This was a unique idea, and the wireless nunchuck works in some games like Super Smash Bros. Brawl, but in other games like We Ski or Wii Sports Boxing, it's absolutely terrible. The C and Z buttons are fine, but it doesn't sense any motion what-so-ever. The first time I got it, I was really excited, but I immediately tried it on We Ski, and I couldn't make any turns. It was a complete rip-off. I don't think that there was any physical damage to my particular nunchuck, but that still is a possability. The control stick on it is a little too responsive when you push it up, and a little under responsive when you push it down. Overall, it's still fine if you're going to use it in games that don't need the motion sensing from the nunchuck, but in games that use total motion sensing capabilities of the wii remote and nunchuck, it's a definite must NOT buy.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
3/ 5
Design
4/ 5
Performance
3/ 5
Dabogues
Very disappointed.
PostedJune 24, 2008
After putting the Kama through the paces last night with a hour-long Metroid session, I'm returning the thing as defective to Gamestop today. Every couple of minutes (sometimes more frequently), the nun chuck somehow registers in the game as disconnected (even though the blue lights stay lit). It immediately reconnects itself, but when you're in the middle of a boss fight, those little hitches are way too annoying to put up with. I found that the shoulder buttons tend to be a little wonky, too, with my lock-on occasionally turning off while the Z button was held. If this worked as well as I'd hoped (and the reviews have been), maybe Nintendo wouldn't be quite as upset that it looks exactly like a Nintendo Nun chuck. If I were Nintendo, though, I wouldn't want a product with such flawed connectivity associated with my name, either. It's a nice effort, but FAR from perfect. I can't attest to other games (I played Mario Galaxy and it seemed to work fine, but I didn't play it as long as Metroid) but if you're planning on playing Metroid or Pinball Hall of Fame with the Kama, don't bother with it. Back to the wires I go, until Nintendo comes up with its own solution (and you know it will).
2 of 5 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
5/ 5
Design
5/ 5
Performance
5/ 5
Captain Awesome
Had doubts, but it rocks!
PostedJune 18, 2008
Like the headline states, I had my doubts on this product. But went ahead and bit the bullet and got it anyway. This nunchuk feels as good as the original one that comes with the Wii but without the wire to get tangled or slapped around while playing the games. Only have three games for the Wii myself, LEGO Indiana Jones, Metroid Prime 3, and Mario Kart Wii (haven't used the controller for this as I usually use the Wheel while the girlfriend uses the Classic Controller) But for Metroid and Indy it was awesome, worked as well as the wired one and saw no noticeable lag in response time either. Must get for the true wireless lover. Also read online that Nintendo is sueing Nyko for this controller claiming the design infringes on its trademarks, contending the Kama appropriates the novel shape, design, overall appearance and even the color and materials used in the Nintendo Nunchuk controller. So, in short if you are tired of waiting for Nintendo to release an official Wireless Nunchuk, pick this up quick before they are pulled from the shelves!
0 of 2 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
5/ 5
Design
5/ 5
Performance
5/ 5
CJ Black
A Great Wireless solution.
PostedMay 7, 2008
If you've ever been bugged with the wire between the Wiimote and Nunchuk, this is definitely for you. The Nunchuk only takes two AAA batteries that last you a good 30 hours of game play. I've been playing Mario Kart and Smash Bros with this since I got it a week or so back (I got the special edition pre-order one), and it hasn't lost the connection once during game play. It feels great, the same size as the original, but with a bit extra weight, which actually feels pretty nice. The C and Z buttons are clear, and a bit more clicky than the original ones, so they're more responsive. The analog stick is a bit stiffer than the original's which allows for more precise movement. Even the motion sensing works great. I played Raving Rabbids, and nothing weird happened with the sensing. Altogether, this is a great accessory to own for the Wii. So if you need a second nunchuk, just buy one of these. I actually prefer this to the original. You won't regret it!
