A few disclaimers:

I know I'm late to the punch, and I apologize. I also know I'm going to look like a crazy person for throwing so many items at you, so I apologize for that as well. I may also seem vaguely arrogant by the end of this, so please accept a third apology. I just like to take care of my electronics is all. My only credentials are anecdotal evidence that despite my rather rough job I've never even so much as cracked the screen on my cell phone so I like to think I'm pretty good at the "how do I prevent breakages" question.

Okay. So, I'm gonna rattle off a few items that I've bought for my own Switch, and my reasoning behind them. You DO NOT have to buy all of these items, but they are all useful on some level for the console.

The Joy-Con Controller If you're looking to get a second controller, start here. I'm sure you've figured out by now that one Joy-Con (JC) can be reconfigured to work as two controllers, so simply by buying a second JC you're now able to hit the 4-player local maximum for many of the Switch's games (including Mario Kart!). You can get the spouse, another kid, or even some friends playing during a party.

The Switch Pro Controller A more traditional-style controller. It's slightly cheaper and it's much more comfortable on large hands, but it CANNOT be split into two separate controllers like the Joy-Con can. Well, unless you get a saw or something but then it won't work at all anymore. Besides that it does function exactly the same as the standard JC controllers. There is also a wired version available that is even cheaper, but I personally have become spoiled in this wireless age and don't like cables dangling across my living room anymore.

Fitian Charging Dock for Joy-Cons Pretty self explanatory. Normally you charge your Joy-Cons by plugging them into the Switch, but if you have a second (or more) JC, it becomes a slight hassle to keep them all charged up. A charging dock can be a godsend. This is the one I use, simply plug it straight into your Switch Dock via USB.

FastSnail Joy-Con Grips There's a gazillion different versions of these things floating around, but these are the ones I personally use. I like them cause the shoulder L/R buttons are massive, and the grippy parts are really comfortable for extended use. Simply stick your Joy-Con halves into the plastic holders for a more comfortable grip. Holds them securely but they're still easy to pop back out as needed, no latches or screws or anything.

Orzly Carry Case ONE option for a carrying case. I was a little hesitant to recommend this particular item, but I may as well cause again, it's the one I use. The case itself is fine: durable, carries your Switch plus some games and accessories, and keeps them safe through your standards drops and bumps. However, if you fill it up as much as is shown in the pictures there on Amazon... At best you're gonna feel like you're mashing something, at worst you're gonna have trouble zipping it closed. What I've ended up doing is putting my Switch with an attached set of JCs, the games, and my adjustable stand (see next item) into the case, and then tossing the case plus whatever other particular accessories I need into my backpack. This case is NOT good to haul a lot of Switch stuff, JUST the console itself plus a handful of small bits for maybe a day trip or something. If you want to carry everything, look elsewhere. I've seen a few cases mentioned, but I can't recommend anything as I haven't tried anything.

Younik Compact Adjustable Stand I love this thing. If you're playing on the go and don't feel like holding it (and don't trust that stupid little kick stand on the back), you can unfold this thing and prop up the Switch on any flat surface for a much more comfortable viewing able. When you're done with it, you can fold it back flat and it fits nicely pretty much anywhere (like, for example, in the Orzly case I mentioned previously). Nintendo makes a first-party adjustable stand, but I actually like this one better. It costs a couple dollars less and feels sturdier. Its a luxury item to be sure, but it's nice to have when you want it.

Findway Protective Case A protective "jacket" for the Switch itself. I like this one because it snaps on and off of the Switch and JCs super easily, and is a sort of bendable plastic. Only 3 pieces: one for the tablet, and then one piece each for the left and right JCs. Easy to clean, too. Only drawback is that you HAVE to remove the jacket any time you want to dock the Switch in its charger. However, you're going to find that this is the case for any jacket that you want to buy for your Switch. You do NOT need to remove the jacket if you're simply sticking it in the aforementioned Adjustable Stand.

Pleson Tempered Glass Screen Protector Not much explanation needed here. I'm neurotic about getting screen protectors for all of my portable electronics, and I love the tempered glass ones. This one is cheap, it's durable, and it's easy to install with a steady hand. HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend, even if only to keep your Switch looking nice through the wear and tear. You won't need to remove it for the dock, unlike the jacket.

I think that's everything for now. Again, I know it's a lot being thrown at you all at once, but you don't have to buy everything. This is all just stuff I've amassed for my own Switch that I've found useful or that I recommend. Pick and choose as you see fit. Feel free to shop around as well, these are just examples of all the particular items and there are MANY choices available for almost everything listed.

If you have any questions, I'm always happy to help.

I looked online and saw prices ranging from $300-500. Is there any difference between these consoles other than the skin?

The $300 base model of the Nintendo Switch (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01LTHP2ZK/) does not include any games, but is still what you should most likely buy. More expensive models may have games bundled or free in-game currency (e.g. Fortnite), but they shouldn't be more than $350 (plus tax). At $360, you're not really saving any money, and anything more expensive than THAT is from a third party trying to make a quick buck. The console itself currently has few variations; most of your customization will depend on what color controllers you get with the console.

What type of accessories am I going to need?

This depends on your use case. I'd recommend getting a screen protector (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01N3ASPNV/). If you expect to bring the Switch out of the house a lot, also get a case (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01MR63I6F/). Anything else, like special controllers (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0748S3GXG/) or a dock cover (https://www.etsy.com/listing/560319070/), is largely unnecessary right now; look into them when you find you need extra joy-cons (https://smile.amazon.comdp/B078GZM4H8/) or a tabletop stand (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01N9RTMWS/) for your Switch. In the end, you should not be spending more than $400 for the Switch, one game, and core accessories.

As for games, so far I planned on buying Smash Bros, Let's Go Pikachu, and One's Justice. Can you recommend any other games? I was never into Zelda but hear the new game is very good.

How old is your kid? Super Mario Odyssey (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01MY7GHKJ/) is fun, and has a great co-op mode if you want to play together. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is also always a blast (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01N1037CV/). I'm also a huge fan of Splatoon 2 (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01N9QVIRV/), but it's probably better for older kids because it requires more dexterity. There's lots of games to recommend, but it'll help to know what your kid already likes... or what you want your kid to like ;)

Side note: To play online, you need Nintendo Switch Online (https://www.nintendo.com/switch/online-service/). It's $20 a year for one ACCOUNT, or $35 a year for 8 accounts. Each account also has separate save files, if multiple people will be playing on the same Switch. Smash Ultimate and Mario Kart both have online modes, but Splatoon's primary game modes are online-only.

Whats the difference between mario party and mario space odyssey?

Super Mario Odyssey is an action-platformer for the Nintendo Switch. Super Mario Party is a virtual board game for the Nintendo Switch. Super Mario Galaxy is an action-platformer for the Wii, a completely different console.

Let us know if you have follow-up questions!

Definitely a Screen Protector

A Travelling Case would be nice.

I also added Dr Scholls Moleskin to the front of my dock to reduce the risk of scratching the screen protector. (Two small strips on the parts inside the dock that are raised.)

A Memory Card also helps for the digital only games.

What color Switch did you get? I got the grey switch then bought a pair of Red Joycons and another pair of Blue Joycons. So in total I have a grey, red, and blue L Joycon and a grey, red, and blue R Joycon.

If you got the grey switch and then buy the [two color Joycon packs] (https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Neon-Neon-Blue/dp/B01N6QJ58Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1493753597&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+joycons) then you won't be able to get one of each color for L/R without over paying. This is because the [two color Joycon packs] (https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Neon-Neon-Blue/dp/B01N6QJ58Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1493753597&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+joycons) are always Red L and Blue R.

If you bought a neon switch, then buy the [two color Joycon pack] (https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Neon-Neon-Blue/dp/B01N6QJ58Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1493753597&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+joycons) and a pair of Grey Joycons for all combinations.

Also, don't buy Joycons on Amazon, they are stupid expensive right now.

I don't have a pro controller yet, but people seem to love it.

Games:

Zelda = Must Buy

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe = Must Buy

1-2 Switch = Great for parties/friends

Snipperclips = Great for people who don't play games often (girlfriends/parents/kids). Secret here is to not explain how to play/what to do and let them have fun and try to figure out the puzzles on their own. Act like a support character and you'll have a blast watching them.

Binding of Isaac = I love this game, but put countless hours on the PC version. Mature themes

Super Bomberman R = Classic mode with easy CPUs is fun for roommates. I haven't played through the adventure mode yet.

Wonderboy = Cute/Fun side scroller.

Has Been Heroes = I don't have this yet, apparently very difficult.


Other notes:

I started collecting amiibos after getting a switch (Be very careful, it's easy to get addicted and drop a ton of money here).

I got a Joycon charging dock since the only way to charge extra pairs of Joycons without the Joycon charging dockis to rotate them in and out of the switch while it charges/docked.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

PS I love the Switch so much. It's definitely my favorite console ever.

Evecase 5.6 x 5.6 x 3.5 inch Camera Bag.
Chose this after trying too long to find a 3DS bag that didn't have horrible straps. $16 with Prime

Anker USB 3.0 4* USB tap.
Obviously, you need to have more than 1 USB port to do much, like using a mouse with a usb drive.
$9 with Prime.

Cable Matters Mini HDMI male to HDMI Female cable 2 pack.
Minor shaving required. Not tested extensively.
$10 with Prime.

Lexar USB 3.0 Micro SD Card Reader
If you want to use a ferry card or temporarily pop your card of choice into a computer, one of these is incredibly helpful. Plus it's tiny. You can probably get one cheaper if you don't want the 32GB card included.
$33 with Prime.

Standard XBOne Controller.
Works without any need to mess with dongles on Windows 10. It'll even work with headphones/sets.
$35-$50ish, depending on color and luck.

Venom Xbox One Rechargeable Battery Twin Pack.
I don't recommend these in particular, but a rechargeable pack is a must if you don't want to guzzle batteries.
$17 with Prime.

Logitech Wireless Mouse M185.
Pretty reliable, but only has the standard 2 mouse buttons plus tilting and clicking mousewheel. Receiver stores inside nicely.
$13 with Prime.

Kid Icarus Folding 3DS Stand That I Had In A Box.
Needs a little rubber bumper to help secure the Win properly.
$10 with Prime.

Perrix Asymetrical Folding Keyboard.
This one might be tough to find, but it works amazingly. The weird fold system pushes the main hinge off to the side, so it is less likely to fold the moment you put it on your lap. It also completely hides the hinge when the keyboard is unfolded. A bit cramped, but the keys are properly clicky laptop keys.
For image and model reference

Anker PowerCore 26800 Portable Charger*
While looking for my power pack, I found this one. Seems to be a flat upgrade. 26800mAh with 3 4.8A output USB ports. Also has 2 micro usb inputs for double the charge speed?
$59.99 with Prime.

Other possible pack-ins.

Bluetooth Numpads.
If you're primarily going to be gaming, you might want to drop the full keyboard in favor of a bit of space plus one of these. Works nicely with a mouse if you rebind with HIDMacros. Also more tiny airport/college desk friendly. Example unit is $30

Similarly, you might want to try a half controller + mouse option using a device like the Nintendo Joy-Con's left unit. Drivers are still being worked on though, so only get this if you're up for beta troubles.
$50ish, but you can get lucky on eBay.

