Hyperkin making GameCube-style controller for use with all Pro Controller-supported Wii U games
Over on Reddit, Hyperkin revealed a new GameCube-style controller for Wii U called the “ProCube”. This would work with all titles on the console that support the Pro Controller, and wouldn’t require an adapter since it syncs directly with the system.
The ProCube is very much like Nintendo’s original GameCube controller. It just has a few extra buttons that would make it work with Wii U games that offer the Pro Controller scheme.
As things stand now, the ProCube isn’t an absolutely final product that will hit the market. It’s currently in the prototype stage, and Hyperkin will have it at EVO 2015 to gather feedback. Hyperkin product manager Chris Gallizzi told GamesBeat, “If the overall feedback is awesome and accepting we will move into production.”
Hyperkin will be using feedback obtained from EVO players to make changes to things such button placement and the sensitivity of the analog sticks. Ultimately, the company wants to have a controller that can appeal to everyone.
The ProCube is only planned as a wireless controller at the moment, but a wired version could be produced as well. Assuming the reception is positive, it’s expected to carry a price point somewhere between $30 and $40.
