Wasn't this video published some days ago? I swear I already saw it, I clearly remember the part of the braided cable in a right angle. It's so weird that there are no comments talking about that.
It also applies to the new Pokemon options they just released (Pikachu, Espeon, and Umbreon). I'm not sure how I feel about the lack of travel now that I've used one for Smash for half a year, but it'll definitely help with responsiveness - just needs some getting used to.
I bought the power A pikachu gamecube controller and it’s really good except for the triggers. I only use it when I go out cause I have my OG controller but I’m never getting used to those triggers with no travels
I think the idea for the right angle USB is that you are not playing it while charging.. I think they went with a nice angle for setting the controller somewhere discrete to charge.
The USB-C cable is pretty much randomly picked to package alongside the controller. You can interchangeably use your own USB-C if you dislike the right angle orientation.
Spawn wave: here’s how the power a controller surprised me Me: he seems to be saying how good this controller is, and I do need a controller for smash bros *orders controller* Spawn wave: *starts talking about how this new controller is better than the controller I got a month ago* Me: .........f....f......FUUUUUU-
@@MLLW1129 It's about the input, and the way you can feel the gamecube controller triggers traveling from the unpressed position to pressed. More travel means you'd have to press the button all the way in for the button input to register
I know the video is old, but I wanted to share my experience with the Exlene controller vs the PowerA one. Both have pros and cons. The Exlene GC controller: Bought in April 2021. Overall feels great at first, and the best thing about it is that the Switch recognizes it as Pro Controller, so you can do custom Buttom Mapping, unlike the PowerA one. Unfortunately, not many months into having it, I decided to check the Button Testing, and the ZL/ZR buttons have double and even triple input in a single tap of either button, and this is detrimental if I'm playing game that requires me holding those buttons for whatever reason (like aiming and shooting in Splatoon 2). Even though it says it works on PC, it is not recognized as a Pro Controller by Steam on PC, and generally had issues setting it up. The PowerA GC controller: Bought in 2018, used it on both Switch and PC. Been using it for almost 3 years now, and still holding up well, and I don't mind changing its AA batteries when it needs to. I stopped using it on Switch however, and use it on only PC, since Steam recognizes it as a Pro Controller, so setting it up there was no hassle. And the reason why I stopped using it on Switch was because I really wanted to map custom buttons on it, but the switch wouldn't let me, unlike the Exlene controller. Final verdict. The PowerA has durability and functionality, even though it ended up not being suitable for my Switch for my own personal reasons. The Exlene feels cheap and had problems with button inputs without using it very much, so if you buy one it might be a bit risky in my opinion.
Everyone will be breaking their controllers lmao, if they play ssbu competitively esspecially, both wired and wireless power A controllers got stick drift in 6 months wouldn't recommend either Sadly unless you have a real old DOL 001, 002, 003 or 004 even the smash GC Controller other than that your pretty much screwed and if course some are defective but most of them work unlike any other GC Controller brand, personally I just play with the pro controller and rock candy pdp pro controller along with another third party pro controller. I know it's not what anyone wants to hear but it's true weather you agree with this or not doesn't concern me take this how you want just warning fellow competitive smash players. Also always check reviews, there's Been countless of other victims to this controller searching hunt me being one of them it sucks the last thing you want to do is pay 40 or higher for a controller that's going to break in a year or less. Remember if your not playing smash bros you have a great chance of keeping your controller but still.
You forgot to mention a big addition that the Power A controller does not have HD rumble that is something I figured you would have mentioned right off the bat.
I wish PowerA included rumble in their controllers. I don't really even mind the lack of a rechargeable battery, I just really like the feedback in my games.
How do the buttons feel, particularly the "A Button", compared to the original Gamecube controller? My biggest complaint about the PowerA wireless controller is that the "A button" feels very hollow and click-y compared to the original.
Yes, the blue color is bluetooth verison with improved feature like larger-d pad, black color is usb dongle version. But the black usb dongle version will be changed to bluetooth version soon, with more improved feature and function. thanks for focusing on Exlene controller.
@@zkatt3238 Yes, the blue color is bluetooth verison with improved feature like larger-d pad, black color is usb dongle version. But the black usb dongle version will be changed to bluetooth version soon, with more improved feature and function. thanks for focusing on Exlene controller.
I got a purple one of these Exlene controllers, and I love it. Although, weirdly mine is a different version, it didn't come with the little usb-nub, because it's bluetooth connects directly to my Switch and gets recognized as a Pro controller, not a wired USB controller. Guess they have two versions, wonder if mine is a newer model or something, I got it like 3 weeks ago.
@@BlinksAwakening its not a big problem and doesnt happen if you press it just happens when you hold usally you only tell when ZR is the run button but not so much in like a fps
If you look at the board where the c stick is there are three screws like in most modern versions of the gamecube controller, that makes me believe the controller uses at least some of the same parts as a real gamecube controller which would be great for customizers depending on whats the same.
Fantastic tech wave video Jon(SW). Barring the cheap build quality and the pants D-Pad (although the D-Pad on the Original GC Controller wasn't the best either lol) i feel Exlene probably has the best GC type Controller for the Switch and i think Exlene and Power A can take bits from each other too make an even better GC Controller for the Switch in the future.
You missed the craziest part about this controller. The triggers ARE analog. Plug it in on PC and it registers as an x-input device. The triggers will register analog input based o how hard you press them in even though there is no travel. It's nuts. Not what I would prefer, but still a pretty decent option for Gamecube emulation if you gotta go wireless.
