I have to admit nintendo finally made a comftorable controller, no edges like the NES, not paer thin like the SNES, and oh yea you only need two hands to use it unlike the N64. However it has a flaw, First of all I have very large hands, and this controller is rather small and almost feels fragile to me. Out of the three major systems I would haft to say this is the worst controller to those of you with large hands. I actually find the XBOX controller to be the most comftorable, and the button placement is far better on the PS2.

PROS
- Lots of buttons?

CONS
- Z button is hard to use
- Entire feel is clunky at first
- Small
- Feels fragile

Here is a good rule of thumb, if you find the XBOX controller to be comftorable (as i do) this controller will be to small and fragile for you and you will need to go with 3rd party controllers, but maybe you can get used to it.

This is an avarage controller with a rumble pack I wouldnt suggest getting this one if you plan to play a game where you make mistakes on. to much rumble at the same time equals stiff hands.

The design of this controller is one of the worst I have ever seen. It looks as if the designers took the buttons and just tossed the randomly around, but then again, Nintendo controllers have always looked and felt weird. Their "ergonomic" design basically means work effiecient...I'd have to disagree. The button placement ensures a long learning curve, causing you to take your eyes off your game for precious seconds to figure out which button you need to press.
Also, on the analog sticks, the tops easily pop off revealing sharp areas that really hurt your hand if you push on buttons hard like me.
Next time, lets hope that Nintendo can create a controller that has an easy and comprehendible design

We've certainly come a long way from the 8-bit NES, with a simple, rectangular controller with three, maybe four buttons, and a directional pad. Now consider the Gamecube controller. There is not a name for the shape it has, and it has 8 buttons, two sticks and a pad. Nintendo managed to pull it off amazingly.

Interesting tidbit: the people who made Luigi's Mansion had a good hand in the development of the controller. Since the Gamecube was made at the same time as LM, whenever LM required a certain button placement, or they just had a good idea, the controller guys would do it.

This controller is a big improvement over the N64 controller, which was evidently designed for the three-handed. The handles are perfectly in tune with the curve of your hand, and the L and R buttons have large grooves to rest your fingers in, so they stay where they're supposed to.

The stick has also been greatly improved upon. The old N64 stick had a tendency to die with too much use; this control stick uses a design similar to the Dreamcast's. Speaking of sticks, the C-stick was a great idea, because a fully rotatable stick, as opposed to four buttons, gives much better camera control.

The addition of the X and Y buttons is great as well. By adding two more buttons, you can do more actions at once. The location of the Z button is easier for your brain (i.e. Wind Waker), because it's easily grouped with X and Y. Another interesting point is the placement of the D-pad and C-stick. Being used less than the other buttons, they are placed out of the way, but well within reach of your thumbs. Final note: all the buttons have a distinct, unique shape and location, so you'll never have to look down at your controller.

This controller easily trumps that of the X-Box, which is just way too fat. The same applies to the GeForce Gamecube controller, which is very uncomfortable. The official Nintendo Gamecube controller gets two thumbs up.

If you love the GC controller like i do, then you might be interested in using it with your PC. There might be other adapters out there, i haven't looked that much, but this one works. It interfaces your GC controller with a USB port, and comes with a driver. I've never had a problem with it. The 'setup' utility window (from control panel/game controllers) shows you which button you're pressing so you can test it, and it lets you test the rumble feature too.

The only bad things about it are that it says it only works with the original GC wired controllers. I tested it with a wavebird, and it didn't work. I dont know why 2 controllers would have different signals, but oh well. The driver came on a 3.5" floppy to, so i suppose that could be a negative...

First, this controller is very very comfortable. Every finger has a place to go! thumbs around the handle, pointer fingers on the L and R buttons, etc. etc.

Second Everytime you get frustarated Feel free to throw the controller to the ground. My controllers have gone through multiple beatings with frustration. A controller Recently got slammed to the ground bounced into a stereo and survived without a scrach. Great controller.

We got a gamecube last X-mas and our first controller broke last summer. We purchased a second and it broke this Month. The thing is, we purchased two different off brand contollers and they still work perfectly and they see as much if not more ues than the nintendo ones. They were less expensive too.

It works good, alot better than those fancy looking controllers. Plus it works with all games, some of the other 3rd party controllers don't.

