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The Switch 2 Continues Nintendo's Frustrating Tradition Of Lacking This Important Controller Feature
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.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro controller is available to pre-order, and here's where we recommend you get yours
❌ 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.
Where You Can Buy the Original Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Ahead of the Switch 2 Release
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 Switch 2 mouse has one surprise advantage over PC mouse controller
The Nintendo Switch 2 JoyCons can be used in mouse mode for first-person games like Metroid Prime among others.
Nintendo Switch 2’s GameCube Controller May Be Less Useful Than Other Retro Controllers
The Nintendo GameCube controller for Nintendo Switch 2 might not be compatible with anything else playable on the system.
Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 GameCube Controllers Subscription Plan
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,
More Classic Nintendo Controllers Could Be Making Their Way to the Switch 2
While most Switch controllers are compatible with its successor, rumors suggest that Nintendo is working on more retro controllers for the Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Announced, Introducing New Features
During today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo unveiled a new Pro Controller with special features designed for the Switch 2 console.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Hands-On: My Verdict After Playing All the Games
I got to spend a day playing all the new games for Nintendo's upcoming $450 Switch 2 and came away with plenty of opinions.
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How to use an external controller on Steam Deck
There is no shortage of PC controllers that are compatible ... take a more positional approach to presses. How to use a Nintendo Switch Pro controller on Steam Deck The Nintendo Switch ...
Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on: Four hours with the console has me convinced this is the refresh Nintendo needs
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch worldwide on June 5, 2025. The console has an RRP of $445.99/£395.99, and Switch 2 pre ...
I loved the Nintendo Switch, but the Switch 2 looks like every other console now: A worse PC with a few exclusive games
The Switch was a bolt from the blue. The Switch 2 is ho-hum.
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After going hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller it feels like a fantastic upgrade, but I have just one small concern
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is already well on its way ... And assuming it’ll be compatible with PC like the original, it may well be one of the best PC controllers in 2025, too.
Hands-on with the Switch 2: It’s the Switch, too
The Nintendo Switch 2 could be considered the most direct "sequel" to a Nintendo console that the company has ever made. The ...