Man this is such bullshit I bought the controller based on this comment and now I find out you were either lying or (more likely) the company removed the feature. Definitely returning this shit
don't know if you still check back on older video's comments, but I've had it for a while and I like it. After a very short time the L trigger stopped working though, so I rarely use it. before I open it up and try to fix it, I wanted to ask: did you encounter this before? what may be the issue and how could I fix it?
Yup, i feel like the Power A controllers are high in performance, but low in durability. The button tends to jammed, the spring that holds the battery in place sometimes fall out and the control stick tend to drift. I regret not buying a warranty for my power A controllers...sigh. I'm going to try this controller out, i'm tired of buying batteries as well
Internal battery _and_ rumble?! *Yes please.* Those are the two things that have prevented me from buying those Power A controllers. After using the Dualshock 4 and Pro Controller there's no way I can go back to using a controller that takes double A batteries. And while lack of rumble isn't a super huge deal, it's also kind of lame not to have it.
Wait, so is this thing actually bluetooth, or do you always need the dongle for all devices? If it is, why can't it just connect directly to the switch?
It's a protocol thing. Theoretically it could if you re-programmed the controllers bluetooth to give out the same frequency as a Pro-Controller. The people who made this controller just don't know that frequency so they just used their own, which is why we are stuck with a dongle to begin with.
There is a Bluetooth version with no dongle (indigo) and a 2.4g wireless version that uses a dongle (black) Look on Amazon. Just type in Exlene GameCube Controller
Hori's is better than the Power A ones by FAR. Digital Triggers, Turbo Button, it's got everything good. Though Hori has a weird thing where the triggers and bumper binding is swapped by default, you can fix that by holding the buttons in when plugging it in. That unswaps them.
@@Hadeks_Marow Which one is this? The wired Hori Gamecube one? That one is pretty blocky and uncomfortable to hold. Plus, if I want to use a wired Gamecube-style controller, I have 4 original gamecune controllers. I'm after that wireless and motion control play. Don't pretend that you didn't flip the controller completely upside down for a few of the shrines in Breath of the Wild.
@@zkatt3238 I was referring to the Hori USB wired gamecube controllers. I have both 2 hori usb gamecube pro controllers and 2 powerA usb gamecube pro controllers. The ones I bought from Hori were the M and L variants of red and green. The triggers are digital and feel more modern. Other than that and the fact that it has a turbo button, it feels like your standard gamecube pro controller (pro controller meaning it's designed to work as a switch pro controller on the software side with it's capture, home and select buttons, which is how almost all USB gamecube controllers operate). The PowerA have bad triggers, they are fake analog, meaning you have to push them ALL the way in before it counts as a press and they need to be pushed in FAR, it also lacks a turbo button, tho that's not a big consequence. As for the sticks, I can't put my finger on it, hori's just feel slightly better, but keep in mind I tested both sticks in 3D games like Odyssey and Splatoon so results may vary. One thing power A might be better at though is the D-pad, no promises there though due to how when I think gamecube controller, I don't think D-pad so I don't give that area alot of attention. Make no mistake though, as far as gripping them go, they both feel equally comfortable and semi identical with holding them save for the triggers, that part is personal preference. All that being said, the controller in the video seems to grant the best of both worlds. Digital triggers while still maintaining the trigger shape of the original, a turbo button WITH motion controls and can be wireless-dongle but also be charged via a USB-C cable. I am HONESTLY strongly considering getting one of these as well in the coming months.
@@Hadeks_Marow Thanks for the insight. I think the indigo version of the controller in the video is actually full bluetooth, without a dongle. Don't know if it can wake the switch up though.
I have 4 usb gamecube controllers. 2 PowerA, 2 Hori. But between the plug to charge, no battery. You had my interest. Having TRUE DIGITAL triggers though sold me on in. I'm getting it in the coming months. This thing isn't going anywhere, right?
Okay guys, so APPARENTLY, this controller comes in 2 colors, and the blue version uses Bluetooth *without* a dongle. And it is pretty much the same price. No idea if it can wake up the Switch or not though.
I'm still waiting for mine to arrive so idk, but in terms of which I prefer, it'll probably be the exelene all just because it doesn't use batteries, it uses USB-C cable which is just an instant turn on.
So just a question. Do the buttons feel clicky like the power a face buttons. The power a controller buttons seem to be very noisy when compared to a normal gc controller. How does this compare?
they go with the right angle because when you remove the charger from the controller you arent stressing the head where it connects to the wire at a right angle you dont pull in the same direction as that wire where it connects to the head thus extending the life of the charging chord
So I just purchased this and played it September 16th and the new wireless version does not have a dongle. It does not have an audio jack either. But it does feel much higher quality than the Power A GameCube controller that I bought and returned after a couple months when it broke.
Omg... I love the shameless mother 3 plug! This meme will live on until we get this game!!! I love it every time it randomly shows up in your videos. :)
Honestly the only reason I can think of for them using a right angle cable instead is if they make something that works better with a right angle cable, meaning that they went with them because they already have them. Sometimes right angle cables works better, say on like a drawing tablet, but on a controller at the top no it doesn't, if they put the port on the side and gave it a cable run, yeah I can see it working better
my thing is I like battery packs better than dealing with rechargeable batteries especially since almost everything I have is run off battery packs, laptop, Bluetooth speaker, phone, and xbone controller, I really don't use anything that runs off regular batteries anymore
@@Seragin the triggers are pressure sensitive, not travel sensitive like the playstation/xbox controllers^^ It's pretty weird to controll the pressure on the buttons, but it's a neat compromise between an analog trigger and the feeling of a digital trigger.
