Visually the Switch 2 Pro Controller looks a lot like it’s predecessor, with a cool black finish. This time around, however, we have a silver accent on the shoulder buttons that brings to mind Xbox’s Elite Controller.

The only Switch 2 accessory I was concerned about was the new Switch 2 Pro controller, which is now priced at a whopping $80. I already have multiple Switch Pro controllers at home and would prefer not to have to buy a new version.

❌ Nintendo Store | Check Stock Currently, the Switch 2 Pro controller isn't available to pre-order straight from the US Nintendo Store. The official store just states "releases June 5" and has no pre-order option available.

Nintendo has taken the wraps off a Pro Controller to go along with the newly detailed Switch 2. It’s been upgraded with two new “GL” and “GR” buttons on the rear grips that can be used to remap other controls, a “C” button to enable voice and video chats, and a 3.5mm audio jack along the bottom that can be used to connect a headset and microphone.

You’ll need to squint a bit at the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller to immediately spot any differences from the current Switch Pro Controller, other than the shoulder and trigg

During today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo unveiled a new Pro Controller with special features designed for the Switch 2 console.

These brand new GL and GR buttons sit in a neat spot that'll be handy for programming and remapping inputs - which they are confirmed to be able to do by Switch 2 designer Kouichi Kawamoto.

Back when the original Switch launched, I picked up a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller with it as I preferred its larger buttons and full-size thumbsticks over the ones in the Joy-C

In yet another Switch 2-related development that only stands to further disappoint players, while many were excited to hear that Nintendo will officially be reprinting the fan-favorite GameCube controller for use with their new hardware,

While most Switch controllers are compatible with its successor, rumors suggest that Nintendo is working on more retro controllers for the Switch 2.

Like the original Switch and the Wii consoles, the Switch 2 Joy-Cons and Pro Controller will not have analog triggers, and Nintendo explained why.