Tag: Accessories
News Tired Of Pro Controller Charge Times? The Switch 2 Model Is A Huge Step Up
Guilty as charged
For all the Switch 1 Pro Controller's good points (and there are a lot of them), it can take its sweet time getting to a full charge. Fortunately, the Switch 2 Pro Controller seems to be speeding things along in this department. Nintendo has revealed the technical specifications for the upcoming console's official controller,...
ICYMI Switch 2 'GameCube Controller Adapter' Compatibility Confirmed
Good news for Smash and retro fans
Last week, Nintendo shared a lot of fine details about the Switch 2 and in case you missed it, one thing it also confirmed was the new system would support the GameCube Controller adapter. This adapter, as you may already know, has been used across the Wii U and Switch generations to power the GameCube controller...
News Hori's Switch 2 Piranha Plant Camera Has Much Worse Resolution Than Nintendo's
Something to keep in mind
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will give you the option to augment your experience with cameras, letting you chat face-to-face with your online friends using GameChat, and offering up unique gameplay mechanics with titles like Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV (we'll never get used to that...
News Switch 2 Devs May Assign Specific Inputs To Pro Controller's Back Buttons
Is it worth the hassle, though?
One of the biggest surprises from the recent Switch 2 Direct is that the accompanying Pro Controller will actually come with two new back buttons labelled 'GL' and 'GR'. In addition to a slightly revamped design in which Nintendo took inspiration from the GameCube controller, the new Pro Controller is also seemingly...
News Genki Unleashes Some Slick New Switch 2 Accessories
Quad-controller charging is the new dual controller charging
There are quite a few first-party accessories already online and ready to drop alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 when it releases on June 5th. In fact, there's so many that we've already got a guide for you to check them all out in one place, because we are nice that way. With Nintendo
News Nintendo Says Switch 2 Will Have "Improved" Wireless Connectivity
Connect easier
Switch 2 will be packed with all sorts of enhancements and one other thing fans can apparently expect is better wireless connectivity. Nintendo Switch 2 hardware design lead Tetsuya Sasaki was asked about this as well as improved Bluetooth connections on the Switch 2 - confirming it's "improved" on all fronts: Tetsuya Sasaki: "And...
News Nintendo Confirms Switch Controllers Are Compatible With "Switch 2 Exclusive Games"
But there is a slight catch...
If you've been wondering about the compatibility of Switch controllers and accessories on the Switch 2, Nintendo has now officially shared details about this. While the new system comes with a pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers "out of the box", existing Switch owners will also be able to make use of their original Switch...
News The Switch 2's Battery Is Almost A Match For The Steam Deck's
The price of performance
As details continue to flood in about Nintendo's Switch 2 console, it's been confirmed that the battery, whilst having a larger overall capacity than that found in its predecessor, won't actually last as long in play. During a Q&A with the Switch 2 developers, producer Kouichi Kawamoto stated that the battery was a...
News Not Sold On Switch 2 Camera? HORI's Piranha Plant Model Might Change Your Mind
Make it snappy
We were slightly mixed on the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera when it was revealed in yesterday's GameChat rundown. Sure, it's a neat little curio and we're sure it will lead to some fun times, but there's no denying that it looks a little... Kinect-y. Well, all of those fears are now banished as we've seen that accessory manufacturer HORI...
News Genki Is Hosting Its Own Switch 2 Accessories 'Direct' Later Today
It won't be very long, though
Accessory manufacturer Genki – which became infamous for its Switch 2 teases earlier this year – is hosting its own 'Direct' presentation later today at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 5pm BST / 6pm CEST / 2am AET (Thursday), promising roughly just one minute of accessory reveals for the Nintendo Switch 2. At first, we thought...
Review 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller - Probably The Best Budget Switch Pad
8BitDid it again
It’s no secret that 8BitDo is one of the premier manufacturers of third-party Switch accessories, with the firm making waves over the years with the likes of the SN30 Pro Gamepad and the M30. Its latest Switch pad, the Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller, is another slam dunk, offering up a compelling alternative to Nintendo's Pro...
News Rock On! CRKD And Gibson Team Up To Launch Two New Guitar Controllers
Double whammy bar
Crikey, is it 2007 again? Yes, accessory manufacturer CRKD – known primarily for the Nitro Deck – has teamed up with renowned guitar maker Gibson to unleash two new controllers for use on Switch and other devices. Available for pre-order now and expected to ship in June 2025, the two products are known as the LP Black Tribal...
Review mClassic RGB Range - Colour Us Unimpressed With These Upscalers
mBarassing
With the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, you might be wondering why a company like Marseille has decided to expand upon its original mClassic dongle with two new variations. Alas, that’s exactly what it’s done, releasing the new mClassic Switch (blue) and mClassic Retro (green) products to complement the red original. When we...
