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26.7.2020

The foremost choice of the overwhelming majority of competitive Smash players since Melee on the original Gamecube itself (idk the reason why, probably either button layout or just plain familiarity), the iconic Gamecube controller has proven to be the beast that can't be bested. This controller, made by Hori and licenced by Nintendo, strives to be a perfect replica of the aforementioned controller.Personally, I never used the Gamecube before and hadn't even handled its controller. Despite this, playing Ultimate with Hori's reverent re-creation quickly proved to be intuitive and felt fairly smooth. It isn't as if the new controller is enhancing my performance in the game, I'm still pretty terrible at it,but it feels leagues better than what I had going on with the Joycon setup, and possibly could even be better than the Pro controller itself. Perhaps I'll become a Gamecube controller purist myself, without ever even touching the original console.When you move away from Smash, this product still proves effective, although unfamiliarity on my part with the controller takes root in a problematic way. Firstly, the ZR/ZL and R/L are flipped in order to retain recognition to the original design, so people (me. I'm people.) used to the Joycon/ Pro Controller layout may find themselves pressing the wrong buttons often. Most games allow for controller reconfiguration, so this is easily remedied anyway. I also got mixed up with the X and Y buttons regularly (I never use these buttons in Smash so I get muddled when other games require their use), but this is obviously due to my lack of experience, and not some design flaw.What I was trying to convey in the title and the previous paragraph was that for people who've never used this type of controller before, it may take getting used to, especially comparing to most other Switch controllers. However, for people well versed in the arcane arts of the original Gamecube controller, I can only assume it will all come naturally. Although, in the rough month I've had this, it has only become more comfortable in my clumsy hands.This also lands in a relatively low spot on the spectrum of price for Switch controllers, especially considering it's officially licensed too. However, certain factors are a clear indication why. No rumble, no tilt sensitivity or aiming and no ability to scan Amiibo will be an immediate hazard for some, but I can live without them. The plastic casing isn't top quality, but it's not as if it'll hurt your hands if you're using it for hours on end. Finally, although this may be obvious it's still important to note that this is a wired controller, so you will only be able to use it while the switch is docked. You will not be able to use this if you are playing in handheld mode. The USB cable accompanying it is still quite lengthy, but this lack of major portability may also be a deal breaker for some people.Many reviews have complained with technical difficulties like sticks drifting, buttons not registering inputs or the controller as a whole not working, but I've encountered nothing so far and hopefully this is a statement I won't have to amend in the future.All in all, this proves to be a perfectly affordable and applicable option for the Switch, especially in regards to Smash. It may take some time to foster familiarity in people uninitiated in the Gamecube, but it's no difficult commitment to educate ourselves. The lower cost comes at the price of some certain features, but they are far from essential components. I would recommend this to all.
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24.12.2020

I actually purchased this 6 months ago. Reason for the belated review; only just dipped into using it. I'd bought this gamepad originally with the intention of using it with my Dolphin emulator for Gamecube games. However the lack of analog triggers meant that creating varies controller profiles for different games was a necessity. Since I still had my Xbox One controller kicking about it made sense just to use that with it's analog triggers.So recently, I decided to dust off the black Triforce labelled Hori tech, just as a novelty on my other PC steam titles. And now I feel I can give a fair review, not as a piece of Nintendo nostalgia but on it's own modern merits.For those interested,this does support DirectXInput (the standard drivers for any Microsoft supported controllers, so it's easy to install. Just plug it in and it's ready to go. In terms of comparison to the original model it's based off of, there's the familiar ABXY button layout and C stick. However it now has 2 bumbers in place of the lone Z button in the top right. And again since there's no analog trigger, the triggers in question do not require a marginal press to initiate input. I think this was a design choice to prevent latency on the user's side. So for shooting reflexes, this was actually a plus. Note; the sticks have L3 and R3 input aswell. There's also a grip texture on the under side of the controller to prevent slipping. The sides of the face have a slightly odder shape around the top curves, aside from that the design is overall the same as an original GC controller.It is USB wired based, but this doesn't really bother me. I actually still prefer wired controllers to prevent battery charging/swapping and latency.My only mild negative is that the sticks have a bigger deadzone than other official/higher end controllers, so it requires more of a push on the stick before input is registered. Some may find this is lacking control efficiency compared to (again) higher end purchases. But given time with setting sensitivity in-game, this can be catered to your feel.For a laugh, I decided to play through Doom Eternal again, with THIS controller; and I actually prefer it to my Xbox controller now! Could be the light weight and the placement of the face buttons that makes it easier to reach certain buttons in a shorter distance.Overall, definitely worth it for the price and acts as a great collectable, especially if you want to purchase the other style controllers to go along with it.
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8.6.2020

