I arguably know that colors just make the most of a person, but they can simply also be said for the styles of a video game comtroller as well. Nintendo really does know a thing about the design of a great controller with their Gamecube controller in the simple blue color. The controller is a simple, straight forward controller that is absolutely easy to operate and very helpful in manuvering through games like Super Mario Sunshine, the thrilling Need For Speed Underground 2, and the space capers of the the dynamic Star Fox Assault just to name a few. Although you can get a controller from a third-party company like Pelican or Datel, you arguably might habe something that won't carry through very well. If you want to actually ace through the games for the Gamecube, stick with Nintendo, and the destiny of the cube is yours.

Price: A

Control: A

Easy To Operate: A

Overall: A+

this was my first controller i got on my gamecube i got it along with my gamecube system a game and a carrying thing forit this here is really cool controoler i prefer this over then that ugly orange one that one sucks but this one is really cool.

This is way better than the MadCatz series. MadCatz just try to make the controller look good but it is mostly about how the controller feels and the Nintendo origanal controller is the right thing. It is shaped perfectly and does not get stuck MadCatz. This is a great controller!!!

This is the best little controller I have ever played with and that includes other systems. It is comfortable and doesnt cramp your hands and it is good looking because it matches my system.

well this controller I have one it works great and feels real good unlike jet black has some problems with it yeah no to good at all but jet indigo is great fives stars it gets from me?

This controller is simply awkward and counterintuitive in its use. Yes, it is ergonomic in terms of how it sits in the hand, but the use of the buttons and their placement is awkward. It takes a long time to get used to the X, Y and, especially, the Z button. Sure, one can get used to it over time, but that can be said of anything. The bottom line is that this controller is less intuitive than either the PS2 controller or the X-Box controller. Gamecube is a fine system, but the controller dept could use some adjustment, in my opinion.

You should see the way my son plays with this controller! But despite his over enthusiasm, the controller has held its own. I have three, two of which are second-hand but they are all working perfectly. Don't get sucked in by imitations.

this controller is whatn any gamer would dream of, the buttons are located in very well thought out postions, and the sleek design is amazing compared to the now chunky looking N64 controller. it takes some getting used to, but in 2 hours you'll be home free. i dont get all these ppl complaining about the z button. if it were on the underside of the controller, which side would it be on? if were on the right side, left handed gamers would be disappointed. solution? put it on the top!easy. simple. i would get gamecube just for the easy controls, i hate the xbox's start button!ahh.gamecube.the joy of nintendo:-)

This controller is awesome. You don't exactly need big hands to play. The A button is enormous! I don't know what these people are talking about with the Z button. It's in a perfect place. The controller is warm looks nice and has a great button layout. I thought that the N64 controller was good, but compared to this it's huge, feels like [inexpensive] plastic, and has an ugly color. Beileve me, you'll like this controller. You don't have to get that [costly] wireless one, just get this.

Word of advise as we approach the holiday season. Stay away from thrid part products for Nintendo. This controller is [inexpensive] enough to merrit the extra five bucks. You will not be disappointed.

This is a necessity if you have more than one gamer in the house, and mandatory to get the most fun out of Mario Party 4.

imagine this, you're sitting in you're living room playing super smash bros. melee some 3d-esque sprite whacks you upside the head with a fan(what?)and in counterattack you dislocate you're shoulder, bend your elbow the wrong way, and break you're thumb in order to hit the
little
red
button
you're character jumps, bashes his skull on a support beam and dies
fin
all in all the buttons are misplaced, misshapen, and misused(they could use all that plastic in whiffle balls)

The Nintendo GameCube already has so much going for it in terms of superior library of game titles and a more reasonable price, but what really helps it stand out from Playstation 2 and that mammoth debacle called X-Box is its control pad. It possesses a unique design that allows the user to developing an intuitive sense of where each button or control is and what it does, as opposed to Playstation's perfectly symmetrical controller that requires the user to consciously think about which buttons they are pressing. The advantage to the more intuitive design is that it frees the user to focus more attention on the action taking place on the screen and, given the advanced nature of today's games, that is a very important benefit to have. The asymmetrical way in which the buttons are placed throughout the pad help the user develop a customized feel for the pad based on the different spacings. Additionally, the buttons, themselves, are shaped different (the X and Y buttons are kidney-shaped and the A and B buttons are different-sized round buttons), which enhances the intuitive feel of control. Once again, Nintendo proves that it understands the user better than any other platform, and that is why it continues to be the best in the industry.

