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Classic Controller
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.
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"[1], 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.
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.
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.[2]
References
- ↑ Gibson, Ellie. Eurogamer: Jim Merrick Takes Control Wii Interview, dated 9/16/2005. Retrieved 6/11/2010
- ↑ Wii Classic Controllers No Longer Being Manufactured By Nintendo. Nintendo Life. (April 9, 2014.) Retrieved June 13, 2015.
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