Buying a Wii even if I dislike the controller - worth it?

I don't have much time, so terribly sorry if its not allowed to ask such a simple thing here, I didn't read the rules...

My friend could get me a Wii - same prize, its just that they are rare and he can get me one. Great. But I'm not sure. I dislike the controller, but some games (MP3, Mario) seems extremely interesting despise the controller, and the coming Brawl is a must have (which doesn't have the problem of the controller of course, I got my GC controllers for that).

Is it a good idea anyway? Do people who dislike the controller still get use to it for good games? Simply, is it worth it for me to buy that Wii?

No, it's an awful idea

You hate dogs but someone gave you a Golden Retriever and you're asking if you'll like it

No, you'll hate it and when you complain just please don't do it here?

No, it's an awful idea

You hate dogs but someone gave you a Golden Retriever and you're asking if you'll like it

No, you'll hate it and when you complain just please don't do it here?

Jaysonguy

Well don't jump into the deep end just yet. He might think he hates the controller, but he might not have had much time with one. We don't know yet. Don't judge a book by its cover, right?

I used to think I hated cats, but now that I own one, I think they're great.

Well I already dislike the controller. I'm not trying to spread out hate or anything, I just dislike the feel of it, I'd prefer a classic controller for normal controls anyday instead. I did not try it extensively, merely 10 minutes or so, but I dislike it, plain and simple.

Which means I'd be buying the thing for Brawl more than anything. But I was really wondering more than anything if some people felt the same about the controllers, but actually liked it after a while, when they got used to it. Because I'm not in total hate against the controller either.

I did not try it extensively, merely 10 minutes or so, but I dislike it, plain and simple.

jake-sf

There's the problem. The first time I tried using a computer mouse it felt uncomfortable and strange, but now it's second nature. Same goes for the Wiimote.

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No, it's an awful idea

You hate dogs but someone gave you a Golden Retriever and you're asking if you'll like it

No, you'll hate it and when you complain just please don't do it here?

bob_newman

Well don't jump into the deep end just yet. He might think he hates the controller, but he might not have had much time with one. We don't know yet. Don't judge a book by its cover, right?

I used to think I hated cats, but now that I own one, I think they're great.

I love cats

Hate dogs

And yes if he's never tried the controller then we don't know.

It's like one of those "Will I/should I?" threads, chances are if you need to ask it's not really worth it.

i have both the wii and the xbox 360.

i am glad i own both and have fun on both systems, but i prefer the classic control of the xbox and that is one reason why it gets more of my play time. everyones mileage may vary.

It's like one of those "Will I/should I?" threads, chances are if you need to ask it's not really worth it.

Jaysonguy

Well if you're actually taking the time to ask the question, chances are you are going to be open-minded about it.

Do people who dislike the controller still get use to it for good games?jake-sf

To be honest, I have no idea if you'll end up liking the controls. I think the nunchuk is great and the Wiimote could be improved on a little (things like button placement). I don't think you're out too much if you buy a Wii and decide it isn't for you. Considering they're still selling out, they should have pretty good trade-in or re-sale value.

I don't have much time, so terribly sorry if its not allowed to ask such a simple thing here, I didn't read the rules...

My friend could get me a Wii - same prize, its just that they are rare and he can get me one. Great. But I'm not sure. I dislike the controller, but some games (MP3, Mario) seems extremely interesting despise the controller, and the coming Brawl is a must have (which doesn't have the problem of the controller of course, I got my GC controllers for that).

Is it a good idea anyway? Do people who dislike the controller still get use to it for good games? Simply, is it worth it for me to buy that Wii?

jake-sf

PERSONALLY I don't think the Wii is going to continue to the max of it's potential using it's Wiimote technology. Sure, we've found some DAMN good uses for the remote. Sure, there's been games (mp3, mario, wii sports, wii play, links crossbow training, etc) that have been COMPLETELY enriched in the Wiimote technology use. At the flip of the coin tho, I think the console would be improved beyond if it continued to use both controllers (GC/classic, Wiimote) with games it's coming out with. I think it's totally likely to happen these days.

I don't think 10 minutes is enough time to judge if you like something. The controller with awful for me the first time I used it (but then again I was plapying Red Steel...) but eventually I got used to it and I loved it.

But yeah, if you don't like the primary method for controlling games, then you should probobly find another console. I know every console has other controllers, such as arcade fighting sticks, light guns, and third party versions and such, but if you hate the main controller, there really isn't any reason to buy the system.

Semi Off Topic:

Also... Am I the only person who thinks it would be hilarious if they cancelled Super Smash Brothers Brawl all of a sudden? I mean the hype for this game is getting rediculous, and personally I don't see whats so great about it. It was a cool idea back in 1999 but thats about it. This reminds me of Warcraft, and how back in 1994 I was a "loser" and a "nerd" for playing it, but now all of sudden the Warcraft Universe is "the place to be". I wonder who decides what is popular and what isn't.

I`d say that based on only 10 minutes worth of game time, it`s worth giving the Wii remote control a shot. Long term test if you will. I find that how much I like the controller itself is dependent on how well it`s been applied to a specific game. For example, in a game like Super Mario Galaxy the implimentation of the controller was outstanding. It was subtle rather than overbearing. In a title like Metroid Prime 3, the game well excecuted from a motion standpoint (awesome actually), but the shape of the controller shows it`s flaws after long play sessions where button mashing occurs. You may find that it`s not as comfortable for that title as it is for others.

The remote is still pretty new technology and developers (including nintendo itself) are still figuring out the best ways to take advantage of it. I find that it`s a mixed bag, and that the game and application has a significant effect on how I feel about the controller. In the end, the games matter just as much as the controller though. If Super Smash Brothers Brawl is all you`re after you`re not going to get full value out of your system. If that`s the case, I`d take a pass on the Wii. But if the controller is your only issue I`d give it a shot. The worst that can happen is that you sell the system off, and you`ll certainly get your money back for it.

if you dislike the controller, then its not worth it. hards80

i wouldnt buy one just for brawl when u dislike the wii remote.

i dont understand why ppl are hyping brawl anyways.

Seems quite pointless to buy the Wii if you don't like the controller.

And 10 minutes play-time with the Wii-mote means nothing. Most people don't get used to Wii-mote for a while and they certainly don't get used to it in 10 minutes.