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Reddit mentions of HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch

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We found 30 Reddit mentions of HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch. Here are the top ones.

HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch
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    Features:
  • Add a D-pad to your Nintendo Switch!
  • For use in handheld/portable mode only
  • Perfect for D-pad intensive titles
  • Legend of Zelda artwork and design
  • Officially Licensed by Nintendo
Specs:
ColorBlack
Height1.2992125971 Inches
Length6.4173228281 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateOctober 2018
Weight0.3 Pounds
Width3.8188976339 Inches

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Found 30 comments on HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch:

u/BenKenobi88 · 9 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

Also you can buy a $15 Hori joycon that has a D-pad so that benefit is out.

u/treehumper83 · 8 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

Get the Hori D-Pad left joy-con knock off. One of these. It doesn't have a battery and doesn't really draw any, so it'll work well for your handheld-only type deal. I got mine at the local GameStop like an idiot, though... for $15 it's worth it.

Edit: Pokemon or LoZ either are $20.

u/Geicosellscrap · 5 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

HORI D-Pad Controller (L) (Zelda) Officially Licensed - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJRN4CE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TCJYCbCGBYHR9

u/verticalmonkey · 4 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

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).

u/MatNomis · 3 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

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.
u/Pwuz · 3 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

Like this?

I just find it nice to have the Netflix style catalog rather than a-la-carte. I bought a lot of NES games on my Wii & Wii U, but still only a fraction of those available.

u/ZombiePyroNinja · 3 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

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.

u/Loofa08 · 2 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

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

u/swissarmychris · 2 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

I have one of these (specifically this one) and while I haven't used it a ton, here are my best answers:

  • I haven't noticed any significant battery drain. I don't leave it on my Switch all the time, but I've left it on there when travelling and didn't notice any unusual drain either while playing or while it was in sleep mode.

  • If it's wider than a normal joycon, that's news to me. I have a pretty similar case to the one you linked (mine is probably a little smaller) and the Switch fits inside just fine with the Hori joycon on there. I don't think it will be a problem.

  • The dpad sends the exact same inputs as a stock joycon, so it should work with all games that use those buttons. I could see it being awkward/annoying for games that treat them as individual buttons, but it should still work.
u/ruffdaddysmooth · 2 pointsr/NintendoSwitch

they also sell a left joycon that has a d-pad. Good for platformers, and maybe Zelda?

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE?th=1

u/TSchab20 · 2 pointsr/nintendo

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

u/billybobiswatching · 2 pointsr/MarioMaker

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?

u/pauuu · 1 pointr/NintendoSwitch

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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u/working878787 · 1 pointr/MegaManX

There's handheld only joycon that has a d-pad. They're like $25. I totally recommend it for 2-D switch games in handheld.
https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=joycon+d-pad&qid=1549923933&s=gateway&sr=8-3

u/NutellaSquirrel · 1 pointr/NintendoSwitch

Are there any controllers out there similar to the HORI D-Pad Controller?

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE/?th=1

There are lots of 3rd party controllers out there, but this is the only one I've seen which "replaces" the joycon and thus is good for use in portable mode.

The problem with the HORI D-Pad for me is that the d-pad is still in a horrible position for actually using. I was hoping someone produced a similar controller but maybe with the d-pad in a different position, or a different controller shape, etc., so that using the d-pad won't be uncomfortable and cause horrible cramps.

Unfortunately, this controller is the only thing I've found. Everyone else seems to be only producing full controllers, and that's no good for me for playing in handheld mode.

u/chrisdivefr · 1 pointr/NintendoSwitch

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.

u/Manfred1816 · 1 pointr/MarioMaker2

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.

u/chaoskagami · 1 pointr/JRPG

Mod your controllers to have a D-Pad, or buy one of these. Problem solved.

The analog stick isn't that terrible, aside from the high failure rate due to things getting inside of it.

u/adrenaline4nash · 1 pointr/vita

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/

u/Someday-in-the-Rain · 1 pointr/nintendo

So I really like the Hori D-pad Zelda design (Here!), but I also really want to have a bluetooth controller.

Do you think it's possible to do a shell exchange using the hori d-pad as the shell i'm taking?

u/PriceKnight · 1 pointr/NintendoSwitchDeals

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u/sigismond0 · 1 pointr/nintendo

Hori makes one, but I believe it lacks HD rumble. Or you can buy third-party shell replacements, which is the route I went.

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

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u/KelseyWalker1982 · 1 pointr/NintendoSwitch

Yeah...once I started thinking about the drifting issues, I am having 2nd thoughts on getting a lite till we know how well they work. Currently getting https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=dpad+joycon&qid=1562797033&s=gateway&sprefix=d+pad+&sr=8-1 as a cheap alternative for playing our switch in handheld mode. Plus it has a D pad!

u/DirkDiggy99 · -5 pointsr/buildapcsales

The D-pad on these are terrible. The Hori Dpad controllers are much better. https://www.amazon.com/HORI-D-Pad-Controller-Zelda-Officially-Licensed/dp/B01AJRN4CE?th=1