Joy-Con#Joy-Con 2

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Joy-Con are distributed in pairs, designated as "Joy-Con L" and "Joy-Con R"{{efn|Officially stylized as Joy-Con (L) and Joy-Con (R) with parentheses|name=|group=}} respectively. They each measure {{convert|35.9 x 102 x 13.9|mm|in}}, and the Joy-Con L and R weigh {{convert|49|g|oz}} and {{convert|52.1|g|oz}}, respectively. When measured from the top of the analog stick to the tip of the ZL/ZR trigger it has an extreme depth of {{convert|28.4|mm|in}}.{{cite web|url=https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Nintendo-Switch/Specifications/Specifications-1176277.html|title=Specifications — Nintendo Switch — Nintendo|access-date=February 27, 2018|archive-date=July 9, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210709171641/https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Nintendo-Switch-Family/Specifications/Specifications-1176277.html|url-status=live}}{{Cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14255984/nintendo-switch-hardware-specifications-screen-resolution | title = Nintendo Switch has 32 GB storage, 720p touchscreen | first = Samit | last = Sarkar | date = January 13, 2017 | access-date = January 23, 2017 | work = Polygon | archive-date = January 14, 2017 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20170114194749/http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14255984/nintendo-switch-hardware-specifications-screen-resolution | url-status = live }}

Joy-Con can be attached to the sides of the Switch console via rails, or detached and used wirelessly—either as a pair (comparable to a Wii Remote and Nunchuk), or divided between two different players. Up to 8 Joy-Con can connect to a single Switch console at a time.{{cite web|title=Nintendo Switch uses detachable 'Joy-Con' controllers|url=http://www.polygon.com/2016/10/20/13345506/nintendo-switch-controller-joy-con|website=Polygon|publisher=Vox Media|access-date=March 7, 2017|date=October 20, 2016|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307205226/http://www.polygon.com/2016/10/20/13345506/nintendo-switch-controller-joy-con|url-status=live}}{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/12/14260790/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-features | title = Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controller does some amazing things | first = Michael | last = McWhertor | date = January 13, 2017 | access-date = January 13, 2017 | work = Polygon | archive-date = January 14, 2017 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20170114042825/http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/12/14260790/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-features | url-status = live }} The Joy-Con can be optionally attached to a "Joy-Con Grip" accessory, with or without charging capabilities, that convert the controllers to a more traditional gamepad-like form factor.{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2017-01-13-a-pair-of-nintendo-switch-joy-con-controllers-costs-75 | title = A pair of Nintendo Switch Joy-con controllers costs £75 | first = Wesley | last = Yin-Poole | date = January 13, 2017 | access-date = January 13, 2017 | work = Eurogamer | archive-date = January 14, 2017 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20170114002130/http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2017-01-13-a-pair-of-nintendo-switch-joy-con-controllers-costs-75 | url-status = live }}

When detached from the console, both Joy-Con units operate autonomously of each other, and communicate with the console via Bluetooth.{{cite web|title=Nintendo's Joy-Con controllers also work with Windows, Mac, and Android devices|url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/3/6/14826924/nintendo-joy-con-controllers-windows-macos-android-support|website=The Verge|access-date=March 7, 2017|date=March 6, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307203941/http://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/3/6/14826924/nintendo-joy-con-controllers-windows-macos-android-support|url-status=live}} Wrist strap attachments are provided, which are similarly installed by sliding them onto the controllers' rails. The strap attachments have a rounded shape and raised shoulder buttons to improve the ergonomics of the Joy-Con when used individually.{{cite web|title=Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con wrist straps have an annoying issue, but you can fix it|url=http://www.polygon.com/2017/2/27/14712498/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-wrist-strap|website=Polygon|publisher=Vox Media|access-date=March 7, 2017|date=February 27, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307203921/http://www.polygon.com/2017/2/27/14712498/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-wrist-strap|url-status=live}}{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14241898/nintendo-switch-details | title = Everything we know about Nintendo Switch | first = Allegra | last = Frank | date = January 13, 2017 | access-date = January 13, 2017 | work = Polygon | archive-date = January 14, 2017 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20170114042835/http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14241898/nintendo-switch-details | url-status = live }}

Joy-Con contain non-removable 3.7 volt 525 mAh 1.9 watt hour lithium-ion polymer batteries; they are charged when attached to a Switch console that itself is charging. A separate "charging grip" accessory allows the controllers to be charged in a gamepad configuration via USB-C.{{cite web|title=Here's how to charge the Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controller|url=http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14269692/nintendo-switch-controller-charger|website=Polygon|access-date=March 7, 2017|date=January 13, 2017|archive-date=January 15, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170115160007/http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14269692/nintendo-switch-controller-charger|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=Nintendo Switch's included Joy-Con Grip is not the same as $30 Charging Grip|url=http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/16/14285520/nintendo-switch-joy-con-charging-grip|website=Polygon|publisher=Vox Media|access-date=March 7, 2017|date=January 16, 2017|archive-date=February 16, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170216211934/http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/16/14285520/nintendo-switch-joy-con-charging-grip|url-status=live}} Nintendo released a Joy-Con AA battery pack attachment on June 16, 2017, which slide onto the Joy-Con similarly to the wrist strap attachments.{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2017/4/12/15279766/nintendo-switch-joy-con-neon-yellow-color-aa-battery-pack|title=Nintendo introduces new neon yellow Joy-Con color and controller battery pack|date=April 12, 2017|website=The Verge|access-date=April 14, 2017|archive-date=April 13, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170413063146/http://www.theverge.com/2017/4/12/15279766/nintendo-switch-joy-con-neon-yellow-color-aa-battery-pack|url-status=live}}

