PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch - Black, Nintendo Switch Lite, Gamepad, Game Controller, Bluetooth Controller

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Racing games: There are very few racing wheels compatible with Switch, but the Hori Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro Deluxe is a solid, affordable option. Mappable buttons: More advanced Switch controllers give you the opportunity to change the function of some or all of your gamepad’s buttons.

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We’ve tested the Switch controllers on this list thoroughly to ensure that we’re only recommending the best of the best.

So, if you enjoy playing multiplayer games or hosting game nights with your friends, Joy-Cons will be your go-to option.

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Of course, this controller offers a wired connection to the Switch or seamlessly pairs with the console, PCs, smartphones, and tablets over Bluetooth with a handy button that lets you swap between devices. However, in a couple of games where I was button mashing furiously, I would regularly miss the Y button and hit the Home button instead -- not great if you're in the middle of a battle. Using the 8BitDo Ultimate Software mobile app (available on both iOS and Android), you can remap all of the Pro 2’s buttons, set joystick and trigger sensitivity, control the level of vibration and create macros – button combinations that can be executed instantly.

Fighting games: Consider a fight stick for traditional, arcade style fighting games such as Street Fighter, BlazBlue, and Mortal Kombat. This is less precise and nuanced than HD Rumble but still provides enjoyable vibrations when gaming. The 8BitDo Pro 2 is another great option, especially if your hands are happiest with a PlayStation-style controller.

PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch

For example, tapping a compatible Legend of Zelda amiibo on your controller while playing Breath of the Wild will net you special chests and other helpful items. You can choose from one of eight attractive colours or have the controller cycle through the various colours while you’re playing. I don’t recommend most people go that route since the attachment alone costs more than a Switch Pro Controller.

For those who play competitively against friends and want more customization options, this is a real win. It’s built like a tank, and it has battery life so good that it sometimes seems like it’ll never run out.