Avoiding Switch2 Accessory Pitfalls: Top Picks & Common Dud Buys to Watch For

[Blowing kisses][Blowing kisses][Blowing kisses][Blowing kisses][Blowing kisses] First up is this adorable Kuromi-themed split-shell case—console and Joy-Cons each get their own stylish compartments. Gotta admit, it’s a total looker and the lightest option by far. While it docks without issues, don’t expect any ergonomic miracles.

[Facepalm][Facepalm][Facepalm][Facepalm][Facepalm] Here’s the shocker: Nintendo’s questionable craftsmanship strikes again! The kickstand had this tacky white film that I peeled off… only to discover the paint came along for the ride. Those glaring bare spots in Figure 4? Instant value drop. Should we applaud the industrial-strength adhesive or roast Nintendo’s bargain-bin paint job?

[Wink][Wink][Wink][Wink][Wink] Next contender is a clever one-piece design tackling the Switch 2’s awkward thinness. The star feature? A smart hinge mechanism that flips open for effortless Joy-Con removal. It’s got a rigid plastic body with comfy TPU grips, striking a decent weight balance.

[Exasperated sigh][Exasperated sigh][Exasperated sigh][Exasperated sigh] Docking works… at a cost. After just 10 minutes of *Pokémon Scarlet/Violet*, my console was choking worse than a Charizard in a sandstorm. Though let’s be real—Nintendo’s cooling system deserves most of the blame. 【⚠️Handheld mode warning: This case turns your fan into a jet engine⚠️】

[Disgusted][Disgusted][Disgusted][Disgusted][Disgusted] Third up: The Great Transparent Swindle. ⚠️Total rip-off alert⚠️ Seller played coy about materials—turns out it’s that flimsy, yellowing soft plastic that feels like day-old gum. Doesn’t dock, grips like a sweaty handshake.

[Sparkling eyes][Sparkling eyes][Sparkling eyes][Sparkling eyes] Now for the crown jewel—a sleek transparent black armor case. More like a premium hardcover than a case, it offers 360° protection (docking’s a no-go though). Carrying this bad boy feels like transporting secret tech—major cool points 😎😎😎😎. At 769g, it’s basically weight-training for gamers, rivaling the MSI Claw’s heft.

The Joy-Con connector (non-powered edition) was a letdown—magnets weaker than a kitten’s handshake and grip comfort that’s just meh.

Then came my expensive “oops” moment: splurging on official Joy-Cons before realizing my old ones worked fine. Four perfectly good controllers already in my drawer… face, meet palm.

The bundled Pro Controller? Solid performer, but nothing to write home about—it gets the job done like any decent third-party option.

[Smirking][Smirking][Smirking] Final verdict? Naked console + portable dock might be the way to go. Sometimes less really is more.