You can charge a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controller by attaching it to the console while it's connected to power, or through a charging grip.

To sync a Nintendo Switch controller, you'll need to go into the "Change Grip/Order" menu on your console. There, you can add up to eight controllers.

This page contains instructions on how to sync and pair controllers, such as Joy-Cons or Pro Controllers from both the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 era with your Nintendo Switch 2. It’s ...

With the launch of the Nintendo Switch, 2 comes the arrival of new peripherals and accessories tied directly to the newest Nintendo console. But do you really need to buy a Switch 2 Pro Controller?

This page contains instructions on how to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 to the internet, via both over wifi and through a wired connection. Unlike the first Nintendo Switch console, the Nintendo ...

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The Gamesir Nova Lite and Gioteck WX5+ are both affordable controllers that don't skimp on providing a great Switch 2 gaming ...

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