SanDisk Ultra Fit 128GB USB 3.0 flash drive.
The one in all the Win lists I've seen, but I figured I'd list it here for convenience.
$45 with Prime.

Batteries
All this stuff takes a total of 3 AAA (2 for the keyboard, 1 for the numpad) and 1 AA battery that will need replacing eventually. I hesitate to recommend rechargeable ones, as I have yet to find a micro charger for them.

Inateck USB 3.0 Ethernet + 3 USB 3.0 port adapter.
You might want to replace the 4 port one with one like this if you plan to do network maintenance, secure data transfer, or just plain download things quickly.

$20 with Prime.

PS4 Controller.
Some people prefer this to the XBOne one. It's lighter in the hand (and bag), comes with a built in rechargeable battery with absurd life, and has a touchpad with 4 physical buttons underneath. Can do some pretty crazy things with the touchpad via Steam's controller customization, but has weaker compatibility with non-Steam applications. Also works with PS4 Remote Play.
Worth noting that, unlike the ps3 controller, this can charge directly from any micro usb power supply. Headset support seems to require the official receiver dongle, sold separately.
Controller Alone: $40-60 Depending on color. Silver's cheapest.
Adapter Alone: $66
Controller + Adapter Bundle: $66

Budget 1 Handed Controller**
Hey, if you want to try 1/2 Controller + Mouse, why start off pricey?
$10

Phew, that's about all I have on hand.

> That's when you know Nintendo is stepping up.

Hi. Not a Nintendo fan but I would argue that the GBA, DS, 3DS (which I had) lines were are mostly fine so I would say its more so that you just didn't want their stuff. Their older consoles weren't bad either from what I have heard. They had slip-ups like the Wii U but they were doing fine in the past. The Switch is more of them being good at what they do.

> Unfortunately when I got old enough for my parents to let me play CoD and Halo,

Whats unfortunate about being exposed to a wider variety of games? Are you now a psychopathic killer that doesn't know right from wrong because if not you might be exaggerating a bit... I am sure you enjoyed those games so lets not pretend that we are above them now or that there is or was ever anything wrong with enjoying them along with everything else.

> (Not to knock halo or CoD, fantastic games in their own right)

This was basically an "I don't mean to be rude but let me just say something rude" to the devs. Nice.

> they were seen as the "holy grail" of games just because they were violent

Welcome to the world of being a Nintendo fan. Congrats on taking your first steps to being unnecessarily snobby towards other systems and devs for no good reason.
For your info Activision and Bungie devs certainly did a fuck ton of work and with how popular their games were back in the day I think I can say that most of the world agreed that their games weren't just popular because they were violent. Some of us played games because we actually liked them. You may have played them because you thought it made you look cool or mature but that wasn't everyone. Step off the high horse. Halo 3 and the early COD MW series were so popular because they were actually good games.

> And then I see YouTube videos of these Nintendo games that people enjoy. Mario kart, Zelda, splatoon, etc. Quality, content filled games that focus on the most important things about video games: THE GAME ITSELF

Probably because you were purposely only looking for those.
Again congrats on another milestone. You are now pretending that you can't also go to a PS4 and find plenty of games that play good, look good, don't put a hole in your wallet, etc. You are circlejerking on a Nintendo sub the right way. Keep it up.

> Every game now a days is trying to nickle and dime me PAST my initial $60 purchase
> focus on the most important things about video games: THE GAME ITSELF. Not DLC

Yup. Even though Nintendo has started announcing Season Passes before their games are even out. Yup. Totally. Not Nintendo.
^Sub ^Hint: ^This ^is ^the ^part ^where ^you ^should ^now ^say ^"Oh ^well ^now ^I ^am ^okay ^with ^it."

> Sure the graphics may not be as good, or the framerate, which is definitely an issue for people sometimes. But damn it I don't think most people notice it when they play the switch because it's just pure FUN.

Don't notice it? Source? Did you see all the different forum posts and reviews about people noticing the framerate dips in Zelda? Do you see reviews and discussions for some of the games with questionable ports? Framerate does actually affect gameplay and more than a few people notice it. You say you play on PC so I am sure you get that. I am not one of those super snobs that goes "I just can't play games below 60fps" but there is a clear difference. Inconsistent framerates do affect my gameplay and fun. My game slowing down during a fight isn't "pure FUN." I am not saying I don't still enjoy the game but I am not in such ecstasy that I don't notice the drops.

> the online infrastructure seems a little sketchy

You can say its more than sketchy. Its outdated and archaic. I need my phone to use voice chat.

> And i kinda wish I got the red and blue joycons and not boring old grey, but I couldn't find any red and blues lol

Check Amazon US. It looks like they have some.

I like my Switch and a lot of Nintendo's catalog but damn guys...

Using the Hori pro pad for almost all my fighting games on switch (and as a player 2 on steam) Great stick over all. I don't like the color so I am thinking about doing something with it??? but I'm not sure what art I want yet. Here is a run down of how I think it works with each game I have played it with.

|BBxTAG beta|Great|works well on default controls. |
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|Ultra Street Fighter 2|Good|You will need to change the controls to type B, Works great after adjustment|
|Waku Waku 7 SNK classic|OK| you will need to adjust the inputs before playing. Works great after adjustment, but some experimenting was required|
|GunBird|Great|works well out of the box, very simple game so no adjustment needed for me|
|Namco museum|Great|Perfect pacman, need I say more. |
|Pokken Torment |Poor|Game runs great after set up. The control set up was not intuitive in anyway and there is no preset. Controls must be set up in training mode (or V.S./single player) and always go back to default after turning off the game. You can play well with the arcade stick but I found the Wii U game pad to by easier and better.|
|Super Bomber Man R|Great|So we used this in a pinch to get 8 player bomber man. Worked better then expected, no adjustment needed.|
|Sonic Mania, Shantae Half Genie Hero, Puyo Puyo Tetris. Games that don't need the Right A-stick|Very Good|No adjustment needed and plays responsively. I still preferred the game pad and even the pokken Wii U controller for a more classic feel. However I will say any game that isn't using the 2nd A-stick works pretty well.|

Copy pasted from the project site... https://switch.chilly.codes/

Q: What is this?

A: A side project that I've been working on since March 2018. You can think of it as a Twitch Plays Switch with some nifty features.

Q: Why did you make this?

A: I was bored. Also, I wanted an easy way to use OpenCV to control the Switch, like this guy.

Q: How does it work?

A: At its core, it takes input either from a locally connected controller or via network and relays it to a Nintendo Switch over USB. I used this project and this project as a base and grafted on everything else. Frankly, very little of the original projects remain.

Currently, I've used the network support to add input support for Twitch/Mixer chat and for a webpage where players can control the Switch via a gamepad.

I'll be writing up more documentation on the workings of this project at a later date.

Q: How does gamepad support work?

A: Plug in a controller into your computer, go to the gamepad control page, press a button to activate it, and you're set! You can request a turn by clicking on the controller image. Each turn lasts 20 seconds unless you are the only person waiting for a turn, in which case you will keep your turn after 20 seconds until someone else requests one. Note that chat can and will mess with your inputs!

Q: How does chat work:

A: Works like you'd expect it to. You can also press buttons simultaneously instead of just one after another. Read the project site for more details.

Q: What makes this better than \<insert other implementation here\>?

A: There are a lot of modifications I've made to mine that aren't present in other versions.

• User friendly, minimal config desktop software.
  
• I've modified the controller to appear as an officially licensed Nintendo Switch HORIPAD instead of a hacked Pokken Tournament Pad like other implementations. There's no change in features, but the hardware emulation is much more accurate.
  
• In case the desktop software crashes, the Switch turns off, or the hardware is disconnected, the hardware can recover by simply using the software to reconnect. A sync protocol is in place that brings the hardware into a known state.
  
• The hardware's firmware buffers an input frame and checks it for data integrity via a fast algorithm before sending it to the Switch, so a crash will never cause random buttons to be pressed. Other implementations naively trust the input sent by the software and are susceptible to this problem.
  
• Input packets are synchronized to the Switch's poll rate in hardware. All commands are mapped to one or more input packets with a certain number of wait frames before the next input packet is processed, so this is as close to TAS as you can get. Most other implementations do not do this and rely on hacks like sleeping for 100ms on the computer side, which can cause variable latency (OS timers are not guaranteed to be accurate) and desyncs for TAS.
  
• Easier debugging. I've written some code that stubs out the firmware's AVR-specific calls and replaces them with implementations that allow the firmware to be run on desktop. When used in conjunction with something like socat, developers can quickly test out changes to the firmware without having to reflash the hardware.
  
• Other implementations usually only support one input source. By using a TCP server, input commands can be sent from many different clients or feeder sources. This also makes testing very easy since all that is needed to send test inputs is something like netcat.
  
• As far as I know, no other "Twitch Plays" project has ever allowed users to use controllers.
  
• Chat commands and modifications to gamepad support can be added/modified while the project is running and can be modified in most cases without ever touching code!

First, Third and Fourth- I take it you've really haven't had a Nintendo console for a long time.

Nintendo is trapped in another decade when it comes to online, and it really shows with the Online service and onboard NIC card. When it comes to the price of first party games; welcome to a nintendo console: Anything with a first party Nintendo character will rarely price drop but they're usually worth it with Nintendo being one of the few devs to sit as high as they do on metacritic for as long as they have.

> Yeah I know there are some good games for this thing, but the system experience outside of that is really sub par.

That's the whole point really. The video game console plays really good video games. Pick up Fire Emblem if you enjoy a tactics game/Persona's social system or Mario Odyssey if you enjoyed Sunshine on the gamecube days or Bayonetta 1&2 or Smash. Or start trying indie games, my Switch for a really long time was a glorified Binding of Isaac machine after Breath of the Wild until the library expanded as large as it did

As for your second point it's really your preference, I got large hands and the switch feels fine in portable mode. Used to have a Vita and it was a nightmare. If you hate the Joycon dpad so much then I recommend Hori Dpad Joycon (But to be clear it does not work wireless nor vibrate. Friend of mine loves the dpad on it though) for handheld play and a Pro controller for docked, the pro controller for me is on par for comfort with an Xbox one controller, never beena fan of Dualshocks.

Not OP, but I'm pretty confident he/she is talking about either the Hori wired switch pro controller, or the PowerA wired switch pro controller, since both of them cost about $25 USD, and they are both officially licensed by Nintendo.

However, I strongly recommend you reconsider if you'll be using them for Smash. I've used both of them at work, and honestly speaking...the quality is solid. Sure, they both feel light and cheap, but honestly speaking the finish is pretty darn good for the price. The only major quality con I see is they both have a fair share of hardware issues, with controllers that randomly stop working after some time, thus their low rating on Amazon despite high sales numbers.

The thing that will probably get you though is how bad the controls are for smash, and that if you're going for quality, you just wont beat the Pro Controller. I actually kinda went in depth about this in my other response to you as well above here, but basically, I'm pretty confident that had I bought these cheaper alternatives for Smash, and then tried the Pro Controller, I'd have regretted my decision horribly...

