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The '''Classic Controller''' is an extension or accessory for the [[Wii Remote]], allowing it to be used on [[Wii]] and [[Wii U]]. The controller is designed to allow players to play Wii games using a more traditional controller. Besides the two analog sticks, the button layout resembles that of the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System]]'s controller.
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|model='''Original/SNES:''' RVL-005<br>'''Pro:''' RVL-005(-02)<br>'''NES:''' CLV-002
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The '''Classic Controller''' is an extension or accessory for the [[Wii Remote]], allowing it to be used on [[Wii]] and [[Wii U]]. The controller is designed to allow players to play Wii games using a more traditional controller, as well as [[Virtual Console]] titles (namely [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]] and [[Nintendo 64]] titles) which require more buttons than are on the Wii Remote, as an alternative to using a [[Nintendo GameCube Controller]].
  
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On February 26 2009, Nintendo listed a Classic Controller PRO on its Japanese website, which features ZL and ZR buttons as full-fledged shoulder buttons, as well as added controller grips. The L and R buttons have also been changed to being digital rather than analog. The size of the same controller is also slightly bigger than its old revision. Originally codenamed "Shell"<ref>Gibson, Ellie. [http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/i_jimmerrick_revcon Eurogamer: Jim Merrick Takes Control Wii Interview, dated 9/16/2005.] Retrieved 6/11/2010</ref>, The Classic Controller PRO was released in Japan on August 1, 2009 in both black and white colors. The controller was later released in North America and Europe in November 2009.
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The Classic Controller was succeeded by the [[Wii U Pro Controller]], though Classic Controllers can still be used with [[Wii U]]. As of April 2014, the Classic Controller is no longer being manufactured.<ref name="discontinue">[http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/04/wii_classic_controllers_no_longer_being_manufactured_by_nintendo Wii Classic Controllers No Longer Being Manufactured By Nintendo]. Nintendo Life. (April 9, 2014.) Retrieved June 13, 2015.</ref>
  
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The reason why the Wii Remote cannot be used for some [[Virtual Console]] console games is because certain consoles need additional buttons, while the [[Nintendo 64]] games need an analog stick. Also, using a [[Nintendo GameCube]] controller can be more awkward for many Super Nintendo games due to the drastically different button layout.
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==Features==
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Rather than connecting directly to the console, the Classic Controller connects to the [[Wii Remote]] in a similar manner to the [[Nunchuk]] accessory, using the expansion port on the bottom of the remote. The Classic Controller features a similar button layout and form factor to the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System Controller|SNES Controller]], though with two analog control sticks on the bottom of the controller, and a pair of additional shoulder buttons, ZL and ZR, positioned directly next to the L and R buttons. The HOME button is also positioned between the Start and Select buttons.
  
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The Wii Classic Controller and Classic Controller Pro have been succeeded by the [[Wii U Pro Controller]]. As of April 2014, both versions of the Classic Controller are no longer being manufactured.<ref>[http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/04/wii_classic_controllers_no_longer_being_manufactured_by_nintendo Wii Classic Controllers No Longer Being Manufactured By Nintendo]. Nintendo Life. (April 9, 2014.) Retrieved June 13, 2015.</ref>
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==Variants==
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===SNES Classic Controller===
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The SNES Classic Controller is a variant of the Classic Controller based on the original Super Famicom controller. The controller was released exclusively to [[Club Nintendo]] members; in Japan the controller was made available as a reward for Platinum members in 2007, while in Europe and Australia it was released as a regular coin purchase in 2010.
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===Classic Controller Pro===
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[[File:Classic Controller Pro.jpg|thumb|left|The black Classic Controller Pro.]]
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On February 26 2009, Nintendo listed a Classic Controller PRO on its Japanese website, which features ZL and ZR buttons as full-fledged shoulder buttons beneath the L and R buttons, as well as added controller grips. The original's analog L and R buttons (similar to a [[Nintendo GameCube Controller]]) have also been replaced with digital buttons. The size of the controller is also slightly bigger than its old revision, and has a completely different form factor, more resembling a modern controller with grips. Originally codenamed "Shell"<ref>Gibson, Ellie. [http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/i_jimmerrick_revcon Eurogamer: Jim Merrick Takes Control Wii Interview, dated 9/16/2005.] Retrieved 6/11/2010</ref>, The Classic Controller Pro was released in Japan on August 1, 2009 in both black and white colors. The controller was later released in North America and Europe in November 2009.
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As with the original model, as of April 2014 the Classic Controller Pro has been discontinued.<ref name="discontinue"/>
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===NES Classic Controller===
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[[File:NES Classic Controller.png|thumb|200px|The NES Classic Controller.]]
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Alongside the [[Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition]], Nintendo also announced the NES Classic Controller, a version of the controller designed after the [[Nintendo Entertainment System Controller|NES Controller]], released with the NES Classic Edition itself in November 2016. All NES Classic Edition consoles are bundled with one controller, while additional controllers can be purchased separately. While it is primarily meant to be used with the NES Classic Edition, the controller can also be used to play NES [[Virtual Console]] titles on [[Wii]] or [[Wii U]].<ref name="Nintendo">[http://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/detail/relive-past-glories-with-nintendos-ultimate-retro-gaming-experience Relive past glories with Nintendo's ultimate retro gaming experience]. Nintendo (July 14, 2016). Retrieved July 14, 2016.</ref>
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With the discontinuation of the Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition in April 2017, the NES Classic Controller has also ceased production.<ref name="discontinue NA">[http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/04/13/nintendo-discontinues-the-nes-classic-edition Nintendo Discontinues the NES Classic Edition]. IGN (April 13, 2017). Retrieved April 13, 2017.</ref>
 
