The D pad on this controller is perfect quality for 2D games and I even prefer it in place of the standard buttons in most 3D games. Jump, back flip, double jump and wall jump into your gaming adventure with our Mario-themed Joy Con for Nintendo Switch! None of this really matters though, as this product is designed to fill that specific handheld niche. Subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority.

This larger form factor means that it won't sit comfortably in the grip without putting unecessary strain on the switch/joycon connector strip and I'm not willing to damage my switch for the sake of having a D-pad. Some mention that it works well and has no issues so far, while others say that it does not work if you want to connect to controller and play in handheld mode.As stated by the manufacturer, this joy-con is only for use in handheld mode; it has no remote capabilities, no motion sensor and no rumble feature. Made for the gamer on the go, the D-Pad Controller (L) is great for d-pad intensive titles, where lightning accuracy counts such as NES and SNES classics on Nintendo Switch Online and your favorite Nintendo Switch platformers, puzzles, and fighting games.

It's noticeably lighter than the original joycons due to the omission of wireless and HD rumble tech inside, and to me at least it made the Switch feel ever so slightly unbalanced when used in portable mode.

If you play the Switch in docked mode, there are plenty of fight pads and other controllers to do the job, but in handheld mode, zippo. We take pride in crafting unique, one-of-a-kind controllers that showcase the iconic leaf design from the game.

Being officially licensed by Nintendo, I thought this would finally be it, but sadly several bizarre design choices means it misses the mark. Van Design: The vibrant yellow hue and tyre print back are reminiscent of their trusty van, setting the stage for an epic gaming experience. Credit subject to status, UK residents only, GAME acts as a broker and offers finance from PayPal Credit. I expect that this will be a similar problem for anyone using a 3rd party grip/shell/case for their Switch in portable mode.Given that this joy con has less tech inside, it is utterly baffling why they've not made this joycon identical in form, shape, and size to the original which would easily have avoided all of these problems. Well, the crosskeys are fine, except when it comes to 2D fighting games and some retro stuff, where they are next to useless.

Note: Due to the handmade nature of these controllers, each one may have slight variations, making your controller truly unique. It's lighter than a standard joycon due to the fact there's less inside it (No rumble etc), but it doesn't feel cheap at all. Please note: Virtual goods are eligible for PayPal Credit with the exception of electronic gift cards and software downloads.Hand-Painted Artistry: Each controller/shell is meticulously hand-painted using stencils and an airbrush. Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands) may take longer to reach you. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.