@@Seragin well it feels kinda weird to control the pressure, but in the other hand, I haven't used the controller that much, especially not with games that require the use of analog triggers. For what games do you intend to use it?
@@prisonmike3605 Same I already love the PowerA Gamecube controller I have the rechargeable batteries would be definitely a nice extra and especially rumble
See what I want is for 8-bitdo to make their do-it-yourself thing where you take a shell and the buttons from the old controller put the wireless board inside of it and make it work with stuff like the switch
Do you have to use the Dongle? If its bluetooth cant it connect directly to the switch? *Great work by the way, ive been watching your stuff lately, trying to get a Gamecube controller solution for a minimalistic build. IDK if ill have a monitor for the set up, but does it connect in table top mode?
They updated their design and now there are two wireless variants. This black one is connected with the dongle and the other is the blue/purple gamecube colour which is bluetooth. You do have to connect it to the switch via the cable for the first time and then is connected via bluetooth afterwards. Am considering buying one at the moment.
Thanks for sharing! Just ordered the blue variant through the affiliate link. I've been looking for a good Gamecube-like controller with shoulder buttons that don't pretend to be analog. The wider C-stick looks great, and hearing that the analog stick is surprisingly close to the original is certainly a plus! I can deal with the drawbacks. Can't wait to try it out on various titles.
I had one of those controllers a couple months ago, the left stick ended up getting worn out to the point where it was loose and uneven. The left stick also had a squeaking sound when it was tilted down. Had to replace it with a normal gamecube controller 2 days ago
I don't think it brings enough to the table for me to consider getting it honestly actually have been in search of actual gamecube controllers didn't buy any for smash ultimate when they were first released and I can't find any now which absolutely sucks because I don't want to buy used ones but it looks like that's the route I'm going
For the switch in handheld mode you need an alternative charger. I've got 1 that loops around back, and it's all metal tips with a bearded cabel. It's over a year old, practically new easily worth $11
For anyone who doesn't know, the "Aff Link" label in his video description is short for "Affiliate Link", which means that Spawn is an Affiliate of Amazon and makes a percentage of every sale made through that link. Also, I would NEVER buy a GC controller based on the recommendation of anyone other than a Smash player; there are many third-party GC controllers that might feel professional, but have horrible issues when it comes to controller inputs (reverse inputs on control sticks being one such problem I've run into in the past).
@Spawn Wave you should just buy a set of the Xbox elite controller DPad set & swap it out with the 3rd party controller's DPad if you even can do the and it'll feel a lot better than the one that is already on it
It looks like they have a Bluetooth version for $3 more on Amazon that doesn't need a dongle. They do mention that the left stick is "softer" on that one than the dongle version though which is odd.
@@RetroHabboRetro Yeah I just wasn't sure if a softer stick was a good or a bad thing. It's definitely tempting, although I wish it was available in black. I'd definitely prefer the bluetooth version.
@@TheAlmightyZing is the Bluetooth version pretty good and does it wake up the Switch? I am thinking of buying this Controller or 8bitdo SN30 Pro Controller?
Sure, this thing'll be great for Switch and all, but really, honestly, I wanna get this for the PS3 support. Like really, playing through Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix or Guided Fate Paradox with a GameCube controller? Yes pls
Got this about December. Around when smash came out and let me tell you; I got the wired one, and I can't put the thing down. Its just a good controller.
@@billable1861 I've heard others say that too, but I've had a pro controller since my PowerA that went out before my PowerA did. I don't play smash, but I use it all the time on Warframe and my PowerA has outlasted 2 joycon sets as well as my pro controller. Mine were ordered from overseas and shipped instead of being bought locally, not sure if there's a difference.
Crazy. today I bought a 2 pack of cheap GC controllers for my PC. They are wired but I wanted that GC feel while playing Twilight Princess on the Dolphin. Will be buying this one soon too lol!
Great video, always great quality! greetings from Argentina, you should try the Hori BattlePad, I have the wired and is a pleasure to use, its fairly cheap and have some great quality components.
right angles are better on the cord. it keeps it from snapping on the inside at the base. but I don't understand why this cord needs it? type C is so thick already that it is near impossible to break one
What is the best (lowest latency) controller for the switch. All I have is the joy cons and can't bring myself to buy the pro because of the price, unless it really is that much better
I am looking forward to a gamecube controller that supports gyro and both wireless and wired connection, you know like a pro controller, or a joycon, or any reasonable Switch controller.
I can't say this is universal, but from my experience with my daughter's way of ripping any cable (charger, headphone, etc) out if its socket; it seems to me that the right angle versions are much stronger.
Mayflash magic-ns is very good adapter for the switch that does most current controllers like the DS4 &3, xbox one, Wii and Wii u controllers, and also PC gamepads. It also works kn the PC as a wireless dongle for controllers.
@@andrewglefke1271 If I am being honest, this one could be better than Hori's. Hori GCC has a weird thing where you have to hold the triggers or bumpers when you plug it in so the bumpers/triggers aren't flipped.
