If you're going to go retro with the Virtual Console you might as well go all the way. You might have heard of The Shaft, an arcade stick for the Wii specially designed with the VC in mind. It was recently showcased at CES 2008, but here's a video interview that will give you an even better idea of what The Shaft has to offer. Check out the full article for the video.

If you are fond of playing classic video game titles in your Nintendo Wii in the form of Virtual Console goodies, it is highly important that you have an arcade stick controller for the best possible retro gaming experience.

Overline Gaming, LLC., now has a booth at CES 2008 showcasing its peripheral, The Shaft. Despite being available for some time already, it is only now that the controller is gaining ground. More details after the jump!

Third-party video game peripheral maker Overline Gaming, LLC. has announced a new product especially designed for Virtual Console titles on the Nintendo Wii. Called The Shaft, the controller looks like your typical arcade stick aside from the fact that it's encased in a peanut-shaped base.

If we are not mistaken, this is the first time a third-party company has released an arcade controller for Nintendo's newest console. Check out the pricing, availability, and features by clicking the "read more" link below.