When Nintendo revealed that it wouldn’t be selling standalone GamePads for the Wii U when the console launches on November 18, it raised a lot of questions. The main query was, “How the heck are we going to play games if the controller breaks?” Now, like many other gamers out there, I’m very careful with my expensive video game hardware and accessories. Unfortunately, some people have kids who aren’t very careful, so things happen. It’s understandable.

For those of you still wondering what to do when little Jimmy breaks that brand new GamePad, you’ll be glad to know that Nintendo will offer replacements. That said, don’t expect to get a sexy new GamePad absolutely free of charge. Speaking to Polygon, a Nintendo rep stated that the Big N would definitely offer replacement GamePads, but these will cost “a fee.”

Sadly, that’s all we know so far. The rep didn’t state how much the new GamePads would cost, though in Japan they’re priced roughly at $172. The cost of GamePads in North America will be revealed as the Wii U’s launch draws nearer. What I’m wondering, though, is if you necessarily need a replacement, or if the Big N will offer repairs. I imagine those would be cheaper. I mean, they would have to be, right?

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