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Joy-Con can be obtained in various colors, either with the purchase of the Switch console or individually, both separately or as a pair. At launch, Joy-Con were available in slate gray, neon red R and neon blue L colors. Black Joy-Con are also issued with Switch development kits.{{Cite news|url=https://nintendotoday.com/black-nintendo-switch/|title=Developer reveals black Nintendo Switch, and it looks awesome - NintendoToday|date=January 31, 2017|work=NintendoToday|access-date=September 14, 2018|language=en-US|archive-date=November 12, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201112035635/https://nintendotoday.com/black-nintendo-switch/|url-status=live}} In mid-2017, Nintendo introduced neon yellow Joy-Con, released alongside Arms{{Cite web | url = https://www.theverge.com/2017/4/12/15279766/nintendo-switch-joy-con-neon-yellow-color-aa-battery-pack | title = Nintendo introduces new neon yellow Joy-Con color and controller battery pack | first = Nick | last = Statt | date = April 12, 2017 | access-date = April 12, 2017 | work = The Verge | archive-date = April 13, 2017 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20170413063146/http://www.theverge.com/2017/4/12/15279766/nintendo-switch-joy-con-neon-yellow-color-aa-battery-pack | url-status = live }} as well as neon green and neon pink Joy-Con which launched alongside Splatoon 2.{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/5/18/15657970/nintendo-switch-joy-con-splatoon-controller-colors|title=Nintendo is releasing neon pink-and-green Switch controllers for Splatoon 2|work=The Verge|last=Webster|first=Andrew|date=May 18, 2017|access-date=May 18, 2017|archive-date=November 12, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201112042633/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/5/18/15657970/nintendo-switch-joy-con-splatoon-controller-colors|url-status=live}} A pair of red Joy-Con were released as part of the Super Mario Odyssey bundle, except in Japan and Europe (My Nintendo Store only) where they are available standalone, which was released in October 2017.{{cite web|url=https://www.destructoid.com/there-s-a-super-mario-odyssey-switch-bundle-that-comes-with-two-red-joy-con-460922.phtml|title=There's a Super Mario Odyssey Switch bundle that comes with two red Joy-Con|work=Destructoid|last=Makedonski|first=Brett|date=September 13, 2017|access-date=September 16, 2017|archive-date=November 12, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201112004423/https://www.destructoid.com/there-s-a-super-mario-odyssey-switch-bundle-that-comes-with-two-red-joy-con-460922.phtml|url-status=live}} An exclusive Nintendo Labo Joy-Con design, light brown in color, was released in 2018. It was exclusively available to winners of the Nintendo Labo Creators Contest.{{Cite web|url=https://labo.nintendo.com/share/#!/contest/|title=My Nintendo - Nintendo Labo Creators Contest – Nintendo Labo Official Site|website=Nintendo|access-date=August 8, 2018|archive-date=March 16, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210316043402/https://labo.nintendo.com/share/#!/contest/|url-status=live}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2018-06-27-just-look-at-nintendos-official-cardboard-themed-nintendo-switch|title=Just look at Nintendo's official cardboard-themed Nintendo Switch|work=Eurogamer.net|access-date=October 30, 2018|language=en|archive-date=November 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109102259/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2018-06-27-just-look-at-nintendos-official-cardboard-themed-nintendo-switch|url-status=live}}

In July 2018, Hori, a video game peripheral company, released a dark blue left Joy-Con featuring a classic D-pad in lieu of directional buttons. The controller lacked features such as HD rumble, SL and SR buttons, gyroscope, and wireless connectivity standard to Nintendo-produced Joy-Con, forcing its users to be restricted to handheld mode.{{Cite news|url=https://www.polygon.com/2018/3/22/17152066/left-joy-con-d-pad-nintendo-switch-horilang=en|title=Hori is making a left Joy-Con with a D-pad — with several catches|access-date=February 19, 2019|archive-date=July 9, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230709031159/https://www.polygon.com/2018/3/22/17152066/left-joy-con-d-pad-nintendo-switch-hori|url-status=live}} This was notably the first officially licensed Joy-Con to be released by a third-party company. Two more officially licensed D-pad variants featuring The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey themes were later released by Hori in September 2018.{{Cite news|url=http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/07/horis_mario_and_zelda_themed_d-pad_joy-con_limited_to_handheld_mode_arrives_locally_this_september|title=Hori's Mario And Zelda Themed D-Pad Joy-Con Limited To Handheld Mode Arrives Locally This September|access-date=February 20, 2019|archive-date=February 20, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190220122711/http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/07/horis_mario_and_zelda_themed_d-pad_joy-con_limited_to_handheld_mode_arrives_locally_this_september|url-status=live}} Joy-Con colors based on Eevee and Pikachu's color schemes were released alongside Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! on November 16, 2018, as part of the Switch bundle for the games,{{Cite news|url=https://www.polygon.com/2018/9/10/17840800/pokemon-lets-go-nintendo-switch-bundle|title=Pokémon: Let's Go! receives adorable special-edition Switch|work=Polygon|access-date=October 10, 2018|archive-date=November 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109031747/https://www.polygon.com/2018/9/10/17840800/pokemon-lets-go-nintendo-switch-bundle|url-status=live}} and Hori released a fourth D-pad Joy-Con variant featuring a Pikachu theme on the same day.{{Cite news|url=http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/10/hori_releasing_pikachu_themed_d-pad_joy-con_on_16th_november|title=Hori Releasing Pikachu Themed D-Pad Joy-Con On 16th November|access-date=February 20, 2019|archive-date=February 20, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190220181415/http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/10/hori_releasing_pikachu_themed_d-pad_joy-con_on_16th_november|url-status=live}} Gray Joy-Con variants featuring a silver Super Smash Bros. series cross logo became available for pre-order alongside Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on November 2, 2018, and were later released on December 7, 2018, as part of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Switch bundle.{{Cite news|url=https://twitter.com/nintendoamerica/status/1040368323614011393?lang=en|title=New bundle approaching! This upcoming bundle will include a #NintendoSwitch system, Super #SmashBrosUltimate branded Joy-Con controllers and dock, as well as a download code for the game. Available 11/2.|access-date=February 19, 2019|archive-date=March 9, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210309052513/https://twitter.com/nintendoamerica/status/1040368323614011393?lang=en|url-status=live}}