I bought it 3 months ago, when literally no one has bought it and when it was new. I was surprised by its quality! Edit: I have the wired one (bought it for around 22 dollars at the exlene shop) which also has a headphone jack! and, fun fact, the triggers are actually analog. if you press the triggers to the point where they click, you go like 1/3 of the way. If you press it further, it goes further although it feels like you're trying to press a fully pressed button for no reason. Edit 2: The buttons are just pressure sensitive, I'm so bad at words lol
@@TheMattMercy there's a gap between the trigger and the actual button press. I was able to fill the gap with a little hot glue but you could use anything really. There's a video on my channel that shows what you're looking for.
I have to acknowledge how consistent you upload. I especially like these types of videos! Keep up the great videos, man!
Wasn't this video published some days ago? I swear I already saw it, I clearly remember the part of the braided cable in a right angle. It's so weird that there are no comments talking about that.
It's called da java fu..
He's definitely become one of my favorite reviewer/tech news people.
USB type C port/CABLE
Do you guys know if I could charge the controller with a wall plug in, in case I didn’t have my switch at the moment?
Power A fixed the non-analog L and R on later versions. I just got the gray one and L and R have no travel
But they still use AA batteries though
It also applies to the new Pokemon options they just released (Pikachu, Espeon, and Umbreon). I'm not sure how I feel about the lack of travel now that I've used one for Smash for half a year, but it'll definitely help with responsiveness - just needs some getting used to.
Also can you take some the part from AliExpress GameCube controller for the Power A?
I bought the power A pikachu gamecube controller and it’s really good except for the triggers. I only use it when I go out cause I have my OG controller but I’m never getting used to those triggers with no travels
This is great news! I had to open mine up and mod them to remove the travel
If only we could get a first party gamecube style switch controller with analog trigger support added to the switch.
Wesley Robb maybe nfc rumble and motion controls too
I doubt it, but honestly just release a goddamn lagless usb gamecube controller adapter already
@@ghastlymars7119 The adapter only adds half a frame at most. The least lag you can get is 7.5 frames, and the GCN has 8.
@@CristonKiraJennings don't you know that even the slightest amount of lag completely ruins the gameplay experience? Noob (this is 1000% a joke)
And HD rumble. That’s what makes me not get one.
I think the idea for the right angle USB is that you are not playing it while charging.. I think they went with a nice angle for setting the controller somewhere discrete to charge.
As well as helping reduce the chances that your cable doesn't have any damage near the connection due to stress damage over time
right angle cables work in certain situations, works best when charging the Switch on a playstand with a right angle cable.
You know what that right angle USB C _would_ be good for? Playing the Switch in handheld, but plugged into power.
Is it the same kind or is it android usb?
@@abishay-thatabiof1734 the switch and the controller both use usb-c
@@bigswag3383 no, switch doesn't use regular C-type, it's a proprietary C-type. Regular ones have the potential to damage it
@@kevin_lee_music xd no, its standart usb c
@@kevin_lee_music you been brainwashewd by nintendont CEOS
*I still have my 4 wavebrids with 3 transmitters(so upset I lost one) and 4 original gamecube controllers(black, clear, orange and blue.*
4 wavebirds ? Damn son you're lucky
MAGNVS Why? They’re not rare. Also the OP could easily grab a spare Wavebird dongle. He makes it sound like you can’t replace them.
........... stop ....... just stop
Odd flex but ok
@@BlownMacTruck They're actually pretty hard to find now
The USB-C cable is pretty much randomly picked to package alongside the controller.
You can interchangeably use your own USB-C if you dislike the right angle orientation.
There are very few channels I actively follow... I am proud to say yours is easily my favorite.
Spawn wave: here’s how the power a controller surprised me
Me: he seems to be saying how good this controller is, and I do need a controller for smash bros *orders controller*
Spawn wave: *starts talking about how this new controller is better than the controller I got a month ago*
Me: .........f....f......FUUUUUU-
I’ve been waiting for a controller shaped like a GameCube, but with no analog travel on the triggers. Yes.
Forgive the dumb question but what is analog travel? Im new to the switch and trying to find a second controller currently
@@MLLW1129 It's about the input, and the way you can feel the gamecube controller triggers traveling from the unpressed position to pressed. More travel means you'd have to press the button all the way in for the button input to register
@@MLLW1129 If you press a button the longer it reaches the end the longer the travel.
The cable is on an angle so you can charge your console in tabletop mode with stands with less room underneath.
I know the video is old, but I wanted to share my experience with the Exlene controller vs the PowerA one. Both have pros and cons.
The Exlene GC controller: Bought in April 2021. Overall feels great at first, and the best thing about it is that the Switch recognizes it as Pro Controller, so you can do custom Buttom Mapping, unlike the PowerA one. Unfortunately, not many months into having it, I decided to check the Button Testing, and the ZL/ZR buttons have double and even triple input in a single tap of either button, and this is detrimental if I'm playing game that requires me holding those buttons for whatever reason (like aiming and shooting in Splatoon 2). Even though it says it works on PC, it is not recognized as a Pro Controller by Steam on PC, and generally had issues setting it up.
The PowerA GC controller: Bought in 2018, used it on both Switch and PC. Been using it for almost 3 years now, and still holding up well, and I don't mind changing its AA batteries when it needs to. I stopped using it on Switch however, and use it on only PC, since Steam recognizes it as a Pro Controller, so setting it up there was no hassle. And the reason why I stopped using it on Switch was because I really wanted to map custom buttons on it, but the switch wouldn't let me, unlike the Exlene controller.
