Nintendo GameCube Controllers Work On Switch 2

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Summary

  • Nintendo Switch 2 will support existing GameCube controllers, outside the new wireless option.
  • Subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass get exclusive GameCube titles.
  • GameCube adapters for Nintendo Switch, Wii U will allow multiplayer with up to four players.

As a dedicated gamer, I can share some good news: No need for the Nintendo GameCube controller enthusiasts (particularly those in the Super Smash Bros. Melee community) to start dusting off their trash cans just yet. Nintendo has officially confirmed that the current lineup of GameCube controllers will be compatible with the upcoming Switch 2, so we can all breathe a sigh of relief and keep our favorite gaming tools handy!

Individuals who opt for the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass will gain unique privileges to play GameCube games on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. These games can be controlled using the standard Joy-Con 2 controllers, which offer customizable button configurations. Nintendo is set to introduce a fresh Wireless GameCube controller designed specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2.

game controllers modeled after the GameCube are widely available now, as Nintendo has re-released them, coupled with an adapter that is compatible with the original Nintendo Switch. In a recent roundtable discussion with Nintendo developers, it was shared by Kouichi Kawamoto and Tetsuya Sasaki that these controllers will also work on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

GameCube Controllers Are Still Viable On Nintendo Switch 2

Of course, you shouldn’t expect the Nintendo Switch 2 to have built-in GameCube controller ports. More likely, it’ll be compatible with the current GameCube adapters, which can be utilized with both the Nintendo Switch and Wii U. This setup allows for simultaneous gameplay of up to four players.

Unlike the Nintendo 64 controllers, which some might describe as uncomfortable or hard on the hands, the GameCube controllers have become more appreciated over time, much like fine wine. In fact, many people still prefer them, even today. Interestingly, a good number of Switch games, particularly those from Nintendo, are compatible with the GameCube controller.

The anticipation among gamers for the GameCube app is primarily centered around the possibility of being able to play Super Smash Bros. Melee. For the fighting game enthusiasts, this would be a significant development as it means they could enjoy the timeless classic without having to transport old TVs. Consequently, there might be a surge in demand for vintage GameCube controllers if the app were to include this feature.

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2025-04-03 20:39