In July 2019, Nintendo announced that the neon purple and neon orange Joy-Con would be released on October 4, 2019, as well as the blue and neon yellow Joy-Con.{{cite news |title=Customize your #NintendoSwitch even more with these new Joy-Con colors – Blue/Neon Yellow and Neon Purple/Neon Orange. Available beginning 10/4 for $79.99. #MyWayToPlay |url=https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1151461807132938240 |access-date=July 17, 2019 |archive-date=February 19, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210219004544/https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1151461807132938240 |url-status=live }} Ultramarine blue Joy-Con launched alongside Dragon Quest XI S in Japan on September 27, 2019, as part of the Dragon Quest XI S Loto Edition Switch bundle.{{Cite web |date=June 13, 2019 |title=Dragon Quest XI S Is Getting A Lovely Switch Hardware Bundle In Japan |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/06/dragon_quest_xi_s_is_getting_a_lovely_switch_hardware_bundle_in_japan |access-date=October 21, 2022 |website=Nintendo Life |language=en-GB |archive-date=October 21, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221021164624/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/06/dragon_quest_xi_s_is_getting_a_lovely_switch_hardware_bundle_in_japan |url-status=live }} Pink and mulberry Tsum Tsum Joy-Con launched alongside Disney Tsum Tsum Festival in Japan on October 10, 2019, as part of the Disney Tsum Tsum Festival Switch bundle.{{Cite web|last=Byford|first=Sam|date=July 25, 2019|title=Nintendo announces Disney-themed Switch for Japan|url=https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/25/20727069/nintendo-switch-disney-tsum-tsum-edition-announced|access-date=October 21, 2022|website=The Verge|language=en|archive-date=October 21, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221021164609/https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/25/20727069/nintendo-switch-disney-tsum-tsum-edition-announced|url-status=live}} Gray Joy-Con variants with a thunderbolt symbol on the left and a Pikachu silhouette on the right were released in Japan on November 29, 2019, as part of the Thunderbolt Project Switch bundle.{{Cite web |last=Iggy |date=December 7, 2019 |title=First Photos Of The Really Rare Nintendo Switch Thunderbolt Project Set |url=https://nintendosoup.com/first-photos-of-the-really-rare-nintendo-switch-thunderbolt-project-set/ |access-date=October 24, 2022 |website=NintendoSoup |language=en-US |archive-date=October 23, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221023135334/https://nintendosoup.com/first-photos-of-the-really-rare-nintendo-switch-thunderbolt-project-set/ |url-status=live }}

Medium aquamarine and sky blue Joy-Con became available for pre-order alongside Animal Crossing: New Horizons on March 13, 2020, and were later released on March 20, 2020, as part of the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch bundle.{{Cite web|url=https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1223035247098384385|title=A #NintendoSwitch system inspired by #AnimalCrossing: New Horizons is on the way!|date=January 30, 2020|website=Twitter|language=en|access-date=October 21, 2022|archive-date=August 19, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220819093716/https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1223035247098384385|url-status=live}} Sunglow yellow and French blue Joy-Con were released as part of two Fortnite bundles; the sunglow yellow Joy-Con L and French blue Joy-Con R were released on October 6, 2020, in Europe and November 6, 2020, in Australia and New Zealand as part of the Fortnite special edition Switch bundle,{{Cite web |last=Byford |first=Sam |date=September 10, 2020 |title=Fortnite special edition Nintendo Switch announced for Europe |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/10/21430290/fortnite-special-edition-nintendo-switch-announced-release-date |access-date=February 28, 2022 |website=The Verge |language=en |archive-date=October 21, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221021164610/https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/10/21430290/fortnite-special-edition-nintendo-switch-announced-release-date |url-status=live }} and the French blue Joy-Con L and sunglow yellow Joy-Con R were released as part of the Fortnite - Fleet Force bundle on June 4, 2021.{{Cite web |last=Reed |first=Chris |date=March 17, 2021 |title=Fortnite Fleet Force Bundle Joy-Con Are Available for Preorder |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/fortnite-fleet-force-bundle-joy-con-are-available-for-preorder |access-date=October 21, 2022 |website=IGN |language=en |archive-date=October 21, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221021164610/https://www.ign.com/articles/fortnite-fleet-force-bundle-joy-con-are-available-for-preorder |url-status=live }}