This post got a bit longwinded because I'm a bit passionate on this subject, sorry. The PC gamepad space was a nightmare before Valve singlehandedly fixed it all. It used to be "Buy an Xbox pad or get out." Or as you said, "no other controller compares with it."

So Valve made the other controllers compare with it. Arguably, it's actually become the weakest and most feature-deprived controller these days now that other controllers are allowed to compete with native support across the board, because the only real advantage it had was that every game natively supported it. It has no gyro, no touchpad, and the least amount of usable buttons out of all the major controllers. I'd make an Epic Store comparison, but I have better things to talk about:

Beyond just adding support for every controller under the sun, the amount of control Steam Input gives you is incredible. Anything you could think of, and dozens of things you never thought of and never knew you needed. You can make it so that buttons behave differently based on whatever else is being pressed. A common thing to do is to bind the Back button with various other buttons for things like volume, playlist control, alt tabbing, etc.

If you have a PS4 pad or a Steam Controller (or any future controller that adds touchpads) you can add Touch Menus to them. These are fully customizable:

Example One

Example Two

Example Three

If you don't have a touchpad, you can use Radial Menus instead, which work similarly but with a stick instead of a touchpad.

My personal favorite use is for a Steam Controller which I configured to use the gyro for precise aiming, but have it only enabled while my thumb on the right touchpad so it only moves when I want it to move, and the sensitivity drops if I half-pull my trigger for lining up the shot. It makes using a controller in an FPS actually bearable, even enjoyable at times.

And again: Valve developed all of this as part of the software suite for their own controller, and then just natively supported all other controllers for all features that they're reasonably capable of. The PS4 and Switch Pro controllers can use Gyro, PS4 can use Touchpad, etc. They went out of their way to improve the competition for their own product because it was better for their customers. The end result was that they wanted controllers to be better, they didn't care how we got there.

Hell, at the beginning of this year they randomly added support for PowerA's Gamecube-style Switch Pro controller. It blew my mind, I did not expect them to add official support shortly after release for this obscure third party controller, but they did.

That's why I don't like Epic. Epic would never do any of this. That's why they're not interested in being better, they're not interested in actually competing. They're interested in giving you no other options. You don't have to be better if you're the only choice. That's why I don't value their "competition" at all. We don't need them. We were doing fine until they came along and started screwing everything up.

I have both and are enjoying both a lot.

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vita wins on portability easily, but switch is more comfortable for me in long play time since i have huge hands. I have a powerbank that can charge both devices so battery power hasnt been an issue for me.

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if someone really needs a dpad, check this out:
https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Mario-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AI0GLJK/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=hori+dpad&qid=1550630576&s=gateway&sr=8-2

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list of good games for switch that are not available on vita (currently):

breath of the wild

mario kart 8 deluxe

mario odyssey

donkey kong tropical freeze

Octopath traveller

Xenoblade 2

smash bros

bayonetta 2

splatoon 2

dark souls

dead cells (MUST PLAY if you like dark soul)

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just be open minded to try different consoles and games, i am sure you will enjoy many things from both side :)

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Purists will hate this suggestion (and the controller is far from perfect) but the PowerA Wireless GameCube Controller is the best third party controller I have used. Better than the Hori Battlepad and WAY better than the PDP Fight Pad Pro.

NB: You’re never going to get the same quality or feel of a first party controller going this route and you will definitely be more prone to dropped inputs, etc. But especially if you’re looking for a casual option that delivers a decent wireless experience with the GameCube form factor (plus home and share buttons) IMO, this is the best option.

I have a Switch and I have to say the console itself is fine, but it's clear a massive miscalculation was made with the original design of the joycon. The Gamepad Pro so far seem much more durable(I've used the same since 2017 and it's only just finally beginning to experiences slightly less precises controls in one of the joysticks and that was mostly fixed with just a bit of calibration). However that might be because it actually uses what's likely a very different component model than the one that troubles joy-cons the most.

As it turn out, the faulty component(the joystick) is not even one Nintendo had designed themselves but is instead purchased from mass supplier. It's literally a "standard" third party model that was made for a variety of uses...

... and was likely never made by that supplier for durability due to the resistor pad inside the joystick box being made from graphite that metal component will literally dent and scratch over time.

Considering the tiny size of the joystick, I assume it was selected(though I have no ideas if Nintendo were originally aware of the weak nature of the internals of the joysticks boxes) primarily due to it's small size as to allow room for the much more advanced HD rumble(more advanced than even the Gamepad Pro's) in the pair and IR camera found in one ontop of the NFC sensor found in the other joycon.

All this said, it does mean that if you can find any third party model that use a different stick design though, they might be more durable than Nintendo's joycons and perhaps even cheaper than Nintendo's offering... since most third parties will have removed the more costly components/features of the controllers which is to say the forementioned HD Rumble/IR camera/NFC sensor.

Personally I've started the search myself even though my current joycons have yet to experience drift so I can preemptively make sure I have a more durable backup before I even get there. Though the tough part for me is to specifically find a pair that could support being used in handheld play which is my primary use for joycons.

My Gamepad Pro is still fine though, but I might still pick a new third party controller for a similar role though albeit different
reasons.
My dad's actually begun to play some games himself but while he's finally just starting to get the hang of 3D cameras, he still struggle to remember once in a while which button do what. But recently I fell upon a third party controller that's basically a modernized Gamecube controller updated with four shoulder buttons, motion control and a proper joystick instead of a C-stick, but otherwise retained the same controls layout.... including the extremely clear button identification layout with that massive green A button, that instantly noticeable red B and the X and Y butons to either sides of the top of the green A. It even got updated to have the screenshot/home buttons of Switch controllers too: https://www.amazon.ca/PowerA-Wireless-Controller-Nintendo-Switch-GameCube/dp/B07GXLBCC3?th=1

I'm in the same situation as you. This is my first Smash game and when Smash released I bought a Pro Controller. I figured it was better to buy a Pro Controller so I could also use it for other games, as the GC controller doesn't have motion controls or rumble.

Three months ago, I got a PDP gamepad controller Zelda themed and I really enjoy the notches and, once used to the buttons, is amazing. The build of this controller is really good (it took a heavy hit recently and it is in top form), and it doesn't have the bumpers of a GC controller (I have tried them a bit from friends and it is plain weird for me) but regular bumpers, with the ZL that the GC lacks.

Lately I've been going back and forth between the two. I got to say, I enjoy them both for different reasons. The PDP controller has the notches, that special button layout, and doesn't sacrifice the bumpers. The Pro Controller has rumble (yeah, I like it), build quality, and it's wireless, which I prefer over wired. I'm also experimenting with a "Zachray" configuration (specials to X to do the A + Special input easier) and B to grab. I feel the GC layout has less flexibility in customization.

Right now I prefer to play with the PDP gamepad controller, but it could change in the future.

There are only a few updates right out of the box, and they dont' take long at all. I didn't get my console on a big holiday, however, so depending on how many people are trying to connect to Nintendo's servers on Christmas, it might take significantly longer.

A screen protector is very nice to have. I haven't got one myself, but I plan on getting one. Until then, I'm just very careful when docking/undocking my console.

For accessories, it depends. If you travel a lot or on a regular basis, a traveling case is definitely worth it. I got this one, and it's great. It's a tad bigger than the one found on Nintendo's website (even though it is an official Nintendo product), and comes with two four-cartridge cases and two SD card cases.
Depending on what games he has, your son might also want a pro controller. I got the $70 one here, but there is a cheaper $30 option if you really want it (but personally I wouldn't recommend it). I primarily use my pro controller for MK8D and Splatoon 2.
The last major accessory you might want is an SD card. Depending on how many games he wants to download as opposed to using a physical copy, an SD card might be worth it. I think the best option is a microSDXC UHS-I card, but I don't remember. The size depends on how much money you can spend and how many games you wanna download. I wouldn't really go for anything below 64GB, but that's just me.

Mate I'm sorry to say but I strongly doubt you'll be able to get $90 for the joycons. The case is neat, but you can get brand new joycons on Amazon for 71$, less for the red/blue ones. The color is neat but I'm doubtful anyone would pay a 20$ premium on it. Perhaps if you priced it a bit closer to 70$ you'd have better luck - but even then after fees and shipping you're coming out way lower than you could on Craigslist.

As for the mouse, that's a pretty okay price there. Good luck with the sales.

I just expect better design from a company as big as Nintendo. Especially when I see 3rd party DIY docks that look like This. Now that imo has a much more practical design that won't scratch the switch and honestly just looks prettier and more professional than the shit they gave us. I would gladly pay the 60 if the original looked anything like that.

For a nice all-in-one cheap solution, I'd go with the Elite F300.

If you're willing to mod, then I'd suggest a 8bitdo N30 w/ Sanwa buttons and Sanwa joystick. This will give you the same as above but with bluetooth and I'm pretty sure it will eliminate the need for an extra controller to get it hooked up to xbox/ps.

If you're looking for something bigger but still cheap, then I would have to suggest a used Razer Panethera or Hori RAP 4 on Amazon for about 100-130. The returns on Amazon Warehouse are usually people who tried the stick for an hour or two and didn't care for it. They're usually pretty damn nice and offer around 30-40% discount. I once got a "used" display shelf that still had all the protective material on and around the shelf, like the sticker kind that you can't re-apply... so I guess somebody literally just opened the box and said well nevermind and returned it.

in that case i would say just get the pro controller... It's a great controller with a 'normal' design, and it has a D-pad, so wouldn't that solve the issue?
And the 'share the joy' (i like that tagline, haven't heard it before) feature is mainly only to be used when you are playing multiplayer with friends. I wouldn't expect anyone to use a single joy-con during a 1 player experience. Now if you were to put the D-Pad on there, it becomes less desirable as a solo controller...meanwhile not having the D-pad doesn't necessarily have any cons...no pun intended. But I guess that's just my personal opinion.

Edit: I guess the Pro controller would only be a solution when playing at home, but not on the go. Hori makes an interesting Switch controller, where the D-pad actually is removable and can be placed on the back of the controller for storage, so you can choose whether you want buttons or the D-pad: https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-HORIPAD-Controller-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01NAUATSM

Would be interesting if they could make a simple D-pad cover for the joy-con, that snaps over the buttons or something like that.

If you want another dock, buy the original one and a small case for it on amazon.

Usually the issues with usb-c are thanks to the cable. If you want to play it safe, buy one that Benson Leung recommends.

I usually use my ZMI QB820 Power bank with a Veckle USB-C (Benson Leung gave it 4 stars, he decreased a star because when he reviewed it the cable was unbranded. Mine came branded.) with my docked switch without any issues.

So either buy anything related to USB-C from Nintendo, research what you want to buy (reviews, etc) or play it safe buying anything with a good review from Benson Leung.

Good luck. The currently state of things is that most people avoid any 3rd party docks like the plague since Nintendo didn't follow the USB 3.1 standard exactly, and because of this it was not an uncommon occurrence for a 3rd party dock to end up frying the Nintendo Switch.

Your best bet would be to get an official Nintendo Switch dock, disassemble to remove all plastic so that you have just the circuit board, and put that board into a more portable form factor. Something like: https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=asc_df_B071YVC3NJ

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EDIT:I did purchase Best Buy's Isginia third party dock and use it regularly. It does the job. I've used it for about 5 months now and my Switch is still working.You do occasionally have to completely unplug the thing to reset it, as it will occasionally not recognize the Switch is being docked. But since it is primarily for portability, it likely will be unplugged often anyway.