Bought the peach version after much deliberation over pdp and other similar brands. The standard sized d-pad, price and aesthetic were a big draw.It looks great and for someone with <average hands it's a nice fit, really comfortable for long game sessions and I personally love the grip surface.The plastic quality itself is okay, doesn't feel too cheap or particularly flimsy but it could be a bit more durable if children are throwing it about. (especially as the themes of these controllers generally target a younger audience). It is fairly lightweight which is good for portability.There's no rumble as mentioned above which I think is a shame as it's really useful in some games,and I'd happily pay extra for this.The L/R button switch is not really an issue as it was easy enough to put right, and quite a good feature if you ever need them inverted.I have yet to give smash bros a go with this controller, but have been using it solidly for over a month on a variety of games from pokemon, dragon quest, animal crossing and witcher.. It's hard to go back to joycons after this!(the turbo button is also handy for things like mega fast crafting in AC where you're trying to churn out as many hot items as possible in a short amount of time.).The cable is a good length when playing on the tv, but mostly I have been using it with a USB stand/adapter. This leads to a large bundle of cable that can be a bit in the way sometimes [but I chose wired specifically so it didn't need to be charged] however I have seen other controllers that use detachable cables, in this situation it would have been great to have a detachable one that could then be swapped out for a short cable if needed. -I will most likely mod this one to have a permanently short cable.Just to note as well that I have used it on a portable adapter without AC and it doesn't drain the battery excessively - however it's not so good for your switch, so I'd always plug in if possible.Bottom line, I would buy this again, it's good value for money and caters to any peach/pink fan!
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8.12.2018

I do not have a Nintendo Switch yet, I've been buying games and accessories ahead of when i actually get the console as most people know the games and accessories are rather expensive.That being said i brought the controller as well the game Super Smash Bros ahead of time so i'm ready for when i finally get the console, but due to some of the recent reviews i decided to take my controller out and try it on some other consoles just to make sure it works ahead of time.I tried it on my Retropie and my PC and it works 100%.Throughout this review i will be mostly comparing this controller to the original Gamecube controller (the design that it is based on).Upon taking the controller out of the box,you immediately feel a few differences between this and the offical controller. The first thing that you feel is that this version is slightly wider with a thicker part around the shoulder button area (this doesn't change much, just the way you hold the controller in general).The handles are now covered in a grip, this is to prevent sweat building up and making you lose grip on games like Smash Bros.The second thing you would notice is the size of the D-pad, it is longer than the one on the GameCube, it doesn't add much, just allows quicker access to the buttons.Apart from that the control stick is the same as well as the C-stick.There are plenty of buttons in the middle now instead of the usual start button, i assume this is exclusive buttons for the switch.Instead of one z button you have one on both sides and the pressure triggers at the back have been replaced with buttons, which honestly feel good.The downsides are the apparent amount of nonfunctional versions of this controller, the lightweight feel of this and the cheap plastic it is made of, due to this the the A,B,Y and X buttons now have a low thud sound when pressed instead of the original quiet click; but apart from that it is a great cheap controller
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12.12.2018

I don't actually own a switch (yet!) but I took a chance on this for use on PC [Using Windows 8.1] because I always preferred the GameCube controller layout and have wanted a USB version for years.-- PC compatibility: 5/5It was recognised as a standard XInput controller immediately just like any Xbox controller with no issues, and all buttons mapped correctly and worked (with the exception of the capture button, which is documented in the manual to be switch only).-- Physical build: 4/5The controller itself is slightly lighter than the original GameCube controller, which does give it a flimsier feel. The handles are slightly smaller and slimmer too (a la PS3) which makes them a bit more challenging to grip,despite the textured surface on the handles which presumably is to combat slipping.-- Button design: 4/5The buttons are all crisp and don't rattle around, though the directional buttons are a bit stiff. My one critique is for the centre buttons (+ and -) which are higher than expected to make room for the turbo and capture buttons, and both rows are close together. This makes the most commonly used + and - (start and back) buttons a bit difficult to reach, and I tend to press the lower row by accident unless I look down to see which is which.-- Joystick design: 5/5The joysticks are smooth and responsive, and have click-in L3 and R3. They have a good tilt gradient too, meaning halfway speeds are easy and reliable, compared to some where the window between 0 and full speed is very narrow.All in all, I'm delighted with my purchase, and if the slimmer handles with crosshatch texture don't faze you, then I highly recommend this!-- UPDATE September 2020:Nearly 2 years later, I'm still delighted with this controller and have had no issues with it. I do own a switch now, and can verify it works perfectly for that too!
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20.1.2019

