If you like the PS2 Dual Shock 2 controller better than Nintendo's regular controller, there is a device out there that you might want to try out. It's called the "Play Cube", and it's basically an adapter that allows you to use your Dual Shock 2 controller as a GameCube controller. Should be around $10 in most video game stores, and that'll also save you from having to buy another controller for your GameCube. And even if you don't like it all that much, it'll give you another option for multi-player and stuff.

I haven't used mine a whole lot (since I have two Nintendo regular controllers and one WaveBird), but it seemed to work just fine when I tried it out a while back. . .

Deleted personal attacks - Static

Well, there goes my weekend plans!

The length of the GC controller cables is definitely a stinker... I probably just plan to get some extension cables at this stage.

Heres the PS2->GC converter:
http://www.lik-sang.com/catalog/prod...ducts_id=1465&
"Use your favorite PlayStation or PlayStation2 Joypad on the Gamecube console. Take advantage of the high reliability of the Dual Shock Joypads. Converts all buttons (including analog L1/R1) as well as a vibration function."

I did use a very similar device to this for my DC and it works great.

http://www.lik-sang.com/catalog/prod...ducts_id=1534&
"Getting annoyed with the short Gamecube Joypad cables? Get one or even more of those pad extension leads."

Chris

I thought this might revert to a calm and mature discussion. Oh well. Anyways, he said the controller wasn't made for adult hands and that's just not true. I didn't get bent out of shape or make fun of anyone, I just called him on it. I did say "Blow me" but that's just an expression. I certainly don't want head from some whiny geek.

Deleted inappropriate comments - Static

Maybe I should be a little more clear.

KNOCK IT OFF.

Things were going just fine until the whole "blow me" unpleasantness was started back up again by someone who wasn't even involved in it the first time. I figured people could recognize when it was time to drop things, so I wouldn't have to delete anything that was even borderline offensive, so someone wouldn't pick it up later and start things up again. Guess it's time to start that practice again.

I'm not going to close this thread just because some people can't resist getting involved with things they shouldn't. I'll probably just get you suspended instead, so the mature posters can continue in this thread without being interrupted.

Really... knock it off.

The GCN controller is no smaller then the PS2's.

The button configuration does suck for some games, but is awesome for others.

The cord is smaller then the competitiors. This is good and bad. For those with Big televisions it's bad, otherwise it's good because its less cord to bunch up. Besides the GC's controllers have always been cheaper then the competition, which means you can have complete wireless gaming via the wave bird for the same or less price of an xbox controller.

Anyone having a problem with their controller should contact Nintendo directly, they have A+++ support. I also have 4 controllers that have yet to let me down for sale.

What the hell happened here? Kellehair - why all the "blow mes" and the "whiny geek" comments? Not really relevant to the thread topic.

Anyway - I guess my question was more or less answered - I know my available choices and most people seem to think that the controller he got was just a fluke. Wish this could've been a more mature conversation, but if it hadn't regressed to this mess then this wouldn't be Video Game Talk.

Static - sorry for starting such a controversial topic. Go ahead and close it if you like.

Thanks to everyone who actually tried to answer my questions.

Err, getting back on topic: your friend should get the wave bird. It really is a nice controller.

Trigger, the topic is hardly controversial... we're talking about video game controllers here, not human cloning or abortion. People here seem to be very sensitized to any perceived slight against certain systems, so your comment about a controller made for a child's hands apparently set it off. ANYWAYS... back on topic... any more questions/comments/concerns, please e-mail a mod.

Wow, amazing amount of trouble over such a ho hum topic.

I have to vote for the Wavebird as well. It fits the hand very well and is the best wireless controller I've used. One of my relatives who I play games with has very big hands and he is much more comfortable using the Wavebird over the standard controllers. It is true that the GC controller is the same size as a PS2 controller. If you set one on top of the other they line right up. My original Game Cube controller has been used quite a bit and still works great, so I agree the controller breaking was probably a fluke. I had the same thing happen with a Dreamcast controller and it seems like just a defective one since other controllers that have had three times the use still work great.