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There’s still not a perfect controller for the Switch (even Nintendo’s own Pro controller has its flaws) but 8BitDo’s new Pro 2, an upgrade to its SN30 Pro+, comes about as close as you’re going to get. By addressing some of the more glaring shortcomings of its predecessor, 8BitDo has made the Pro 2 a must-have upgrade for the Switch if you’re tired of battling with those dreaded Joy-Cons.
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In its defense, the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is a solid option for the portable console, including motion controls that are almost as good as what the Joy-Cons offer playing games using physical motions just feels easier with those tiny controllers in hand and definitely better than what 8BitDo’s Pro 2 offers. It also features a built-in Amiibo scanner and the ability to wake the Switch remotely, which are two very convenient features you won’t find on the new 8BitDo Pro 2. However, with so many retro titles now available on the S
Michael Pick, a YouTuber who goes by "The Casual Engineer," built a Nintendo Switch that is 30 inches by 60 inches, weighs 65 pounds, and is fully operational. After whipping up the super-size case mod, Pick donated it to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
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There’s still not a perfect controller for the Switch (even Nintendo’s own Pro controller has its flaws) but 8BitDo’s new Pro 2, an upgrade to its SN30 Pro+, comes about as close as you’re going to get. By addressing some of the more glaring shortcomings of its predecessor, 8BitDo has made the Pro 2 a must-have upgrade for the Switch if you’re tired of battling with those dreaded Joy-Cons.