Do joy cons get loose?

The Joy-Con controllers will often wiggle ever-so-slightly when locked in place in tablet mode. It's noticeable, but it will only occasionally affect gameplay by making you stop the game and reconnect the controllers.

Why do my Joy-Cons keep detaching?

If the problem is still occurring, try the following: Reset the Joy-Con controllers. Press the SYNC Button on each controller once, then press any other button on the controller to power it on again. If the issue occurs while a Bluetooth audio device is connected, disconnect the Bluetooth audio device.

How long do Joy-Cons usually last?

The Joy-Con controllers take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. When fully charged, the battery for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This may be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.

Why do Joy-Cons drift so easily?

The Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con drift issue is caused by a fundamental design flaw according to a UK consumer group. As reported by Eurogamer, a report from Which claims that, even after just a few months of use, the Joy-Con's plastic circuit boards show significant wear on the joystick slider contact points.

How often do Joy-Cons drift?

Six in 10 (57 percent) participants said they started experiencing drift issues within the first year of owning a Switch, and approximately a quarter of those (26 percent) contacted Nintendo for a replacement or fix. Of these, one in five (19 percent) were not offered a free replacement or fix.

Fix Your Loose Nintendo Switch JoyCon

Do newer Joy-Cons drift?

While you can send your Joy-Cons away for a free repair at Nintendo (or just buy a new set), the sticks will inevitably start drifting again.

Do Joy-Cons only charge when docked?

The Joy-Con controllers can be charged in the following ways: While attached to the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model console. Attach the Joy-Con to the Nintendo Switch console and power it on.

Do Joy-Cons charge while docked?

Attach the Joy-Con to the Nintendo Switch console and power it on. In order for the Joy-Con to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.

How many Joy-Cons can you use at once?

How many Joy-Con controllers can be paired to a Nintendo Switch system? Up to eight wireless controllers can be paired to a Nintendo Switch system at a time.

Is it normal for Joy-Cons to wiggle?

The Joy-Con controllers will often wiggle ever-so-slightly when locked in place in tablet mode. It's noticeable, but it will only occasionally affect gameplay by making you stop the game and reconnect the controllers. If your loose Joy-Cons feel like they are about to fall off, go to the next step.

Why does my left Joy-Con moves by itself?

A lot of the time, Joy-Con drift is caused by dust and grime building up inside the control stick mechanism. If you don't want to totally disassemble your Joy-Con—voiding the warranty in the process—you can still clean this dirt away to fix your Joy-Con. To do this properly, you'll need: Fine-tipped tweezers.

Why is my Joy-Con still drifting after repair?

Update the Joy-Cons

But if your Joy-Cons are drifting, an update might bring them back to normal. To update your Joy-Cons, connect them to the sides of the Switch (the Switch Lite has them connected permanently) and open the System Settings menu. Scroll down to Controllers and Sensors, then select Update Controllers.

Will Nintendo repair Joy-Cons for free?

Although Nintendo has offered free repairs for out-of-warranty Joy-Cons in North America, Latin America, and France, it never extended the policy to the UK, Switzerland, and all of the EEA until now.

How much is replacement Joy-Con?

Nintendo is dropping the price of buying a single Joy-Con controller down to $39.99. That's $10 less than the $49.99 the company originally charged for single controller replacements.

Why is my right Joy-Con not working when detached?

For the Joy-Con to function properly when detached from the Switch, there must be an unobstructed line-of-sight between the Joy-Con and the Switch. If obstructions occur and interfere with the Bluetooth signal, the Joy-Con will not function properly.

Is it bad to leave Switch in dock charging?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.

How long do Joy-Cons take to charge?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.

How does the Switch charge without dock?

By connecting an AC adapter directly to the console.

Are the OLED Joy-Cons better?

The OLED Switch works with older Joy-Cons, and its Joy-Cons are the same. Convenient! And also a bummer they're not upgraded.

How many Joy-Cons are affected by drift?

UK consumer watchdog Which has released a new report that claims over 40% of Joy-Con controllers for the base Nintendo Switch are hindered by drift issues.

What is the best Switch controller that doesn't drift?

If you're looking for a Switch controller that's also a great Bluetooth controller for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android, GuliKit's KingKong 2 Pro is a worthwhile purchase. It has Hall effect sticks that ensure that its analog sticks won't suffer from drift, Amiibo support, and it feels like an Xbox controller in the hand.

Is Joy-Con drift repair still free?

Nintendo has been repairing Switch players' Joy-Con "drift" issues for free, even if they're no longer under warranty, in North America since 2019. Over the past years, it has launched the same program in France and Latin America.

What are the symptoms of Joy-Con drift?

Joy-Con drift is the name given to an issue some Switch owners have experienced with one or both of their detachable controllers. They have found that movement is being detected by their Switch even when they are not touching the thumbstick on a Joy-Con.