z" buttons (the bumper buttons, the Switch was designed with two shoulder buttons) and the 4 essential Switch buttons in the center (Screen shot, Home, +, and -), meaning this can be used for more games than just the Smash Bros. game the Nintendo-brand GameCube control was revived for.
The only downside is that this does not have the rumble feature, which has been a common feature I've turned off manually anyway.
If you've ever played a GameCube, I would highly recommend this one (or its wireless counterpart) for the Switch!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Feel
Cons mentioned:
Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Controller
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great controller! The weight is a little light, but it feels good in your hand.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Love it!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I really enjoy this controller! needed a wired controller vs wireless. Easy to maneuver .
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
old school smash
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works great for smash bros and also works well with the switch. Have no gotten to use it with switch 2 yet
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Controller
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is great for playing switch games on the tv i find it easier to use than taking the sides off just nice having that controller feel
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good controller
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great controller a little on the light side which it was heavier so it didn’t feel so cheap
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for Smash Bros
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I was in a bind during a stream when my controller stopped working.. put it on pause to go to best buy and this affordable piece of tech was worth the buy! Feels good in the hands too though a little compact.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Triggers
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Budget Switch/Emulation Controller
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great controller for switch and emulation. I will say one major con is the fact that the R and L triggers are not analog.. so for racing games you cannot granularly control speed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice for dolphin emulator
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got a pc, and wanted to use it to experience childhood games you can no longer get unless you wanna drop 100's of dollars. Works excellent for all GameCube titles, love that it gives me ability to truly experience those games like i used to
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cord length, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to use!
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great controller and easy to use! Works great the unit with plenty of cord.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cord length
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice
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Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Nice to use if you prefer a bigger controller. And the cord is pretty lengthy so you can probably sit on the couch and play
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thank You
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent controller it reminds me when I used to play my GameCube console