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[DeVeAn]

So I added a tiny piece of packing tape folded over itself. Took a few tries but now I can play Tetris no issues.

 

[Bankai]

it was never fixed, but newer models have a slightly better dpad, but it still sucks and will still give you wrong inputs.

honestly, I think the way to go is to wait for the 8bitdo SN30pro+ which is fully Switch compatible and will most likely have a vastly superior dpad

Interesting. I honestly thought this D-pad couldn't be used because of Nintendo copyright. That's the reason why all other joypads have different shapes of D-pads compared to the Nintendo cross.

 

[Scopa]

Interesting. I honestly thought this D-pad couldn't be used because of Nintendo copyright. That's the reason why all other joypads have different shapes of D-pads compared to the Nintendo cross.

I think that patent expired a few years ago.

 

[sn0man]

Not really in the switch ethos but build a hitbox?

 

[Tevious]

Well, I just fixed mine and it works great now. If you have a set of precision screwdrivers, some tape, and you are good enough at disassembling things and putting them back together carefully, then give this mod a shot:

And here's a few additional tips:
When you get down to the last 4 screws that access all the face buttons and D-pad, be especially careful to keep all the buttons in place into the controller shell/casing. Tape no more than a 3rd of the circular contacts (I used electrical tape). When reassembling, after reinserting the last 4 screws (now first 4) test all the buttons and ensure that they feel right and that none of them are getting stuck. Once they seem to be working correctly, then continue reassembling until you get to the battery. At this point, you can test the D-pad on a game to ensure that you like the results. I found Dark Souls to be a good game to test on, since the D-pad equipment UI flashes when each button/direction has contact. If it's all good, then continue to reassemble the controller.