Turn your Nintendo Switch into the perfect couch co-op system this Prime Day

Date:
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 20:48:47 +0000

Description:
Bag a gamepad for a major discount and start playing all the local co-op
games of your dreams.

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You can never have too many controllers, and thats doubly true for the Nintendo Switch. While its Joy-Cons let you seamlessly transition between playing the console in docked and handheld mode, theyre not the most comfortable gamepads to use for long gaming sessions. Although a Comfort Grip comes bundled with each Switch, Nintendo might have overestimated just how ergonomic that bit of kit really is.

If you tend to spend long hours playing your Nintendo Switch while sitting on the couch or want to play local co-op games with your buddies, youre going to need to buy at least one other controller. But like the DuelSense Wireless Controller for the PS5 and the Xbox Wireless Controller for the Xbox Series X |S, Nintendos official Pro Controller doesnt come cheap.

Fortunately, there are plenty of brilliant discounted third-party controllers up for grabs as part of this years Prime Day Deals. As officially licensed products, they have the blessing of the House of Mario itself and pair effortlessly with a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch OLED . Although they dont feature Pro in their name, most of these gamepads are designed to replicate Nintendos official controller in ergonomics, comfort, and build quality.

If youre looking to nab a few extra gamepads on the cheap to finally play couch co-op to your hearts content, now is the perfect time to do it. Take control (Image credit: Shutterstock/Proxima Studio)

Third-party controllers for the Switch can be classified into two categories: wired and wireless. As youd expect, wired controllers come in at a lower
price tag, but are more restrictive and might give you the impression youve jumped back to 2007. You'll only be able to only use two wired gamepads with
a single console, as you're limited by the availability of USB ports.

Weve rounded up some of the best Nintendo Switch controller deals below, but there are a few standout picks. If youre in the US, you should seriously consider picking up the X of Y. And if you call the UK home, definitely have
a look at the PowerA Wired Controller thats currently on offer for only 11. Now thats a bargain. (Not in the UK or US? Scroll down for the best prices in your region) . Nintendo Switch Sports - US

PDP Wired Switch Pro Controller Animal Crossing: $27.99 $13.99 at Amazon
Save $14 - If you're after a budget Nintendo Switch controller, look no further than the PDP Wired Switch Controller. As an officially licensed Nintendo gamepad it pairs seamlessly with the console, and it's down to its lowest-ever price this Prime Day. It comes in a variety of colors, but we think this Animal Crossing scheme is quite fetching. View Deal

PowerA Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch - Black: $22.99 $16.99 at Amazon
Save $16 - Simple, classic, and elegant? If you want a budget Switch controller, don't mind it being wired, and want a simple design, then this is the one for you. As an officially licensed Nintendo gamepad it pairs seamlessly with the console. This isn't the lowest-ever price it's dropped
to, but it's still remarkably affordable. View Deal

PowerA Pokemon Enhanced Wireless Controller: $54.99 $39.99 at Amazon
Save $15 - This is the cheapest we've seen the PowerA Switch gamepad drop
to. If you're after a comfortable, ergonomic wireless controller for the Switch this is a great choice at a great price. It's one of the best-reviewed third-party controllers. View Deal

Binbok Wireless Switch Controller: $36.99 $29.95 at Amazon
Save $7 - It may not be your first choice of paint job, but this wireless gamepad is remarkably cheap - $29 is the lowest price it's ever dropped to. While Binbok isn't the most well-known brand, they specialize in RGB accessories and this controller is well-reviewed. View Deal Nintendo Switch Sports - UK

PowerA Pokemon Enhanced Wired Controller: 19.99 11.00 at Amazon
Save 9 - If you're after a budget Nintendo Switch controller, look no
further than the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller. As an officially licensed Nintendo gamepad it pairs seamlessly with the console, and it's down to its lowest-ever price this Prime Day. It comes in a variety of colors, but we think this Fuchsia Fantasy scheme is quite dashing. View Deal

PowerA Pokemon Enhanced Wired Controller: 19.99 14.99 at Amazon
Save 5 - And you can slap Mario on the front! If you're after a budget Nintendo Switch controller, look no further than the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller. As an officially licensed Nintendo gamepad it pairs seamlessly with the console, and it's down to very nearly its lowest-ever price this Prime Day. View Deal

PowerA Pokemon Enhanced Wireless Controller: 39.99 24.49 at Amazon
Save 15 - This isn't quite the cheapest we've seen the PowerA Switch gamepad go for it's gone down to 21 in the past but if you need to pick up a
gamepad for your Switch this is still a good price for a well-reviewed third-party controller. View Deal

PowerA Pokemon Enhanced Wireless Controller: 39.99 26.99 at Amazon
Save 13 - How about something a little more vibrant? This is the cheapest we've seen the PowerA wireless Switch gamepad go for. If you need to pick up
a gamepad for your Switch this is still a good price for a well-reviewed third-party controller. View Deal

It can seem wrong to buy a third-party controller as if youre settling for a second-rate piece of hardware instead of the genuine article. For a lot of brands, thats certainly the case. But not these ones.

We've selected genuine hardware manufacturers that produce controllers under an official license from Nintendo. In some cases, players even report the third-party gamepads last longer than Nintendos own Pro Controller, as its finicky analog sticks are prone to the dreaded drift. If you're desperate to play co-op games but cant justify dropping a lot of cash, take one of these controllers for a spin. More Nintendo Switch controller deals

No matter where you live, you'll find all the lowest prices for Nintendo Switch controllers around the web right here, with offers available in your region. More Prime Day deals in the US Alexa devices: Fire TV Sticks from $12 and more Adidas: 50% off sneakers and sportswear Apple: Apple Watch 7 at cheapest price yet Back to school: backpacks and stationery discounts Cell phones : $100 off the Google Pixel 6 College essentials: bedding, decor and cleaning sale Cooling: portable fans from $16.99 Fashion : 66% off clothing, shoes and jewelry Groceries : up to 40% off coffee and food essentials Headphones: up to $125 off Sony headphones and earbuds Home : Levoit Air Purifier for $42.49 Instant Pot: up to 29% off Kindle : up to 50% off ereader bundles Kitchen: up to $120 off blenders, coffee makers and more Laptops : $200 off 14-inch MacBook Pro Mattresses: $490 off Casper mattresses PS5: register for the next PS5 restock Security: Blink Home Security bundles from $44.99 Smart home: Echo Show 5 smart display for $34.99 Smartwatch : Amazon Halo View up to 55% off Speakers : JBL portable speakers from $29.95 Storage: up to 39% off Samsung SSDs Tablets: Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 - save up to $120 TVs: Smart TVs from $89 Vacuums : save on Shark, iRobot and Bissell More
Prime Day deals in the UK Amazon devices: up to 65% off Echo Dot and Fire TV Cube Adidas: 30% off some sportswear and trainers Apple: save up to 150 on iPads and Apple Watches Back to school: backpacks and stationery from 1.50 Beauty: save on Rimmel, Revlon, Olay, and more top brands Coffee machines : starting at just 19 with up to 60% off Cheap Fire tablets: Amazon Fire
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