Ergonomics done right... Nintendo does it again with a controller built for the gamer and not a controller built simply to accompany a console. The controller looks extremely strange but it is extremely comfortable and allows for quick and easy gameplay. Too bad Microsoft didn't get it right with their XBox controller, but then again, they're not pursuing great gameplay, just profit margins.

This conroller is ok becuse it's small for little hands. Also becuse the buttons are lade out good. But some buttons are to small. Last the plastic feels cheap. But it edges ps2 becuse after playing along time your fingers don't hurt that much.Xbox controller is best though and xbox's controller s

This is by far the best controller I've ever used. It's designed so that your grip can perfectly fit around it. The contol stick is cushioned so that it will move with your finger instead of having to push it like the N64 controller. The buttons are placed and designed so you don't have to look down to know what you're pushing. The L and R buttons are curved so that you can rest your fingers on them.
Keep in mind it's not perfect. The control pad is in a strange place and it's kind of small. But those are the only drawbacks I can think of. This is definitly one one the best new features for Gamecube.

Don't get me wrong i have and love gamecube and the controller because its so perfect. It is way better than the XBOX controller which is massive. Also the built in rumble is an improvement from the N64 Rumble Pak. However this very controller broke down on me. the c stick moves all by itself. ive reset it cleaned it and it still moves on its on. im waiting to get a refund on it. The funny thing is i took very good care of it anyway gamecube is still the best. I just wish i could get this repaired.

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

Okay,the controller is cool,and it's design melts into your hand,but the quality isn't very good.After a week or two it starts to lose it's quality.The controller is made in china,so it isn't as good as the N64 controllers(Japan).So no matter how many times you do the L,R,and start button trick,nine times out of ten it doesn't work.The Madcatz controllers are way better.
Here's my rating:

Style:10/10

Controller functions:9/10

Quality:2/10

This controller beats down PS2 and Xbox controllers any day! The buttons are very creative, and in very good places. Here is what I think of the buttons:
A=Excellent
B=Excellent
C-stick=Great
Control-stick=Excellent
D-pad=Okay
L=Excellent
R=Excellent
X=Excellent
Y=Excellent
Z=Excellent
Overall=Excellent
So, there's my button review.Why do people hate the Z button? I think it is very cool.Here is my review of the features:
Cord=Okay
Feeling=Excellent
Position of buttons=Excellent
Overall=Excellent

The N64 controller was, in my opinion, an excellent one. The Z trigger was at the underneath the analog stick and was perfect for playing games like Goldeneye. However it did have its flaws, mainly the small c buttons and the stupid white stuff that got into the analog stick.
Now the GCN controller. It has an analog stick that kicks the n64 one off the map. The L and R buttons are great, and the placement of buttons is unique. However it does have quite a few, but only minor, flaws. The first is the Z trigger. No more N64 like action here, it is placed all the way up next to the R button and is extremely hard to use, like using both the R1 and R2 PSX buttons at once. Hopeless for games like Perfect Dark 0. The second issue is how small the controller is, it becomes quite uncomfortable after a while, especially for older gamers, which the cube is meant to be designed for. Another minor problem is the colors... way too many grey buttons, they could have made the X button blue or something.
Anyway, its a great controller, better than the X BOX controller that doubles as a hammer and the PS2 one which was exactly the same as the PSX one

When I first looked at the controller I thought "wow, that looks really wierd" but in fact it is so comfortable. It is nearly flawless. I never lose because I press the wrong button anymore. The only button that seems out of place is the Z button on top of the controller. But that's nothing compared to how great the rest is. It has 2 controll sticks, the gray one is the main one that moves you around while the yellow one isn't used very often except in Luigi's Mansion where it moves the camera so you point in a different direction. The controller itself fits in your hands perfectly, unless you have big hands, and It has a built-in rumble feature. I still have my NES and it is a HUGE transition from that square controller with two action buttons & a directional pad to a controller with 7 action buttons, 2 controll sticks and yet again a directional pad. It's the best controller to have come out from any platform. Nintendo rules!

I haven't tried any of the third party controllers for the Game Cube but I have tried controllers for the x-box and PS2. Nintendo's controller is by far more comfortable. It's a quality product.

