What to do if your Joy-Cons break?

What to do if your Joy-Cons break?

Nintendo now even has a dedicated area of its support website for Joy-Con repair requests: just fill out the form and Nintendo will coordinate your return, confirm that the controllers have the issue, and either repair or replace the controllers.

Does Nintendo still fix Joy-Cons for free?

That means that even if your Joy-Cons have surpassed their warranty, Nintendo will still fix them for you. Several countries have been reaping the rewards of this process for some time now, such as North America, France, and Latin America.

Does Nintendo fix broken Joy-Cons?

For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process. (This repair will be for your non-working Joy-Con controller only and is available in the U.S. and Canada only.)

Does Gamestop fix Joy-Cons?

Is there anything wrong with it? 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.

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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.

Does Joy-Con repair cost money?

After pressure from several class-action lawsuits, Nintendo has started to offer free Joy-Con repairs through its customer service portal. The process is straightforward; fill out an online form (or call a customer service representative), mail out the equipment, and then wait.

How long will Nintendo fix Joy-Cons?

How long does a Joy-Con repair take? The general consensus indicates that Joy-Con repairs by Nintendo can take anywhere from 3 days to a month. If it turns out your Joy-Con issues aren't covered by Nintendo or you need it faster, we can help.

Why do Joy-Cons 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.

What causes stick drift?

The main natural cause for controller drift is dust and other debris. Things like food particles, pet fur, and dead skin can accumulate inside your controller and cause it to drift. The other reason your controller might start developing drift is natural wear and tear.

How long do Joy-Con 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.

Do new Joy-Cons drift?

It's been a problem ever since the Switch came out and still hasn't been fully fixed in the new OLED model (although Nintendo says it's made some “improvements”). 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.

Is Joy-Con Drift common?

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

Do Joy-Cons wear out?

The contacts are worn down: The joystick contacts can get worn down over time causing them to work improperly and detect input when none is actually given.

How much does it cost to replace Joy-Con joystick?

Today, Nintendo announced that it'll be permanently lowering the price on its replacement Joy-Con controllers. The company had been charging a premium to replace a broken or defective part of its unique Switch controllers, but now, pricing is being dropped to $40 from the original $50.

Can Best Buy fix broken controllers?

We can install or repair thousands of products, no matter where you bought them. We offer a 90-day workmanship guarantee on all Geek Squad repairs.

Does Best Buy replace broken items?

Damaged, defective or incorrect items

If you receive a product that is damaged in shipping, defective, or that is not the product you ordered, please return it during your return and exchange time period to Best Buy and we'll arrange for a replacement.

Does Geek Squad cover Joy-Con drift?

If you have any more questions, please connect with us! A: Hi there. Thank you for your great question! Our Geek Squad Protection that covers a Nintendo Switch would be able to cover a stick drift issue.

Has Nintendo responded to Joy-Con drift?

Nintendo's president issues first Joy-Con drift apology

However, Nintendo's president offered the company's first public Joy-Con drift apology during an investor Q&A in June 2020. “We apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers regarding Joy-Con controllers,” Shuntaro Furukawa said.

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.

Can you avoid stick drift?

The best way to prevent stick drift is to make sure the controller isn't passively exposed to stuff that might be floating in the air. Additionally, we recommend not snacking while gaming. While this may be tempting, you could get bits of food stuck in your control.

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.

Do Joy-Cons stop charging when full?

If the battery charge for the Joy-Con is approximately full, then it is normal for the Joy-Con to stop charging and the recharge LED will shut off. If the battery charge is not nearly full, and the recharge LED on the Charging Grip is not lit, the Joy-Con Charging Grip will need to be replaced.

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.

How many Joy-Cons is too many?

[Switch] How many controllers can I pair with my console at the same time? Regardless of controller type (Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, etc.), you can pair up to eight controllers with your Nintendo Switch console simultaneously.