Review NYXI Hyperion 2 - Are These Really "The Ultimate Replacement" For Your Switch Joy-Con?
Light 'em up
When the Switch launched, its new Joy-Con controllers were dreamy little wonders stuffed with neat tech and surprises. Unfortunately, the biggest surprise was an unwelcome one - with time, the sticks were prone to drifting on their own accord, and the widespread problem caused many a Switch gamer's opinion to sour. The pads' small size...
Guide Best Headset For Nintendo Switch - Wired And Wireless
Play Fortnite like a pro
If you've been enjoying playing Fortnite, Overwatch, or any number of online multiplayer games on your Nintendo Switch, it might well be time to invest in a headset. While Nintendo has been in a bit of a muddle regarding voice chat on the Switch in the past, many games offer their own in-game voice chat functionality on t
News Lexar Is Apparently Releasing A Switch 2 'microSD Express' Card
It will be a "NS 2 must have"
Take this one with a grain of salt, but Lexar has apparently announced it's releasing a new 'microSD Express' card for Switch 2. This information was originally shared by Lexar China on social media (via Famiboards), with additional details revealing it's a "1TB express card" releasing in "mid- February". It's also...
News Another Switch 2 Accessory Is On The Way, Pre-Orders Are Now Live
Get a grip on the 'ZenGrip 2'
Accessory maker Satisfye revealed it was jumping on the Switch 2 bandwagon late last year with its own updated product. In case you missed it, it's a follow up to the 'ZenGrip Pro' known as the 'ZenGrip 2' - like previous iterations, it's designed to give you a better grip, features "advanced floating design", and also...
News Nacon Reveals New Switch 2 Accessory Range, Including Mario Kart Wheels
The floodgates open
Following the official reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, accessory maker Nacon has revealed a range of new products for the upcoming console. If you're familiar with the kind of stuff manufacturers would make for the original Switch, then very little here will come as a surprise. That said, the premium-looking steering wheel that...
Cramp Rock
It's not every controller review that we have to start with a rundown of the current state of Fortnite, but bear with us, we promise it's relevant. The classic looting and shooting that we all know and love is now just a small part of the "Fortnite ecosystem" *squirms*, a hub-world for games that bundle the battle royale in with the...
News Surprise! Another 'Switch 2' Accessory Has Been Revealed
"Stay tuned for more"
Another accessory manufacturer has decided it's ready to show off some new 'Switch 2' products. This time it's Skull & Co with an all-new "NeoGrip" accessory, which will allow you to get a better grip on Nintendo's new system in handheld mode. Here's a look, and as you can see - these same images seem to feature the new...
News GameStop's Internal Database Lists Multiple 'Switch 2' Accessory SKUs
Update: SKUs removed
There have been all sorts of 'Switch 2' developments this week and now product listings for Nintendo's new hardware are supposedly showing up on GameStop's internal database. Some photos currently doing the rounds, which were originally shared by
News 'Switch 2' Ergonomic Grip Case Surfaces On Amazon
The floodgates have opened
'Switch 2' rumours have been non-stop since the start of 2025 and it seems the floodgates have now completely opened. Following multiple leaks and uploads by various manufacturers, a new product listing on Amazon by accessory maker Laziro is now showing off another "Nintendo Switch 2" item. This time it's an ergonomic...
News Accessory Maker Genki To Discuss 'Switch 2' Info And Products At CES 2025
Including what it's making for Nintendo's next-gen hardware
Ahead of the Switch "successor" reveal, a bunch of video game accessory companies have reportedly been sharing all sorts of details about this next-generation hardware. With this in mind, accessory maker Genki (which has released multiple products during the Switch generation) has...
Rumour More Switch 2 Accessories Have Supposedly Surfaced Online
Fancy a new steering wheel?
Ahead of Nintendo's official announcement of the Switch "successor", the Switch 2 rumour mill has gone into overdrive. We've already had accessory makers like iVolver and Dbrand claiming they know things about the Switch 2 that the general public doesn't, and with this in mind, a new listing has surfaced online for a...
News Nintendo Postpones Retail Sales Of Its New Sound Clock Alarmo (Japan)
A late start
Nintendo's new sound clock Alarmo had a limited Switch Online rollout when it originally arrived in October, with the plan to eventually give it a wider retail release around the globe. Unfortunately, it seems this retail release has now been postponed in Japan. While Nintendo originally intended to release the clock to the general...