As a veteran of many Playstation controllers I can say that this one is the best one out there.

Gc controller is the best controller I ever played video games with....but one thing, WHAT'S WITH THE THE "Z" BUTTON?!...They should have placed it under the handle on the right of the controller.

The GameCube controller is very well-designed. It's really easy to figure out the right button to push. I would have put the 'Z' button on the back of the controller, like with the N64, instead of in front of the 'R' button on top of the controller. Luckily it's not used much. Otherwise, it's a very nice controller.

this is the best controller for any video game system. It is very easy to use and is extremeley comfortable in your hand. If you have a game cube stock up on these while you can--color doesn't matter

I rate this controller a 2 overall because while it is the best controller I've used for any system ever (and I have them all except PS2), it is too small! My hands are very sore after only 1 game of Madden '02 w/5 min. quarters (@ 1 hour real time). I'm an adult male age 28 with average hand size. I suggest the Pellican G-3 or Madcatz controllers because they are slightly larger and allows your hands to relax while holding it. After switching to the G-3 I've had no problems and complete comfort. I plan on getting a Madcatz one as well because you need up to 4 controllers anyway and I like the grip on them. I only suggest you buy these VERY SMALL Nintendo brand controllers if you're buying for a child. I normally NEVER EVER buy 3rd party controllers or accessories either but with this I had no choice. I would like to mention though the EXCELLENT button shape and placement. This is the first controller I've been able to hit the right button consistently on demand with. Even the L and R buttons that are usually awkward to reach and use while using the regular A, B, X, and Y buttons simultaneously. The Z button takes a little getting used to though. Overall Gamecube has the best controller, just not the Nintendo brand (for adults and teens anyway), sorry Nintendo.

Friends rejoice, the controller Nintendo designed for its newest console, the Gamecube, is by far the greatest controller ever conceived. No controller, not Sega's not Sony's nor Microsoft's, can match this baby once you grasp in your hand. I'm not saying the Gamecube controller is flawless, no such thing exists, but this sucker is so darn close to being perfection that you will forget all about its minuscule flaws. The Gamecube controller features an incredibly unique design and intuitive control that only the geniuses at Nintendo could think up.

First and foremost is the controller's downright bizarre looking design. Mini D-pad, yellow C-stick, giant A-button, and kidney shaped X and Y-buttons may throw both you pro and amateur gamers off at first glance, but don't let this controller's intimidating looks deceive you. The Gamecube controller was, from the feel of it, designed to make the gamer forget he or she had such a device in their hands. The side handles are contoured to a person's hand, the L and R-buttons are grooved for your index fingers, and the green A-button is the largest of the four main buttons so you never lose the primary action button.

As I said, the A-button is the largest of the four main buttons because it is intended to be you primary action button. With this design, you'll never mistake another button for the A-button. Whether you're jumping from platform to platform of blasting away enemy fighters with lazer canons, the A-button's large size will always keep you from losing a game because you pressed the wrong button.

The X and Y-buttons are uniquely designed in the odd shape of kidneys for a reason. If you place your thumb over the A-button, you will see that this strange set-up is there so your thumb can easily navigate from button to button when you need to most without accidentally tapping the wrong one. Don't believe me, try playing "Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3" on both Gamecube and Playstation. You'll soon discover as I did that it is much easier to master the skater game with the Gamecube controller than it is with the Playstation controller.

The last of the main buttons, the red B-button, is of the normal size and shape buttons have been on Nintendo controllers for years, but was set slightly apart, in size and shape, from the A X and Y-buttons because it acts as a secondary action button. Play "Star Wars: Rogue Leader - Rogue Squadron II" and find out what I talking about. In "Rogue Leader" the A-button fires your main weapon, lazer canons, while the B-button fires your secondary weapons, proton bombs or ion canons depending on the ship your using, weapons which are usually limited in supply. With the B-Button being smaller than the A-button, you won't mistake it for your main action button and go firing those all important proton bombs before you need them.

The L and R-button are the secondary buttons and are grooved for perfect comfort as your index fingers rest atop them. In "Star Wars: Rogue Leader - Rogue Squadron II", the L and R-buttons are used as "gas pedals." The L-buttons slows your ship down while the R-button speeds it up, and the harder you press the button, the slower or faster your ship will move.

