The wait for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remaster is nearly over, and players are preparing to dock their Nintendo Switch 2 and settle in for the big-screen version. For couch play, a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 controller is the traditional route, and a range of wireless gamepads is available from $49 to $89. Each option offers something different in shape, joystick technology, and extras.
The official pick
At $89, the Switch 2 Pro Controller is Nintendo’s own gamepad for the console. It includes HD Rumble 2, motion controls, built-in Amiibo functionality, a capture button, a C button for GameChat, and GL/GR buttons that can be mapped to any button of the player’s choosing. A 3.5mm four-pole audio jack rounds out the feature set.
Mid-range wireless options
The S10 Elite Wireless Controller for Switch 2 costs $59.99. It supports one-key wake-up and uses magnetic Hall Effect joysticks, with programmable buttons, HD Rumble, and motion control included.
Also at $59.99, the TT Pro Bluetooth Controller works with the Switch and PC. Its tension-adjustable TMR joysticks are designed for customization, and four rear paddles add further control options.
The Chitu2 HD Wireless Pro Controller for Nintendo Switch 2/1 is priced at $49.99. It uses TMR Glide joysticks to address drift, alongside HD Rumble, mechanical buttons, a Turbo mode, programmable buttons, and six-axis motion control via gyro.
Budget-friendly and cross-platform choices
The Super Nova Wireless Gaming Controller for Switch 2 is the cheapest on this list at $49.99. GameSir’s pad works with PC, Nintendo Switch 1/2, and Android/iOS. Despite the low price, it offers a 1000Hz polling rate, Hall Effect joysticks and triggers, rubberized grips, and RGB lighting.
At $69.94, the Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller for Switch 1/2 includes swappable ABXY buttons, Pro Back Buttons, a charging dock, and Hall Effect triggers intended to keep stick drift at bay.
The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Controller costs $69.99 and features TMR joysticks and trigger mode switching, plus a USB-C adapter. It comes in two colors and can also be used with Windows.
Finally, the Cyclone 2 Wireless PC Controller is $55.99. It has a 1000Hz polling rate, Hall Effect joysticks, three connectivity modes, and microswitch buttons rated for five million clicks.
How to choose
All eight controllers can pair wirelessly with the Switch 2 and handle the basics. The decision comes down to personal preference: shape, color, and joystick technology such as TMR. Buyers can choose the official Nintendo controller or spend less on a third-party model with comparable functionality.