I don't know about the Xbox controller because I've never used it, but I do prefer the Gamecube controller to the PS2 controller, both of which I own. To me, the buttons on the Gamecube controller are more intuitive than the PS2's, because having a big A, little B, and X and Y buttons that are different shapes and in different positions just seems to make sense. On the other hand, I found the PS2 controller to be lacking in that it was often difficult to remember which button, all uniformly shaped and spaced, was the square, circle, triangle, or x. I also find the Gamecube controller to be more comfortable. The one drawback, however, is that with two less buttons than the PS2 controller, it may make ports from other systems handle quite differently, such as SSX Tricky or Baldur's Gate.

whatever you do donb't get a g-force and if you are goin to get this color get a platinum they arn't limited editon and they are shiny and cooler

It is very useful if you have more friends in the house than controllers you own. It's inexpensive and reliable.

Ok, this is the BEST controller of all systems made, period. I'll go through each button. The analog stick is very nice. It's just like the N64 one, but made of rubber and has a ball at the buttom so it won't loosen up and/or break. It's also a "smoother" feel when you move it around. The control pad (Right under the analog stick) is VERY small, probably half the size of the N64 pad. But don't worry, anyone can use it easy, you just have to push the sides. The A button is the main button, probably. It's the biggest button, so you can touch it easily. The B button is a standard sized button, mostly your secondary button. The X and Y buttons are mostly "camera" buttons to move around in the game. Some people say they're hard to get to, but that's not true. The C-Analog stick is A LOT like the main analog stick. It's rubber and has a ball at the buttom. It's almost mainly used for a "camera" type button. Now for the index finger buttons. The L and R buttons are very curved so you can perfectly stick your fingers in there for comfort. You kind of half to push down far to even get half-way, but it's all good. :D If you push it all the way down, it'll do another command in a game (Like in Mario, you'll jump higher, etc.) The Z button is small, and in a odd place, but is rarely used. It's still easy to use, however. I'm 16 years old in high school, and I guess I have bigger hands. I can use this controller easy, so IGNORE what anyone says about not being able to use it if you have big hands or whatever. I've played all systems in history (;D) and this is by far the best controller.

This controller is my favorite controller of any system ever.I think it is much better than the ps2 and xbox controllers.Not only for the look but also for the feel.

If you liked the N64 Controller, then Nintendo is not going to disappoint you with its newer controller. After owning a N64 and a GameCube, I have always been fond of their controllers. But which of them is better?

N64 advantages over the GameCube:

The N64 had the nice trigger feeling with the Z button that the GameCube controller lacks. The other advantage the N64 controller has over the GameCube controller is the C buttons. In the GameCube controller it just becomes a C-stick, but it loses the capability for Nintendo to use it as extra buttons, the way they did with LEGEND OF ZELDA: ORCARINA OF TIME, and MAJORA'S MASK. Another disadvantage of the GameCube controller is the blue Z button located in front of the R button. When trying to use it is very hard to locate due to its location and size.

GameCube advantages over the N64 controller:

The GameCube controller fits into your hand easier and the controllers are easier to reach. After many intense using of the N64 stick, the stick began to break down. The GameCube sticks are made of rubber which improves life. Another advantage is that the GameCube controller lets you use both the 'left' button and 'right' button AND the control stick at the same time AND the control pad. While with the N64 controller you couldn't use the 'left' button and control pad while using the control stick. The disadvantage that the GameCube controller had over the N64 controller is also one of its many advantages. The C-stick may not be able to be used as extra buttons, but it is easier to when it is used for navigated or changing camera. With the N64 controller we had to use our tired thumb to move from one c-button to another for changing navigation with with the GameCube controller we can just rotate it.

And the reason I chose the jet black controller is just because it looks tighter than all them orange and indigo controllers.

aight, peace out yall...

Nintendo Gamecube's Jet(Black) controller was great. There was absolutely nothing to complain about the controller. It took me a while to get use to it, but when I did the controller was fantastic. It's the best controller that Nintendo has made so far. Unlike the Playstation 2 and the XBOX controller the NG controller is small, comfortible and it's light. And it also comes with a built-in rumble pack unlike the N64 controller which you had to buy a rumble pack. This controller is a must own for anyone who has or plans on buying a Gamecube

ok i have looked at all systems and i think game cube is the best. i have not had any other video game system so i am not devoted to PS or nintendo. i love this controller i went in to the store and tried it. It takes about 15 minutes of getting used to but then it is awseome

pros
good button placement
nice feeling
does not break

cons
2 gray buttons are hard to reach
thats it though

i really like this controller
the good thing about hard to reach buttons is that u dont accidently hit them. well this is a good controller anyway.

