How common is Nintendo Switch drift?

New Survey States 40 Percent of Switch Users Experience Joy-Con Drift.

Why is Switch drift so common?

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.

Is Joy-Con Drift common?

Joy-Con drift is a problem where a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controller acts as though something is moving the control stick even when nothing is. This can mean the camera, cursor, or video game characters on your Switch keep moving even when you aren't touching the controller. This problem is worryingly widespread.

How often do Switch controllers 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.

Is Joy-Con Drift a big problem?

It's a long standing issue, dubbed Joy-Con Drift, wherein the joysticks slowly fail over time in a way that causes directional inputs to register when the stick is at a neutral position. Frustrated customers have filed multiple class-action lawsuits about the issue.

Joy-Con Drift: Nintendo's Biggest Problem

Does Nintendo fix drift for 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.

Can you sue Nintendo for Joy-Con drift?

A US judge has dismissed a Joy-Cons drift lawsuit against Nintendo. The legal action was initially filed in October 2020, by parents on behalf of their 10-year-old.

Does buying new Joy-Cons fix drift?

Send it to Nintendo For Repair/Refund

Since the issue is widespread, Nintendo actually offers to fix Joy-Con drift for free (and has allegedly fixed the issue on newer Joy-Cons).

Is it easy to fix controller drift?

You can possibly solve your stick drift by resetting your controller. Go through a couple of steps, so your controller gets a hard reset. This means that the controller is put back to factory settings. These steps are both for the DualShock and DualSense controller.

Why do all controllers drift now?

Natural Decay Comes With Play. A common reason for why controllers run into drift problems is that they are prone to deterioration, which will naturally occur with use. In more recent years, the life cycle of technology has shortened dramatically to promote further purchases, thereby further exacerbating the issue.

Why do Joy-Cons drift so easily?

Joy-Con drift can often be attributed to one of two major factors: software/hardware issues or buildup of dirt and grime under or around the thumb sticks. If your console stops working, we'll handle the repairs.

What percentage of 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.

Can you fix stick drift Switch?

Nintendo has an easy guide for doing so. Simply go to the System Settings menu, and navigate to the Controllers and Sensors section. Scroll down to the option for calibrating control sticks, hit X to recalibrate a stick, and follow the on-screen prompts. Repeat for the second thumbstick, and you're all set.

Do pro controllers drift?

Drifting is a problem that is undeniably common in the Switch's Joy-Con, but it can also affect Pro Controllers as well. That's not to say Nintendo's products are cheap or shoddy universally; drift is an issue that can affect any controller on the market – even the mighty Xbox One Elite Controller isn't safe.

How long do Joy-Cons 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.

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.

What does Nintendo say about Joy-Con drift?

Nintendo has responded to reports on the issue, telling Kotaku that anybody who experiences problems with their Joy-Cons should contact Nintendo support: "At Nintendo, we take great pride in creating quality products and we are continuously making improvements to them," it said.

What fixes controller drift?

Try adjusting the input threshold

Your input threshold is the area in which your controller doesn't register any movement. If you have a lot of drift on your joystick, decreasing the input threshold on the game you're playing can help. To do so, go to the settings in the game you're playing.

How can you tell if Joy-Cons are fake?

Rumble sounds

The most telling factor is the rumble feature. It is louder on the counterfeit and more "rattly,". I would recommend connecting both and playing a game like Enter the Gungeon while listening carefully to the controllers.

How long does Switch repair take?

Under warranty repairs take 4-5 days plus shipping time. Normally you will receive your product back within one week. If a repair free of charge is not possible, you will receive a cost estimation via email and the repair will take longer, depending on how much time passes before you reply.

How long do Controllers last before stick drift?

A PS4 controller has a life of about 4 – 5 years before the analog and buttons start to break or drift. This can be due to mishandling or dust buildup.

Does factory reset fix controller drift?

Troubleshoot Your DualSense's Issues With a Reset

Resetting a PS5 controller is easy. All you have to do is press the reset button at the back to return it to its default settings. You can do it whenever you experience issues, but you should definitely do it when your controller has pairing issues or is drifting.