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Decided to start a general thread for anything Nintendo that isn't Animal Crossing.
I'm going to cover some accessories I found useful for the Switch.
If you hate the d-pad of the default Left Joycon like I do, and never do the hipster-playing-on-rooftops-with-joycons-separated like in that silly Switch launch video,the Hori D-Pad L Joycon will serve you well. You can't use it with a grip since it doesn't have wireless, and it doesn't have HD rumble, but the d-pad is almost as good as the one on the Vita. The d-pad even feels better than the one on the Pro controller
If you want to use your existing PS4/Xbox controller with the switch to supplement or in place of the Pro controller, this 8bitdo dongle is recomended, it also comes with a USB-C to USB-A OTG cable, so you can use it without a dock/stand.
When you pair it, make sure to not have a pro controller already plugged in, but once it's properly paired and set up you can use both at the same time.
If you're wanting a better stand for your switch than that silly built-in flap to use in tabletop mode, Hori (again) has a couple of good solutions. Note that these are NOT docks for hooking the Switch up to a TV:
This one is ultrabasic, just charging, I picked it up when I bought my switch:
This Multiport one is better, larger and more sturdy and it has 4 USB ports. I received it as a birthday gift:
If you're wanting a extra dock, and don't want to shell out for the hard to find and expensive official dock, this USB-C dongle is inexpensive (also works with some tablets and phones). again, it was a birthday gift.
Quick Caveat, it won't work, plugged into one of the above stands.
I picked up this basic case when I bought my switch, in December. It just holds the switch and comes with two small plastic game/SD card cases that fit inside it.
Oh and here's that silly switch launch video with young attractive hipsters playing on rooftop:
Though it had me at...portable....Skyrim (and later on Diablo), though I waited a couple of years to pick one up.
I'm going to cover some accessories I found useful for the Switch.
If you hate the d-pad of the default Left Joycon like I do, and never do the hipster-playing-on-rooftops-with-joycons-separated like in that silly Switch launch video,the Hori D-Pad L Joycon will serve you well. You can't use it with a grip since it doesn't have wireless, and it doesn't have HD rumble, but the d-pad is almost as good as the one on the Vita. The d-pad even feels better than the one on the Pro controller
If you want to use your existing PS4/Xbox controller with the switch to supplement or in place of the Pro controller, this 8bitdo dongle is recomended, it also comes with a USB-C to USB-A OTG cable, so you can use it without a dock/stand.
Amazon.com: 8Bitdo Wireless Controller Adapter for Nintendo Switch,Windows,Mac & Raspberry Pi with a OTG Cable (Black): Computers & Accessories
Amazon.com: 8Bitdo Wireless Controller Adapter for Nintendo Switch,Windows,Mac & Raspberry Pi with a OTG Cable (Black): Computers & Accessories
www.amazon.com
When you pair it, make sure to not have a pro controller already plugged in, but once it's properly paired and set up you can use both at the same time.
If you're wanting a better stand for your switch than that silly built-in flap to use in tabletop mode, Hori (again) has a couple of good solutions. Note that these are NOT docks for hooking the Switch up to a TV:
This one is ultrabasic, just charging, I picked it up when I bought my switch:
Amazon.com: Nintendo Switch Adjustable Charging Stand - Switch: Video Games
Amazon.com: Nintendo Switch Adjustable Charging Stand - Switch: Video Games
www.amazon.com
This Multiport one is better, larger and more sturdy and it has 4 USB ports. I received it as a birthday gift:
If you're wanting a extra dock, and don't want to shell out for the hard to find and expensive official dock, this USB-C dongle is inexpensive (also works with some tablets and phones). again, it was a birthday gift.
Quick Caveat, it won't work, plugged into one of the above stands.
I picked up this basic case when I bought my switch, in December. It just holds the switch and comes with two small plastic game/SD card cases that fit inside it.
Oh and here's that silly switch launch video with young attractive hipsters playing on rooftop:
Though it had me at...portable....Skyrim (and later on Diablo), though I waited a couple of years to pick one up.
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