Red Mario Joy-Con launched on January 12, 2021, as part of the Mario Red & Blue Edition-themed Switch bundle.{{Cite web|title=Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite: list of all the models, packs, Limited Editions, etc.|url=https://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/nintendo-switch-list-of-all-the-models-packs-limited-editions-etc/|access-date=October 21, 2022|archive-date=October 21, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221021164611/https://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/nintendo-switch-list-of-all-the-models-packs-limited-editions-etc/|url-status=live}} Gray Joy-Con variants featuring silver and gold Monster Hunter Rise artwork were released on March 26, 2021, as part of the Monster Hunter Rise Switch bundle.{{cite web | url = https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-01-27-heres-the-monster-hunter-rise-nintendo-switch-console | title = Here's the Monster Hunter Rise Nintendo Switch console | first = Tom | last = Phillips | date = January 27, 2021 | work = Eurogamer | access-date = October 21, 2022 | archive-date = February 26, 2021 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210226032237/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-01-27-heres-the-monster-hunter-rise-nintendo-switch-console | url-status = live }} A blue Joy-Con pair themed after the Master Sword and Hylian Shield from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD was released alongside the game on July 16, 2021.{{Cite web |author=Romano, Sal |date=February 17, 2021 |title=The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword coming to Nintendo Switch |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2021/02/the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-hd-announced-for-switch |access-date=October 21, 2022 |website=Gematsu |archive-date=February 25, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210225134831/https://www.gematsu.com/2021/02/the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-hd-announced-for-switch |url-status=live }} White Joy-Con were released on October 8, 2021, as part of the white Nintendo Switch – OLED Model bundle.{{cite web | url = https://www.polygon.com/22166494/nintendo-switch-pro-4k-release-date-price-specs | title = Nintendo announces new Nintendo Switch model with OLED screen | first = Michael | last = McWhertor | date = July 6, 2021 | access-date = October 21, 2022 | work = Polygon | archive-date = October 29, 2021 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20211029205207/https://www.polygon.com/22166494/nintendo-switch-pro-4k-release-date-price-specs | url-status = live }} Blue and neon yellow Joy-Con variants with artwork themed after Splatoon 3 became available to pre-order alongside Splatoon 3 on August 26, 2022, and were later released on September 9, 2022, as part of the Splatoon 3 Switch – OLED Model bundle.{{Cite web |title=Nintendo Switch – OLED Model Inspired by Splatoon 3 Coming to Stores on Aug. 26 - News - Nintendo Official Site |url=https://www.nintendo.com/en-ca/whatsnew/nintendo-switch-oled-model-inspired-by-splatoon-3-coming-to-stores-on-aug-26/ |access-date=October 21, 2022 |website=www.nintendo.com |language=en-ca |archive-date=October 21, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221021164609/https://www.nintendo.com/en-ca/whatsnew/nintendo-switch-oled-model-inspired-by-splatoon-3-coming-to-stores-on-aug-26/ |url-status=live }} Dark red and purple Joy-Con variants with artwork themed after Pokémon Scarlet and Violet were available to pre-order alongside Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on November 4, 2022, and were later released on November 18, 2022, as part of the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Switch – OLED Model bundle.{{Cite web |last=Leston |first=Ryan |date=September 7, 2022 |title=Pokémon Scarlet & Violet are Getting a Special Edition Switch OLED |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/pokemon-scarlet-violet-special-edition-switch-oled |access-date=September 9, 2022 |website=IGN |language=en |archive-date=September 9, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220909194507/https://www.ign.com/articles/pokemon-scarlet-violet-special-edition-switch-oled |url-status=live }}

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In December 2018, Nintendo also released two Joy-Con variants with designs resembling classic Nintendo Entertainment System and Nintendo Famicom controllers, available exclusively to individuals with an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription. The Famicom variants were only available to Nintendo Switch Online members in Japan. These variants were designed to be used specifically with the library of classic Nintendo titles available through the Nintendo Switch Online service, as well as with select modern Switch titles.{{Cite news|url=https://nintendosoup.com/official-famicom-switch-controllers-now-available-for-purchase/|title=OFFICIAL FAMICOM SWITCH CONTROLLERS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE|access-date=February 20, 2019|archive-date=March 5, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210305224737/https://nintendosoup.com/official-famicom-switch-controllers-now-available-for-purchase/|url-status=live}} Both are notable for heavily deviating from the normal Joy-Con design, instead being taller and more rectangular in shape, having fewer buttons than standard Joy-Con, and, in the case of the Famicom variants, featuring a working microphone in the right controller.{{Cite news|title=Nintendo Hardware|url=https://www.nintendo.co.jp/hardware/switch/onlineservice/specialoffer/fc_controller/img/img-spec-02.jpg|access-date=February 20, 2019|archive-date=December 14, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201214201659/https://www.nintendo.co.jp/hardware/switch/onlineservice/specialoffer/fc_controller/img/img-spec-02.jpg|url-status=live}}{{Clear}}

Notes

:Not all colors or L/R variants are available in all regions.

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The feature set of the Joy-Con was partially inspired by feedback from players using the Wii Remote, according to Nintendo's Shinya Takahashi. After releasing games that heavily used the Wii Remote with the Wii, such as Wii Sports and Wii Fit, players had asked for different design features, such as having a smaller form factor, or being able to be strapped to a part of the body. Nintendo envisioned what benefits towards innovative design and gameplay could come from a smaller form factor, which led to the idea of a console that could be portable, controlled through these smaller controllers. This became the fundamental principle of the Switch, and directly into the Joy-Con design.{{cite web | url = https://www.gamedeveloper.com/game-platforms/the-nintendo-switch-joy-cons-and-even-labo-are-the-result-of-wii-era-feedback | title = The Nintendo Switch, Joy-Cons, and even Labo are the result of Wii-era feedback | first = Alissa | last = McAloon | date = February 9, 2018 | access-date = February 9, 2018 | work = Gamasutra | archive-date = March 8, 2021 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210308160638/https://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/314530/The_Nintendo_Switch_JoyCons_and_even_Labo_are_the_result_of_Wiiera_feedback.php | url-status = live }}