News 'Switch 2' Accessories Are Seemingly Already On Sale Via Chinese Vendors
Cases and screen protectors up for grabs
Nintendo isn't likely to reveal the highly-anticipated 'Switch 2' before the end of 2024, but that apparently hasn't stopped Chinese vendors from selling accessories for the console via wholesale platform Alibaba. As spotted on Famiboards and reported by our friends over at Eurogamer, the accessories can be...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Controllers
Which Switch controllers should you buy?
The Nintendo Switch is an incredibly versatile console, with a whole host of different controller options available to suit your mood or playstyle. Nintendo sells its own official controllers – the Joy-Con and Pro Controller – but you'll also find some excellent third-party offerings that can provide...
News N64 Controller For Switch Receives A Tasty Black Friday Discount (Europe)
Grab it while you can
If you're in the market for an N64 Controller for Nintendo Switch Online, then you're in luck. Nintendo is currently hosting a Black Friday discount on the peripheral, knocking it down from £39.99 to £27.99 (or €34.99 down from €49.99 in the EU). Naturally, you will need to ensure you're subscribed to Nintendo Switch...
News 'Switch Pro' mClassic Dongle Is Making A Comeback With New 'RGB Collection'
But we're not sure what they actually do
A few years back, we looked at the mClassic dongle from Marseille Inc., which promised to essentially upscale the image quality on your Switch and transform it into the so-called 'Switch Pro'. Well, the company is now back with a new RGB range of the mClassic, but the problem is that based on the initial...
Review NYXI Warrior Bluetooth Controller - A Great GameCube Pad For Switch, With The One Big Quirk
Kidney blues
For retroheads looking to show their love for old consoles, there are plenty of retro-styled controllers available for Switch. Usually they’re limited to a livery and an old-school colour scheme on the buttons, though. They're often missing modern features, too. With the Warrior Bluetooth Controller, NYXI hopes to appeal to GameCube...
News Switch Accessory Firm CRKD Is Launching A Rather Unsavoury 'FOMO' Scheme
Drop it like it's hot
Switch accessory manufacturer CRKD has announced that it has launched a new 'Hot Drops' scheme for its products, which is essentially a rather unsavoury way of instilling a sense of 'FOMO' in its potential customers. In a nutshell, Hot Drop products are accessories that feature unique designs and exclusive colours and will be...
PSA Don't Be Alarmed, Nintendo's New Clock Isn't A "Limited-Time" Product
It will be available at "other retailers" in 2025
Nintendo's 'Alarmo' is currently exclusive to Nintendo Stores and the My Nintendo Store, and it's already sold out in multiple locations around the globe. If you are desperate to get your hands on this new sound clock, but haven't had any luck just yet, there's no need to worry. Nintendo's official...
Review Hori Fighting Commander For Nintendo Switch - The Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom Companion?
Finish the fight
The recent release of Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics will have had many Switch owners pondering the robustness of their control setup; as much as we like the console's Joy-Con and Pro Controller offerings, they're not exactly ideal for the intense nature of one-on-one fighting games. That's where Hori's...
Round Up The First Impressions Of The Nintendo Sound Clock 'Alarmo' Are In
Sleeping on the job
Nintendo's new sound clock device 'Alarmo' is now available in select locations around the world and the first impressions have already gone live. If you are curious to know a little more - even after everything Nintendo has revealed, we've put together this brief round up highlighting a few outlets that have already tested it...
Download it today!
Instead of the Switch successor, Nintendo has this week announced a new alarm clock officially dubbed 'Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo'. Now, if that wasn't already enough excitement for one day, in case you missed it, this new device can actually receive software updates just like other Nintendo products. Sleep enthusiasts who were...
Reaction A Little Device That Makes Sounds In Sync To Movements On The Bed?... Oh, Nintendo
Surprise, delight, alarm
You've got to love Nintendo. Here we all are, refreshing our feeds and inboxes every hour thinking that maybe, just maybe, it's the day our favourite purveyor of video games lifts the lid on the mythical 'Switch 2'... and then this. You want new hardware, do ya? Sure, here's your new hardware, pal. Let's not get hung up on...
Rumour 'Switch 2' Could Launch Early Next Year, Claims Accessory Company
The new system is believed to be "ready" to go
Updated [Sat 28th Sep, 2024 13:45 BST]: There have been all sorts of rumours popping up about the Switch "successor" and now another individual has chimed in. The latest claims about Nintendo's next-generation hardware come from Ruben Mercado - the CEO of video game accessories manufacturer Blade...
News 8BitDo Is Now Selling NES-Style Keycaps
Now you're playing with power!
Gaming peripheral company '8BitDo' has launched a new line of NES-inspired keycaps, which can be used on mechanical keyboards. These are apparently the same designs from its retro keyboard, which was released in 2023 (thanks, The Verge). These keycaps will set you back $49.99 USD (or your regional equivalent) and come...
