Why can't nintendo make a proper controller

That way they wouldn't spend money on that and spend on improving the graphics and stuff like that.swrowe78

Like it or hate it, the controller has become Nintendo's thing. For the new gen, it's a $130 controller that you can't replace if it breaks.

If nintendo did that then we'd have 3 identical consoles to choose from. It's good that Nintendo is creating its own unique identity.

That way they wouldn't spend money on that and spend on improving the graphics and stuff like that.swrowe78

Because gameplay is most important?

Because they can do both at the same time? Who are you to say they need to make a console that is X times more powerful when they can make one just as good that is Y times more powerful?

Like it or hate it, the controller has become Nintendo's thing. For the new gen, it's a $130 controller that you can't replace if it breaks.

Pirate700

[QUOTE="swrowe78"]That way they wouldn't spend money on that and spend on improving the graphics and stuff like that.enrique_marrodz

here here.... graphics? get a PC

old school controller? get oine of the HD twins(360/ps3)

[QUOTE="Pirate700"]

Like it or hate it, the controller has become Nintendo's thing. For the new gen, it's a $130 controller that you can't replace if it breaks.

guitarist4292

Not true. Of course they'd offer an option to replace broken gamepads. It costs money, but when has smashing something ever been covered by warranty without some extra care plan? I'm sure if it's a hardware failure, they won't charge. Nintendo's customer support has been great by every account I've seen during the Wii era for problems that aren't the user's fault.
http://wiiudaily.com/2012/09/broken-gamepads-replace/

But seriously, who breaks controllers anyway?

guitarist4292

[QUOTE="guitarist4292"]

Not true. Of course they'd offer an option to replace broken gamepads. It costs money, but when has smashing something ever been covered by warranty without some extra care plan? I'm sure if it's a hardware failure, they won't charge. Nintendo's customer support has been great by every account I've seen during the Wii era for problems that aren't the user's fault.
http://wiiudaily.com/2012/09/broken-gamepads-replace/

But seriously, who breaks controllers anyway?

JustPlainLucas

That way they wouldn't spend money on that and spend on improving the graphics and stuff like that.swrowe78

Well, in my opinion, the GC pad would be close to perfection if they tweaked it a little and yes, they could exchange the expensive pad for more hardware muscle.

However, I also think that if they went with that approach, the Wii U (or however they would call it) would not be much different from the other consoles.

Basically you would be looking at a little prettier games than on the current consoles but still not up to PC level.

With the tablet pad, they atleast have something going for it that distinguishes it from the competition.

Now Sony may claim that the PS3 + Vita combo can be used to same effect, but that's only talks.

And besides, not every PS3 owner has a Vita so I don't see many titles supporting that combo.

You have to think broader than just "traditional controller, better hardware" because if that would correspond with your needs doesn't mean it would also with everyone (infact you may be in the minority).

And to conclude - Nintendo were always innovating in the control department.

The NES had the D-pad, the SNES the shoulder buttons and four button layout, the N64 the analog stick and force feedback, the GC a ergonomic analog stick placement, the DS a 2nd touch screen, the Wii motion controls, ect.

The Wii U pad is an expected evolution that opens new possibilties (whether good or bad).

Proof is in the soup...

Proof is in the soup...

Xplode_77

This fake one looks better to me:

I don't know why they went with the 360 design when they already had the awesome GC design...

I don't know why they went with the 360 design when they already had the awesome GC design...

nameless12345

GC controller sux imo ..I didn't like it, I tend to think its Nintendo wanting to be different for the sake of being different. So glad they went back to SNES control pad design style...of course now updated with extra buttons and analog stick.

That way they wouldn't spend money on that and spend on improving the graphics and stuff like that.swrowe78

Just don't expect to enjoy racing games with the non-analog, digital triggers, unless its a cart game.FastEddie2121

stop your gripping , if you dont like the pad you can always buy a u pro controller to use it is exactly like the xbox360 controller except stick placment ,

Troll?

Its called INNOVATION. Every time Nintendo makes a new system we get a new controller. Unlike Playstation and Xbox where it looks the same every system. People are afraid of mastering a new controller or to damn lazy. Seriously. Nintendo does whats right.

[QUOTE="FastEddie2121"]Just don't expect to enjoy racing games with the non-analog, digital triggers, unless its a cart game.El_Zo1212o

[QUOTE="El_Zo1212o"][QUOTE="FastEddie2121"]Just don't expect to enjoy racing games with the non-analog, digital triggers, unless its a cart game.FastEddie2121

Graphics have improved. :|

"Proper controller" is subjective. If you mean something that's just more of the same(thumb sticks, buttons, nothing special), it's already available to you. Obviously you missed the announcement at some point.