Final verdict. The PowerA has durability and functionality, even though it ended up not being suitable for my Switch for my own personal reasons. The Exlene feels cheap and had problems with button inputs without using it very much, so if you buy one it might be a bit risky in my opinion.
This is perfect. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for taking the time to write this up. Will be going with PowerA
I’m going to echo Nicholas. Super thanks for this! Power A it is
Excellent take.
Everyone will be breaking their controllers lmao, if they play ssbu competitively esspecially, both wired and wireless power A controllers got stick drift in 6 months wouldn't recommend either Sadly unless you have a real old DOL 001, 002, 003 or 004 even the smash GC Controller other than that your pretty much screwed and if course some are defective but most of them work unlike any other GC Controller brand, personally I just play with the pro controller and rock candy pdp pro controller along with another third party pro controller. I know it's not what anyone wants to hear but it's true weather you agree with this or not doesn't concern me take this how you want just warning fellow competitive smash players.
Also always check reviews, there's Been countless of other victims to this controller searching hunt me being one of them it sucks the last thing you want to do is pay 40 or higher for a controller that's going to break in a year or less.
Remember if your not playing smash bros you have a great chance of keeping your controller but still.
You forgot to mention a big addition that the Power A controller does not have HD rumble that is something I figured you would have mentioned right off the bat.
Kevin Singer This one has HD rumble?
Looking at the rumble motor this definitely isn't HD rumble haha
I wish PowerA included rumble in their controllers. I don't really even mind the lack of a rechargeable battery, I just really like the feedback in my games.
How do the buttons feel, particularly the "A Button", compared to the original Gamecube controller? My biggest complaint about the PowerA wireless controller is that the "A button" feels very hollow and click-y compared to the original.
There appear to be two versions with the blue one being Bluetooth and costing $39.99 while the black one has a usb receiver and costs $36.99.
I saw the same thing, but Spawn didn't seem to realize it in his video. I wonder if the bluetooth works well. Which one is better?
Yes, the blue color is bluetooth verison with improved feature like larger-d pad, black color is usb dongle version. But the black usb dongle version will be changed to bluetooth version soon, with more improved feature and function. thanks for focusing on Exlene controller.
@@zkatt3238 Yes, the blue color is bluetooth verison with improved feature like larger-d pad, black color is usb dongle version. But the black usb dongle version will be changed to bluetooth version soon, with more improved feature and function. thanks for focusing on Exlene controller.
I got a purple one of these Exlene controllers, and I love it. Although, weirdly mine is a different version, it didn't come with the little usb-nub, because it's bluetooth connects directly to my Switch and gets recognized as a Pro controller, not a wired USB controller. Guess they have two versions, wonder if mine is a newer model or something, I got it like 3 weeks ago.
Does it work while the switch is in handheld
I bout one a month ago yes it works while im handheld and the ZR button drops inputs randomly
@@abishay-thatabiof1734 that's too bad, mine has been very reliable, portably or on TV.
@@BlinksAwakening its not a big problem and doesnt happen if you press it just happens when you hold usally you only tell when ZR is the run button but not so much in like a fps
Mine is the same
you made it got a square space ad lol i was excited to buy this got the Amazon order done 👍
I love that you’ve been adding music in the background of you’re most recent videos
Looks just like Soulja-cube wireless bluetooth controller. Hmmmm 🤔
If you look at the board where the c stick is there are three screws like in most modern versions of the gamecube controller, that makes me believe the controller uses at least some of the same parts as a real gamecube controller which would be great for customizers depending on whats the same.
Exlene has a purple one that has the bigger Dpad and no dongle. Just straight bluetooth.
Battery or rechargeable by USB-C cable? Also, hows the travel on the triggers?
Fantastic tech wave video Jon(SW). Barring the cheap build quality and the pants D-Pad (although the D-Pad on the Original GC Controller wasn't the best either lol) i feel Exlene probably has the best GC type Controller for the Switch and i think Exlene and Power A can take bits from each other too make an even better GC Controller for the Switch in the future.
You missed the craziest part about this controller. The triggers ARE analog. Plug it in on PC and it registers as an x-input device. The triggers will register analog input based o how hard you press them in even though there is no travel. It's nuts. Not what I would prefer, but still a pretty decent option for Gamecube emulation if you gotta go wireless.
They must've changed this. Their current listing says that it's not analog. Kind of wish that I kept the one I bought years ago.
Man this is such bullshit I bought the controller based on this comment and now I find out you were either lying or (more likely) the company removed the feature. Definitely returning this shit
don't know if you still check back on older video's comments, but I've had it for a while and I like it. After a very short time the L trigger stopped working though, so I rarely use it. before I open it up and try to fix it, I wanted to ask: did you encounter this before? what may be the issue and how could I fix it?
Did anybody have a problem with the stick on the powerA controller after a couple months
Yup, i feel like the Power A controllers are high in performance, but low in durability. The button tends to jammed, the spring that holds the battery in place sometimes fall out and the control stick tend to drift. I regret not buying a warranty for my power A controllers...sigh. I'm going to try this controller out, i'm tired of buying batteries as well
The c stick and the A button go out and stick after a couple months it’s awful
Same here. I had 3 powerAs and they all had the same stick issues.