Each controller contains a clickable analog stick, four face buttons, two top buttons, two side buttons accessible when detached (which become shoulder buttons when held horizontally) and designated as {{key press|SL}} and {{key press|SR}}, a {{key press|+}} or {{key press|-}} button, a SYNC button, and player indicator LEDs. Joy-Con L contains directional buttons, a {{key press|-}} button, top buttons designated as {{key press|L}} and {{key press|ZL}}, and a capture button, which enables the player to upload screenshots to social media. In an update released on October 18, 2017, the capture button is also able to record up to 30 seconds of gameplay when held down for a second. Joy-Con R contains {{key press|A}}, {{key press|B}}, {{key press|X}}, and {{key press|Y}} buttons, a {{key press|+}} button, top buttons designated as {{key press|R}} and {{key press|ZR}}, and a HOME button.

Each Joy-Con contains an accelerometer and gyroscope, which can be used for motion tracking.{{cite web|title=Nintendo's Joy-Con controllers are insane|url=https://www.cnet.com/news/nintendo-joy-con-switch-controllers-announced/|website=CNET|publisher=CBS Interactive|access-date=March 7, 2017|archive-date=March 10, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170310193659/https://www.cnet.com/news/nintendo-joy-con-switch-controllers-announced/|url-status=live}} Games can support using the Joy-Con for pointing controls similar to the Wii Remote while detached without the need of a sensor bar.{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2017/3/16/14947750/nintendo-switch-world-of-goo-controls-wii | title = Nintendo Switch's World of Goo shows off system's Wii-style pointer controls | first = Ben | last = Kuchera | date = March 16, 2017 | access-date = March 16, 2017 | work = Polygon | archive-date = March 17, 2017 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20170317233707/http://www.polygon.com/2017/3/16/14947750/nintendo-switch-world-of-goo-controls-wii | url-status = live }} Joy-Con R contains an infrared depth tracking sensor, which can read objects and motions held in front of it; as an example of its functionality, Nintendo stated that the sensor could distinguish between the hand shapes of rock paper scissors.{{cite web|title=Nintendo's Joy Con controller contains motion tracking camera, other tricks|url=https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2017/01/nintendos-joy-con-controller-contains-motion-tracking-camera-other-tricks/|website=Ars Technica|access-date=March 7, 2017|date=January 13, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307203958/https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2017/01/nintendos-joy-con-controller-contains-motion-tracking-camera-other-tricks/|url-status=live}} Joy-Con R also contains a near-field communication reader for use with Amiibo.{{cite news|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/10/20/nintendo-confirms-amiibo-support-for-nintendo-switch-clarifies-additional-features|title=Nintendo Confirms Amiibo Support for Nintendo Switch, Clarifies Additional Features|date=October 20, 2016|work=IGN|access-date=October 20, 2016|author=Rad, Chloi|archive-date=October 21, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161021073054/http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/10/20/nintendo-confirms-amiibo-support-for-nintendo-switch-clarifies-additional-features|url-status=live}}

The Joy-Con contain a haptic feedback engine known as "HD Rumble", which was developed in partnership with Immersion Corporation. Nintendo stated that the system could generate fine tactile feedback, such as the sensation of individual ice cubes and water in a glass.{{cite web|title=Meet the minds behind Nintendo Switch's HD Rumble tech|url=http://www.techradar.com/news/meet-the-minds-behind-nintendo-switchs-hd-rumble-tech|website=Techradar|date=February 7, 2017|access-date=March 7, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307203822/http://www.techradar.com/news/meet-the-minds-behind-nintendo-switchs-hd-rumble-tech|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=Nintendo's HD Rumble will be the best unused Switch feature of 2017|url=https://www.engadget.com/2017/01/13/nintendos-hd-rumble-will-be-the-best-unused-switch-feature-of-2/|website=Engadget|date=January 13, 2017 |access-date=March 7, 2017|archive-date=February 1, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170201125543/https://www.engadget.com/2017/01/13/nintendos-hd-rumble-will-be-the-best-unused-switch-feature-of-2/|url-status=live}}

It was discovered shortly after public release that Joy-Con can connect to and be used with other Bluetooth-enabled personal computers and mobile devices. Official Joy-Con support was also added to iPhones and iPads as part of the iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 updates.{{cite news |last1=Warren |first1=Tom |title=iOS 16 supports Nintendo's Switch Pro and Joy-Con controllers |url=https://www.theverge.com/2022/6/7/23157642/apple-ios-16-nintendo-switch-pro-joy-con-controller-support |access-date=June 7, 2022 |work=The Verge |date=June 7, 2022 |language=en |archive-date=June 7, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220607090448/https://www.theverge.com/2022/6/7/23157642/apple-ios-16-nintendo-switch-pro-joy-con-controller-support |url-status=live }}

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With the announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2 on January 16, 2025, a new Joy-Con design was revealed. The Joy-Con 2 are bigger, had easier-to-push buttons, and a new color palette. One notable new feature is the ability to snap in the Joy-Con 2 using magnets, eliminating the need to slide it in.{{Cite web |title=Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo - Official Site |url=https://www.nintendo.com/successor/en-us/index.html |access-date=January 17, 2025 |website=Nintendo.com |language=en-US}}

