Very solid controller with contemporary improvements to the Gamecube layout. I primarily use this controller for playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition, and Gamecube games via Dolphin emulator (PC).
IMPORTANT for BLUETOOTH:
To connect to PC via Bluetooth, on your PC (tested on Windows 10) navigate to Settings --> Bluetooth & Other Devices.
Select 'Add Bluetooth or other device".
Hold Home to put the controller in search mode as an Xbox controller. [OR] press Home + X to put it in search mode as a Nintendo Pro Controller to take advantage of gyro and other Switch configurations.
- Works on Nintendo Switch and Steam out of the box.
- Wired and wireless communication. (Wireless requires separate Bluetooth dongle for PC.)
- Includes all additional buttons (L3, R3, L, and -).
- C-Stick has a cap/wider lip for better camera control.
- D-Pad is slightly bigger and more responsive and comfortable to press with less resistance.
- Center buttons have a slightly different layout than pictured (at the time of purchase).
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- Documentation needs MUCH improvement. I had to figure out a lot of functionality myself.
- Connectivity lights are placed below the center buttons and are hidden when looking straight at the controller. A huge plus for me since I don't like being distracted by them while playing in the dark.
- Shoulder buttons ZR/ZL are digital and are easier to press but do not support analog variation necessary for some games (Super Mario Sunshine). Shielding is faster/easier in Smash Bros.
- Material is matte and doesn't become as slick with sweat nearly as easily.
- Rumble works well. Can press Turbo + [+] and [-] to adjust rumble strength.
- Battery life is long, lasted me the whole week of regular play and charges fast.
- Allegedly includes gyro/motion controls. Have not yet tested this feature out as it's not a common feature outside Splatoon 2 and DOOM (2016).
Cons/Concerns:
- First controller I received, the ZR button didn't always register. I was able to return and replace it quickly and easily. Took 2 days to get to me. Second controller had no issues.
- Controller is recognized as an XBOX 360 controller on Steam which means it cannot utilize gyro. I don't know a work around for this yet. This seems to be a problem exclusively with a wired connection though I'm unable to test with Bluetooth at the moment.
- Kind of annoying, the shoulder buttons are labeled like an XBOX controller. The R, L, ZR, and ZL buttons are labeled as RB, LB, R, and L respectively. Function is the same, but could be confusing on Switch.
- There's a tiny hole just above the Exlene logo on the back. At first I thought it was a manufacturing error, but both controllers I received had them and some promo pictures do as well. I'm unsure what this is for. Perhaps a factory reset button?
- The inclusion of Turbo makes this controller not eligible for tournament play and has very minimal use. I'd prefer if it were left off.
- I do not know how long this controller will last. I hope to use it regularly for a few years. I bought the extended warranty. I will report back if this becomes an issue.
Overall, very good controller and am very happy with it.
EXLENE Gamecube Controller Switch, Wireless Switch Pro Controller for Nintendo Switch/Lite/PC/Android/iOS/Steam, Support Wake
4.1 | 1,366 ratings
Price: 49.99
Last update: 06-20-2024
About this item
Full Button Layout with Switch Pro controller & High Compatibility: This Bluetooth Gamecube Controller is designed to recall the look and feel of a GameCube controller, but also let players have fun with Super Smash Bros and other switch games (Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Splatoon, Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda,Breath of the Wild...etc). It features full button layout with any modern Switch Pro controller and support to play on Switch, Lite, PC, IOS, Android, Steam.
One-Button Wake-up & Work easily on PC: This gamecube switch controller support clicking the Home button to wake up the switch system when the game console is in sleep mode. Pairing is easy. This switch controller also syncs up very quickly on PC by a bluetooth dongle. (the dongle is not included in box. please purchase individually)Just plug in, press and hold the sync buttons, your PC/laptop will register the Wireless Gamecube Controller.
Turbo, Auto Turbo & Adjustable Rumble: Its turbo function is available by holding "T" button and pressing any botton (A/B/X/Y/L/R/ZL/ZR) to come to Turbo version; Do it again to make the button you choosed to Auto Turbo. 3 levels (20s/s, 12s/s, 5s/s) are to meet different needs of different action shooters. This Wireless Switch Controller has a built in dual motors for vibration features by press "T" button and "+" or "-" to up and down the rumble feel you need. Five levels are for your choice.
Gyro Functionality & High Precision Joysticks: With the six-axis gyro sensor, this pro controller switch will ensure a precise direction control with sensitive and immersize expericence on all motion sensoring games. 360° no-dead zone joysticks and zero-delay keys are to improve user's gaming configuration and feel. The whole controller fit exact to your palm naturally with more comfortable holding feeling, it has ergonomics design.
