The Nintendo Switch seemingly has a mechanical issue in its design that’s likely to be causing chronic drift problems on the Joy-Con controllers, according to Which? research. We are calling on ...

Nintendo should commission an independent investigation into a problem with the Joy-Con controllers on its Switch games console, consumer group Which? says. The Nintendo Switch was launched five years ...

Which? found that chronic Nintendo Switch controller problems are likely due to a mechanical fault, pointing to design flaws. Photo: Chesnot/Getty · Chesnot via Getty Images A UK product testing ...

The bug can make video games unplayable and has left many consumers out of pocket having to buy expensive replacement controllers, which can cost around £70. Now, an experiment by Which? has tested ...

There have been some concerns raised about the compatibility of the new wireless GameCube controller with "other" games on the Switch 2, so we reached out to Nintendo to ask about the specifics.

To pair any controller with the Switch 2 you’ll need the console powered on and updated to the latest system software.

The Nintendo Switch was launched five years ago but has been dogged by reports of "drift" - when the console registers movement even though the joysticks are not in use. Image: Nintendo has said only ...