Nintendo has started selling the GamePad separately on its website in Japan. No word on if it’ll be offered to the West.
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Redesigned Wii U GamePad revealed in new Nintendo video?
A new Nintendo commercial might have unveiled a redesigned GamePad controller.
Nyko UBoost for Wii U GamePad review
A look at Nyko’s UBoost GamePad battery pack and how it performs.
Wii U GamePad costs around $140 to replace
The consumer cost of replacing a Wii U GamePad is nearly as expensive as Nintendo’s handheld.
Official Wii U GamePad accessory set coming February 4th
Grab official Nintendo GamePad accessories including a screen protector, extra stylus, and cleaning cloth.
Rumor: Nintendo working on cartridge for 3DS to allow Wii U control
Could a new way to control your Wii U be in the works?
Test of Wii U screen protectors
New video shows a comparison test between the different Wii U screen protectors on the market.
Wii U GamePad is region locked
Nintendo has gone the extra step and region locked the Wii U GamePad controller.
First retailer to sell the Wii U Gamepad individually
A retailer in the UK has apparently begun selling Wii u GamePads individually.
Chinese Wii U GamePad knockoff is real
The Wii U GamePad is already being copied by the Chinese in less than stellar ways.
How the Wii U GamePad works
A new video shows just how the Wii U GamePad controller technology works.
Nyko releasing Wii U GamePad battery extender
Third party GamePad battery will double the play-time, according to manufacturer.
Wii U GamePad drop test
The Wii U GamePad is pretty rugged and survives several drops at various angles.
Wii U GamePad Rattle: Are You Concerned?
Mixed opinions emerge about the “rattling sound” made by the Wii U GamePad.
Wii U GamePad has special port for controller accessories
Nintendo has equipped the GamePad with a special port for future Wii U controller accessories.
Ubisoft: Wii U GamePad latency is 1/60th of a second
Ubisoft’s Michel Ancel says Wii U GamePad latency is almost non-existent at 1/60th of a second.
Wii U GamePad lag test
New video shows that the Wii U GamePad controller is very responsive and virtually lag-free.
Nintendo will replace broken GamePads for a fee
Those unlucky ones who break their GamePad will be able to replace it. For a fee.
Wii U GamePad latency revealed in video
Video shows the GamePad rendering images faster than the TV set.
Developer: Wii U GamePad screen updates faster than TV
Toki Tori 2 developer says the tablet controller updates faster than a regular TV set.
Wii U GamePad can be used as a secondary screen
A new patent from Nintendo shows the GamePad tablet controller being used as a secondary screen in multiplayer.
Chinese copycats already have a Wii U GamePad rip off
New Chinese handheld console is a blend of Wii U GamePad and Nintendo 3DS
Wii U supports separate audio for TV and controller
New audio feature gives developers opportunity to create a more immersive gaming experience.
Wii games can be played on the Wii U GamePad
Possible new feature will allow the GamePad to be used as a screen and motion sensor for old Wii games.
PlayStation Vita is better than Wii U, says Sony
Sony says their PlayStation Vita portable is better than the Wii U.