How much does a Nintendo GameCube controller cost?

The standard price of a USB wired, third-party controller hovers consistently around the $24.99 price mark. In comparison, the GameCube controller is slightly more expensive, coming in at $29.99.

Is Nintendo still making GameCube controllers?

Years after the GameCube’s discontinuation, Nintendo officially re-released the controller, with the international launch of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and the international launch of its successor, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate….GameCube controller.

Indigo GameCube controller
Manufacturer	Nintendo
Lifespan	2001–present

Do new GameCube controllers work on GameCube?

No. The GameCube controllers designed for Switch have a USB connector, while the GameCube uses a proprietary connection. This means it is not possible to use a Switch-branded GameCube controller on an original GameCube.

Is the GameCube controller the best for Smash?

He added: “The Smash community favors the GameCube controller so much because we’ve been using it ever since 2001, for Melee. It’s muscle memory. We’re so used to using it for the past few decades… That’s the main reason that Smash pros prefer it.

Why do Smash players prefer GameCube controllers?

The GameCube (GC) controller is preferred because of many reasons, including price, being comfortable, and it’s history in the competitive Smash scene. The GC controller has existed since Melee, more than a decade and it still remains to be unchanged because the controller fulfills it’s job.

Is it easier to play Smash with a GameCube controller?

A Legend For a Reason Let’s be real – ever since Melee, an all-around better Super Smash Brothers controller has yet to come along. The classic GameCube controller is so well designed for Smash Brothers because so many of the moves in the game were built with it in mind.