> Im really not into the neon colours , especially being red and blue and a-symetrical really irks me.

Me too, but you can get red + red (or blue + blue).

Personally I went with grey too, then when the neon yellow ones came out I got those because they look amazing. Unlike the red and blue ones I just loved these yellow ones as soon as I saw them. I love these darker red ones too, will probably get them.

I have two of these and they're not bad. You need to update the firmware before you use it and it's a pain to sync up, but once you have it running it's surprisingly OK for a $20 wireless controller. I use them as guest controllers for my kid's friends who I don't trust with an expensive set of Joycons or a Pro controller.

If you want something cheap that'll work without any setup try a wired Hori controller.

Also if you're having stick drift with Joycons and you're in North America you can send them into Nintendo and they'll fix them for free. If you do want to spend more to get a better controller stick drift is very uncommon in Pro controllers and 8bitdo controllers

Really depends on whether you need gyro controls and/or HD rumble. If you need either of those i would suggest just sticking to the joy-cons in the grip and save up for the pro controller. Otherwise, there are great wired options out there. Most notably the controllers from PowerA and HORI. Also personally I think the PowerA controller looks better than the pro controller but that's just my opinion.

If you play a lot of 2D games I'd recommend this controller. Probably the best 2D controller for the switch and has thumbsticks for 3D games.

The best option is generally agreed to be to just gut your original Dock and put its components into a shell. About as small as a pair of Joy Cons side by side, still gives you access to all the ports, surprisingly easy to get done with the right instructions, and removes the risk and annoyance of scratching and overheating with the original dock. Also, and this is just a personal thing, I like the far better customization options with it and the fact it displays my Switch a lot more prominently. Sure you lose the signature look, but I think it better represents just what the Switch really is and the power of the tablet itself. Bottom link is the one I used since July and I haven't regretted it since. Top one offers more air flow and probably is worth the extra 2 bucks.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Portable-Replacement-Requires-Original-Electronics/dp/B0746QJZC6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1519597009&sr=8-2&keywords=switch+dock+shell
https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Nintendo-Replacement-original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1519597009&sr=8-3&keywords=switch+dock+shell

If you don't mind playing wired, the HORIPAD is an awesome value. That's what I ended up going with after getting a Pro Controller. However, the HORIPAD is so comfy, sometimes I use it instead of the Pro Controller, especially with how much better its D-pad is. I have certain friends that are really rough on my controllers as well, so it's a perfect one to hand them.

If you plan to play all together (4 players) and the budget is limited you can get just 1 more set of joycons since every joycon can be used as a controller so with 4 joycon (2 pair) you can play all together.

If you want to use a full joycon set as a single controller you may need a joycon controller grip or you can use them without it using the wriststraps included.

You can buy cheap but good wired horipad so you don't have to worry about charging batteries or kids throwing them since they are pretty cheap.

As other said you'll need a bigger MicroSD and I would recommend too to setup your switch the night before so it will be updated and ready when the kids open it christmas morning.

I thought I wanted it but then the original Switch was revised and seems to be the better option for me. I don't think the minor size difference between the Switch and Switch Lite makes up for all that you lose (battery life, dockability, etc.). I am planning on getting the updated Switch (Fat?) as I traded in my Xbox One S for $300 credit after getting an Xbox One X for $175. Just waiting on a holiday bundle.

However, I won't be selling my OLED Vita or slim Vita because I want to play all the indies I already have on the Vita. The Switch for me will be almost exclusively for Nintendo titles.

Oh yeah, and I bought this D-pad joycon for the Switch Fat in handheld mode. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJRN4CE/

This is a bit late, but your best bet at this point would be to monitor PlayAsia's listing for the upcoming pre-order. They've already sold out of their Japanese imports but the wider Asian release hasn't gone up yet.

Amazon.co.jp and AmiAmi have already sold out of their pre-orders (current Amazon.co.jp offerings are from 3rd party sellers, retail price is around $82 USD shipped) but it's possible they'll both post more on release day.

As far as I know, none of the Euro stock has gone up for pre-order yet, so keeping an eye on on the various regional Amazons and other import friendly retailers would be helpful. To warn you though, quite a few of the Amazons will put on shipping restriction warnings even if they let you place an order, so it can be very up in the air whether they'll honor international orders. It's better than having no chance outside of eBay though!

Edit: As soon as I post that none of the EU stock has gone up, Amazon.fr posted theirs. As expected it has the shipping restriction warning but is letting international orders through.

If you're strictly just looking to pouch spam and AFK farm core crystals, buy this and watch this and this.

If you still want to emulate and automate inputs for whatever reason, the Switch supports USB peripherals. If you want to use a controller, use a GC adapter and solder an Arduino to a GCC board (or splice the wires) and run macros off of it. Otherwise you could just spoof an HID using your preferred microcontroller. Spoofing joy-cons sounds like a lot more work.

There's a surprisingly detailed tutorial by Hax$ and WatchingTime on how to install an Arduino Uno in a GCC here. The purpose is to help with advanced techniques in another game, but the script should help you get started.

Good luck.

I went ahead and scrubbed through and am gonna also compile a list of games available for pre-order through Amazon. Eligible for 20% off for Prime subscribers! Some product pages will show as Switch Title [Number] but once in your cart they will display the proper name. Amazon does not charge you until the product is shipped!



Game | Price | Tentative Release Date
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition | $59.99 | 12/31/2017
Fifa| $59.99 | 12/31/2017
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild STANDARD EDITION| $59.99 | 03/03/2017
Puyo Puyo Tetris | $39.99 | 05/31/2017
Arms | $59.99 | 12/31/2017
Splatoon 2| $59.99 | 12/31/2017
Redout | $39.99 | 12/31/2017
Super Mario Odyssey| $59.99 | 12/31/2017
Xenoblade 2 | $59.99 | 12/31/2017
Lego City Undercover Switch|$59.99 | 04/30/2017|
|The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild SPECIAL EDITION|$99.99| 03/13/2017
|1-2 Switch| $49.99| 12/31/2017
|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe| $59.99| 12/31/2017
|The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild MASTER EDITION|$129.99|03/13/2017 SOLD OUT AS OF WRITING
|Sonic Mania: Collector's Edition|$69.99| 05/31/2017

Will add titles as they are added!

Looks like accessories are also coming in!

Accessory | Price | Tentative Release Date
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|Nintendo Switch, Grey Joy-Cons| $299.99| 03/03/2017 CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
|Nintendo Switch, Colored Joy-Cons|$299.99| 03/03/2017 CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Nintendo Joy-con (L)-Gray - | $49.99 | 03/03/2017
|Nintendo Joy-Con Strap-Gray | $7.99| 03/03/2017
|Nintendo Nintendo Switch Carrying Case + Screen Protector|$19.99|03/03/2017
|Nintendo Joy-Con Strap-Neon Red| $7.99| 03/03/2017
|Nintendo Joy-Con Charging Grip| $29.99| 03/03/2017
|Nintendo Nintendo Switch AC Adapter| $29.99| 03/03/2017
|Nintendo Joy-Con Strap-Neon Blue|$7.99| 03/03/2017

If you want to be able to play over the next couple of weeks but not spend the full amount for a new Joycon, you might want to check out the HORI D-Pad Joycon. It's pretty cheap because it doesn't have most of the internals that are in a full Joycon, but it still works and feels fine.

The main limitation is that it only works in handheld mode (attached to the Switch) because it doesn't have a battery or bluetooth. But if you're okay with that, it's a great little controller -- I bought one for playing platformers with the D-pad, and ended up just leaving it on my Switch.

I've bought quite a few switch accessories.

I bought the Pro Controller.
Works great. Exactly as advertised.

The Nintendo Joy-Con, Neon Blue & Neon Red - Left and Right Edition.
Also works great.

HORI Officially Licensed Premium Protective Filter for Nintendo Switch .

This is not great. I find the edges of it are always peeling back especially along the bottom. However installation was easy.

Because of the above I've now bought:

Spigen Nintendo Switch Screen Protector Tempered Glass / 2 Pack / 9H Hardness for Nintendo Switch 2017

I have not used it yet so I cannot comment on its effectiveness.

I have also ordered the following:

HORI NSW-003U Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Charge Stand Officially Licensed

It was supposed to be released on April 12th according to Amazon and it still hasn't shipped and Amazon doesn't have any accurate information as to when they will receive stock.

I'm pretty sure that's it so far.

I think the joycons off the console look comfortable enough. I mean, you just hold them in your hands, all good. When they're mounted, it looks uncomfortable.

>And for peripherals I guess I don't really get what you mean

To play online, I'd want to use voice chat. I'd need a Switch specific headset, right? Something that plugs into my phone and my Switch. And I'll want a different controller, like the pro controller. And what about friends? I might actually need 3-4 pro-like controllers. And what if I want the Switch to be my primary gaming platform, as it is for so many? I'd need to buy an arcade stick similar to the one I have on PC.

This thread is filled with a ton of good game recommendations, so I'll skip that. One thing I would DEFINITELY recommend getting, however...

An additional set of Joy-Con controllers

Joy-Cons are the standard controller option for the Switch, and the main console comes with one pair. A "pair" of Joy-Cons is actually two small controllers that can be docked onto the sides of the console, docked onto a controller accessory (which will also be included with your Switch), or held separately - one in each hand. Technically, one "set" of Joy-Cons is enough to play most games without much limit, but a second set would make everything a LOT more comfortable for your kids, and would even open up the possibility of playing 4-player games with them and your husband.

There are other controller options, but I wouldn't worry about them at first. Joy-Cons should be more than sufficient for the younglings.

Im getting my switch in about a week and a half, so i've started to look for accesories, and I think i need some help :P

Initially ill be getting Mario Kart, so im going to buy the official Joy Con Wheel x2 thing.

I was also going to buy a carrying case, and I saw this one, which looked nice.

The last thing I was going to buy for now was a screen protector, since i've heard they can get scratched easily when placing/removing the console from the dock, so I was thinking of buying this one. I also saw a Hori screen protector, but it has horrible reviews (Mostly complaining about it unsticking at the bottom of the switch because of the heat when being docked).

So, are these good choices or should I buy some other one instead?

Also, ill probably end up buying a controller, however, I find the pro controller to be too expensive, so I was thinking of buying the Hori one which is much more affordable, but is it any good? Are there any other good controllers? And I was looking at Hori stuff, so I stumbled upon the Playstand, and the game case. Are they worth buying?


 


Sorry if this comment is too big, im very hyped for the Switch, and I dont want to ruin my experience with bad accesories =)


 


EDIT: I forgot to ask, Is a big SD Card worth it? How much space would you recommend if it is?

First off, if you plug your switch into a dock, the screen on the Switch itself will go black. What you would want to do to charge a switch in tabletop is to get a good stand that has a space for the charger to fit in, something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9RTMWS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KBJSCb4AE5SKY

Second, if you DO want a portable dock, I’d recommend taking an official dock and putting it into a smaller shell, something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6CJSCbJRHEK9W
It’s a fairly straightforward and easy process - I don’t have much engineering know-how and it took me a half-hour max.

