Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller was unveiled along with the Nintendo Switch on October 20, 2016, and was released on March 3, 2017.{{cite web |last1=Gartenburg |first1=Chaim |title=A close look at the Nintendo Switch's wild modular controller: the Joy-Con |url=https://www.theverge.com/2016/10/20/13345758/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-modular |website=VG247 |date=20 October 2016 |access-date=30 December 2018}}{{cite web |last1=Abent |first1=Eric |title=Nintendo Switch Pro Controller released for sale [UPDATE: Sold Out] |url=https://www.slashgear.com/nintendo-switch-pro-controller-released-for-sale-update-sold-out-25472925/ |website=SlashGear |date=25 January 2017 |access-date=31 December 2018}}

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller was unveiled along with the Nintendo Switch on October 20, 2016, and was released on March 3, 2017.{{cite web |last1=Gartenburg |first1=Chaim |title=A close look at the Nintendo Switch's wild modular controller: the Joy-Con |url=https://www.theverge.com/2016/10/20/13345758/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-modular |website=VG247 |date=20 October 2016 |access-date=30 December 2018}}{{cite web |last1=Abent |first1=Eric |title=Nintendo Switch Pro Controller released for sale [UPDATE: Sold Out] |url=https://www.slashgear.com/nintendo-switch-pro-controller-released-for-sale-update-sold-out-25472925/ |website=SlashGear |date=25 January 2017 |access-date=31 December 2018}}

A new version of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller was spotted in stores around October 14, 2019, although the only changes to it were slight parts changes, and its [[Universal Product Code]] being updated from 104889D to 104889E.{{Cite web |last=Craddock |first=Ryan |date=2019-10-14 |title=A Revised Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Has Been Spotted In Stores (But it doesn't look like much has changed) |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/10/a_revised_nintendo_switch_pro_controller_has_been_spotted_in_stores |website=Nintendo Life}} As of 2024, the revision is up to 104889G.{{cn|date=March 2026}}{{copyedit inline|date=March 2026}}

A new version of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller was spotted in stores around October 14, 2019, although the only changes to it were minor component changes, and its [[Universal Product Code]] being updated from 104889D to 104889E.{{Cite web |last=Craddock |first=Ryan |date=2019-10-14 |title=A Revised Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Has Been Spotted In Stores (But it doesn't look like much has changed) |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/10/a_revised_nintendo_switch_pro_controller_has_been_spotted_in_stores |website=Nintendo Life}} As of 2024, the revision is up to 104889G.{{cn|date=March 2026}}{{copyedit inline|date=March 2026}}

==Design and features==

==Design and features==

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller incorporates a button layout similar to the [[Wii]]'s [[Classic Controller Pro]], but uses a staggered analog stick layout used by the [[GameCube controller]] and [[Microsoft]]'s family of [[Xbox]] controllers. Up to eight Pro Controllers can be used at a time with the Nintendo Switch.{{cite web |title=Controller pairing FAQ |url=https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/22424 |website=Nintendo.com |access-date=31 December 2018}} The Pro Controller also supports [[near-field communication]] for use with Nintendo's [[Amiibo]] toys,{{cite web |last1=Donaldson |first1=Alex |title=Zelda: Breath of the Wild guide – how to use amiibo |url=https://www.vg247.com/2017/05/03/zelda-breath-of-the-wild-guide-how-to-use-amiibo/ |website=VG247|date=11 April 2019 }} as well as [[HD Rumble]] and [[motion controls]].{{Cite web|url=https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/deal-nintendo-switch-pro-controller-already-discounted-to-just-54-99-2948127|title=Deal: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller already discounted to just £54.99|last=Keach|first=Sean|date=2017-03-03|website=Trusted Reviews|language=en-US|access-date=2018-12-31|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181231194316/https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/deal-nintendo-switch-pro-controller-already-discounted-to-just-54-99-2948127|archive-date=2018-12-31|url-status=dead}} The controller's battery takes around 6 hours to fully charge, and uses the same battery (CTR-003) as the [[Nintendo 3DS]]/[[Nintendo 2DS|2DS]] [[handheld game console]]s and the [[Wii U Pro Controller]].{{Cite web|url=https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/22546/~/nintendo-switch-pro-controller-power-issues|title=Nintendo Support: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Power Issues|website=en-americas-support.nintendo.com|access-date=2020-01-04}} When fully charged, the battery duration for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller lasts for around 40 hours.