Besides being larger to match the larger console, they attach magnetically by snapping to the sides rather than using a rail system. They are removed using a small button on the Joy-Con 2 that causes a cylinder in the Joy-Con 2 to extend and push off from the main unit.{{Cite web |last=Davis |first=Wes |date=April 2, 2025 |title=Here's everything Nintendo has revealed about the Switch 2's Joy-Cons |url=https://www.theverge.com/news/642024/nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers-mouse-magnetic-attach-c-button |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250402183502/https://www.theverge.com/news/642024/nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers-mouse-magnetic-attach-c-button |archive-date=April 2, 2025 |access-date=April 2, 2025 |website=The Verge |language=en-US}} Nintendo stated that their analog sticks would be larger, smoother, and more durable; reports indicated that they would use hall effect sensors, which would address the drift issues that the original models had due to dust collecting within the analog system.{{Cite Q|Q131868494|access-date=January 24, 2025}} However, these reports were later proven false in April 2025, confirming that the analog sticks of the Joy-Con 2 would not use hall effect sensors.{{Cite web |date=April 7, 2025 |title=It's Official, Switch 2 Joy-Con Will Not Feature Hall Effect Sticks |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/04/its-official-switch-2-joy-con-will-not-feature-hall-effect-sticks |access-date=April 7, 2025 |website=Nintendo Life |language=en-GB |quote="Well, the Joy-Con 2's controllers have been designed from the ground up. They're not Hall Effect sticks, but they feel really good."}}

The SL and SR buttons have been enlarged, and a new "C" button is present on the right Joy-Con 2 to activate the new "GameChat" feature. The controllers are also able to be used like a computer mouse in supported games by sliding them on their side. Both Joy-Con 2 controllers have a 500mAh battery that is estimated to last 20 hours. The controllers are recharged when connected to the console or by using a third-party charging dock or grip.{{Cite web |title=Nintendo Switch 2 Tech Specs - Nintendo US |url=https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/tech-specs/#joycon2 |access-date=April 3, 2025 |website=www.nintendo.com |language=en-US}}{{primary source inline|date=April 2025}} The infrared sensor from the first-generation Joy-Con have been removed.

Prior to the public release of Nintendo Switch, various video gaming websites reported that the controllers—most commonly the Joy-Con L—were susceptible to connection losses when used wirelessly. It was initially unknown whether these problems were the result of an interference issue, or caused by the pre-launch software on review units.{{cite web|title=Nintendo Switch Joy-Con connection issue sparks concern ahead of launch|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2017-02-24-concerns-for-nintendo-switch-joy-con-connectivity-after-reviewers-report-controller-issue|website=Eurogamer|date=February 24, 2017|access-date=March 7, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307203758/http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2017-02-24-concerns-for-nintendo-switch-joy-con-connectivity-after-reviewers-report-controller-issue|url-status=live}} A Nintendo spokesperson stated to Polygon that the company would "continue to monitor the performance of Nintendo Switch hardware and software, and make improvements when necessary". The company posted guidance on its support website for minimizing Bluetooth signal interference, including recommendations that the Switch console be placed away from other wireless-enabled devices.{{cite web|title=Nintendo suggests Switch Joy-Con issues caused by interference (update)|url=http://www.polygon.com/2017/3/3/14809324/nintendo-switch-joy-con-issues-interference|website=Polygon|date=March 3, 2017|access-date=March 7, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307123911/http://www.polygon.com/2017/3/3/14809324/nintendo-switch-joy-con-issues-interference|url-status=live}} On March 22, 2017, Nintendo confirmed that the interference issues were caused by a "manufacturing variant" in a small number of Joy-Con from early production runs, and that the company would allow owners to send in their affected Joy-Con for repairs free-of-charge.{{cite web|title=Nintendo: Left Joy-Con issue has been fixed on future Switch consoles|url=http://www.polygon.com/2017/3/22/15027770/nintendo-switch-left-joy-con-fixed|website=Polygon|date=March 22, 2017|access-date=March 23, 2017|archive-date=March 23, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170323233052/http://www.polygon.com/2017/3/22/15027770/nintendo-switch-left-joy-con-fixed|url-status=live}}

On launch, it was reported that the wrist strap attachments for the Joy-Con were hard to detach from the controllers. It was also reported that a wrist strap could easily be attached to the Joy-Con incorrectly and become difficult to remove.{{cite web|title=Nintendo Switch is safer without its safety straps|url=https://www.cnet.com/news/nintendo-switch-joy-con-wrist-strap-hard-to-pull-apart/|website=CNET|publisher=CBS Interactive|access-date=March 7, 2017|archive-date=March 7, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170307124345/https://www.cnet.com/news/nintendo-switch-joy-con-wrist-strap-hard-to-pull-apart/|url-status=live}}

