Buy Original Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Before Switch 2 Release

Nintendo unveiled all the exciting details about the Switch 2 during its April Direct, and fans have been eagerly awaiting preorders to open in the U.S. While the price of the new console wasn't a shock, the cost of first-party Switch 2 games at launch raised some eyebrows. Notably, the upcoming *Mario Kart World* will set you back $80 at launch. In addition to the games, Nintendo is rolling out a new line of Switch 2 accessories, which have seen price hikes compared to their original Switch counterparts. These prices have even increased since the initial announcement.

The only Switch 2 accessory that caught my attention was the new Switch 2 Pro controller, now priced at a hefty $85. As someone with multiple Switch Pro controllers at home, I'm relieved to hear from Nintendo's developer interview that the original Switch Pro controller will be fully compatible with the Switch 2.

Where You Can Still Buy Switch Pro Controllers

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

*Not the Switch 2 version.*

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While many gamers might opt for the newer Switch 2 Pro controller, it's not essential for most games. If you already own a Switch Pro controller, you can stick with it and save $80 for new games. If you're planning to buy the Switch 2 and don't have a Pro controller yet, the standard Switch Pro controller is currently a more budget-friendly option at $69.99.

It's worth noting that these older controllers might sell out before the Switch 2 hits the market to make way for the new model. Amazon is already showing a significant lack of stock and is primarily offering third-party alternatives. Besides the compatibility with the regular Switch Pro controller, Nintendo has also confirmed that the original Joy-Con controllers will work with the Switch 2, though we generally recommend the Switch Pro controller over Joy-Con for most games due to its superior comfort and functionality.

When Will the Switch 2 Pro Controller Be Available?

If the Switch 2 Pro controller is the only accessory you're keen on, you'll need to wait until the console launches. The new controller will be available starting June 5, alongside the Switch 2. Preorders for the new console, and likely the official accessories, are set to begin on April 24. Keep in mind, the Switch 2 Pro controller is only compatible with the Switch 2 and won't work with the original Switch.

Listings for the Switch 2 Pro controller have already appeared at Walmart and Best Buy, though without a preorder date. Walmart also features listings for upcoming Switch 2 games that you can soon preorder.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller

*Preorder listing only*

[$79.00 at Walmart](#)