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What controllers work for Switch?

These great Nintendo Switch controllers will help you step up your game
  • Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons. ...
  • Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. ...
  • Delta Essentials Wired Controller Gamepad. ...
  • 8BitDo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller Gamepad. ...
  • PowerA Wireless GameCube-Style Controller for Nintendo Switch.
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Can I use my Xbox controller on my Switch?

Can you use an Xbox One, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S controller (or a PlayStation 4 controller) on a Nintendo Switch? The answer is yes!
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Can you use 3rd party controller on Switch?

Fortunately for you, there's a solution that allows you to use those controllers with your Switch. The Magic-NS enables wireless connection for PS5, PS4, PS3, Wii U Pro, Xbox One S, or Xbox Series X controllers, so you can game comfortably with any of these familiar controllers!
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Do PlayStation 5 controllers work on Switch?

The good news is if you already have a PS5 lying around, you can use a PS5 DualSense controller on Switch. All you need is a wireless adapter.
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How to connect a non Nintendo controller to a Nintendo Switch?

Wireless pairing procedure
  1. Select "Controllers" on the HOME Menu.
  2. Select "Change Grip/Order".
  3. Hold the SYNC Button on the controller you want to pair. (Release the button once the controller LED starts flashing.) ...
  4. When the message "Paired" appears on the screen, the pairing is complete.
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Easy Way To Use Your PS4/Xbox One Controller On Your Nintendo Switch Wireless

How do I connect a PS4 controller to a Nintendo Switch without adapter?

On the PS4 DualShock Controller, hold down the PS button and Share button simultaneously. The indicator light will blink white to show it's in pairing mode.
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Is Nintendo Switch compatible with different controllers?

You can play multiplayer games using compatible wireless controllers, including Joy-Con™ controllers and Nintendo Switch™ Pro Controllers (sold separately). If using separate Joy-Con controllers, you will also need a device to recharge them, such as the Joy-Con Charging Grip.
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Can I use any Bluetooth controller with Nintendo switch?

The Nintendo Switch does have Bluetooth, and you can use it to connect headphones or controllers. If you buy a Bluetooth adapter, you can even connect non-Nintendo controllers to the Switch.
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Can Logitech controller work on Nintendo Switch?

Wired PS4, PS3, Nintendo Switch Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox 360 controllers and fight sticks, and standard wired USB controllers like Logitech rumble gamepad F510 and F310 can be connected to your Nintendo Switch, PS3 and PC system.
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Which controllers can wake up the Switch?

Wireless Switch Pro Controller: This SWITCH PRO controller has NFC and Wake up from sleep features.
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How do I connect a 3rd party wired controller to a Switch?

Make sure your Nintendo Switch System is powered on and connected to your TV. Insert the USB cable into a USB port on the Nintendo Switch Dock. Connect the other end of the cable to the wired controller. Your wired controller is now ready for use.
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Does Switch have Bluetooth?

From the Nintendo Switch HOME menu, open System Settings. Scroll down to Bluetooth Audio, then select Pair to search for any available Bluetooth audio devices in range. Searching for pairable devices can take several seconds.
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Can you connect a Bluetooth Xbox controller to a Switch?

Fortunately, if you already own an Xbox One or were lucky enough to score an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, you can connect your Xbox controller with the Nintendo Switch and play wirelessly.
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Can you use PlayStation controller on Switch reddit?

The answer is yes with the many different USB adapters out there. I can, in fact, use my Ps4 controller on my Switch. My question is can I use it without the use of the USB adapter. The reason I ask is because on the Wii you can use the Ps4 controller via the GameCube emulator Nintendont.
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Are Switch controllers universal?

Yes. The Joy-Con controllers included with Nintendo Switch (OLED model) are the same as the controllers currently available. It's not surprising, but nevertheless we thought it was worth clarifying this as we all know how speculation can be misleading online.
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Can you use other controllers on Switch without adapter?

You don't. Though both systems use Bluetooth, they use different handshake protocols to connect to their respective consoles. They don't know how to talk to each other. You need an adapter to interpret the signals properly.
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Can you connect a Pro controller to a Switch without a cord?

The Pro Controller can be connected to your Switch via cable or wirelessly.
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Can you play Switch games without controller?

You can play without them. The joycons are just an extra to connect the toy but you don't need it at all. I tried it once and left it.
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