Why is using a Gamecube controller on Smash such a big deal?

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kupomogli said:

I've never played a Smash Bros without a Gamecube controller, because I'd rather not use the Wiimote when I've played it on the Wii, but I don't think there'd be any issue using the Wii or Wii U Pro Controller over the N64 controller as long as it works.

If the Pro Controller works, there's nothing that the Gamecube controller can do that the Pro Controller can't. One reason why some people make the comment that it's the best Smash controller and reading through two pages I haven't seen one person mention it, the C stick. Yes, you can do smash attacks with up, left, down, and right plus attack, but the C stick is more efficient, as not only will you never fail to do your smash attack, you'll be able to do the smash attacks quicker, even if slightly. As long as one of the Pro Controllers allow the right analog to replace the C stick, then there's really no need for the GC controller.

I always call people sheep a lot, but it's opinion I have that most people just follow the popular opinion and I think most people who say the GC controller is required to play SSB are just sheep following the popular opinion.

The c-stick can make smash attacks safer, yes, but its main use is for aerials since you are able to move one direction in the air with the control stick while using the c-stick to attack in another direction. Though up-air and down-air are particularly aided since it's a lot easier to avoid jumping and fast-falling accidentally.

The big analogue triggers also play a big part since you are able to accurately choose between a hard and a light shield. Both of which have their uses in different situations.

And of course there is the fact that all buttons and sticks are very close to each other which allows for fast button and stick input combinations with little effort. It is true that the Wii U Pro controller is not far behind in this regard, but that little extra is required if you aim for first place.