Topic: Switch Pro Contoller

[nickmitch]

Hey, guys (and gals).


Wanted to see what everyone's thoughts were on the Pro Controller and maybe get a discussion going.


Hopefully the poll has enough options.

[ThePerm]

There is some talks in an update they will allow the wii u pro controller to be used as well. Which is interesting, because they don't appear to be much different.

[Adrock]

Switch Pro Controller is excellent even though the price is absurd. I had a gift card from work which worked out for me even if it doesn't change how I feel about the price. I also bought an extra AC adapter that is also absurdly priced. I deemed it a necessary purchase because I change both the controller and console without unplugging the dock.

I think I still like the Wii U Pro controller's analog stick placement a little more, but I get why Nintendo changed it (the right Joy-Con wouldn't work otherwise). I'd give the edge to Switch Pro Controller because it has matte finish, larger face buttons, and HD Rumble. Missed opportunity not coloring the face buttons like New 3DS though.

There is some talks in an update they will allow the wii u pro controller to be used as well. Which is interesting, because they don't appear to be much different.

Hmm, I doubt it. Wii U Pro Controller is missing key features. More importantly, Nintendo benefits immediately from focusing on Switch as a fresh start. Better to just not bring up Wii U whenever possible.

[nickmitch]

I almost forgot I had a Wii U Pro Controller.  Pulled it out, and they're quite a bit different.  The grip and feel are better on the Switch Pro, IMO.  Main things would be the size of the Z-buttons, placement of the right analogue stick, and the size of the face buttons on the Switch Pro.  Almost forgot how much I liked the Wii U Pro Controller, but the stick placement made it seem designed for FPSes, which. . .yeah.

Speaking of the button size, that's one of the things I really like about the Switch Pro Controller.  But that's mostly stemming from direct comparisons to the JoyCon.

[KeyBilly]

It is just too expensive for now.  When the price drops, I will likely get one.  I have adapted to the JoyCon for Zelda, with the benefit being the ability to hold my hands at different angles.  The main thing I miss is the D-pad.

[NWR_insanolord]

The Switch Pro Controller is my favorite traditional-style gamepad I've ever used. I've found myself playing Switch on the TV more than I thought I would just because I love that controlelr so much.

[Oedo]

I got to try it for a bit and really liked it, but I just can't justify the purchase right now. I have a feeling Splatoon 2 is going to benefit from it significantly and I'm going to play that game a ton, so that's likely when I'll pick one up.

[Soren]

The Switch Pro-Controller is a million times better than the Joy-Cons by nearly every metric. I hate that I keep having to spend extra $$$ on controllers because Nintendo feels the need to re-invent the wheel with every gen. The fact that they need to keep making  "traditional" pads por their consoles should be enough of a hint that this won't end well...

[NWR_insanolord]

The Switch Pro-Controller is a million times better than the Joy-Cons by nearly every metric. I hate that I keep having to spend extra $$$ on controllers because Nintendo feels the need to re-invent the wheel with every gen. The fact that they need to keep making  "traditional" pads por their consoles should be enough of a hint that this won't end well...

That's overstating it, I'd say. If you're playing a single player game in TV mode, it's the best option, but the joy-cons definitely have their advantages, and the biggest selling point of the system in handheld mode wouldn't work nearly as well without them.

[Adrock]

I hate that I keep having to spend extra $$$ on controllers because Nintendo feels the need to re-invent the wheel with every gen.

Your problem isn't really with Nintendo then because every console maker does this.

In fact, I think Wii U may be the first time a console maker expected people to regularly use its previous generation controllers on its new hardware. Nintendo Land was built around players using the Wii U Gamepad and Wii Remotes. Then, Nintendo quietly admitted most people didn't want to use either controller anymore.

[Soren]

joy-cons definitely have their advantages, and the biggest selling point of the system in handheld mode wouldn't work nearly as well without them.

I don't care at all about handheld mode. I'm playing it on my lunch hours mostly for the novelty factor but in a month or so it'll stay anchored to the dock almost all the time. I already find the small travel distance of the Joy-Cons sticks to be annoying, plus the lack of a D-Pad, plus the general uncomfortable nature of holding it as a handheld.

I hate that I keep having to spend extra $$$ on controllers because Nintendo feels the need to re-invent the wheel with every gen.

Your problem isn't really with Nintendo then because every console maker does this..

Huh? The controller that came bundled with my PS4 has worked perfectly for the year and a half I've had it. My beef isn't with having to buy new controllers every console generation, it's with having to buy an extra "traditional" pad because the main controller solution Nintendo offers for their machines is lacking when it comes to the way I want to game. But I already knew I was adding that cost when I purchased the Switch.

[Adrock]

Huh? The controller that came bundled with my PS4 has worked perfectly for the year and a half I've had it. My beef isn't with having to buy new controllers every console generation, it's with having to buy an extra "traditional" pad because the main controller solution Nintendo offers for their machines is lacking when it comes to the way I want to game. But I already knew I was adding that cost when I purchased the Switch.

Ah, I see what you're saying now. My bad.

[ShyGuy]

I honestly don't think I would be playing the switch as much as I do without the Pro Controller. It's so comfortable and fits my hands very well. My only wish is that the triggers were analog.

[lolmonade]

Price is the only problem with the pro controller.  I think the fit feels like the better parts of the PS4 and Xbone controller, with nice big face buttons.


That said, I think I somewhat still prefer playing with a joycon in each hand, at least if i'm just exploring or shrine hunting.  Something more relaxing about being able to just rest my hands at their sides.

[KeyBilly]

Yeah, after my hands adapted, I prefer split controls for most things.  The sticks aren't bad.  Much better than the 3DS circle pads.

[Stratos]

You forgot the option "I can't seem to buy one because they are sold out in my area and I refuse to pay inflated prices for an already pricey item".


Cheapest I have seen it is $90 on Amazon. Wish I had pre-ordered one with my Switch, but that's water under the bridge.

[NWR_insanolord]

They were in stock at Amazon for the standard price earlier today, but it seems like they've already shot back up.

[Stratos]

Nintendo can't even keep controllers in stock. They really need to get someone on board who understands production better. This is beyond strategic shortages when it has been going on for years. The NES Mini still can't stay in stock longer than 10 minutes, and it's controllers are hard to come by as well.

[NWR_insanolord]

The Wii U Pro Controller and the Wii Classic Controller were like this early on as well. For whatever reason, Nintendo always underestimates demand for this kind of thing.

[pokepal148]

He also forgot to include options for people who don't own a Switch yet.

This is the worst poll ever.

[Khushrenada]

It's fixed now.

[nickmitch]

He also forgot to include options for people who don't own a Switch yet.

This is the worst poll ever.

Sorry, it was meant to be exclusive.  I wasn't expected non-converts to even read the poll.

[Adrock]

I lucked out. There was one Best Buy in the area that had some Pro Controllers on launch day. I'd like to get another one eventually. I hope Nintendo releases them in blue.

Sadly, there are no carrying cases.

[BranDonk Kong]

It's expensive, but it's a damn fine controller. Picked one up on Sunday.

[nickmitch]

I'm surprised at the lack of availability on the pro controllers.  I would've thought Nintendo shipped them 1:1 with the consoles, but maybe that wasn't enough or they just under shipped.