Right so, I'm using this for Smash Ultimate. But, you could, if you wanted to, use this as a pro controller substitute. It is fairly barebones, no rumble, no tilt sensitivity and no NFC reading but your switch will see it as a pro controller when you plug it in. But if your planning on using this as a pro controller substitute... why?So the good points, D pad feels great, shoulder buttons are digital buttons as apposed to those analogue ones on the OG or Power A controllers it's comfortable to hold buttons feel great and analogue sticks are accurate. Finally the cable is nice and long.Down points and the only reason I haven't given this product 5 stars. It's light, and I mean really light.And it doesn't exactly feel like they've spared no expense (controller body feel not the buttons) but for the price I can't really complain too much.An indifferent point but one that's important to note. I'm guessing that Hori anticipated there being a problem with the shoulder button lay out for imitation game cube controllers because when you first plug it in the ZL/ZR are flipped with the L/R buttons. You can fix this by holding down the ZL/ZR buttons when you plug it in (via USB) and it flips them the right way for you you'll know you've done this right because the bright red LED in the middle goes red (forever). Or you can just change your button lay out in the Smash Ultimate settings...Another point is that your switch sees this as a pro controller and NOT a gamecube controller, with Smash you can adjust your controller settings specifically for a gamecube controller, but if you want to do that for this controller you have the change the pro controller settings.All in all, a good controller for the money, I would recommend you get it for Smash Ultimate. Hope I covered everything.
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3.1.2019

The traditional Gamecube spring triggers as well as the Z button have been veto'd in favour of PS2 like shoulder and back buttons. As someone who grew up with a PS2, but maintained an interest in the Gamecube controller design, this is the best of both worlds. It is also worth noting that the Hori Battlepad is not recognised by the Nintendo Switch as a Gamecube controller. With the addition of a second shoulder button, it is recognised as a Nintendo Switch Pro controller, and is therefore compatible with pretty much everything, so you can jam on Mario Kart 8 and Zelda with these too! I haven't tried to break mine, but have been playing Smash, and mine have remained in for lack of a better term,resellable condition.
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10.12.2018

Even if it is not wireless, the controller is just awesome and really giving me a nostalgia trip. I only tried it for an hour or so, and it already feels like I'm playing Super Smash Bros Ultimate in a more natural way. It's not very big, it feels great in hand and it's not slippery, even though I was a little bit surprised at the beginning about the back's texture but nothing really bothering. It might become my favorite controller but I think playing with friends could improve my review and what I think about my new toy.

23.1.2019

It has an unusual grip on the back which you get used to quickly and works quite well.It plugs in via USB to your Switch, or a Switch with a USB splitter.It counts as a pro controller but has the R\ZR and L\ZL buttons reversed,. This is easily fixable if you play Smash for instance, by changing your profile.This is my go to Gamecube controller.

6.9.2020

This controller is incredible. Strongly recommend. I originally had a PowerA wired GameCube controller and it had many problems, broke easily, quality felt cheap, strange dirt kept appearing on the buttons. This controller feels beautiful to hold, has a nice grip, no dirt whatsoever and the analog stick feels x10 nicer. Strongly recommend.

19.2.2021

i like the see-through aspect of it, and it has worked pretty consistently for about half a year, however the buttons seem to lose there stiffness a bit (my a button and my friend with the same controllers shoulder button). the control stick has also worn a bit and lost its grip, but apart from that, a good controller

4.2.2019

It has everything you want about a gamecube controller in regards to button layout, feel and usage. But it has all the advantages of a pro-controller in the fact you have all the click of the sticks and home buttons etc. It's durable and has a solid build. The price for this controller is a bargain. Absolute steal.

10.2.2019

Good controller, works as expected. Lightweight, easy to use, good response, no loose buttons.Works in docked mode, also works in hand-held mode with a USB-C to A adapter (sometimes called OTG adapter).I plugged it into a Windows 10 PC and it works there too (it doesn't work on XBox however).

31.12.2018

This controller is too quality. Obviously I was sceptical with it only being under £30 BUT. It is probably the best controller I have used for the switch! Great for all types of games. Functions as it should responds to inputs perfectly. Overall it’s an amazing product.

12.12.2018

Going from the Joy-con grip to this is like going from having to walk on nails while balancing on your toes to walking in air max shoes. In short: absolutely necessary if your hands don't fit the joy-cons, and you're looking for a cheaper gamecube controller

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