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Switch 2 | GameCube Controller Compatible with Other Games but Faces Issues

By

Derek Johnson

Apr 24, 2025, 01:46 AM

Edited By

Omar Ali

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A Switch 2 GameCube controller next to a Nintendo Switch console and various game titles.
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A fresh wave of feedback from gamers reveals mixed reactions to the compatibility of the Switch 2โ€™s GameCube controller. Some players express dissatisfaction, pointing to lacking features and gaming limitations amid rising anticipation for new releases.

Compatibility Concerns

Players are discovering that the new GameCube controller, while functional, doesn't work seamlessly across all games. It's recognized as a pro controller outside of specific apps, but the absence of features like clickable sticks limits its overall use. One user notes, "It doesnโ€™t have enough buttons as a 'full' pro controller, and lacks functions like clickable sticks."

User Feedback Highlights

General Sentiment

The feedback leans towards a mix of disappointment and acceptance. Many expected limitations are clear, but some players seem unfazed as they adjust their expectations.

  1. Limited Functionality: The controller's missing features are a recurring theme.

  2. Confusion Over Compatibility: Questions about whether it works with Switch 1 add to the frustration.

  3. Interest in Specific Uses: Despite limitations, itโ€™s still considered favorable for titles like Smash.

Noteworthy Quotes

"Itโ€™s the same deal with the other classic controllers."

"I have the GameCube adapter somewhere, but I might grab a few of these specifically for Smash."

Some users urge for improvements. One suggests, "they should just make a GameCube-style controller that has more modern features."

Key Insights

  • โ—‡ Some features are missing compared to full pro controllers.

  • โ–ฝ Conflicting expectations regarding Switch 1 compatibility.

  • โ˜… "It not being compatible with Switch 1 is a bit of a bummer"

As discussions unfold, it remains to be seen how developers will address these shortcomings. Will Nintendo respond to this chorus of voices, or will they stick to their guns? With the gaming world evolving quickly, gamers are eager for clarity and improvements.