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How do you fix a joystick on a Nintendo Switch?

Recalibrate Your Control Sticks
This is easy to fix by recalibrating your control sticks in the Switch settings. Go to the Home page and select System Settings > Controllers and Sensors then scroll down to Calibrate Control Sticks. Follow the onscreen instructions to recalibrate your control stick.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch joystick not responding?

Ensure your console has the latest system update. Ensure the Joy-Con controllers are charged. Try to decrease the distance between the Joy-Con and the Nintendo Switch console. Ensure that the Nintendo Switch console is placed to minimize interference with the Joy-Con.
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How do I fix left Joy-Con drift?

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.
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How much does it cost to replace a joystick Switch?

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. The newly priced Joy-Con will be available starting on November 9th.
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Does 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.
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How To Fix A Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controller Stick

How long do Nintendo Switch joysticks 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.
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What causes Joy-Con drift?

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.
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Does GameStop repair Switch Joycons?

We can fix it! Just bring your eligible products into any GameStop store and we'll take care of the rest.
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Do I send both joy cons for repair?

You can send in multiple Joy-con with one shipment. Again, the only downside is that Joy-con that can't be repaired may result in a replacement of a different color.
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Do Switch joysticks charge?

Important: While using Nintendo Switch Lite, the Joy-Con Charging Grip (sold separately) is required to charge the Joy-Con. Attach the Joy-Con to the Joy-Con Charging Grip. Connect the Joy-Con Charging Grip to the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002).
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How do I test my Nintendo Switch joystick?

From the HOME Menu select System Settings, then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select Controllers and Sensors. Select Test Input Devices, then Test Controller Buttons. Press the button or control stick on the controller you wish to test.
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Why is my Nintendo joystick stuck?

Power off your Nintendo Switch system. Using a clean, dry toothbrush, gently brush the area around the control stick(s). Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe away any dirt or debris.
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Can I fix stick 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.
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What is the common problem of joystick?

Joystick Wear

Rubber-tipped joysticks wear out over time, exposing the smooth plastic underneath and making for a less tactile gaming experience. In addition to being less comfortable, plastic can be slippery and impact your gameplay. Fortunately, there's a simple and cost-effective solution: aftermarket thumb grips.
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How long is Nintendo Switch warranty?

Nintendo systems carry a standard 12-month warranty, which is one of the longest standard warranties in the video game industry. Games and accessories sold individually carry a three-month warranty. Please see the Complete Warranty Text for full warranty details.
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How long does it take to fix Joycons?

The current total turnaround time for repair orders is around 2-3 weeks.
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Does Best Buy fix Joy-Cons?

We generally aren't able to do repairs on joycons that are not covered by protection. We'd still recommend connecting with your local Best Buy store to get that definitive answer. You can find information about your local store at www.bestbuy.com/storelocator.
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Does GameStop fix stick drift for free?

A: Yes , drifting is a highly common isssue with all Nintendo switch joy-con but nintendo has a policy in place to repair if your request through their customer service for a fix free of charge. Was this answer helpful?
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Does Nintendo charge for repairs?

How much will it cost? If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty.
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Can fake Joycons damage your Switch?

Although these Joy-Con are much cheaper than the official ones, they can possibly damage your Nintendo Switch console as they aren't officially licensed by Nintendo. The controllers do act like any other Joy-Con thought with it having normal rumble capabilities and a motion censor.
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