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller incorporates a button layout similar to the [[Wii]]'s [[Classic Controller Pro]], but uses a staggered analog stick layout similar to the [[GameCube controller]] and [[Microsoft]]'s family of [[Xbox]] controllers. Up to eight Pro Controllers can be used at a time with the Nintendo Switch.{{cite web |title=Controller pairing FAQ |url=https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/22424 |website=Nintendo.com |access-date=31 December 2018}} The Pro Controller also supports [[near-field communication]] for use with Nintendo's [[Amiibo]] toys,{{cite web |last1=Donaldson |first1=Alex |title=Zelda: Breath of the Wild guide – how to use amiibo |url=https://www.vg247.com/2017/05/03/zelda-breath-of-the-wild-guide-how-to-use-amiibo/ |website=VG247|date=11 April 2019 }} as well as [[HD Rumble]] and [[motion controls]].{{Cite web|url=https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/deal-nintendo-switch-pro-controller-already-discounted-to-just-54-99-2948127|title=Deal: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller already discounted to just £54.99|last=Keach|first=Sean|date=2017-03-03|website=Trusted Reviews|language=en-US|access-date=2018-12-31|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181231194316/https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/deal-nintendo-switch-pro-controller-already-discounted-to-just-54-99-2948127|archive-date=2018-12-31|url-status=dead}} The controller's battery takes around 6 hours to fully charge, and uses the same battery (CTR-003) as the [[Nintendo 3DS]]/[[Nintendo 2DS|2DS]] [[handheld game console]]s and the [[Wii U Pro Controller]].{{Cite web|url=https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/22546/~/nintendo-switch-pro-controller-power-issues|title=Nintendo Support: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Power Issues|website=en-americas-support.nintendo.com|access-date=2020-01-04}} When fully charged, the battery duration for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller lasts for around 40 hours.

The controller uses a [[USB-C]] connector for charging. It comes with a USB-C to [[USB Type-A|USB Type-A]] charging cord, which can be connected to one of the USB-A 2.0 ports on the Switch dock.{{cn|date=March 2026}}

The controller uses a [[USB-C]] connector for charging. It comes with a USB-C to [[USB Type-A|USB Type-A]] charging cord, which can be connected to one of the USB-A 2.0 ports on the Switch dock.{{cn|date=March 2026}}

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is the successor to the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller for use with the [[Nintendo Switch 2]]. Along with the [[Joy-Con 2]], it comes with HD Rumble 2 and the new "C" button, which enables voice and video chat control for the new [[Discord]]-like [[GameChat]] application.{{Cite web |date=2025-04-08 |title=Nintendo Switch 2 updates: Release date, price, new games and everything else you need to know |url=https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-updates-release-date-price-new-games-and-everything-else-you-need-to-know-175623042.html |access-date=2025-04-08 |website=Engadget |language=en-US}} It includes new remappable GL and GR buttons on the backside as well as an audio jack at the bottom. The Amiibo connectivity of the predecessor is still supported. Although Nintendo originally announced it with a price of $80 in the United States, the price was raised to $85 due to "market conditions" surrounding U.S. president [[Tariffs in the second Trump administration|Donald Trump's ongoing implementation of tariffs]].{{cite web | last=Maas | first=Jennifer | title=Nintendo Switch 2 Sets New Preorder Date, Price to Remain at $450 Amid Tariffs | website=Variety | date=2025-04-18 | url=https://variety.com/2025/gaming/news/nintendo-switch-2-preorder-date-price-tariffs-1236372547/ | access-date=2025-04-18}}

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is the successor to the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller for use with the [[Nintendo Switch 2]]. Along with the [[Joy-Con 2]], it comes with HD Rumble 2 and the new "C" button, which enables voice and video chat control for the new [[Discord]]-like [[GameChat]] application.{{Cite web |date=2025-04-08 |title=Nintendo Switch 2 updates: Release date, price, new games and everything else you need to know |url=https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-updates-release-date-price-new-games-and-everything-else-you-need-to-know-175623042.html |access-date=2025-04-08 |website=Engadget |language=en-US}} It includes new remappable GL and GR buttons on the backside as well as an audio jack at the bottom. The Amiibo connectivity of the predecessor is still supported. Although Nintendo originally announced it with a price of $80 in the United States, the price was raised to $85 due to "market conditions" surrounding U.S. president [[Tariffs in the second Trump administration|Donald Trump's ongoing implementation of tariffs]].{{cite web | last=Maas | first=Jennifer | title=Nintendo Switch 2 Sets New Preorder Date, Price to Remain at $450 Amid Tariffs | website=Variety | date=2025-04-18 | url=https://variety.com/2025/gaming/news/nintendo-switch-2-preorder-date-price-tariffs-1236372547/ | access-date=2025-04-18}}

[[File:你想知道的关于Switch 2的一切 vlcsnap-2025-07-27-20h13m20s459.png|thumb|left|Back side of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller revealing the new GL and GR buttons as well as the audio jack]]

[[File:你想知道的关于Switch 2的一切 vlcsnap-2025-07-27-20h13m20s459.png|thumb|left|Back side of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller revealing the new GL and GR buttons as well as the audio jack]]

Design-wise, the controller is visually very similar to the original Pro Controller. They both share the same shell shape and general grey color. The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is not translucent like the original Pro Controller, and the space under the joysticks is white rather than the black seen on the original controller. Additionally, the triggers, shoulder buttons, and space surrounding them at the top are white rather than the black used on the original Pro Controller.

Design-wise, the controller is visually very similar to the original Pro Controller. They share the same shell shape and general grey color. The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is not translucent like the original Pro Controller, and the space under the joysticks is white rather than the black seen on the original controller. Additionally, the triggers, shoulder buttons, and space surrounding them at the top are white rather than the black used on the original Pro Controller.

=== Special editions ===

=== Special editions ===