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PowerA Nintendo Switch 2 controller releases

Overview

PowerA has announced a series of officially licensed Advantage wireless controllers for the Nintendo Switch 2. The first model, a ‘Mario & Yoshi’ themed controller, was scheduled for release on September 30, 2026, and is compatible with both the Nintendo Switch 2 and original Nintendo Switch models.

Following this, PowerA unveiled a Pokémon-themed controller featuring a Ditto design. Both controllers utilize Hall Effect sensors in the thumbsticks to prevent drift, include two programmable rear buttons, motion control support, and a dedicated C-button for GameChat functions. While the Pokémon version lacks HD Rumble and amiibo scanning, it is positioned as a more affordable alternative to Nintendo’s first-party Pro Controller.

Entities

Nintendo · PowerA · Pokémon

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    PowerA unveils Pokémon-themed controller for Nintendo Switch 2

    PowerA has introduced an officially licensed Pokémon Ditto-themed controller for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Hall Effect sensors to prevent stick drift and a 30-hour battery life.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    PowerA to release Mario & Yoshi Nintendo Switch 2 controller

    PowerA will release a Mario & Yoshi themed wireless controller for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 30, 2026, featuring Hall Effect sensors and a 30-hour battery life for 8,900 yen.

Sources

beyondpixels.at · beyondpixels.de · dealdoktor.de · dtimes.jp · game.watch.impress.co.jp · gamespark.jp · ndw.jp · ninten-switch.com · nordbayern.de · prtimes.jp