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[easyheimer]

Ok, so my wii u is coming in today and I'm looking to buy a pro controller so I am a little more comfortable with some games since I am an avid gamer. I was looking at the Nintendo Wii U Pro Controller and in my opinion I think it's a bit overpriced. I found these Nyko Pro Commander controllers for $12.99 a piece through this groupon. If you buy two you also get free shipping which doesn't seem like a bad deal. Has anyone had experience with this controller, and is it worth it even at this price? Looking to pull the trigger soon so opinions are welcomed!

https://www.groupon....aa3fc1c24d8de27

Thanks!

[NintendoReport]

For that price I'd say it's a good buy. Wii U pro controllers really are superior though and are highly recommended by many. I have two wii u pro controllers and they feel good in my hands, haven't had any issues with it and has a LONG lasting battery of about 80 hours.

 

Keep an eye out on the internet, sometimes you can get a good deal on a pro controller for around 25/30 bucks... just beware of ripoffs

Edited by Sorceror12, 30 June 2014 - 10:54 AM.

[Raiden]

Not to mention the knockoff WiiU Pro's box and controller look almost the same. However 2 things to spot a fake. Screw on the batt cover is silver on fakes and black on the real one. Second the USB cable is black instead of the Nintendo branded grey one.

[Scumbag]

Stick with the official Pro controller, well worth it especially with it's huge battery life.

[easyheimer]

Decided to pull the trigger on this one. For this price it's worth the risk. Plus a buddy is going halfsies for one.

[NintendoReport]

Decided to pull the trigger on this one. For this price it's worth the risk. Plus a buddy is going halfsies for one.

 

I agree, the amazon reviews seemed favorable and for that price its worth it. Down the road, still consider picking up a wii u pro if you find one on sale.

[alex15810]

Ok, so my wii u is coming in today and I'm looking to buy a pro controller so I am a little more comfortable with some games since I am an avid gamer. I was looking at the Nintendo Wii U Pro Controller and in my opinion I think it's a bit overpriced. I found these Nyko Pro Commander controllers for $12.99 a piece through this groupon. If you buy two you also get free shipping which doesn't seem like a bad deal. Has anyone had experience with this controller, and is it worth it even at this price? Looking to pull the trigger soon so opinions are welcomed!

https://www.groupon....aa3fc1c24d8de27

Thanks!

 

I own a Wii U Pro Controller and I also bought 2 Nyko Pro Commanders through that groupon promotion.

 

I like the Nintendo controller a lot more and recommend it over the Nyko. The Nykos are smaller, don't feel as good in my hand, and the #1 thing I hate about them is the joysticks are concave on the top, not convex like the Nintendo Pro Controller. Because of this I have huge problems making the small, precise finger movements I need to make...especially when playing call of duty and mario kart 8. Concave is just a horrible design IMO, it forces me to put my thumb in one spot on the joystick instead being able to put my thumbs in a variety of different positions. However, this is just me. My brother doesn't seem to mind it.

 

As for positives, If you are a long time Xbox 360 player you might like the Nyko because it is virtually a copy of a 360 controller - it has a staggered joystick design unlike the Nintendo Pro which has both joysticks on top of the controller. Also, the surface of the controller has a good grip and texture, better than the Nintendo controller's glossy surface. And the price is obviously much better than the Nintendo Pro Controller. if you need a few extra controllers for your friends to play with you on ocassions but don't want to shell out the money for multiple Nintendo controllers, the Nykos are a good buy. That's what I bought mine for.

Edited by alex15810, 03 July 2014 - 10:42 AM.

[iEatTacos]

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[EvilMoogle]

I've had a Nyko Pro Commander controller for a while now and I'm considering buying another one because it's comfortable and incredibly cheap but it doesn't feel like a cheap product at all.