Switch 1 buyers upgrading to a Switch 2 may also have to budget for some new accessories, from controllers to microSD cards. Here’s what is and isn’t compatible between the handhelds.
After years of rumors, Nintendo finally revealed all the details about the Switch 2 earlier this month, and it’s.confusing? I was pretty excited to tune into the April Nintendo Direct, but I came out of it with many questions, particularly about game accessory compatibility.
The Switch 2 has its own Joy-Con and Pro Controllers, but what about the accessories I already own for my Switch 1? The ecosystems are largely the same, right? Yes, but there are caveats.Can I Use My Switch 1 Controllers With Switch 2?
You likely have several gamepads for the first-gen Nintendo Switch. The good news is you can use them with the Switch 2. The Joy-Con controllers and Switch Pro Controller can be paired wirelessly with the new console. And you’ll likely want to hold onto them because Trump’s tariffs have caused Nintendo to increase the prices on many Switch 2 accessories, including the Joy-Con 2 and Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.
While the Pro Controller can be connected to the Switch 2 dock via the USB charging cable, the Joy-Cons won’t be able to physically connect because they lack the magnets in the Switch 2.