> If you return an item using a prepaid method (dropoff or pickup) from the Online Returns Center (Amazon.com Full Site), and the reason for return is not a result of an Amazon error, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund unless your item qualifies for a free return.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201819210


>Only product(s) that say they are eligible for Free Returns on the product detail page are eligible for Free Returns.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201532130


Does it say "free returns" anywhere on this page?

You can even try it yourself, try returning any non-clothing item in your order history with excuse "no longer needed" and see how much shipping is. Universal free returns are not part of Prime.

Imgur gallery here: https://imgur.com/a/wKrlRAH

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Amazon product page here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Y4NZQNQ?ref=ppx_pt2_dt_b_prod_image

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Pros
- Wireless
- Easily synched
- Gyro support
- NFC support (for Amiibo)
- Basic rumble support


Cons
- The face buttons could be a bit higher. They're nearly flushed
- No IR camera
- Purple L and R buttons would have been nice
- ZL and ZR practically require your fingers to be at the edge for the press to register.


Overall, this is a very servicable set of Joycons and may end up being my favorite controller of all time. Hopefully there will be a version 2 of this controller with raised face buttons and IR support.

Look up the HORI Nintendo Switch pad; it's an official wired switch controller with no motion sensors included. It's basically the Pro Controller, except since it doesn't have the gyros and the rumble and the Amiibo sensor, it's only 25 USD instead of 80.

Since none of the special features of the more expensive controllers will ever be useful to you, and are in fact more likely to be a hindrance, wouldn't the best solution to this and future problems be to get a controller that doesn't fight you?

I understand if $25 is too much, but if you're committed to having a Switch and being able to play the games you want to play, one good controller will make your playing experience so much better.

In fact, with the right setup, you can hook up an Xbox controller to the Switch and have it work. I'd look up a guide if that interests you at all.

On the tail end of this DQT but worth asking. Does anyone own the Horipad controller? I'm considering picking up a second controller so I am torn between another set of joycons and a procontroller. Then I saw this was half the price.

I'm aware the horipad has no gyro or rumble but it would be used for co-op/multiplayer for games. Overcooked, MK, rocket league etc

If I got a pro controller I'd use it for multiplayer but would also use it myself for splatoon and future games since it has motion control and rumble, also the wireless functionality is appealing.

And the joy cons pro is that it would give me 4 controllers, although it's unlikely i'd need anymore than 3 at a time, and I'm digging the green/pink splatoon colours.

The joycons are comfortable for me to hold so ergonomics isn't a big factor for picking pro controller.

Just wondering what people would recommend.

Consider something like this. You have to take the circuit board and ports out of the official dock and put them in there, but it's pretty easy to do and won't brick your system. Much easier to carry around.

i think i saw somewhere that there are joy con with dpad's like this one : https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE?th=1 . is this just a modded version of the hori joycon? so this doesnt have all the features of the original joy cons?

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Can anyone speak for the quality of HORI Switch HORIPAD controllers for PC gaming on Steam?

https://www.amazon.ca/Nintendo-Switch-HORIPAD-Wired-Controller/dp/B01NAUATSM

I fell in love with the Switch pro controller after going to a friend's house because of it's buttery smoothness. However, spending $80 Canadian loonies on a controller with so many features I don't need seems wasteful. I'm currently on an XBOX360 wired controller that works fine, but the shoulder and trigger buttons seem a bit too plastic-y for me nowadays.

I've read the reviews and I've done a search and found this thread, but there were no responses to it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

So here's the thing about the switch, it's stupidly durable. Here's a video showcasing how strong the console itself actually is:

https://youtu.be/kqMgv9hHmrY

That being said, the closest I could find to a case similar to what you described would be this:

MoKo Nintendo Switch Case, Segment Design Protective Set Crystal Hard Back Clear Cover, Shock-Absorption and Anti-Scratch, for Nintendo Switch Console (2017) - Crystal Clear https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B078V15VY4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ArTKAbS1SVHHA

All other cases I've seen are kidnapped stow and go and don't let you play the console without taking them out of the case.

As for controllers you have a few options. The main one is buying another set of joy cons (which are the controllers that CE with your switch). This way you'll technically have 4 controllers because each individual joy con can be used as one. You can also buy the Nintendo official pro controller which is similar to the one made for the Xbox 360/Xbox one and doesn't split into two like the joycon. To buy a set of joycon or a pro controller is about the same price. Nintendo does have some officially licensed pro controllers that have Zelda and Mario designs on them but they are not wireless which may or may not be a deal breaker for you (they are cheaper though).

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01NAWKYZ0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MvTKAbXQBWW9P

Nintendo HACAJAEAA Joy-Con (L/R) - Neon Red/Blue - Left and Right Edition https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01N6QJ58Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bwTKAbAER1QPM

Nintendo Switch Wired Controller Plus – Super Mario https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B075DNGDWM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_CwTKAb20D87WT. (this one also has a Zelda design for the same price)

Well, in theory it might be possible with a Turbo Controller for PS/XBox (Including fighting sticks) and a Brook Adapter, but I cannot test that because I don't have any Brook Adapter.

That would work pretty well with a Turbo Fighting Stick because while you cannot move, you could just leave a book on the L & R buttons and let it do the job since the post-game menu is defaulted on Rematch.

Good thing is, with the Brook Wii U Adapter update, we do somewhat have access to this option, although it is not for everybody. The HORIPad that comes out this month will have turbo functions and will be cheaper, but I don't know if said function is confirmed to work for triggers.

If you're feeling like building something, you could also do that with an Arduino and two synchronized motors, with a little thingie on each to press on the L & R Buttons. If you sync that, that would work too as it would simulate a turbo press on those buttons. The main problem is to sync the two presses as well as keep the Joy-Con or Pro-Con stable in this system. This kind of things has been seen with, for instance, Ditto Hunting in Pokémon Sun & Moon, so that wouldn't be such a new idea.

Ty ! i was gonna buy this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AD478L6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
but hey i already have an xbox one controller which is great. Thanks again !

I hear you man but can I make a suggestion and buy the joy con that has to be attached at all times to work? The one with the D Pad. I’ve had it half a year and other than a goofy squishy minus button it works flawless. It’s normally $20 but I bought it for $13 on Amazon.

Edit: this HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJRN4CE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EUPNDbS63BBTA

I don’t remember how much it cost, I think it was $50 or $60, but I have the Breath of the Wild pro controller and I love it. Haven’t removed my joycons from the system in months. It runs on batteries though

Edit: PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch Link Silhouette https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GXJHRVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.CLNDbE8QJEBC it’s this one, $35 with Prime. If you’re fine with it being battery powered I highly recommend it, if not go with something else. Batteries usually last a long time though for me, probably twice as long as they do in my Xbox One controller

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Legend-GameCube-Controller-500-100-NA-D2/dp/B07GX8YS78

Pros:

GameCube inspired Pro Controller designed for the Nintendo Switch

Compatible with any game but mostly efficient for fighting games

Change out the C Stick for a full size stick with the detachable stick design (included)

10 foot USB cable provides plenty of room to play with ease

•Not very expensive

•Has the buttons from the original joycons, e.g screenshot, home etc

•Not too overwhelming design

Officially licensed by Nintendo

Cons:

•Not wireless but can be used in handheld using a usb c to usb 3.1 adaptor

•Doesn't wake the console up


Don't know if it's what you wanted but includes most of your requirements!!

https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=switch+dock+shell&qid=1565571875&s=gateway&sprefix=swiych+dock+shel&sr=8-3

You’re welcome

Super easy, took 10 mins.

You’ll thank me later

Yeah I have the same problem with going down. It’s not horrible, but it happens enough to where I would buy something else to try. I wish I could find a SNES style controller with the dpad that’s in the dpad joycon you can buy( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJRN4CE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_X-4BDb8B8038A ). That’s the best feeling dpad I have ever used.

Those aren't Gamecube controllers, they're Wii controllers that look like GC controllers. To actually use one you'd have to plug it into a Wiimote. It'll work on Smash 4, but I'm not sure they'll be supported in Ultimate.

As an alternative, you could try looking for one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Battle-Zelda-GameCube-Controller/dp/B01AD478L6/

https://www.amazon.com/PowerA-Wired-Controller-Nintendo-Switch-GameCube/dp/B07GXJV9NM/

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Pikachu-Wired-Fight-500-100/dp/B07GXB9GW9/

They're new Switch controllers that are GC styled. You can connect them directly to your Switch using the USB ports, no need for an adapter. They probably aren't as cheap as the controllers you found, but they're cheaper than the official GC controllers and they'll definitely work.

If you want a recommendation, get the Hori. That's the only one I've got, and although it's stiffer than the original GCs it's a good product.

Well again, I'm not wound up about it, but literally every version of these games that has been re-released (even Wii/Wii U VC) has either Y and B inputs or button remapping, so it's a weird defense to make. Also I'm not sure why someone wouldn't use a pro controller if they have one, ESPECIALLY when I'm playing 2D games on the TV because the joycons have no d-pad to speak of. I even got this so I could have a real d-pad in handheld mode rather than those insane buttons. But again, that's me and I'm not saying everyone has to do it the same, just a bit weird that you're confused by using pro controllers (which I'm not sure even came up in this thread). My question would be why use a single joycon for a game with no analog controls? Why would I want to play NES games (or even modern 2D platformers) with a joycon control stick?

Again, nothing wrong with X and A but there are pretty obvious benefits to using dual joy cons or pro controller over a sideways joycon (which I personally view as the ultimate last resort for multiplayer games).

As someone who has a Pro Controller, and was reluctant to buy one, I have two very strong opinions on it:

1. The Pro Controller is the most overrated accessory ever, the Joycons in the grip are perfectly fine.
   
2. The Pro Controller is an immensely nice controller and basically a mandatory accessory, even to me, who drastically prefers a PlayStation-shaped controller and doesn't like the Xbox stick layout.
   
   ----
   If you already have an existing controller you're happy with (Xbone, PS3, PS4, Wii U Pro Controller, others), check out the 8BitDo Wireless USB Adapter, which will allow you to use it with the Switch.
   
   There's several third-party options for Switch controllers, including:
   
   

• PowerA's wireless controller
  
• PowerA's wired controller that comes in Mario or Zelda flavouring
  
• Hori's wired controller with a big-ass d-pad
  
• and your usual assortment of MadCatz-grade controllers (hey look!) that should really just be shipped straight to the dump after manufacturing to cut out the consumer annoyance from the process.

It now says shipping to the US is unavailable. Sadly. Keeps charging me a dollar tho. But the money is still in my account.

Is there any other way to get these or should I just wait for
the US release?


EDIT: Actually found a way to have it shipped to the US for $84. Go on UK Amazon sign up for the Prime Free Trial and you'll have access to pre-order. They are on stock August 9th 2017. Just placed my order and i'm hoping this works! :)


EDIT...again: False alarm...... How do people get it shipped to the US? After I place the order it keeps saying it can't be delivered to the US. PLEASE HELP!

1. Buy a tempered glass screen protector. Docks have been known to scratch them up.
   
2. Buy a micro SD card that's at LEAST 128GB in size.
   
3. If you're going to play handheld at all and experience discomfort, definitely buy either a Skull & Co grip or a Satisfye grip.
   
