SNES-Like Wii Gamepad Unleashed by DreamGEAR

DreamGEAR has released a new, very noteworthy controller.  Dubbed the "Arcade Fighter Classic Pad," this Wii controller pays homage to the two main consoles from the 16-bit era: the Super Nintendo and the SEGA Genesis.

DreamGEAR's new controller has a d-pad and six face buttons, similar to the Genesis, with the Classic Controller's ZL/ZR buttons as the shoulder buttons instead of "L" and "R."

The controller plugs into a Wii Remote just like the Classic Controller (except with the cord coming out the top of the controller).  There's no telling what the quality of the build is since this controller is coming from a third-party accessory manufacturer.

Regardless, it's good to see another iteration of a classic design.  DreamGEAR is offering the controller for $24.99 on their site, but smart folks may run to Best Buy to check it out for only $14.99.

As for me?  Even though I'm happy with the Nyko Wing, I'm waiting for the Classic Controller Pro with Monster Hunter Tri.