Description
This controller grip comes as a pair: two white shells that take a motion remote in one end and a nunchuk in the other, turning two loose controllers into a single two-handed unit you aim like a prop, for $39.99. The controllers themselves are not included.
Motion shooting games have one design problem: you are holding two separate controllers in two separate hands, and the game wants you to aim as though they were one object. That is why aiming feels vague and why nobody's arms stay steady through a long session. A shell locks both controllers into a fixed relationship so your hands move together, and suddenly the pointer goes where you point rather than roughly where you point. Buying two means the second player gets the same advantage instead of losing every round.
Specifications
| Quantity |
2 shells |
| Colour |
White |
| Takes |
Motion remote in one end, nunchuk in the other |
| Use |
Shooting and aiming style motion games |
| Controllers |
Not included |
| Compatibility |
Compatible with Nintendo Wii remote and nunchuk controllers |
What's in the Box
| 2 x |
Controller shells, white |
Why a Shell Improves Aiming
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Locks both controllers together - your two hands stop working independently, which is the actual reason aiming steadies up.
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Two-handed support - the weight is carried across both arms rather than held out on one, so a long session does not wear you out.
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Control stick stays usable - the nunchuk sits where its stick is still under your thumb, so movement and aiming work at the same time.
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Two in the pack - split screen shooting games are the ones people actually play together, and one shell makes that an unfair fight.
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Controllers slide in and out - the shell is a housing, so the controllers come straight back out for games that do not need it.
What Does a Controller Shell Actually Do?
It is a housing, not an electronic device. The remote inserts into one end and the nunchuk into the other, and the shell holds them in a fixed position relative to each other. Nothing is added to the signal and no batteries are needed. The improvement comes purely from the fact that your hands are now bracing one object instead of balancing two.
Are the Controllers Included?
No. The pack contains two shells only. You supply your own remote and nunchuk for each shell, so a two-player setup needs two of each controller as well as the two shells in this pack.
Do Both Hands Stay on the Shell?
Yes, that is the design. One hand supports the front and the other holds at the rear where the nunchuk sits, so the control stick stays under your thumb while you aim. It is the same two-handed posture the games are built around, which is why it feels more like the on-screen action than holding two loose controllers does.
Who Buys These
Families who still have a motion console set up in the lounge room and play together, which is a surprisingly large number of Australian households. Retro gaming collectors restoring a complete setup. Parents replacing an accessory that has gone missing or broken. They also sell steadily to people setting up a games room or a share house lounge, where a two-pack means two people can actually play.
Pair It With
A shell is one part of a console setup. Our Gaming range carries the rest of the console accessories, Tech & Mobile Accessories has the cables and power gear, and Gifts for Kids is worth a look if this is a present.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many shells do I get?
Two.
Do they need batteries?
No. A shell is a housing with no electronics in it.
What colour are they?
White.
Will my controllers fit?
They are made for a standard motion remote and nunchuk pairing. Check your controller model before ordering.
Can I leave the controllers in permanently?
You can, though most people remove them for games that do not use the shell.
Is this an official accessory?
No. It is a third-party accessory and is not made by, affiliated with or endorsed by any console manufacturer.
Do you ship Australia wide?
Yes, including regional and remote addresses.
Fast Australian Shipping
We dispatch from Australia, so these shells reach Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin quickly, and we post to regional and remote addresses as well. Orders placed on a business day are picked the same day wherever stock allows.
Product photography is indicative and controllers shown are not included. Colours may vary slightly between screens and the item in hand. This is a third-party accessory and is not manufactured by, affiliated with or endorsed by any console manufacturer; brand names are used only to indicate compatibility, and all trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