4. If you want to share your games AT ALL with anybody else in your family who also owns their own separate Switch, definitely buy your games physical. (There is a LOT you can read up on cloud saves / game sharing / etc. about this, but this is the rule of thumb, imo.)
   
5. If you're NOT going to share your games with anybody else, then buying your games digitally tends to cut down on load times a little bit, as far as I can tell. Just keep an eye on how much space you have left on your micro SD.
   
6. Definitely buy a Nintendo Switch Online (or whatever the hell it's called) Subscription. You need this to play games online, and you get a bunch of free NES / SNES games, too. Also, if you want to buy the Online subscription for multiple Switches, there's a family plan thing you can get as well.
   
7. If you're going to play docked, invest in a Pro Controller. If you're going to play Smash, either invest in a Gamecube controller adapter and get a GC controller... or buy this wireless controller.

There is already Mario Kart, Minecraft, Puyo Puyo Tetris, Arms and a few other split-screen games. I'm sure there will be more to come. I have the joycons that came with the system and a Pro Controller so I can have 2-player split screen and 3-player if I really want to split the joycons into 2 controllers.

You can also look into the 8bitdo Pro Controllers which have all of the buttons of a Pro Controller but without motion control or rumble and they cost about half as much as a Pro Controller.

Hori is also releasing a Pro Controller at the end of this month also for $30 that doesn't have rumble or motion. If you are willing to sacrifice the tech that makes the Pro Controller so expensive, those both seem like great, inexpensive options.

Ouch. The left side is near impossible to easily get in North America.

Luckily, somewhat, it is widely released in EU.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B072BZ66JL

That one should ship to.you.

If the outside case is fine you might be better off just getting parts and giving them cash/beer.

I've tried a couple cheap-o grips, and they never feel quite right. The plastic ones always seem kind of loose and I don't like the feel of silicon after an extended period. The Satisfye looks pretty good, but what I'm holding out for is the Hori Split Pad Pro, which basically splits a Pro Controller in half and turns them into Joy-cons, with the addition of things like programmable back paddles that are pretty standard on elite/pro style controllers now.

Granted, it's about twice as much as just a grip, but it's still cheaper than a new set of official Joy-cons.

This is the best option I can think of. I have it and I must say the d-pad on it is quite nice. It only works in handheld mode though.

Edit: Wanted to add that there is a Mario and Pikachu variant of it alongside the Zelda variant.

Edit 2: What Pro Controller do you have? Do you have Nintendo's official wireless Pro Controller or do you have one of the officially licensed Pro Controllers made by companies like HORI, PowerA and PDP?

Just FYI: you can shorten those 2nd and 3rd Amazon links by dropping everything starting with "/ref="; that part is completely unnecessary to the link. Delete those five characters, and everything after them, and you're left with a nice clean URL like the first one is. As an example, here's the second URL, cleaned up:

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Joy-Neon-Pink-Green-switch/dp/B078GZM4H8

There is no 100% safe third party option.

The best method for a more portable docking solution is using the official dock chipset and getting a replacement shell.

Your safest bet is getting this off amazon. Basically that's just a plastic shell, you take an official dock apart and place the board inside that. It's the most expensive way to do it (official docks are still like $90), but definitely the safest, since you're basically just using an official dock inside of a different plastic housing.

Nope, the Switch doesn’t use a standard USB-C compliant connection and needs specially made docks.

The consensus is that you shouldn’t use 3rd party docks because they can brick your Switch.

However, if you do want a cheaper and more portable alternative and don’t care for the risk, the Insignia and Jumpgate docks have been safe so far. Your safest method is taking apart the official dock and transferring the internal to a shell

These are what I was referring to. I don’t have them, and the reviews I’ve seen say they’re a pass but still they’re interesting none the less.


Wireless Joy-Con for Nintendo Switch, SADES Joy Con (L-R) Wireless Controller Compatible with Nintendo Switch Console Switch Remote Controller Gamepad - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y4NZQNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8WcZDbM4Y68P0

I'm in a similar situation as you. Using the normal dock, I don't have enough room on the shelf below my tv to put in and take out my switch. I ended up keeping it on the floor until I got a 3rd party dock shell. You have to take the chip out of the normal one and screw into the hollow shell. It makes it very easy to take in and out. And doesn't cause some of the bricking of the system like other 3rd party docks do.

check out /r/NintendoSwitch - great sub with a lot of info. AFAIK, any decent fighting stick from Hori or something works with Switch. like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Arcade-Hayabusa-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01N4P40LG/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=hori+fightstick&qid=1559083699&s=gateway&sr=8-3


But I imagine people have their own opinions on which is the best.

Amazon has the neon red-blue for msrp right now. You can also order the double red or Grey but they'll take longer to ship.

Amazon

edit: Gamestop has grey joy cons online as well

PDP is the best USB GC controller for the money imo.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Princess-GameCube-Controller-500-100-NA-D5/dp/B07MY2WZ7M/?th=1

Has a lot of different skins, they all look good. I went with Peach cause its pink and obnoxious looking.

If you want a Wireless one I think the PowerA is your best bet. A bit more expensive tho.

https://www.amazon.com/PowerA-Wireless-Controller-Nintendo-Switch-GameCube/dp/B07GXLBCC3/

It's a a great controller.

Do you mean controllers like this one.

https://www.amazon.com/PowerA-Wireless-Controller-Nintendo-Switch-GameCube/dp/B07GXLBCC3/ref=pd_cp_63_3?pd_rd_w=rZwuW&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=5ZP2BSTAQRZJJD8XHKPF&pd_rd_r=a61935b1-a982-4670-a2e8-570e71c9a8e0&pd_rd_wg=vkX9o&pd_rd_i=B07GXLBCC3&refRID=5ZP2BSTAQRZJJD8XHKPF&th=1

I believe it's officially license or does it have to be one like this.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Battle-Mario-GameCube-Controller/dp/B01AD478IY/ref=sr_1_29?crid=2IJYQTQUAYU7L&keywords=nintendo%2Bgamecube%2Bcontroller&qid=1568748755&sprefix=nintendo%2Bgamecube%2Caps%2C328&sr=8-29&th=1

I would HIGHLY recommend this one right here (if you enjoy gamecube layout controllers) Ive used this thing for 90+ hours now and have had no input issues or anything whatsoever. Its an all around excellent controller, including gyroscope controls! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GXLBCC3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VabPCbYY6JBB5

I bought a new dock shell kit from Amazon and swapped the original dock guts to it. All the benefits of a smaller third party dock with no chance of bricking because the dock hardware is original. The new dock is about the size of a pack of cards itself.

Sorry for the late reply, but I don't recommend getting a third-party Switch dock as they could break your system. If you really need a small dock for traveling, I recommend getting some replacement dock shells like these. They take some work to put together but it's a way safer option.

Just gonna go ahead and put this right here: nothing fancy no weird eBay or cL stuff; straight up amazon prices: also with the exception of the Yok brand wheels being subbed for the licensed Nintendo ones; this is all apples to apples


Amazon links and prices for everything brand new:
Switch - New $300 / used $255



NBA 2k18 - New $60 / Used $36



Mario Odyssey - New $49 / Used $40



Hori Gamepad - New $21 / Used $15



(can't find the wheel by brand so)Nintendo Steering Wheels 2 - New $15 / Used $12



Nyko Thin Case - New $10 / Used in color shown $28 on amazon



Hori Screen Protector - new $3.26 / used why buy a used screen protector



So yeah, that's about everything



Total for everything new: $459



Total for everything used: $372



I’m not saying you should sell it at $372 (not strongly anyway) just ya know, it’s maybe $20 for you to ship it, $390?

I use my laptop as a mobile display via an el gato hd60s. Much cheaper than a portable display, and not much smaller (my laptop is 15"). As long as you can plug the dock into a power outlet on the plane, and assuming you have a laptop, perhaps this would be the best option. Obviously packing a dock is a hassle, but there are portable docks (though some, if not all, have a chance of bricking your device). I would recommend modding your dock to the portable housing I've linked below, as it will not harm your device. It's a fairly easy procedure, as you can see in the video on the Amazon page.

I just traveled from the US to Japan and this was my intended setup. Unfortunately, my 12 hour trans-Pacific flight didn't have power this time, although I have had previous flights with AC outlets on that route.

https://www.elgato.com/en/gaming/game-capture-hd60-s

https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ

link for the neon green / pink joycons placeholder on amazon?

EDIT: Are you talking about this ? If so, I wouldn't put too much faith into it.. Have speculations on third parties trying to scalp from JP Imports.. rather than Official Nintendo support..

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Consider purchasing this dock shell if you travel alot it's 100% worth it.

I travel 1-3 times a month for work here's my notes for Taking the switch...

Carry On

1. Switch in Satisfye Grip Case (Highly reccomened if playing in portable mode alot) make sure you get the smaller case, the other one is huge.
   
2. Metal Switch Stand, I like bring this because sometime I just down want to hold the thing during the flight or at the hotel
   
3. Anker Power Bank and Cable
   
4. Game Case. Alternatively, you can pack just a few in your case.
   
   Checked Bag
   
5. Travel Dock
   
6. HDMI Cabke
   
7. Pro Controller
   
8. Official Power Brick (maybe in carry in depending how long the flight is)
   
   I also do alot of traveling to rural areas of Alaska so limited internet and very little to do most of the year. If I'm going anywhere for more than a 3 days I'll usually buy a new game or start over a game.

-1. You need a LOT of watts, and to do that you need to use the raid den exploit.

This video explains it well, except he says you need nintendo online and you don't.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdPRbS-HwSc

It can kind of suck to do this for watts. I got 2 million from going for each Gmax and I had fun doing it, so that's what I recommend. You're fine with just half a million for any singular fossilmon though.

-2. Spend it at the Focus digger of the digger duo. That's the one on the left. You'll get a lot of all 4 fossils this way, but you'll get around 5 times more of 2 of the four possible fossils. (Drake and Fish for Shield, Bird and Dino for Sword) You'll also get bottle caps and money items. Now this can really suck, so I really recommend buying one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-HORIPAD-Controller-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01NAUATSM?th=1

Yes, it's a little silly to buy a controller just for this, but I've had it help me in other games as well. The main thing about this turbo controller is that it can turbo press the button for you, so you can just leave the console by itself overnight. But if you don't mind pressing A a lot...

Also, watch out for items hitting cap, particularly the money items.


-3. Now we have a bunch of fossils. After a little over half a million I had about 250 of 2 kinds and about 50 of the other 2. Go to Cara Liss, and figure out what fossils you need to store to enable you to create a fossilmon with just pressing A and no directional movement.

-4. Once you have that all set up, save in front of her, and just turn on the A turbo button again. When she's all done, check for shinies and then soft reset if there's none to be found. For smaller volumes it was fine to just keep an eye on it. I used about 25 combinations for one of the mons and it reset every 8 minutes. But for Dracovish I had 250 combinations ready so it took about 78 minutes.

I took note of this because it was distracting for me to have it on screen and keep psyching myself thinking maybe I saw a shiny and stopped everything to check. So I set up an alarm every time I reset and turned the TV off or switched the channel.

