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Details on Joy-Con controllers/Pro Controller for Nintendo Switch
- Thread starter maxcriden
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Starwolf_UK
Member
Which is smaller; the Mini Famicom controllers or the Joy-Con?
Seeing how the Nintendo Switch Pro controller hardly looks different to the last decade of Pro controllers (from the face they all have four buttons, D-pad, two analogue, some misc buttons) I hope they allow the versions of it I already own actually work as the software sure isn't :lol:
Still...I know many people nagged the Wii U being "too complicated" with how one game could use the following input modes:
-Nintendo Gamecube controller via US Adapter
-Nintendo Wii Remote
-Nintendo Wii Remote & Nunchuck
-Classic Controller (connected to Nintendo Wii Remote)
-GamePad
-Wii U Pro Controller
-Nintendo 3DS (for just $1 LOL)
It also had an 8 player mode. Imagine if you had to buy 7 Wii U Pro controllers...
Seeing how the Nintendo Switch Pro controller hardly looks different to the last decade of Pro controllers (from the face they all have four buttons, D-pad, two analogue, some misc buttons) I hope they allow the versions of it I already own actually work as the software sure isn't :lol:
Still...I know many people nagged the Wii U being "too complicated" with how one game could use the following input modes:
-Nintendo Gamecube controller via US Adapter
-Nintendo Wii Remote
-Nintendo Wii Remote & Nunchuck
-Classic Controller (connected to Nintendo Wii Remote)
-GamePad
-Wii U Pro Controller
-Nintendo 3DS (for just $1 LOL)
It also had an 8 player mode. Imagine if you had to buy 7 Wii U Pro controllers...
How are AA and AAA imbecile exactly? They are easily replaced and have good rechargable versions these days unlike these internal batteries which to replace can sometimes involve taking apart the whole thing including soldering.
GhostOfSparta305
Banned
Really confused how local play's gonna work like its shown in the trailer.
How can a game based around 12 buttons & two sticks suddenly work with half?
How can a game based around 12 buttons & two sticks suddenly work with half?
Slightly better shot of it here...
What is the fourth system button... maybe a share/screenshot button?
Always-honest
Banned
Look like it came fresh out of a 3D printer. I hope that it will get some nice vintage Nintendo colours.
Power?
UnemployedVillain
Member
So of y'all are acting like you're too young to remember translucent controllers
Because the Wii U Pro Controller.
Oh no... Deal breaker.
PushTheButtonMax
Banned
JoyCon has the four triggers in the ideal location, unlike Vita which doesn't have the additional two, or New 3DS, which has them offset.
Ah thanks this is good, was about to scour the trailer to confirm this.
UnemployedVillain
Member
Have you only even played on Playstations before?!
Icon looks like a camera lens, so yeah, probably Share.
Love the branding. Switch Pro Controller looks fantastic as well.
This is like a natural evolution of the Wii U concept. Nintendo has transcended the traditional console realm and the handheld realm, and really is offering something unique.
This reveal could not have gone any better.
This is like a natural evolution of the Wii U concept. Nintendo has transcended the traditional console realm and the handheld realm, and really is offering something unique.
This reveal could not have gone any better.
I expect 3rd party replacements with a D-pad for the left part near day-1.
DeathoftheEndless
Crashing this plane... with no survivors!
JoyCon has the four triggers in the ideal location, unlike Vita which doesn't have the additional two, or New 3DS, which has them offset.
A portable console with full triggers and analog sticks. Its a miracle.
SomedayTheFire
Member
that has nothing to do with his question.
I think they're fine. They're incredibly Japanese though -- shortening things that way is a staple there.
JoyCon has the four triggers in the ideal location, unlike Vita which doesn't have the additional two, or New 3DS, which has them offset.
Is that an air vent?
Anyone with confirmation?
UnemployedVillain
Member
Yeah it does. There have been numerous controllers without symmetrical sticks. It's nothing new and nothing weird unless you've only used Sony controllers before
How many local multiplayer games can you name that use 12 buttons and two sticks for crucially important functions?
I mean, yeah, splitscreen-dependant multiplayer like FPS are out (and only if we're talking exclusively using the Joy-Cons). There's still dozens of games that'll have no problem functioning with 4 buttons and a stick.
Yeah. A fan on a handheld seems pretty crazy; they're really squeezing as much power as they can. Maybe it only runs when docked?
Kent
Member
I don't like what they did with the D-pad, though I understand why they did it (to make that detachable part's buttons have physical parity with the other half's). I am really glad that they came to their senses with regards to stick placement, though I have to wonder if that wasn't done solely for the same reasons as the D-pad split.
Wowfunhappy
Member
I doubt it; this thing does use ARM, remember.
I wouldn't have a problem if it was though. My Macbook Air has a fan (I know, it's a laptop, but the 11-inch model feels tablet sized) and I can rarely tell (except in instances where I make it work REALLY hard).
Tavernacle12
Member
Wavebird reborn!
THE KING HAS RETURNED
I think he means the analog stick DIRECTLY below the buttons.
Most asymmetrical controllers are still offset. The stick and buttons in line may be an issue.
OmegaSmash
Member
3 things
*Are motion controls properly confirmed? I know that the Emily specs leak said it had them, and Splatoon being confirmed also helps, but I need something more concrete.
*Still worried about the split local controls. It does not look comfortable to hold and lacks buttons. Mainly shoulder buttons, which is kind of worrying.
*No Scroll Wheel shoulder buttons is really disappointing. Main thing I was hoping for since they could've been legit game changers.
*Are motion controls properly confirmed? I know that the Emily specs leak said it had them, and Splatoon being confirmed also helps, but I need something more concrete.
*Still worried about the split local controls. It does not look comfortable to hold and lacks buttons. Mainly shoulder buttons, which is kind of worrying.
*No Scroll Wheel shoulder buttons is really disappointing. Main thing I was hoping for since they could've been legit game changers.
it's stupid to have to replace them manually, and have to manage enough rechargeable batteries for all your controllers
meanwhile in the real world, my PS3 controller batteries are still going strong so I am ok with never being able to replace them damn things
UnemployedVillain
Member
Seems so considering there appears to be a battery meter for both
kunonabi
Member
Wavebird reborn!
I sincerely pray that I don't need that hideous setup and that I can just play wii style when at home.
The guy on the plane used the two detachable parts standalone, so i guess you can
If that thing is as comfortable as the wavebird, though...
JoyCon has the four triggers in the ideal location, unlike Vita which doesn't have the additional two, or New 3DS, which has them offset.
god damn the switch looks sexy
I hope that's not for battery life.
kunonabi
Member
Problem is we never see that when the unit is docked. Hopefully we get confirmation soon.