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

Nintendo's Switch 2 Pro Controller adds new rear buttons, but their purpose isn't immediately obvious to players upgrading ...

The Switch 2 Pro controller is the best controller Nintendo has ever made – and that’s saying something. It’s incredibly ...

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

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook The Nintendo Switch 2 rumors and leaks continue to flood the Internet. The latest involve a ...

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As Senior Video Producer at CNET, Sean has worked on more videos than he can count. He covers video games and video game hardware through previews, reviews, events, and more. The Switch 2 Pro ...

Oscar Gonzalez is a Texas native who covered video games, conspiracy theories, misinformation and cryptocurrency. Nintendo's next console, the Switch 2, will come out on June 5 starting at $450. The ...

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller boasts a 40-hour battery life. That’s plenty for weekend gaming marathons. Charging now takes just 3.5 hours with a USB-C cable or Switch 2 AC adapter. The ...

Mini Arcade Pro is a fight or arcade-style stick designed for use with both the Nintendo Switch OLED and the Nintendo Switch ...

Timing is everything and to that end, 8BitDo has released a new flagship wireless controller that comes hot on the heels of Nintendo's Switch 2 launch. Called the Pro 3, it's available in three ...