If you tried syncing an 8BitDo controller to the Nintendo Switch 2 on launch day, you were probably disappointed when the console refused to recognize it. I know I was. But my disappointment didn't ...

There isn’t much to the package; you get the controller and a five-foot USB-A to USB-C cable. I do wish it came with a longer cable to make it easier to both charge and use the controller at the same ...

It's been a long time coming, but the Nintendo Switch 2 finally went on sale on June 5, 2025, and sold more than 3.5 million units worldwide in its first four days on the market. While some continue ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook In addition to finally revealing the purpose behind the JoyCon’s C button, today’s Nintendo Switch ...

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with two Joy-Con 2 controllers, plus a Joy-Con 2 Grip and Joy-Con 2 straps. They can be used in numerous configurations, but if you're looking for even more options, there ...

So, you’ve picked up a Nintendo Switch 2 and are ready to dive into Mario Kart World, but you’re not really feelin’ the Joy-Cons (don’t worry, they’re not my thing either). Yeah, you need a more ...

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This week, Nintendo fans received two important pieces of information about GameCube controller functionality on the Switch 2, both of which suggest the original Switch could have better GameCube ...

A new GameCube controller will launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 console in June, but don't expect this device to work on anything but classic GameCube titles. While the NES, SNES, and Genesis ...

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Nintendo has released System Update Version 21.0 for the Switch 2. While major changes are hard to find, numerous small ...