Game cube is the first TV game console i've ever owned and i've only had it for 5 days but through my friends i've played most of the systems out there. GC Controllers really are comfortable. N64 controllers are semi-comfortable but you have to reposition the controller alot to reach certain buttons. Nintendo has fixed that now with GC. I'm only 14 and i have average size hands but Xbox controllers were too big for me to comfortably fit my hands on it. PS controllers were better than XBOX but not than GC. The only button that is kinda wierd to press is the Z button sticking out above the R button. It feels wierd because you have to move your index finder into a position you normally don't have it in. Its doesn't hurt or anything it just feels a litte wierd. The different size and shaped buttons make it so you don't have to contstantly look at the controller to see the buttons. At first it takes getting a little used to it, but then almost everything does. And even if you prefer PS controllers just but the PS Controller Adapter. GC and its Controllers Rule!

Hey man, if you don't like the controller becaes you think it is too small, that doesn't mean you have to go around insulting people!
I'm glad that I don't have big Donkey Kong hands like yours!

P.S. I LOVE this controller!

this controller is soooo awesome. it is ergonomicly designed so well that you can hardly even feel that it is there. after an all nighter playing super monkey ball (get that game), my hands didnt gt tired once. also, the built in rumble feature is so comfy, it is relaxing when it engages. its faint hum is just so cool!! even if you just slammed into a wall or something and died (in the game of course.

The GameCube controller. This controller is one of the best ever made. No doubt about it. Nintendo's previous controller, from the Nintendo 64, was good, but not great. It was a very different type of design. The GameCube controller is a million times better than that controller. It's really hard to believe. The very first time I held this controller in my hands, I knew it was a winner.

Many people say this controller was made for people with small hands. I disagree with that. I have small hands myself, but I have a few friends who have huge hands, and they have no problems with it. The left and right triggers are in the perfect position for both of your index fingers. All the buttons on the right side of the controller are easily accessible with your right thumb. They button layout is nearly perfect; with an enlarged "A" button for games with repetitive pressing of a single button. The analog stick can be easily accessed with your left thumb, and it rotates smoothly every time. The C-stick has replaced the C buttons from the previous N64 controller, and it allows for much more precise control.

The only problems I could possibly think of with this controller are that the control pad is a bit small, but it is very rarely used, so that really isn't too big of a problem and the second thing I could think of was that the length of the controller cable is a bit short, but that can be easily fixed with extension cables. And now that the WaveBird is out, you can enjoy the wonderful GameCube controller without all the trouble of cables!

I've had this controller for nearly eight months now, and it is still extremely dependable. All the buttons are still firm, and the control stick is still nice and tight. Nintendo hardly needs to issue any kind of a warrantee with this controller; there is hardly any chance of anything bad happening to it. You would have to drop something heavy on it, or pour something on it. I've dropped my controller numerous times, and nothing has happened to it yet. It is still in nearly brand new factory specifications. I am truly amazed.

Overall, this controller is better than any of its counterparts. It deserves the "best controller" award in my book. Nintendo has come up with another masterpiece.

Mark Williams

I'm not a Xbox/PS2 fanboy, in fact I like the GameCube, but this controller is just plain bad.

First: Its much too small. It gives you hand cramps if you use it for too long since you have to wrap your fingers completely around the handles, rather than it feeling natural in your hands. I actually have to hold the controller with only a few fingers (not gripping it completely) just so that I can easily push the buttons with the end of my finger, rather than the middle. Also, the handles are bent inwards, which becomes extremely awkward after using it for a while since your wrists go inwards instead of outwards, much like the Dreamcast controller- it actually hurts after a while, atleast for me.

Second: Button placement. Why in Gods name did they design the B button so big? It seems as though they designed it for one game: Luigi's Manson. Instead of having typical round buttons in a diamond shape, you get one giant button, a smaller one next to it, and two oddly shaped buttons next to the big one. This does not work well for fighting games and other complicated games which require more than one button. The start button is in such a bad position that I have to take my hand off one of the handles, and look down at the controller, just to see where it is, and actually be able to push it! The D pad is too small, although it is better designed than the PS2 controller, because its atleast all one piece. The Z button is in an unusual position, and you have to bend your finger upwards just to be able to push it. They REALLY should have left it on the bottom.

Just my 2 cents.

This is a near perfect controller. The whole thing is small and yet not so small that your hands cramp (ps1 and 2 controllers). While playing Rouge Squadron 2 I was actually able to use the analogue control stick with my left thumb to steer and use the directional pad with my right thumb to give orders at the same time. The fact that the buttons are all different shapes also helps out tremendously. Overall I think this is a great product.

the buttons are different shapes so you can train your brain to know what each button feels like instead of having to look down at the controller.

