To pair any controller with the Switch 2 you’ll need the console powered on and updated to the latest system software.

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Learn how to pair Pro Controllers and Bluetooth gamepads with the Nintendo Switch 2, plus tips to fix pairing issues.

The Switch 2 launch may be the biggest sale period this controller will get in its lifetime. Nintendo has shared an update on the availability of the upcoming Switch 2 GameCube Controllers. Nintendo ...

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