As expected!

This controller is fine. Got it for wife and daughter, who like the GameCube button setup- we have a wired one and I thought it would be nice to have a wireless one for more versatility. It connected fine and the controls work as expected. This is the only Bluetooth device I've ever seen that takes regular single-use batteries, which is a little silly- given the lack of a rechargeable battery, this controller's price is not warranted. There is no rumble and no option to use it as a wired controller when batteries run out. This is as described, but it really has to be evaluated against other wireless switch controllers; it does not measure up without a rechargeable battery, rumble or a corded option.

This is an excellent 3rd party GameCube controller for the Switch. If you are like me and just like the GameCube's controller layout and don't want to buy a pro controller that will break-down after 2 months for $70; this will get it done. The controller doesn't feel cheaply made like some of the other Switch pro controller alternatives (many of which, I will note, are getting positive review bombs in exchange for Amazon gift cards), and I am greatly enjoying having it. As for the negatives, the controller is not a perfect substitute for an actual official GameCube Controller. The L and R buttons are stiff and can't be pressed softly to go in only part of the way, the C-stick is a little bit slippery, and there are two Z buttons. If you are using the GameCube adapter to use your official controller to play Smash Bros on the Switch and want to simply go wireless, this likely isn't going to satisfy you. I've heard that the old Wavebird controller for the GameCube will work in the adapter with surprisingly low lag, so if authenticity is what you want, you may want to consider that for a wireless option. Also as noted on the product details, this controller needs AA batteries. It is a little bit odd to me that they couldn't figure out a way to include some sort of chargeable battery and cable, but I would recommend buying some rechargeable AA that come with a wall plug dock. Overall, it is a solid buy for a day to day pro controller, but may not work for the most die-hard Smash Fans that want the OG GameCube controller experience. I am having no personal issues with it outside of the L and R button and my mild annoyance at the battery situation.

Only issue with the down joy stick. Sometimes moves on its own or doesn't move all the way. Can get Abit irritating sometimes when your in a middle of a competitive battle. But if just playing something casual and taking things slow then controls are good.

Lovely design works well. But the triggers click like regular buttons which is different then the original gamecube controller. So if you don't like that you might want a different controller.

It was on sale when I bought this one awhile back. This is the 3rd PowerA controller I bought. However, this is the first with wireless. The other 2 I had was a wired Mario themed controller for Switch and a wired XBox/PC controller. So based on the other 2 I had, I assumed the quality of this one should be as good as the other. And it is. Overall Looks and feel: This looks and feel just like the old GameCube controller. If you are familiar with the old one, it should feel right at home. Buttons and Joystick feel: The feel of the buttons are good. Not mushy nor hard when you press them. So it will not distract you from the game. The analog joysticks are okay. Not as good as the one came with the Switch, but not bad either. The left joystick recently starting to make some noise. I have not done it yet but I am planning to take it apart and add a little oil there to lube it. That should take care of the problem. After all, I'd been using it for awhile Connectivity: No problem what-so-ever connecting with my Switch. It works every single time. Battery life: It is really not bad a all. Although it will be nice if it has a build-in rechargeable battery. But I have some AA rechargeable batteries laying around, so no big deal. Quality: I personally think it is good. It feel pretty good and not too light or heavy. I will not hesitate to buy another PowerA brand controller again. So if you like the button layout of the old GameCube controller, this is the controller for you. (took one star off because of the noise it developed on the left analog joystick)

The controller worked perfectly, but is extremely light and seemingly designed for weaker hands. Be careful when playing so as not to press too hard on controllers or joysticks, thereby breaking them.

I was really excited to try this controller out when I bought it. It surely didn't disappoint. It does feel exactly like a classic GC controller when it comes to the sticks and the face buttons. The triggers are just switches which I personally like more one in the original GC controller. The bigger D-pad is a really good touch on it as well. There are a few things I didn't like. First thing is that the C stick has no grip whatsoever. I find myself slipping the stick all the time cause of it. Second is that, well, it uses AA batteries. But it makes sense, cause having this controller rechargeable pretty much leaves no need for a Pro controller. And lastly, this doesn't happen often but, if you hold the left stick in a direction while turning the controller on, the stick malfunctions. Let me try to give you and example: If you hold the stick up and turn the controller on, for some reason the controller registers the UP position and the middle point of the stick. If you try to calibrate it you will see that if you hold the stick UP it will be on the center point of the calibration. If you let go of the stick and leave it on the center, it will register as if you were holding DOWN on the stick. So if you actually hold DOWN on the stick nothing will register. It's really weird but it happens. When this happens you just have to put the Switch to sleep and make sure the stick is in the center when you turn in on again. It's just a really strange thing to happen. Aside those 3 things I just mentioned, the controller is great. If it had the grip on the C stick and rechargeable batteries I would give it 5 stars. The other problem is not really that important since is an easy fix. But for anybody that is thinking about getting it, be mindful that, well, that's a thing.

As much as I'm not a crazy fan of pokemon anymore (at least to have a themed controller) it is well worth it to get the updated triggers with less travel. That and the fact it's a nice ergonomic upgrade over the joycon grip make it a great controller for smash and other games that take advantage of the button layout (kinda wanted a "gamecube" controller for Sunshine in Super Mario 3d all-stars) for a pretty decent price. It's not perfect though. Even though the sticks feel great and are nice and tight (my joycond wiggle a little?) they still have a noticably larger deadzone compared to joycond which is noticable in shooters like splatoon if you wanna make slight aiming movements. I was a little confused when other people said this but I see it now, the sticks aren't of the highest quality, the grips are great but the actual stick underneath is already wearing from grinding up against the octagonal gate (housing) creating plastic dust. I don't consider it a major problem considering I am using them pretty hard and there are Esty sellers who make replacements. My biggest (which really isn't that big) gripe with it so far is that it feels a little... loose... The build quality feels fine, but the battery cover and something tiny inside just rattle a tiny bit which can be annoying if you're playing a game with sound off or just walking with it which makes it feel a little cheap. Speaking of batteries, AAs? Really? It's 2020. I use rechargable ones but still a little annoying. Now I have complained a lot, but it still is a great controller, the buttons have a nice tactile feel and the bigger d-pad is a real plus (haha) for 2d platformers. I fully plan to get a pro controller in the future, but I imagine I still will use this for some games, especially smash. If you're looking for a cheaper pro controller alternative that you'll be playing a lot of smash with, I highly recommend it!

They work and it's not like I was truly buying the pack for 3 different color controllers, but I just found it strange that it has two purple controllers in it.