One of the more common issues to be found with the Joy-Con is joystick drift. This issue occurs when dust or other small particles come in contact with the internal sensors of the analog stick. A common remedy for this issue is to apply compressed air or contact cleaner under the rubber skirt of the joystick.{{cite web|title=How to fix controller drift on your Joy-Cons|url=https://www.imore.com/how-fix-controller-drift-your-joy-cons|website=iMore|access-date=March 28, 2019|archive-date=March 29, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190329234637/https://www.imore.com/how-fix-controller-drift-your-joy-cons|url-status=live}} Nintendo repairs this issue for free if under warranty, but the cost of repair for an out of warranty Joy-Con could be over 40 United States dollars according to many reports on the topic. The high price of repair leads many to buy an entirely new Joy-Con as they only cost slightly more than a repair, a single being $49.99 and a set of two $79.99.{{cite web|title=The pricing on Nintendo Switch accessories is a bad, bad joke|url=https://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14261342/nintendo-switch-extra-controller-price-terrible|website=Polygon|date=January 13, 2017|access-date=March 28, 2019|archive-date=March 29, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190329234632/https://www.polygon.com/2017/1/13/14261342/nintendo-switch-extra-controller-price-terrible|url-status=live}} In response to increased complaints and potential legal action for the drift issue, Nintendo stated that they were aware of the frequent reports, but did not offer immediate advice outside of contacting their technical support lines.{{cite web | url = https://kotaku.com/nintendo-responds-to-sufferers-of-joy-con-drift-1836614170 | title = Nintendo Responds To Sufferers Of Joy-Con Drift | first = Gita | last = Jackson | date = July 22, 2019 | access-date = July 22, 2019 | work = Kotaku | archive-date = July 23, 2019 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190723002615/https://kotaku.com/nintendo-responds-to-sufferers-of-joy-con-drift-1836614170 | url-status = live }} On July 23, 2019, three days after the filing of a class action lawsuit, an internal Nintendo memo was leaked; the memo instructed the firm's customer service employees in North America to start offering repairs for drifting Joy-Con controllers for free, regardless of warranty status.{{cite web | url = https://www.vice.com/en/article/internal-nintendo-memo-instructs-customer-service-to-fix-joy-con-drift-for-free/ | title = Internal Nintendo Memo Instructs Customer Service to Fix 'Joy-Con Drift' for Free | first = Patrick | last = Klepek | date = July 23, 2019 | access-date = August 9, 2019 | work = Vice Games | archive-date = July 24, 2019 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190724000852/https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/8xzzva/internal-nintendo-memo-instructs-customer-service-to-fix-joy-con-drift-for-free | url-status = live }}

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa issued a public apology from the company for the drift problem as part of an investors' meeting in June 2020, stating "We apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers regarding Joy-Con controllers. We are continuing to improve our products", but could not comment further due to ongoing legal cases related to the controllers.{{cite web | url = https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendos-president-issues-first-joy-con-drift-apology/ | title = Nintendo's president issues first Joy-Con drift apology | first = Andy | last = Robinson | date = June 30, 2020 | access-date = December 7, 2020 | work = Video Games Chronicle | archive-date = December 7, 2020 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20201207235431/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendos-president-issues-first-joy-con-drift-apology/ | url-status = live }}

With the release of the OLED revision of the Switch in October 2021, Nintendo said that the new Joy-Con design should reduce the drift problem but they did not expect that they could ever eliminate the drift as it is an issue related to wear from long-term usage. The new design of the joysticks in the OLED Joy-Con were made to reduce how much wear occurs to make them more durable but the company still anticipates drifting could still occur.{{cite web | url = https://www.polygon.com/22688586/nintendo-switch-oled-joy-con-drift-controllers | title = Nintendo says new OLED Switch has 'improved' Joy-Cons — but drift still persists | first = Nicole | last = Carpenter | date = October 8, 2021 | accessdate = October 8, 2021 | work = Polygon | archive-date = October 8, 2021 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20211008132325/https://www.polygon.com/22688586/nintendo-switch-oled-joy-con-drift-controllers | url-status = live }}

In August 2017, Los Angeles-based tablet peripheral manufacturer Gamevice filed a lawsuit against Nintendo in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, alleging that the design of the Joy-Con controllers conflicts with its patent on the design for the Wikipad, an Android-based gaming device that also features a tablet with a detachable controller. The lawsuit sought damages on existing Switch sales and banning further sales of the console.{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2017/08/11/nintendo-faces-lawsuit-over-switch-controllers/?sr_source=Twitter|title=Nintendo faces lawsuit over the Switch's detachable controllers|last=Fingas|first=Jon|date=August 11, 2017|work=Engadget|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170811142824/https://www.engadget.com/2017/08/11/nintendo-faces-lawsuit-over-switch-controllers/?sr_source=Twitter|archive-date=August 11, 2017|url-status=live|access-date=August 11, 2017}} The lawsuit was voluntarily dismissed by Gamevice on October 23, 2017.{{cite web|url=https://insight.rpxcorp.com/lit/cacdce-686108-gamevice-v-nintendo|title=Gamevice, Inc. v. Nintendo Co., Ltd. et al|publisher=RPX Corporation|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170919115337/https://insight.rpxcorp.com/lit/cacdce-686108-gamevice-v-nintendo|archive-date=September 19, 2017|url-status=live|access-date=January 25, 2018}}

However, in March 2018, Gamevice initiated a second patent infringement lawsuit on Nintendo related to a different set of patents. Gamevice also sought action through the United States International Trade Commission related to patent infringement under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, and was seeking to block imports of the Switch into the United States.{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2018/05/01/nintendo-switch-wikipad-gamevice-import-investigation-patent/|title=Nintendo faces Switch patent infringement investigation in the US|last=Conduit|first=Jessica|date=May 1, 2018|website=Engadget|access-date=May 1, 2018|archive-date=July 9, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230709031149/https://www.engadget.com/2018-05-01-nintendo-switch-wikipad-gamevice-import-investigation-patent.html|url-status=live}}{{cite web|url=https://www.polygon.com/2018/5/6/17324594/nintendo-switch-sued-patent-infringement-gamevice|title=Nintendo sued by peripheral maker alleging Switch design infringes patents|last=Good|first=Owen|date=May 6, 2018|website=Polygon|access-date=May 6, 2018|archive-date=May 6, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180506191539/https://www.polygon.com/2018/5/6/17324594/nintendo-switch-sued-patent-infringement-gamevice|url-status=live}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2018/er0501ll939.htm|title=USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Portable Gaming Console Systems with Attachable Handheld Controllers and Components Thereof {{!}} USITC|website=www.usitc.gov|language=en|access-date=September 1, 2018|archive-date=September 1, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180901215648/https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2018/er0501ll939.htm|url-status=live}}