LMK if you have any questions!

General QoL tips:

1. You can soft reset a little faster by pressing Y and resetting instead of pressing X to close the game down.
   
   
2. Turn off Give Nicknames in options.
   
   
3. Make Send to Boxes Automatic.

Seems like we're all in luck! Look what I just saw popped up today on Amazon...


https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B072BZ66JL

(that one was on Amazon France, and was the cheapest I've seen so far). However, if they don't deliver to where you live, it seems that the main USA amazon has these as japanese imports with international shipping (much more expensive, but is a way to get them if all else fails)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072BZ66JL

not seen them on any of the other amazons yet, but I reckon if given long enough they eventually will. (but for now, those above two methods are already possible!)

Hope this helps!

You can get a shell of sorts where you can take the internals of an official Switch and put them into this smaller dock. Likely going to have to buy a second dock if you don't want to take apart your original one so it might not be that cheap, but I personally think it's a better option than buying a cheap third party dock only to have it brick your Switch.

This is what I want to know as well. I actually got this case replacement for the dock:
https://www.amazon.ca/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=switch+dock&qid=1567001507&s=gateway&sr=8-3

The Lite still has the notch in the back for proper dock alignment and would fit in (unlike the original dock). I'm hoping it will work, and they didn't specifically disable docking functionality.

Big oof on using that original c-stick and d-pad. I like the direction 3rd party manufacturers took the controller with the usb/switch compatible ones like this.

What a coincidence! This sexy big toy was waiting for me at home today!

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Arcade-Stick-Nintendo-Switch-Android/dp/B073ZNXFL6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505858520&sr=8-1&keywords=8bitdo+arcade+stick

I also own two of these beauties:

https://www.amazon.com/8bitdo-NES30-Pro-Controller-Carrying/dp/B01LW7JJPJ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1505858562&sr=8-3&keywords=nes30+pro

I'm not certain which retail sticks work on the switch, I've only used custom built stuff for the last few years. The switch has very open usb controller compatibility, so anything that can pose as a generic gamepad should work.

The last i saw, hori made a switch-specific version of the RAP V, which is a very well built stick: https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Arcade-Hayabusa-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01N4P40LG

My brother uses the ps4 version of that and it's as much stick as you'll ever need. I find the buttons a bit sensitive, but I'm a big seimitsu fan (many people prefer quick buttons). At any rate they're very easy and cheap to swap out.

When you open the flap on the back of your dock to plug the hdmi cord in, you can tell the circuit board in the switch dock is tinyy, like half the size of your phone and probably about 2 phones thick. You can open your dock and take that board out and put it in a tiny case you can buy online that makes it so you have a mini dock you can fit in you ln bag easily. I 3d printed my own case with my name on it


BASSTOP Portable Dock Replacement Case for Nintendo Switch (Only The case, You Have to DIY with The Circuit Board chip from The Original Dock) (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_yfURCbEMMJT5D


Heres a tutorial


https://youtu.be/DNQmafYYCqg

I have the Basstop replacement dock and it's perfect. You do have to transplant the guts from the official dock, but it's a super simple process.

Real talk: As someone who travelled a lot for work this year, the best solution for bringing the dock is to get one of the 3D printed shells and buy a 2nd official dock and transplant its contents in to it.

Unfortunately Nintendo still aren't taking portability seriously and don't offer a travel dock of their own so this is the only real option if you're looking to down-size the official dock (don't use 3rd party ones as they are known to fry your switch).

This is the one I use: https://www.amazon.ca/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1542135143&sr=8-2&keywords=basstop

Taking the parts out of the official dock and putting them in to this really isn't hard and this is the only SAFE way to have a proper portable dock.

Honestly, I would just double down on a dedicated fight stick if you're going to play a fighting game. I don't have one capable with the Switch but my friends and I all got Skullgirls back in the day and I also got a fight stick just for it. Can't go back to a controller for fighting games as I've even used it for SC6 recently. 8bitdo's NES themed one is a literal hardware clone at least on the outside of the one I use but has Switch support and I think it's cheaper. You can even replace the joystick gate and buttons with real arcade hardware if you really want assuming the insides are the same.

If you want a standard controller, not sure. Best bet I can give you is to get one of those shell swaps that change the dedicated buttons to a DPad if you're willing. I thought it was absolutely worth it, but it involves disassembly.

Fight Stick: https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Arcade-Stick-Nintendo-Switch-Android/dp/B073ZNXFL6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543207660&sr=8-1&keywords=8bitdo+fight+stick

Joycon DPad Shell: https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Replacement-Controller-Electronics-Set-Atomic/dp/B076SQ2JBK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543207692&sr=8-2&keywords=basstop%2Bnintendo%2Bswitch&th=1

Well, there is this on amazon.com (US):

• Left Neon Pink, Right Neon Green (US)
  
• Left Neon Green, Right Neon Pink (JP)
  
  Including the ones which come with the switch, it will mean unless you're getting the Splatoon 2 switch bundle which comes with left neon green and right neon pink, you will end up with three pairs of joycons. Then you might as well start collecting joycons and get Neon Red and Blue (both L and R), the Grey ones, the Neon Yellow ones, the Odyssey Red ones, etc etc... :D
  
  On the plus side, you'd be set for party games, and you can swap between your default switch colours, or all pink or all green whenever you like. :D

There is a conversion (link) that you can take the innards from a Nintendo first party dock and fill in the shell. It's more expensive, but the only 100% safe route to a portable dock.

I still haven't seen any brick reports from the Insignia dock either, but I can't recommend any third party dock anymore since it could potentially be brickable by a future update.

Do not under any circumstances buy 3rd party Switch docks. Buy one of these if you want a travel dock.


BASSTOP Portable Dock Replacement Case for Nintendo Switch (Only The case, You Have to DIY with The Circuit Board chip from The Original Dock) (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ihc5CbWGMJX51


You have to transfer internals from your Nintendo dock to the basstop. But you'll save yourself a bricked Switch.

The 8bitdo controllers are solid, I have been using this for indie games and retro stuff which makes up alot of my Switch Library:
https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-SF30-Controller-Windows-macOS-Android/dp/B0748S3GXG/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Switch+SNES+controller&qid=1562519790&s=gateway&sr=8-3


If you need a more modern controller for games just buy a wired Switch Controller. Personally I really like HORI's controllers and this one features a really good D-Pad:
https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-HORIPAD-Controller-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01NAUATSM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Switch+wired+controller&qid=1562519863&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I would suppose the only appropriate device for you that’s out would be Hori’s new extended joy cons they did for Daemon x Machina. I think they’re kind of too big myself, but might be perfect for you.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Machina-Ergonomic-Controller-Handheld/dp/B07T5QKKVP

Have you seen this thing? I'm going to pick one up. I play my switch solely in hand held mode and my hands cramp up a lot. I am hoping this helps with the cramping. Finding a case that this thing fits in though and is still portable, will be a challenge.

​

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Machina-Ergonomic-Controller-Handheld/dp/B07T5QKKVP/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=hori+switch&qid=1568204560&s=gateway&sr=8-5

I received the TomToc Storage Case today and it’s great. I’m able to store my Switch, Joycon Grip, Power cable as well as the Nintendo Switch dock with it in the
Basstop Portable Dock Shell

You won’t be able to store an HDMI cable but that shouldn’t be an issue considering most people have a spare HDMI cable or a device that is already using one.

If you want to store a Switch Pro Controller the Butterfox Extra Large Case might be a better option however it won’t work as a stand.

does it?

MSRP for two Joy Cons is $80, not $90, and it's pretty common to find them with a 10-15% discount. $70 is still a lot though.

I've done several for myself and friends, but I highly recommend the shells that hold the official guts.

I've done these mostly:

https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ

You take an official dock, and take it apart and put it inside this new, smaller, shell.

I know it's not a "cheap" option, but if you catch it right, official docks were on sale/clearance at Gamestop a while back and you can probably find some deals on some used ones as well.

Haha, I was going to get red and blue but before my birthday Walmart released a Splatoon bundle and my mom asked if I wanted that one and of course I said yes!
Also if you want to buy the joycons on there own they sell them on Amazon, here's a link https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Neon-Green/dp/B072BZ66JL

I can't help you with the power supply question. But for your dock: if money isn't an issue the best option is to buy another nintendo official dock and to built it into a portable case yourself.

https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Nintendo-Replacement-original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/

The most expensive but still securest portable dock option.

I picked this one up. As for how easy, I didn't find it complex just finnicky. And my wanting the green power led to have a home in the shell when there isn't a space for it lead it to take a while longer than it should have I'm sure. But if you are technically minded at all and competent to be patient and watch a tutorial on YouTube it's not bad.

https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=switch+dock+shell&qid=1571068292&sr=8-3

I never use the joycons unless I have to use them for Mario Party or if I'm playing Pokemon LGE in docked mode. I would recommend getting a couple of pro controllers, but if that's too much money you can get a couple of wired controllers for about half the price. I would recommend either one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/PowerA-Wired-Controller-Breath-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B075FBPT3W/ref=sr_1_13?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1549033919&sr=1-13&keywords=powera+switch+controller

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Link-Wired-Fight-500-100/dp/B07GX8YS78/ref=sr_1_40?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1549033998&sr=1-40&keywords=nintendo%2Bswitch%2Bcontroller&th=1

I found that 2 Joy-Cons are the best investment I made for my Switch. Or you could buy two of those. I have one like that but I don't play often with it. I prefer the JoyCons. But the cable is pretty long.

Any reason why you don't simply buy a Hori D Pad ? It is a great solution...

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE

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Otherwise I just stick to the "Benson approved" ones.

Best Buy:

Neon Red/Blue

Pink/Green

Yellow

Grey

Blue

Neon Red

Amazon:

Neon Red

Yellow

Neon Red/Blue

Grey

EDIT: As of Oct 10

Don't go dual. It creates a very unnecessarily close gaming experience.

Now, if you really want to do this right grab one of these cases from ParadiseArcadeShop.com. By the looks of it, there's more than enough room to toss an encased Raspberry Pi into the housing too.

From there, you can get any number of Sanwa parts to pop in place.

• Buttons
  
• Stick
  
• USB PCB (that RetroPie will instantly recognize)
  
  If you want to go a completely alternate route ... the 8Bitdo N30 stick is wireless (bluetooth), pairs with RetroPie easily, and allows for Sanwa part upgrades.
  
  Again, unless you're confined to an arcade cabinet, using a dual stick really sucks. You're bumping shoulders with your friend all day in a room that has so much space for activities.
  
  Also, don't be intimidated by the wiring. It's all plug and play. No electrical or soldering experience needed at all.
  