... I like the controller...I must comment on the feel of the controller, which is just like the PSone controller with some bits knocked out of it. I don't much like the length of the handles, though, as the seem to be in that length where the ends jab into just underneath the palm of your hand, which is extremely annoying. Second, I don't like the sensitivity of the control stick. With my PSone controller, I murder the left stick when I am playing. With the GameCube, if you press the stick down (which is what I do because I like the clicky sounds of pressing the useless L3 and R3 buttons under the sticks on the PSone controller)then move your thumb just millimetres to one side the stick will shoot the way you were pushing it, something I also find annoying. I like the control pad, which, despite reading other reviews, I find easy to press, and I like the smaller size of it. Why they even put it in, though is a mystery, because all menu selection and gameplay can be done by the left stick. I like the buttons on the right except for the B button, which is far down from the rest of the buttons and is just plain irritating to move my thumb to. I like the other three buttons (X,Y and A) because I can easily hold X and A, Y and A, or all three at the same time with ease. I hate the Z button because of its size and the fact you have to press the end of it for it to work, but in the games I played that button was used seldom(like in Luigi's Mansion where it displays your inventory). Then on to the L and R buttons, which fit my fingers perfectly and have 2 buttons in one (press nearly all the way down for one button, all the way down for the second button. Oh yes, I don't like C stick, because the tip of the stick is really small and my thumb constantly slips off the top. All in all, a good controller, but Nintendo have some things to improve on.

Its amazing how comfortable this controller is! Before I got a game for my Gamecube I would just hold the controller, it felt so good! There is a built in rumble pak pressure sensitive R and L triggers and 2 analog sticks! Some people think this controller is to small but it just feels like part of my hand to me! 5 OUT OF 5!!!!!!!

The gamecube controller is the BEST of all the new systems. The n64 controller is the second best, showing that nintendo is good at making controllers. The xbox controller is ok, not the most comfortable, and worse than the psx original (before the dualshock) controller. Basically what im tryin to say, is that the gamecube is the best controller ever. Period.

Nintendo's new controller is awesome. It fits right into you hands, and soon you can hardly tell its there. I like the C-stick idea. i also like how they set up the right side of the controller(the side with A, B, Y, and X.). this controller is great!

Gamecube controllers are just about the best controllers ever made for a system. Having been a gaming fanatic for many, many years, and having owned mostly all the systems, I think Gamecube's innovative controller ranks second. It's true that the N64 controller was one of the most creative, comfortable, and most efficient one to date, but the GC's is right up there. All the buttons are easy to rech, and their position leaves the unlimited possibility for combos. Another huge perk is the R and L buttons. At first, I thought it was a burden to have to push them so far down, but then I realized it actually provided for different acceleration speeds in games like Rogue Leader. Although the X-Box/Gamecube debate is somewhat even for me, GC definitely has the superior controller (unless you like a controller bigger than your head).

Gamecube controllers are just about the best controllers ever made for a system. Having been a gaming fanatic for many, many years, and having owned mostly all the systems, I think Gamecube's innovative controller ranks second. It's true that the N64 controller was one of the most creative, comfortable, and most efficient one to date, but the GC's is right up there. All the buttons are easy to rech, and their position leaves the unlimited possibility for combos. Another huge perk is the R and L buttons. At first, I thought it was a burden to have to push them so far down, but then I realized it actually provided for different acceleration speeds in games like Rogue Leader. Although the X-Box/Gamecube debate is somewhat even for me, GC definitely has the superior controller (unless you like a controller bigger than your head).

This is a great controller. Don't listen to people who say it is too small, because it is the perfect size and shape for hands of any size (unless there are 12-foot tall giants that i just haven't noticed yet). The buttons are set up in systems that allow for simple and easy gameplay. The c-stick was pure genius, and the built in rumble is small and unobtrusive. It is easy to play with this controller and those who have trouble adapting to use, in the majority of the games, two buttons (A and B) have worse problems than gaming issues. The z-button is tricky, but you can move the middle finger up to the r-button and you are set. The colors are great, and the l- and r-buttons are PRESSURE SENSETIVE, not cheap. Another genius adaptation is that you can no longer get that "wandering cursor" effect like you would with malfunctioning N64 controllers, since the gamecube uses the stick's position at powerup as default. THIS IS THE BEST CONTROLLER EVER!!!