Internal battery _and_ rumble?! *Yes please.* Those are the two things that have prevented me from buying those Power A controllers. After using the Dualshock 4 and Pro Controller there's no way I can go back to using a controller that takes double A batteries. And while lack of rumble isn't a super huge deal, it's also kind of lame not to have it.
Wait, so is this thing actually bluetooth, or do you always need the dongle for all devices? If it is, why can't it just connect directly to the switch?
I dont think its bluetooth...I have a keyboard and mouse that uses a similar dongle with no bluetooth functionality.
It's a protocol thing. Theoretically it could if you re-programmed the controllers bluetooth to give out the same frequency as a Pro-Controller. The people who made this controller just don't know that frequency so they just used their own, which is why we are stuck with a dongle to begin with.
There is a Bluetooth version with no dongle (indigo) and a 2.4g wireless version that uses a dongle (black)
Look on Amazon.
Just type in Exlene GameCube Controller
@@RhythmGrizz Yeah I actually just saw this. Wonder which one is objectively better?
Honestly I need to get either this one, the Power A GC one, or the Power A one with the macro buttons.
Hori's is better than the Power A ones by FAR. Digital Triggers, Turbo Button, it's got everything good. Though Hori has a weird thing where the triggers and bumper binding is swapped by default, you can fix that by holding the buttons in when plugging it in. That unswaps them.
@@Hadeks_Marow Which one is this? The wired Hori Gamecube one? That one is pretty blocky and uncomfortable to hold. Plus, if I want to use a wired Gamecube-style controller, I have 4 original gamecune controllers. I'm after that wireless and motion control play. Don't pretend that you didn't flip the controller completely upside down for a few of the shrines in Breath of the Wild.
@@zkatt3238 I was referring to the Hori USB wired gamecube controllers. I have both 2 hori usb gamecube pro controllers and 2 powerA usb gamecube pro controllers. The ones I bought from Hori were the M and L variants of red and green. The triggers are digital and feel more modern. Other than that and the fact that it has a turbo button, it feels like your standard gamecube pro controller (pro controller meaning it's designed to work as a switch pro controller on the software side with it's capture, home and select buttons, which is how almost all USB gamecube controllers operate). The PowerA have bad triggers, they are fake analog, meaning you have to push them ALL the way in before it counts as a press and they need to be pushed in FAR, it also lacks a turbo button, tho that's not a big consequence. As for the sticks, I can't put my finger on it, hori's just feel slightly better, but keep in mind I tested both sticks in 3D games like Odyssey and Splatoon so results may vary. One thing power A might be better at though is the D-pad, no promises there though due to how when I think gamecube controller, I don't think D-pad so I don't give that area alot of attention. Make no mistake though, as far as gripping them go, they both feel equally comfortable and semi identical with holding them save for the triggers, that part is personal preference.
All that being said, the controller in the video seems to grant the best of both worlds. Digital triggers while still maintaining the trigger shape of the original, a turbo button WITH motion controls and can be wireless-dongle but also be charged via a USB-C cable. I am HONESTLY strongly considering getting one of these as well in the coming months.
@@Hadeks_Marow Thanks for the insight. I think the indigo version of the controller in the video is actually full bluetooth, without a dongle. Don't know if it can wake the switch up though.
Z Katt it can! I have the silver and gold controllers you just have to hold the home button down for a few seconds
I have 4 usb gamecube controllers. 2 PowerA, 2 Hori. But between the plug to charge, no battery. You had my interest. Having TRUE DIGITAL triggers though sold me on in. I'm getting it in the coming months. This thing isn't going anywhere, right?
Okay guys, so APPARENTLY, this controller comes in 2 colors, and the blue version uses Bluetooth *without* a dongle. And it is pretty much the same price. No idea if it can wake up the Switch or not though.
So after all this time... Here is the real question!! Which control is better for SSBU? The powerA or the Exlene?
I'm still waiting for mine to arrive so idk, but in terms of which I prefer, it'll probably be the exelene all just because it doesn't use batteries, it uses USB-C cable which is just an instant turn on.
I have the Exlene controller and holding the Home button for a few seconds does wake the Switch
I don't wanna call you a liar. But man. How?
Do you have the one with the USB nub? Mine won't wake my console no matter what I try.
Surprised no one has commented in recent days. The turbo could be really good for diy in new horizons.
So just a question. Do the buttons feel clicky like the power a face buttons. The power a controller buttons seem to be very noisy when compared to a normal gc controller. How does this compare?
they go with the right angle because when you remove the charger from the controller you arent stressing the head where it connects to the wire at a right angle you dont pull in the same direction as that wire where it connects to the head thus extending the life of the charging chord
Thanks for making these videos John, they're great. Keep doing what you're doing 👍
Right angle cables can be harder to break
Exlene is using straight type-C cable now.
I'm pretty sure the right angle charger is harder to bend or break. It's just a stylistic choice
the PowerA not having rumble for $50 was weak and I want to try this one.
Agreed rumble is a big thing for me
So I just purchased this and played it September 16th and the new wireless version does not have a dongle. It does not have an audio jack either. But it does feel much higher quality than the Power A GameCube controller that I bought and returned after a couple months when it broke.
Omg... I love the shameless mother 3 plug! This meme will live on until we get this game!!! I love it every time it randomly shows up in your videos. :)
Exlene actually made a wired GameCube controller thats actually does contain Motion controls. Hope u can take a look at it.