Two class action lawsuits were filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington in July 2019 and September 2019 over the Joy-Con drift issue. The first suit alleges that Nintendo is well aware of the defect but does not "disclose the defect and routinely refuses to repair the joysticks without charge";{{cite web | url = https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendo-faces-lawsuit-over-drifting-joy-con-issue/ | title = Nintendo faces lawsuit over 'drifting' Switch Joy-Cons | first = Andy | last = Robinson | date = July 20, 2019 | access-date = July 20, 2019 | work = Video Games Chronicle | archive-date = July 20, 2019 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190720143600/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendo-faces-lawsuit-over-drifting-joy-con-issue/ | url-status = live }} the second suit alleges that the Joy-Con controllers are defective. It asserts claims for breach of warranty, fraud, and violations of numerous state consumer protection statutes.{{cite web | url = https://chimicles.com/chimicles-schwartz-kriner-donaldson-smith-llp-appointed-interim-co-lead-counsel-files-amended-complaint-in-nintendo-switch-joy-con-litigation/ | title = Chimicles Schwartz Kriner & Donaldson-Smith LLP Appointed Interim Co-Lead Counsel, Files Amended Complaint in Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Litigation | work = Chimicles Schwartz Kriner & Donaldson-Smith LLP | date = September 27, 2019 | access-date = September 28, 2019 | archive-date = September 29, 2019 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190929001156/https://chimicles.com/chimicles-schwartz-kriner-donaldson-smith-llp-appointed-interim-co-lead-counsel-files-amended-complaint-in-nintendo-switch-joy-con-litigation/ | url-status = live }} The court refused to dismiss the suits, and as of October 2020, are currently under arbitration hearings.

Two additional class action lawsuits were filed in October and November 2020 in the United States, respectively in the Northern California District Court and in the Western Washington District Court. Both suits allege Nintendo of having defective manufacturing processes for the Joy-Con, even after the company apologized for the problem, as the primary clients in both cases has purchased multiple Joy-Con but found the drift occurred over time in each set purchased.{{cite magazine | url = https://www.wired.com/story/nintendo-joy-con-lawsuit/ | title = A Literal Child and His Mom Sue Nintendo Over 'Joy-Con Drift' | first = Cecilia |last = D'anastasio | date = October 5, 2020 | access-date = December 7, 2020 | magazine = Wired}}{{cite web | url = https://www.polygon.com/2020/11/17/21572381/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-drift-class-action-lawsuit | title = Another Joy-Con drift class action lawsuit filed against Nintendo | first = Nicole | last = Carpenter | date = November 17, 2020 | access-date = December 7, 2020 | work = Polygon | archive-date = December 9, 2020 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20201209232200/https://www.polygon.com/2020/11/17/21572381/nintendo-switch-joy-con-controller-drift-class-action-lawsuit | url-status = live }} At least one of the lawsuits was dismissed in February 2023, as the judge ruled that the EULA for the Nintendo Switch required users to go through arbitration instead of lawsuits to resolve matters.{{cite web | url = https://www.eurogamer.net/american-judge-dismisses-switch-joy-con-drift-lawsuit | title = American judge dismisses Switch Joy-Con drift lawsuit | first = Vikki | last = Blake | date = February 5, 2023 | accessdate = February 5, 2023 | work = Eurogamer | archive-date = February 5, 2023 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20230205141036/https://www.eurogamer.net/american-judge-dismisses-switch-joy-con-drift-lawsuit | url-status = live }}

The French consumer group UFC-Que Choisir filed a lawsuit against Nintendo in September 2020 alleging that the Joy-Con were designed with planned obsolescence intended to fail or break due to the drift issue and other factors. The suit seeks to compel Nintendo to change its manufacturing process to improve the durability of the Joy-Con.{{cite web | url = https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/a-new-joy-con-drift-lawsuit-accuses-nintendo-of-creating-a-product-designed-to-break/ | title = Tom | last = Ivan | date = September 23, 2020 | access-date = December 7, 2020 | work = Video Games Chronicle | archive-date = December 7, 2020 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20201207234739/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/a-new-joy-con-drift-lawsuit-accuses-nintendo-of-creating-a-product-designed-to-break/ | url-status = live }}

A consortium of nine European consumer organizations requested consumers inform them on Joy-Con drift issues in December 2020 as they negotiated with Nintendo on how to resolve the matters in that region. The organizations stated that they would plan legal action if they could not come to an agreement with Nintendo.{{cite web | url = https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/european-consumer-groups-join-forces-to-investigate-switch-joy-con-drift/ | title = European consumer groups join forces to investigate Switch Joy-Con drift | first = Tom | last = Ivan | date = December 7, 2020 | access-date = December 7, 2020 | work = Video Games Chronicle | archive-date = December 7, 2020 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20201207145021/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/european-consumer-groups-join-forces-to-investigate-switch-joy-con-drift/ | url-status = live }} The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC), which represents 40 consumers groups in the region, also urged the European Commission to investigate the Joy-Con drift issue in January 2021 after the body received 25,000 complaints.{{cite web | url = https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-01-27-after-25k-complaints-eu-calls-for-investigation-into-nintendo-switch-joy-con-drift | title = After 25k complaints, EU calls for investigation into Nintendo Switch Joy-Con drift | first = Tom | last = Phillips | date = January 27, 2021 | access-date = January 27, 2021 | work = Eurogamer | archive-date = January 27, 2021 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210127120731/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-01-27-after-25k-complaints-eu-calls-for-investigation-into-nintendo-switch-joy-con-drift | url-status = live }}

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