I believe this is Nintendo's best controller, but it is still followed by nintendo's previous N64 controller. The gamecube controller is basically a hybrid of the N64 controller and ps2 controller. The controls are easy, the joystick making handling a breeze. The only comment i would have to make are those annoying L and R buttons, the big buff odd things that you really have to press to activate. The right side of the controller (the part with the A button, B button, C joystick, and those other buttons) is a perfect design, allowing you to feel the buttons good. I really like this controller, but hey, it's better than the Xbox controller at least.

This puts them all to shame. Forget the SNES, PS, N64, Dreamcast, or X-Box: this is far and away the greatest controller I've ever used. The L and R buttons mold to fit your hand, and the two analog sticks are easy to reach, and have virtually no slippage. They "grip" easily. Gone are the days where you have to stretch your thumb across the controller to move properly (the N64 controller was good, but had that one major flaw)...this controller is shaped like a controller should be shaped.

My only complaints? The "B" button is a little too small, the "old-fashioned" 4-way pad isn't of much use to me (not really a minus, though), and the "Z" button is a little bit of a pain to press, though most games don't require for it's extensive use.

In short: the best out there today, and probably the best we'll see for awhile.

Sure, everyone likes it. I don't. It may be ergonomically great, but the button placing, among other things, needs improvement.

First off, the B button annoys me. It may be under an inch away from the other buttons, but that's still aggravating to have to move your thumb away from the AXY area to hit B. Whenever I think I'm hitting B when I'm looking at the TV, I look at the controller and see I'm hitting Y. (or is it X? The one above/left of A.)

Second: The L and R buttons. Sure, it's shaped to mold into your hands, but they have a decidedly cheaps--t feel- the click as you press it down to the bottom just feels shoddily made. And the feeling of pressing L/R before it clicks feels as if I'm not pushing hard enough to affect the game.

Last, but DEFINITELY not least: The Z button. Since me and pretty much all cube users keep their righthand index finger on the R button at most times, when I try to press the Z button, it feels extremely awkward and minorly painful. The Z button should be on the back of the controller like the N64, on the other side of the C stick or the d-pad.

Conclusion: If you're going to buy a GameCube, find a better 3rd party controller if you can. I don't know if there are any 3rd party controllers that have major differences, but if you own GameCube, you should find out.

This controller is absolutely perfect for anyone with small hands like me... I'm 14 and I have small hands for my age, which benefits me with this controller. Larger-handed people should just skip to the end because the following review probably won't apply to you.

The face button layout is great. The green A button, which will be the primary action button for pretty much every game that will be released for the system, is extra large so you can't mistake it for anything else. The gray X and Y buttons surround the A button and are a smaller lima bean shape, which is totally new... no other system has ever done this before and it's a great idea. Your thumb can easily reach over and press either one, and you can't mistake one for the other because you can tell which one you're pressing just by which way you had to reach your thumb to press it. Great job with that. The circular red B button is the smallest face button and is to the left of the A button. It's just as easy to reach this one as X and Y. You can't mistake one button for another with this layout, great job Nintendo.

There are two analog sticks: a main stick, which controls your character in whatever game you're playing, and a C-stick, which is generally used for camera angles and such. Both sticks are hard rubber, much easier to use and MUCH more durable than the plastic N64 stick. Also, both sticks are the stick-on-a-ball type, like the PS2 controller. This makes the sticks much easier to move compared to N64's stick. Big improvement there.

There is a traditional D-pad under the main stick. This is much smaller than the D-pad on the N64 controller. Hey for all you people out there that complain about it being too out of the way, try putting your middle finger on the L trigger and then resting your index finger on the controller above the main stick. If that doesn't help then oh well, you won't be using it a lot anyway.

The L and R triggers are great. They're pressure sensitive... if you press them down hard enough you can feel a reassuring digital click. These triggers will come in handy for the gas and brakes on some racing games that will come out later. The purple Z trigger is directly above R and is a little awkward to reach. It's not pressure sensitive like the other triggers, and you have to press it on it's right edge for it to click, but it doesn't matter because it's not used too much anyway.

For all you larger-handed gamers... I have a couple of 16-year-old friends that tried out the controls and said that it was the worst thing they ever held. Their hands are much bigger than mine, and this is probably the reason that it's harder for them to hold it. If you've got big hands, try some of the third party controllers, this is the only solution... I've heard that they have longer handles, and they're cheaper anyway.

well it would be nice if you had it in stock you now.