Next up are the two analog sticks. The larger gray analog stick is the main control which will guide ships and characters through their quests. The control stick is larger, of much better quality, and easier to use than Nintendo's N64 version. The second and smaller yellow analog stick is the C-stick used for camera control, but will no doubt be used for secondary control on later games. The C-stick replaces the awkward C-buttons of the N64 which were both small and uncomfortable to use.

Another great feature is the built in "rumble pack." For those of you who had N64s, you may remember having to purchase the rumble pack separately from your controller and having to replace those pesky batteries. No more my friends. Apparently Nintendo heard the cries of its consumers and rabid fans and decided it best not to charge gamers for features companies like Sony already have built into there controllers. Smart thinkin' there Big N.

Lastly come the flaws and surprisingly enough, given the Gamecube controller's somewhat strange design, there are only two and you may never have to deal with them. Design flaw number one is the purple Z-button, which is located directly above the R-button. Although Nintendo states the Z-button will act as an emergency button, I fear some companies shall use this in a capacity where you will constantly need to use this button. I fear this because the Z-button, though it is directly above the R-button, is in an awkward location and testing the overall feel of the controller, I found it hurt my index finger slightly trying to press it. Design flaw number two is the directional D-pad, which in previous controllers from Nintendo was designed to be your primary means of controlling character movements. Not so with the Gamecube controller. In an attempt to wean their gamers from using the D-pad and relying more heavily on the analog control stick, Nintendo has shrunk the size of the D-pad making it hard to use, although it is within comfortable reach of one's thumb.

The verdict: the Gamecube controller is, in every sense of the word, a work of art. Nothing past or present, in the opinion of this veteran gamer, can match its ability to immerse someone into the game which they are playing, even with its minute flaws. And even if you find those flaws to be a bother, there are already third party alternatives that address the problems and unfortunately create some of there own. Nintendo revived video gaming in America, rescued it from certain death, and the Gamecube controller is still proof positive that Nintendo is here to stay.

this is a great controller for those who have small to average sized hands. the butons are close but not too close like on the xbox and it feels great! but if you have realy large hands then you might want to go with the mad catz controler for the gamecube. this is also the standerd controller that comes with the gamecube incase you were wondering. i would recomend this to anyone with a gamecube.

this is a great controller for those who have small to average sized hands. the butons are close but not too close like on the xbox and it feels great! but if you have realy large hands then you might want to go with the mad catz controler for the gamecube. this is also the standerd controller that comes with the gamecube incase you were wondering. i would recomend this to anyone with a gamecube.

This is definitely the best controller I've ever held! At first, the controller looks very confusing but it really isn't! Nintendo has gone through all the trouble of finding the best set up from all the other controllers. It's a very inuitive set up and you really don't need to look down at your controller. Now I have big hands and this thing is small but it's really the best thing. The analog stick has a very rubbery feel to it and no more of that white stuff from the N64! The A button is good since that's where your thumb can sit. The B, Y, and X button has it's own feeling into it. All of this may seem great but the best thing are the L and R triggers! Your finger feels good when your pressing it. And there is a digital click when you pres dow hard enough. Definitely a controller at it's best!

This controller fits like a glove...a really tight one. I am 16, and this thing is so small my thumbs overlap two or three buttons at the same time! The Z trigger is in a worthless spot, and it's not easy to use at all (Which means whenever they will make you use the trigger there will be all heck to pay)! The analog is in the right place this time (Thank god), but what's with the C analog? Why can't I just use the the L and R triggers to move the camra!?! Plus why can't I push the A button? I swear. Regardless how big that button is I can't use it right to save my life (And when playing a video game, that could be a bad thing)!

Don't even ask me what we'll ever need the D-Pad for, I don't know! However this is a cool color though, so I gusse that count's for something! Otherwise I don't recomend! Nintendo has has a bad reputation with making bad controllers (N64 anyone?), and this one is no different!

It literally melts in your hand, it's like a mechanical extension of your hands to the gamecube.
You dont even have to think about it when you're using it.

It is awsome man it really just fits in your hands.Don't listen to X-Box fans saying it is the worse thing ever.The button positions are perfect and good for almost any sized hand!Great deal and great colors!!!!!

I have tried this controller and it is great.I thought it would feel weird and i would have to get used to it.Once i tried this crazy thing i was amazed!It was so comfortable and very nice to use.This taught me one thing.Don't judge a controller by how crazy lookin it is!!!!