Why do Joy-Cons get loose?

A slight wiggle is normal

Before trying to repair your controllers, there's an important disclaimer. 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.

Why wont my Joy-Con stay on my switch?

Delete the pairing information from the system and then pair the Joy-Con again. If the problem is still occurring, try the following: Reset the Joy-Con. Press the SYNC Button once, then press a button such as the A Button on the controller to power it on again.

How long should 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.

How do I stop my Nintendo Switch controller from moving?

Why is my controller joystick moving?

One is something as simple as low batteries. A more common cause is dust or debris inside your controller. Over time, that grime can build up and affect the electrical components. Analog stick drift can also be caused by damage to your controller, either from someone dropping it or excessive wear and tear.

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Will Nintendo repair Joy-Cons for free?

You will have to do without your Joy-Cons for a couple of weeks, but it is well worth the wait. The good news is that even if your Switch is not under warranty, because of the widespread nature of the Joy-Con drift problem, Nintendo provides free repairs.

Are Joy-Cons supposed to be slightly loose?

A slight wiggle is normal.

Do Joy-Cons charge while playing?

How to charge using the Charging Grip. If you want to play on the television while the Joy-Con controllers are charging, you'll need to get the Joy-Con Charging Grip. It's shaped identically to the standard Joy-Con Grip, but can connect to your Switch dock to continue charging the controllers while they're in use.

Are newer Joy-Cons better?

According to technology division director Ko Shiota, the Switch OLED has JoyCons that are more resistant to wear and tear than the original Switch models. "... The analog-stick parts have continuously been improved since launch, and we are still working on improvements,"Shiota said.

What causes joy 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.

How do I check my Joy-Con battery?

You can check how much battery your connected controllers have remaining under "Controllers" on the HOME Menu.

How long does it take for a Joy-Con to fully charge?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.

Do Joy-Cons charge without dock?

If the controllers and the console both need charge, you'll need to connect the whole thing to your power supply. You will have received a charger with your console, and you can either keep this in your dock or just use it like a traditional phone charger cable.

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.

How many sets of Joy-Cons do I need?

No. If you bought more joy cons you would have more people. It's set up out of the box to allow two people to okay assuming the game you bought is multi player. 2 or more people.

Do new Joy-Cons suffer from drift?

Drift has been a problem for Switch players since the first version of the console launched in 2017, and still persists across newer models, the Nintendo Switch Lite, OLED, and the latest versions of the Joy-Cons.

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.

Was Nintendo sued for Joy-Cons?

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 GameStop fix broken Joy-Cons?

Need your console or controller repaired? We can fix it! Just bring your eligible products into any GameStop store and we'll take care of the rest.

Why does my joystick move when I don't touch it?

If you find that your controller's thumbsticks are showing movement without being touched, your controller may need to be recalibrated.

How common is Joy-Con drift?

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

Can you use alcohol wipes on Joycons?

Dampen a soft clean cloth with water, wring it out to remove excess water, then gently wipe the product. If you need to disinfect your products: Lightly apply a consumer-grade disinfectant containing about 70% alcohol to a soft clean cloth and gently wipe the product.