Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is a controller designed exclusively for use with the Nintendo Switch 2 console. As its name suggests, it is an upgraded version of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller has a similar size and shape to its predecessor, including the exact same button layout, but has a more refined build. The controller also uses HD Rumble 2, a more sophisticated upgrade to HD Rumble that can create even more subtle and precise sensations. New features include a C button that can be used to instantly activate the Nintendo Switch 2 console's built-in GameChat feature, as well as GL and GR back buttons that can be freely mapped to any other button via the console's Quick Options menu. A CTIA audio jack is also present on the bottom of the controller.

Compatibility

Officially, the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is only compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 and cannot be used on Nintendo Switch. The controller's Bluetooth connectivity, however, does allows it to connect to other devices and unofficially be used as a controller for compatible games, though additional drivers may need to be installed for a smooth experience. Compared to the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller has weaker overall compatibility with PCs.

In Ultimate, the buttons on the controller can be remapped in the Controls menu to perform other functions. At launch, every button on the controller can be remapped via the system's settings, further diversifying its customizability.

Standard controls

As Ultimate has yet to receive any update that properly takes advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, the game treats the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller as a standard Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller controls menu in Ultimate.

L	Move
	Standard attacks
	Special moves
R	Stick-smash
	Jump
	Grab
	Shield
	Taunts
	Pause
	Home Menu
C button	GameChat
	Screenshot
	Nothing
GL button GR button	No function, can be mapped to any button.

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In competitive play

As the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is similar to the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, its competitive reputation is relatively similar as well. That being said, some of its design changes, most notably the GL and GR buttons, make this controller more attractive to use over its predecessor for some. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller can only be used on Nintendo Switch 2 and is incompatible with Nintendo Switch, limiting its usage to tournaments that run Ultimate on Nintendo Switch 2 consoles.

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