A,B,X,Y button Swapping & Screenshot Functionality: You don't have to endure the button Chaos when playing PC game by using this switch wireless controller. Just hold down A.X.B.Y together to swap the buttons' bindings with the replacement typical of Xbox controllers. This Gamecube Nintendo Switch Controller has a screenshot button, you can capture and save screenshots of many screens, including scenes during gameplay.
One-Button Wake-up & Work easily on PC: This gamecube switch controller support clicking the Home button to wake up the switch system when the game console is in sleep mode. Pairing is easy. This switch controller also syncs up very quickly on PC by a bluetooth dongle. (the dongle is not included in box. please purchase individually)Just plug in, press and hold the sync buttons, your PC/laptop will register the Wireless Gamecube Controller.
Turbo, Auto Turbo & Adjustable Rumble: Its turbo function is available by holding "T" button and pressing any botton (A/B/X/Y/L/R/ZL/ZR) to come to Turbo version; Do it again to make the button you choosed to Auto Turbo. 3 levels (20s/s, 12s/s, 5s/s) are to meet different needs of different action shooters. This Wireless Switch Controller has a built in dual motors for vibration features by press "T" button and "+" or "-" to up and down the rumble feel you need. Five levels are for your choice.
Gyro Functionality & High Precision Joysticks: With the six-axis gyro sensor, this pro controller switch will ensure a precise direction control with sensitive and immersize expericence on all motion sensoring games. 360° no-dead zone joysticks and zero-delay keys are to improve user's gaming configuration and feel. The whole controller fit exact to your palm naturally with more comfortable holding feeling, it has ergonomics design.
A,B,X,Y button Swapping & Screenshot Functionality: You don't have to endure the button Chaos when playing PC game by using this switch wireless controller. Just hold down A.X.B.Y together to swap the buttons' bindings with the replacement typical of Xbox controllers. This Gamecube Nintendo Switch Controller has a screenshot button, you can capture and save screenshots of many screens, including scenes during gameplay.
Product information
| ASIN | B09NVVQ8GL |
|---|---|
| Customer Reviews |
4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars
1,366 ratings
4.0 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,428 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #231 in GEM Box Microconsole #550 in Nintendo Switch Controllers |
| Product Dimensions | 5.31 x 4.06 x 2.36 inches; 6.49 ounces |
| Item Weight | 6.5 ounces |
| Manufacturer | EXLENE |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Date First Available | March 23, 2019 |
Top reviews from the United States
Nick Swenson
Exactly what I want in a contemporary GCN controller.
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2022Michael
Best gamecube controller
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2019J.R.
Good overall
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2019
J.R.
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2019
The control sticks feel really well imo, I really like how the c-stick is improved over the original c-stick & how the flick back is on both control sticks.
The analog sticks do have more dead zones by a bit than the pro controller for example, moving Link or Mario in their respective games with the GC controller does take a little more push than usual on the stick for them to start walking whereas with the pro, just a little push & the input is already being read.
It does feel a little weird to use this controller with BoTW seeing how the red B button is used for jumping & the X button is used for sprinting, while the Y button is used for actual attacking & the big ol' green A button is just used for interacting.
With Odyssey the controller is okay with it, both A & B button are used for jumping as well with X & Y buttons being used for throwing Cappy but the problem comes with the vibration as well with the L & R triggers.
This controller feels like a damn earthquake in your hands when set to on, also the L & R triggers do miss inputs alot when you try to leap forward with Mario but the motion controls work fine when throwing cappy around so there's a plus I guess.
In this case I rather just stick with a Pro controller when playing Odyssey to be fairly honest If the rumble wasn't too much like an earthquake.
Wait until you try out this controller with the vibration on for MK8D, word of advice DON'T! Other than that MK8D with this controller is good.
The D-Pad is surprisingly great, smaller than the pro controller but it works well with SMM2 & I have no complaints with it.
So now with SSBU, the controller works really well compared to my PowerA wired one before.
The left stick works well with my wave dancing & smash attacks, the C-stick also works well with tilt attacks since it has a nice flick back on the stick, not to mention the larger size of the C-stick is a nice improvement imo.
The purple shoulder buttons work good since they're clicky, the trigger buttons are digital but the left sucks at inputs at time because well it's broken lol.
A,B,X,Y buttons work as intended don't make as much noise compared to the PowerA buttons.
Overall The Exlene Gamecube controller is a really good one overall despite the earthquake rumble & the left trigger, has a nice matte finish on it so it feels nice in my hands.
I recommend this product for what the price is currently asking for & if you can get it for on sale for $30 or under then that's a steal of a deal right there.
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