What is 1 Joy-Con?

Joy-Con are the primary game controllers for the Nintendo Switch video game console. They consist of two individual units, each containing an analog stick and an array of buttons.

Is One Joy-Con a controller?

Held vertically, the left and right Joy-Con can be used as a single unit. Held horizontally, each Joy-Con can be used as individual controllers.

How do you use one Joy-Con?

Open “Controller” in the HOME menu, and press both SL and SR buttons on the Joy-Con. This will register the Joy-Con as “horizontally held,” and you will be able to operate just with one Joy-Con.

Is one Joy-Con required per player?

Each player that joins the game will need either a full set of Joy-Con or one Pro Controller to play. There have been some people who believed It Takes Two could be played with one Joy-Con a piece, and that's sadly not the case.

How much is one 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.

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Do you need more than one Joy-Con?

Do I need to buy anything extra to play with my friends and family? You'll be able to play select games for up to two players with the included Joy-Con (one controller per person). You'll also be able to purchase extra controllers for multiplayer games for 3+ players.

How many Joy-Cons do I need?

The Switch comes with a pair of Joy-Con controllers in the box, either neon (blue on the left, red on the right) or gray. Each one can function as its own gamepad, but for multiplayer games like Arms, you'll want a second set of controllers — and they'll cost you a pretty penny.

Can you play Mario with one Joy-Con?

A: You only need one joy con to play, 4 joy cons for a full party and if you have another switch there are games that you can play that allow 2 but it's not required.

How many Joy-Cons do you get with a Switch?

In the box. The Switch comes with the console itself, the two Joycon controllers, two Joycon wrist straps (which attach to the sides of each controller, and also provide larger side buttons), the dock, the grip, a power adaptor and an HDMI cable.

Can you play all games with one Joy-Con?

It really depends on the game you are playing. Some games will require each player to have two Joy-Con, or a Pro Controller. Other games, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, allow each player to play with a single Joy-Con.

Can you play switch sports with 1 Joy-Con?

Which controllers and play styles are compatible with Nintendo Switch Sports? Depending on the sport selected, Nintendo Switch Sports supports paired Joy-Con controllers, single Joy-Con controllers, and Joy-Con + leg strap setups.

Can you charge one Joy-Con at a time?

Connect the controllers to a charging grip

If you want to play on a TV and charge your Joy-Con controllers at the same time, you need to buy a charging grip separately. You can connect this controller grip to your AC power unit, and it will charge the Joy-Cons even as you use them on another display.

Do Joy-Cons charge separately?

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).

How to go home with one Joy-Con?

If the game only supports 1 Joycon, to get back to the home screen, you have to turn the left one off with the Sync button then connect the right Joycon.

Do you need two sets of Joy-Cons for It Takes Two?

It Takes Two was designed purely for co-op so you'll need gear for two. Couch co-op requires either 2 joy cons or 2 gamepad controllers.

How many hours do Joy-Cons last?

When fully charged, the battery duration for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This can be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.

What comes with Joy-Cons?

Each Joy-Con has a full set of buttons and can act as a standalone controller, and each includes an accelerometer and gyro-sensor, making independent left and right motion control possible. Includes 1 Left Joy-Con, 1 Right Joy-Con, and 2 Black Joy-Con wrist strap accessories.

Do Joy-Cons work on any Switch?

Using your Joy-Con controllers with a different console

Each Joy-Con can only be paired to one console. This means that whenever you use a Joy-Con with a different console, you first need to pair it with that console.

How many Joy-Cons do I need for 2 players?

You can just use one joy con for two.

How do you charge Joy-Cons?

Attach the Joy-Con to the Joy-Con charging grip. Connect the Joy-Con charging grip to the Nintendo Switch dock using the USB cable that was included in the box, or connect it directly to the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002).

Why do we need Joy-Con?

They're two controllers that work together to behave as a single controller when connected to a special dock or on the sides of the console. The Joy-Con is special because, when detached, it can act as two separate controllers in multiplayer games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.

Can you charge Joy-Cons without a Switch?

Another common question is this: how do you charge a Switch controller without a Switch? The answer is to buy a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Charging Grip. That special version of the controller grip will allow you to keep playing without having to enter handheld mode.

Do Joy-Cons charge wirelessly?

The Joy-Con controllers fit inside the Wireless Charging Grip. The grip automatically receives power when placed within certain proximity to the transmitter.