Honestly the only reason I can think of for them using a right angle cable instead is if they make something that works better with a right angle cable, meaning that they went with them because they already have them. Sometimes right angle cables works better, say on like a drawing tablet, but on a controller at the top no it doesn't, if they put the port on the side and gave it a cable run, yeah I can see it working better
I always check in with your content on TH-cam, really good stuff! I hope to see more in way of reviews both games and tech ☺️
Mario party superstars + gc switch controller = Nostalgia over 9000
my thing is I like battery packs better than dealing with rechargeable batteries especially since almost everything I have is run off battery packs, laptop, Bluetooth speaker, phone, and xbone controller, I really don't use anything that runs off regular batteries anymore
The triggers are analogue, they just function by pressure and not by travel.
Are you talking about the power a controller? Bc if you are its not, theres no analouge trigger function on switch at all.
So apparently im seeing some comments saying they actually are analouge when using them on systems with analouge functionality so thats really weird.
You can use it for PS3?
Probably for PlayStation Allstars?
...speaking of which, could we get another one of those Sony. Lol
the controller works on ps3 rather well but doesn’t have analog triggers/shoulders. Not sure how well it would work on all stars though.
@@Stormhold3r the triggers are, wierdly enough, actually analog.
@@Mekudan oh OK i didn't know that...
@@Seragin the triggers are pressure sensitive, not travel sensitive like the playstation/xbox controllers^^ It's pretty weird to controll the pressure on the buttons, but it's a neat compromise between an analog trigger and the feeling of a digital trigger.
@@Seragin well it feels kinda weird to control the pressure, but in the other hand, I haven't used the controller that much, especially not with games that require the use of analog triggers. For what games do you intend to use it?
Looks like PowerA needs to step up their game and make a version 2 of their controller which is rechargeable and has rumble.
Bardock32nd if they did that it’s an instant cop for me. I’d pay extra money for those features.
@@prisonmike3605 Same I already love the PowerA Gamecube controller I have the rechargeable batteries would be definitely a nice extra and especially rumble
Bardock32nd let’s hope they consider it.
If it's cheap enough screw modularity, just replace all the internals and upgrade the battery. If it dies
why not swap the d bad stick from the power a controller?
Most people won't buy both lol
Oh man if it had analog triggers it would be perfect
See what I want is for 8-bitdo to make their do-it-yourself thing where you take a shell and the buttons from the old controller put the wireless board inside of it and make it work with stuff like the switch
Triggers still have the slotted tab for the analog function from the original controllers lol
Do you have to use the Dongle? If its bluetooth cant it connect directly to the switch?
*Great work by the way, ive been watching your stuff lately, trying to get a Gamecube controller solution for a minimalistic build. IDK if ill have a monitor for the set up, but does it connect in table top mode?
They updated their design and now there are two wireless variants.
This black one is connected with the dongle and the other is the blue/purple gamecube colour which is bluetooth. You do have to connect it to the switch via the cable for the first time and then is connected via bluetooth afterwards.
Am considering buying one at the moment.
@@joshuaowen6185 i bought a black one... no dongle in the package nor is it required 🤷♂️
Can I replace my Power A controller C-stick with a real gamecube controller C-stick?
Thanks for sharing! Just ordered the blue variant through the affiliate link. I've been looking for a good Gamecube-like controller with shoulder buttons that don't pretend to be analog. The wider C-stick looks great, and hearing that the analog stick is surprisingly close to the original is certainly a plus! I can deal with the drawbacks. Can't wait to try it out on various titles.
Thanks for the review and the awesome Mega Man X5 background music.
Is this better than the powerA controller?
What sort of analog stickboxes does it use? Plastic like the first party GameCube controller or metal like the Power A one?
I had one of those controllers a couple months ago, the left stick ended up getting worn out to the point where it was loose and uneven. The left stick also had a squeaking sound when it was tilted down. Had to replace it with a normal gamecube controller 2 days ago
love the new outro man
I don't think it brings enough to the table for me to consider getting it honestly actually have been in search of actual gamecube controllers didn't buy any for smash ultimate when they were first released and I can't find any now which absolutely sucks because I don't want to buy used ones but it looks like that's the route I'm going
For the switch in handheld mode you need an alternative charger.
I've got 1 that loops around back, and it's all metal tips with a bearded cabel. It's over a year old, practically new easily worth $11
I think I just found the controller to justify getting Resi 4 on the Switch.
For anyone who doesn't know, the "Aff Link" label in his video description is short for "Affiliate Link", which means that Spawn is an Affiliate of Amazon and makes a percentage of every sale made through that link. Also, I would NEVER buy a GC controller based on the recommendation of anyone other than a Smash player; there are many third-party GC controllers that might feel professional, but have horrible issues when it comes to controller inputs (reverse inputs on control sticks being one such problem I've run into in the past).
Yeah powerA is one of them they are ass. I’ve got them replaced 3 times now.
@Spawn Wave you should just buy a set of the Xbox elite controller DPad set & swap it out with the 3rd party controller's DPad if you even can do the and it'll feel a lot better than the one that is already on it
I wonder if it's worth buying? Does it needs the dongle to the Nintendo Switch? Is it rechargable? Spawn wave rocks!
It looks like they have a Bluetooth version for $3 more on Amazon that doesn't need a dongle. They do mention that the left stick is "softer" on that one than the dongle version though which is odd.
@@TheAlmightyZing I don't see any version of this Controller except this one and the wired edition
It's on the same page as the one he links. You'll see a $36.99 black version and a $39.99 blue version. The blue one is the Bluetooth one.
