Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller review - the perfect partner

The long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, bringing with it a handful of fresh accessories for us to fawn over. Personally, the most exciting one for me is the new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. I know, I know, a lot of people find controllers rather boring, but as a long-time gamer, my original Monster Hunter-themed Switch Pro Controller is easily my favorite out of any I’ve used, so I was eager to get my hands on this new, upgraded piece of kit. Luckily, Nintendo has done it again, as the Switch 2 Pro Controller is a real beauty. Upon taking it out of the box - packaged with a wonderfully sturdy USB-C cable - it’s immediately obvious that this controller is high quality. Sleek and stylish, its black matte finish looks and feels incredibly premium, and the light gray bumpers and joystick bases are very striking. I wasn’t sure whether I’d like the contrasting accents more than an all-black affair, but my doubts have been hushed since seeing it in person. The controller feels comfortably weighty in your hand. This is quite surprising considering it’s actually lighter than its predecessor, weighing in at 238g compared to the original Pro Controller’s 249g (according to my trusty kitchen scales, at least). Side-by-side, you can also see that the Switch 2 Pro Controller is a little smaller than the original, with a slightly narrower body and grips, and I personally find that it feels more comfortable in my palms. Continue reading Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller review - the perfect partner MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: Best portable gaming consoles, Best gaming phones, Best Android phones

Jun 7, 2025 - 13:50

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller review - the perfect partner

The long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, bringing with it a handful of fresh accessories for us to fawn over. Personally, the most exciting one for me is the new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. I know, I know, a lot of people find controllers rather boring, but as a long-time gamer, my original Monster Hunter-themed Switch Pro Controller is easily my favorite out of any I’ve used, so I was eager to get my hands on this new, upgraded piece of kit.

Luckily, Nintendo has done it again, as the Switch 2 Pro Controller is a real beauty. Upon taking it out of the box - packaged with a wonderfully sturdy USB-C cable - it’s immediately obvious that this controller is high quality. Sleek and stylish, its black matte finish looks and feels incredibly premium, and the light gray bumpers and joystick bases are very striking. I wasn’t sure whether I’d like the contrasting accents more than an all-black affair, but my doubts have been hushed since seeing it in person.

The controller feels comfortably weighty in your hand. This is quite surprising considering it’s actually lighter than its predecessor, weighing in at 238g compared to the original Pro Controller’s 249g (according to my trusty kitchen scales, at least). Side-by-side, you can also see that the Switch 2 Pro Controller is a little smaller than the original, with a slightly narrower body and grips, and I personally find that it feels more comfortable in my palms.

Continue reading Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller review - the perfect partner

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