I know it works with the Gamepad, but there is conflicting evidence on the internet as to whether it works with the Wii U Pro Controller. It would be astronomically stupid if it didn't.

It should, the Wii version supported the classic controller.

I know it should, but I have the suspicion that it doesn't. It wouldn't be the first time Nintendo did something stupid with Pro Controller compatibility.

I just tried and it doesn't work.

I agree, still it would be better if more controller options are supported. For a game like Xenoblade it would work even better obviously, as that doesn't have any pointer/motion controls.

I can't confirm as I never even bothered with the classic controller, but given the general superiority of the Wiimote + Nunchuk over circa 1997 dual analogue controllers, I will take your word for it.

That is so, mind numbingly stupid.

Agreed. I don't see the slightest technical reason for this, after patching Gamepad-support in.

I hope they eventually patch it in. It makes absolutely no sense.

Ohhh, what I miss for being a week offline.

Do you also have the retail version?

Can you play that with the Gamepad?