@@RetroHabboRetro Yeah I just wasn't sure if a softer stick was a good or a bad thing. It's definitely tempting, although I wish it was available in black. I'd definitely prefer the bluetooth version.
@@TheAlmightyZing is the Bluetooth version pretty good and does it wake up the Switch? I am thinking of buying this Controller or 8bitdo SN30 Pro Controller?
I have this controller and it’s surprisingly very high quality which I don’t think was brought up enough in the video.
I just bought it too, it's pretty excellent in all the areas it needs to be and improves on the features of the alternatives too
Who ever ordered the cables to include with the controller done goofed
the cable is includded in the box.
I'm not crazy on the Power A's C-Stick on that GC controller. ill have to peep this one out
Sure, this thing'll be great for Switch and all, but really, honestly, I wanna get this for the PS3 support.
Like really, playing through Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix or Guided Fate Paradox with a GameCube controller? Yes pls
FYI
I got the cabled version with audio a couple months ago, the cable is actually starting to break now.
Imo the best gamecube controller for switch is a literal gamecube controller. What can I say I'm a man of the classics
Got this about December. Around when smash came out and let me tell you; I got the wired one, and I can't put the thing down. Its just a good controller.
How is it 2 years later?
Does that charge cable charge the switch? Does it allow u to charge it while you are using the kickstand?
What’s the best controller to use for Smash Ultimate?
Pro controller or GameCube controller
Skulltra Del Rio Thanks
@@ZeustheFuture no prob :)
Single joycon
So does this have rumble?
I really like both my wired and wireless PowerA GC controllers for my Switch, but I'll keep my eyes open for this one. Great video!
I hate my power a one. I’ve had it replaced 3 times. The buttons stick and leads to mis inputs. Felt nice in the hand but clearly cheap after a month.
@@billable1861 I've heard others say that too, but I've had a pro controller since my PowerA that went out before my PowerA did. I don't play smash, but I use it all the time on Warframe and my PowerA has outlasted 2 joycon sets as well as my pro controller. Mine were ordered from overseas and shipped instead of being bought locally, not sure if there's a difference.
Crazy. today I bought a 2 pack of cheap GC controllers for my PC. They are wired but I wanted that GC feel while playing Twilight Princess on the Dolphin. Will be buying this one soon too lol!
Great video, always great quality! greetings from Argentina, you should try the Hori BattlePad, I have the wired and is a pleasure to use, its fairly cheap and have some great quality components.
right angles are better on the cord. it keeps it from snapping on the inside at the base. but I don't understand why this cord needs it? type C is so thick already that it is near impossible to break one
What is the best (lowest latency) controller for the switch. All I have is the joy cons and can't bring myself to buy the pro because of the price, unless it really is that much better
I am looking forward to a gamecube controller that supports gyro and both wireless and wired connection, you know like a pro controller, or a joycon, or any reasonable Switch controller.
Power A controller, i have one, love it! would rather have a set of those than pro controller clones
does it drift?
That Megaman X5 music though!
Thats a weird Title cosidering you can use an actual Gamecube Controller on the switch with an official adapter
I can't say this is universal, but from my experience with my daughter's way of ripping any cable (charger, headphone, etc) out if its socket; it seems to me that the right angle versions are much stronger.
Should I get this or F it and get a OG?
get an original one cost about the same and is better
I recommend the original if you play smash competitively
with a short charge cable, it's not meant to be played while charging
The cable can be changed to 1.8m or 2.5m or even 3m for user's like.
For some reason I’ve never been able to wake my switch with my power a controller. This controller looks really interesting.
Does this work with android? Do I need the usb adapter, or will it just work?
you'll need the adapter, it doesn't work with bluetooth.
This is not an old video from a few days ago?
Yeah, i watched this video a few days ago and it had less than 300 views
I still believe that the 8bitdo adapter plus a Dualshock 4 is the best controller you can get for the switch.
That... is an interesting opinion. I know people who grew up with Playstation like the dualshock controllers.
Mayflash magic-ns is very good adapter for the switch that does most current controllers like the DS4 &3, xbox one, Wii and Wii u controllers, and also PC gamepads. It also works kn the PC as a wireless dongle for controllers.
today i was actually trying to look for a good gamecube controller and i think i landed on one so thank you so much for the help ✌
There is this one and the Hori one, this one might be better though. PowerA is the worst of the 3 if I am being honest.
@@Hadeks_Marow thanks man
@@andrewglefke1271 If I am being honest, this one could be better than Hori's. Hori GCC has a weird thing where you have to hold the triggers or bumpers when you plug it in so the bumpers/triggers aren't flipped.
I bought it 3 months ago, when literally no one has bought it and when it was new. I was surprised by its quality!
Edit: I have the wired one (bought it for around 22 dollars at the exlene shop) which also has a headphone jack!
and, fun fact, the triggers are actually analog. if you press the triggers to the point where they click, you go like 1/3 of the way. If you press it further, it goes further although it feels like you're trying to press a fully pressed button for no reason.
Edit 2: The buttons are just pressure sensitive, I'm so bad at words lol
How good is the left stick? :3
That's good news about those triggers. I have the PowerA controllers and I had to mod the triggers myself.
What mod did you do?
@@TheMattMercy there's a gap between the trigger and the actual button press. I was able to fill the gap with a little hot glue but you could use anything really. There's a video on my channel that shows what you're looking for.