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Latest revision as of 16:44, 24 September 2017

Classic Controller
Classic Controller.jpg
White Classic Controller.
Release year: Original: 2006
SNES: 2007
Pro: 2009
NES: 2016
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Compatible: Wii, Wii U
Model no.: Original/SNES: RVL-005
Pro: RVL-005(-02)
NES: CLV-002

The Classic Controller is an extension or accessory for the Wii Remote, allowing it to be used on Wii and Wii U. The controller is designed to allow players to play Wii games using a more traditional controller, as well as Virtual Console titles (namely SNES and Nintendo 64 titles) which require more buttons than are on the Wii Remote, as an alternative to using a Nintendo GameCube Controller.

The Classic Controller was succeeded by the Wii U Pro Controller, though Classic Controllers can still be used with Wii U. As of April 2014, the Classic Controller is no longer being manufactured.[1]

Features

Rather than connecting directly to the console, the Classic Controller connects to the Wii Remote in a similar manner to the Nunchuk accessory, using the expansion port on the bottom of the remote. The Classic Controller features a similar button layout and form factor to the SNES Controller, though with two analog control sticks on the bottom of the controller, and a pair of additional shoulder buttons, ZL and ZR, positioned directly next to the L and R buttons. The HOME button is also positioned between the Start and Select buttons.

Variants

SNES Classic Controller

The SNES Classic Controller is a variant of the Classic Controller based on the original Super Famicom controller. The controller was released exclusively to Club Nintendo members; in Japan the controller was made available as a reward for Platinum members in 2007, while in Europe and Australia it was released as a regular coin purchase in 2010.

Classic Controller Pro

The black Classic Controller Pro.

On February 26 2009, Nintendo listed a Classic Controller PRO on its Japanese website, which features ZL and ZR buttons as full-fledged shoulder buttons beneath the L and R buttons, as well as added controller grips. The original's analog L and R buttons (similar to a Nintendo GameCube Controller) have also been replaced with digital buttons. The size of the controller is also slightly bigger than its old revision, and has a completely different form factor, more resembling a modern controller with grips. Originally codenamed "Shell"[2], The Classic Controller Pro was released in Japan on August 1, 2009 in both black and white colors. The controller was later released in North America and Europe in November 2009.

As with the original model, as of April 2014 the Classic Controller Pro has been discontinued.[1]

NES Classic Controller

The NES Classic Controller.

Alongside the Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition, Nintendo also announced the NES Classic Controller, a version of the controller designed after the NES Controller, released with the NES Classic Edition itself in November 2016. All NES Classic Edition consoles are bundled with one controller, while additional controllers can be purchased separately. While it is primarily meant to be used with the NES Classic Edition, the controller can also be used to play NES Virtual Console titles on Wii or Wii U.[3]

With the discontinuation of the Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition in April 2017, the NES Classic Controller has also ceased production.[4]

External links

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Wii Classic Controllers No Longer Being Manufactured By Nintendo. Nintendo Life. (April 9, 2014.) Retrieved June 13, 2015.
  2. ↑ Gibson, Ellie. Eurogamer: Jim Merrick Takes Control Wii Interview, dated 9/16/2005. Retrieved 6/11/2010
  3. ↑ Relive past glories with Nintendo's ultimate retro gaming experience. Nintendo (July 14, 2016). Retrieved July 14, 2016.
  4. ↑ Nintendo Discontinues the NES Classic Edition. IGN (April 13, 2017). Retrieved April 13, 2017.


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