Review Pocket Auto Catch ND - A Feature-Rich Pokémon GO Accessory With A Few Catches
Catch 'em all, all the time
By this point, auto-catchers aren't new to the Pokémon GO community. These generally pocket-sized devices catch 'mon and spin PokéStops while your mind is on other things, leaving you to focus on the Battles, upgrades, and Raids whenever you return to the app. Niantic has its own range of companion devices like the...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Screen Protectors
Protect your investment
One of the nice things about the Nintendo Switch is its lovely big screen — especially with the OLED model — but unfortunately, it's not a clamshell-designed console like the Nintendo 3DS. Even with a protective case on it, you might still manage to scratch that beautiful sharp LCD screen. We've got you covered however...
News Nintendo Announces Official Switch Joy-Con Charging Stand
Out this October in North America and Europe
Update [Fri 19th Jul, 2024 02:30 BST]: Nintendo has also confirmed this product will be arriving in North America and Europe on 17th October 2024. One of the photos below also shows the Switch Online NES controller connected to the stand in place of the Famicom controller. Original article [Thu 18th...
Review PDP Pikmin REALMz Wireless Controller For Switch - Cute, But Hardly The Pik Of The Bunch
Light bulb(orb) moment
For third-party Switch pads, it can be difficult to stack up against Nintendo's official offering. The problem is that the Pro Controller packs in so many features that it feels like something's missing as soon as we play without them. Motion controls, HD rumble, built-in NFC amiibo reader, a 40-hour battery life. It's a...
Random This Switch Dock Prototype Moves Arcade Racers Up A Gear
Broom broom
The Switch is no stranger to an arcade racer or two. While it's all well and good playing these with a standard Joy-Con or Pro Controller set-up, this latest dock prototype from Far East Pinball has left us firmly of the belief that the likes of Out Run should be played no other way. Is it a pure novelty? Maybe. But the independent...
Review PowerA Wireless Lumectra Switch Controller - Dazzling, Though Missing Some Key Features
Light up your life
If you cast your mind back to 2021, you might remember how PowerA set out to light up our gaming lives with the Spectra controller. This officially licensed pad appeared much the same as your standard Pro Controller on the surface but it was capable of putting on an LED light show while gaming. All in all, it was a pretty neat...
Video Satisfye's New Switch Grip Should Satisfy Handheld Fans
I can't get nooo... ♫
If you're someone who happens to love playing the Switch in handheld mode but just can't get to grips (ahah) with the standard joy-con controllers, then you've probably flirted with a few add-on grips, decks, or even completely different controllers altogether. One company that's been churning out a few grips is Satisfye,...
News New Peach-Themed Mario Kart Switch Controller Glows In The Dark
Ooh, pretty
If you've got a soft spot for Princess Peach and are in need of a new controller for your Switch, then PDP's latest might just be up your alley. Dubbed the Grand Prix Peach REMATCH GLOW Wireless Controller (good grief), it takes the general form factor of Nintendo's own official Pro Controller and adds in a few bells and whistles (while...
News New And Improved Nitro Deck+ Announced For Switch, Pre-Orders Live
Built on the foundations of its predecessor
Following the release of the Nitro Deck last year, the premium collectible brand CRKD has now announced the 'Nitro Deck+' - compatible with Switch OLED as well as the original model. Apart from "zero strick drift", this new and improved model comes with a "raft of new features" to enhance the overall...
News Hori Unveils Guitar Controller And 'Guitar Life: Lesson 1' For Switch
Another announcement exclusive to Japan's Direct
Nintendo's latest Partner Showcase featured a lot of different announcements and some of them weren't even in the local broadcast. One surprise during Japan's stream was accessory maker Hori announcing a new educational game called Guitar Life: Lesson 1. It's a bit different to the arcade-style...
News CRKD's New Wireless Switch Controller Comes In A Stunning Famicom Design
Hall Effect Thumbsticks? Check
CRKD (pronounced 'Cracked' - very good), the company behind the rather lovely Nitro Deck, has revealed a 'sister controller' dubbed the Neo S. Available to pre-order via CRKD's website for £49.99, the controllers are due to start shipping from April 2024. Boasting Hall Effect Thumbsticks, adjustable triggers, back...
Random Hyperkin's Latest Switch-Compatible Controller Is... A Hot Dog?
Oscar Mayer, Huy Fong, and Kool-Aid collabs revealed
Hyperkin is no stranger to unusual collaborations with its products. Known for creating a range of video game controllers, many of which we're rather fond of for pairing up with our Switch, the peripheral-based store has revealed not one, but three of the most bizarre collabs yet. Shown off on...
