While a Switch 2 Pro Controller is a nice addition to anyone’s peripheral collection, it isn’t actually needed to play any games on Nintendo’s newest system.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller offers a more comfortable and precise way to play Switch 2 games. This is thanks to its ergonomic design and responsive buttons and joysticks.

The Switch 2 will cost more than Nintendo’s first hybrid console but like I did when I first got my Switch, there’s no doubt I’ll be picking up a Switch 2 Pro Controller to go with it ...

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At the event, I had the chance to play with the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller on a variety of games including Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Street Fighter 6.

In terms of battery life, Nintendo rates the Switch 2 Pro Controller for 40 hours on a full charge, just like its predecessor. However, it can attain this in only half the time, or 3.5 hours.

While a Switch 2 Pro Controller is a nice addition to anyone’s peripheral collection, it isn’t actually needed to play any games on Nintendo’s newest system.

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I still have my gripes with Nintendo’s official gamepad, including the jump in price, but the Switch 2 Pro Controller remains a well-built gamepad that does some things better than most.