Thanks for the help! Actually, PowerA Pro controller for the Switch here in Canada are 33$ for the wired one and around 65$ for the wireless one. I don't mind a wire, I'm used to them actually and I will probably use this controller only for streaming. Here's the links:

Wired: https://www.amazon.ca/PowerA-Wired-Controller-Breath-Nintendo/dp/B075FBPT3W/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1EW1KLU85BX69&keywords=powera+switch+controllers&qid=1556108189&s=gateway&sprefix=PowerA+switch%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-2

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Wireless: https://www.amazon.ca/Enhanced-Wireless-Controller-Nintendo-Accessories/dp/B07GXJHRVK/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1EW1KLU85BX69&keywords=powera+switch+controllers&qid=1556108189&s=gateway&sprefix=PowerA+switch%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-3

There is this pro controller designed like a gamecube controller it works pretty well for me
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GXLBCC3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VAoSDbK3S9R3G

Check out the Basstop dock replacement. https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Nintendo-Replacement-original/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1520136415&sr=8-1&keywords=basstop+switch+dock

All you need to do is take apart your old dock and put the electronics inside their shell. Its super tiny and looks way better than the official dock.

It's unlikely that Nintendo will add this, but...maybe!

But, you can get this controller for about $15-$20 and it does 2 levels of turbo and works really nicely to be honest.

This joy con might look good on your switch

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Mario-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AI0GLJK?th=1&psc=1

Have you tried a fightstick like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N4P40LG/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_S7-wCbVJ520GK
The buttons are a lot easier to actuate than on a gamepad, especially using multiple fingers. If you are able to exert just a little bit of force that might be an option. The buttons are also large enough that one can easily paste cloth or something onto them if the surface itself is your issue. With Microsoft's adaptive controller there's also the option mix and match other types of actuators such as foot pedals.

Joy-Con (2) – Gray:

Amazon –

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Joy-Con-L-R-Gray/dp/B01N6QKT7H/ref=sr_1_14?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484434378&sr=1-14

Target –

http://www.target.com/p/joy-con-l-r-gray/-/A-52180941

GameStop –

http://www.gamestop.com/nes/accessories/nintendo-switch-joy-con-l-r-gray/141855

Walmart –

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Pair-Gray/52901824

Joy-Con (2) – Red (L)/Blue (R):

Amazon –

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Neon-Neon-Blue/dp/B01N6QJ58Y/ref=sr_1_15?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484434378&sr=1-15

Target –

http://www.target.com/p/joy-con-l-r-neon-red-blue/-/A-52181032

Walmart –

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Pair-Neon-Red-and-Neon-Blue/52901825

Joy-Con (2) – Blue:

Amazon –

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Neon-Blue/dp/B01MT8USZN/ref=sr_1_43?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484434747&sr=1-43

GameStop –

http://www.gamestop.com/nes/accessories/nintendo-switch-joy-con-l-r-neon-blue/141867

Walmart –

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Pair-Blue/52901836

Joy-Con (2) – Red:

Amazon –

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Neon-Red/dp/B01MT8RT5I/ref=sr_1_44?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484434747&sr=1-44

GameStop –

http://www.gamestop.com/nes/accessories/nintendo-switch-joy-con-l-r-neon-red/141930

Walmart –

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Pair-Red/52901837

Joy-Con (L) – Gray:

Amazon –

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-con-L-Gray/dp/B01N4NOLPY/ref=sr_1_22?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484434378&sr=1-22

GameStop –

http://www.gamestop.com/nes/accessories/nintendo-switch-joy-con-left-gray/141931

Walmart –

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Single-Left-Gray/52901840

Joy-Con (R) – Gray:

Amazon –

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-R-Gray/dp/B01MR5R96K/ref=sr_1_52?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484434860&sr=1-52

GameStop –

http://www.gamestop.com/nes/accessories/nintendo-switch-joy-con-right-gray/141932

Walmart –

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-Single-Right-Gray/52901841




I can't seem to find the Best Buy links now, but they will also probably be there too. All additional Joy-Con variations to purchase now are: Gray (2), Red (L) & Blue (R), Red (2), Blue (2), Gray (L), & Gray (R)

HoriPad, wired but great

Can anyone give me their opinions on the Horipad ? I only want it for whenever friends or family come over to my house so we can play MK8 and this is the cheapest option I've found. Oh, and since it is wired, is there anyway to use it in tabletop mode? Maybe with an adapter or something?

There is a Switch Dock Shell that you can buy at Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/BASSTOP-Portable-Replacement-Nintendo-Original/dp/B071YVC3NJ

You have to tear down (or break apart) a regular dock and get the chip in it. Then you place it inside the Shell. After doing so, you have yourself a safe and portable dock. :)

The best way I found was buying another official switch dock take out the internals and put it into this shell

BASSTOP Portable Dock Replacement Case for Nintendo Switch (Only The case, You Have to DIY with The Circuit Board chip from The Original Dock) (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7NaBCbG16NBGC

There is a tutorial video also

For anyone interested, here is more info on the left joy con:




HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Mario) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AI0GLJK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_YAmiDb0D5FKWE

This seems to be like the Korean version of massdrop

But seeing how there the same price on amazon. ...and you get free shipping.

I'd suggest ordering on amazon, rather than wait for paid shipping from overseas.

Official would probably be the best

I chose these powerA wireless controllers since I don't want to deal with cables. They have worked very well for months however if used extensively the control stick can start to drift. Also they don't contain rechargable batteries so you will have to change the batteries every two months or so.

Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Battle-Zelda-GameCube-Controller/dp/B01AD478L6?th=1
`Officially Licensed by Nintendo`


Also pretty good tho feels cheap initialy due to small weight

Got an Extra Dock via the $60 Walmart Deal as i needed an extra AC Adapter anyways and want to convert the Dock into a smaller more portable option. Which Dock Shell Should i get?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ

Or

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0759CH5Q3

One is smaller but the other has more features such as a place for the LED and the spring plate. Positive reviews on the BASSTOP on youtube but cant find much on the other one - Anyone have any experience with the LinkStyle Dock Shell?

Another to consider (edit, it's basically an upmarked M300 with bluetooth):

https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Arcade-Stick-Nintendo-Switch-Android/dp/B073ZNXFL6/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=N30+fight+stick&qid=1568671460&s=gateway&sr=8-1

I did a full Sanwa mod on it, wasn't too bad. I think you should be able to get a JLF and buttons for around $40.

Works on PC, switch, and Android and the wireless works pretty well.

8bitdo N30 Arcade Stick. I haven't used one but I have used a few of their NES and SNES controllers and they are absolutely fantastic.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073ZNXFL6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B073ZNXFL6&linkCode=as2&tag=jakobud-20&linkId=5b1f9c1552b8e055aac411bd25066a8c

I bought the Nintendo Switch Horipad to use with Xenoblade. It's lighter than the Pro Controller, which made it feel cheap initially, however it works quite well and the D-pad is more reliable.

The Horipad is a wired USB controller with a super long cord (it's about 10 feet/3.3 meters). It also has a turbo button with an auto mode. That's why I bought it, I wanted to set the controller down while it spammed "A" and force fed all my blades.

So sorry you're still looking for a preorder :( Have you tried your local Walmarts? People seem to be having more luck there than anywhere else. Also, if you want the Neon and can spare the extra money, you can preorder the Neon Joy Cons from Amazon and just buy the grey Switch from Walmart.

Hori has been putting out pretty good accessories for the Switch.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-HORIPAD-Controller-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01NAUATSM/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1504905556&sr=1-1&keywords=HORI+SWITCH+CONTROLLER

Generally anything third party that handles charging with the Switch is risky. Safest option is that there are kits to open the official dock and reshell it with a smaller form factor. Like this, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_04BcBb3VCFJT7

$69.00 + tax on Amazon

Edit: Best Buy is probably worth it for those with Gamers Club

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-Con-R-Gray/dp/B01MR5R96K/ref=sr_1_5?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484682484&sr=1-5&keywords=Nintendo+Switch+-+Joy-Con

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Joy-con-L-Gray/dp/B01N4NOLPY/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1484682531&sr=1-1&keywords=Nintendo+Switch+-+Joy-Con+%28l%29


What were you saying again? XD

There are no games that won’t work on a Switch Lite at all, only a couple that would require you to use joycons. Since the Switch Lite has built in controls and doesn’t come with a set of joycons, that means for these games, you’d need to have purchased or otherwise acquired a set of joycons, separately. Remember: the Switch is compatible with all Switch wireless controllers. It’s also compatible with all Switch USB controllers, if you get a sold-separately charging stand that has a USB port(s). The only controllers that won’t work (presumably ever) with the Lite are “attach-only” controllers that must be slid onto the Switch’s side rails to work (no wireless option). The only controllers I’m aware of that do that are third party ones like this and this (both by Hori).

Thus, you can add support for any game, if it’s ever critical. The only major thing you absolutely cannot do, is video out.

That out of the way, the games I’m aware of that require joycons and won’t work out of the box with the Lite, are:

• Mario Party
  
• 1-2 Switch
  
• Fitness Boxing
  
• Ring Fit Adventure
  
  Another exception would be the Nintendo LABO kits. All the software would work, but these kits all involve custom cutouts that are sized to hold the Switch with its joycons off. Of course, it’s cardboard, so you could presumably figure out a workaround with enough tape and scissors.

For casual 4-player gaming (Mario Kart, Mario party) without spending too much, what controllers would you add to the joycons out of the box:

1. Additional set of 2 joycons, possibly plus grips (like these https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07C3MQWP2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_He8OCbXM71M61)
   
2. Two 3rd party pro-style controllers like this: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07GXJHRVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Bg8OCbS3NM3Q3
   
3. Something else?

Yeah its the power A, looks like this. Sorry for shitty amazon link, I have the grey one (it's all they had at wal mart at the time)

It's perfect for casual home use, it works for any game or anything you need the gyro for even. And I can do tech/combos with it no problem, never had an issue with it. I always wanted a GC controller with a left bumper cause I find that a perfect jump button, so easy to just tap and slide your finger off for SH.

You can just make a real dock portable with a new shell. I did it a few months ago and love it. Idk why it wasn't nintendo's original... Here's what I bought. [DOCK] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YVC3NJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share)

EDIT: My brother also did it. The only issue was the screwdriver included does not have enough grip to get good force on some of the screws

well what i really want would be these joycons for my nintendo switch since my other ones broke and i have had to keep the poor thing in docked mode permanently :(

xD those are expensive though so i will be more realistic, i would really like this design works book for my favourite video game dark souls, i love game design and interviews and have always wanted to own this

I would say go for this revision red box and not the Lite. Simply because you may like more ergonomic Joycons like these Hori Split Pad Pro to try in the future.

But you can't go wrong with the Lite either way. It is not held back by anything. I never use my Switch on my tv.

I didn’t like it and bought a new left joy-con from Hori. It works great and has a traditional d-pad. Only downside is that the joy-con can only be used in handheld mode (attached to the switch), but this doesn’t effect me since I only play in handheld or docked with a pro controller.

This is the one I have: HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJRN4CE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_FJe6BbGGBS1Q5

I gotchu fam. It does say Japanese import but it's good news regardless to see the listed on US Amazon

Nintendo Joy-Con (L/R)-Neon Green/Neon Pink (JPN Import) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BZ66JL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4OFozbZCBWCRH

Ok, guitar playing probably has you a little more used to bending funny, although may or may not apply to thumbs.

The hori's are basically fullsize pro controllers chopped in half.

Although no wireless option , or rumble, and other things so its just a straight up controller.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Machina-Ergonomic-Controller-Handheld/dp/B07T5QKKVP

This is what I have. It actually runs on two Double A batteries lol. So I guess it'd be easier to disconnect. Just open the back and take the batteries out!