The Nitro Deck + should be recalled IMMEDIATELY.

I loved the original Nitro Deck in my first review, and I was ready to write a glowing, positive review for CRKD's followup: The Nitro Deck Plus. However, when I realized this controller damaged my Switch, my tune changed a bit.
Do not buy the Nitro Deck+.
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[@roheryn43]

I recently got a Nitro deck + and just checked it for scratches. There were a couple light scratches…. CRKD, please pay attention to this!!!! This SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING!!!! Thank you Indie for letting me know!!!

[@doesboknow2]

I wonder if CRKD just didn't test this on any/enough special edition Switches. Do special edition Switches have an additional fraction of a millimeter in thickness for the patterns etched on them? Either way, that's shitty. Hope it gets addressed. I haven't been entirely impressed with what I've seen of CRKD so far.

[@RFNY315]

@@doesboknow2 the only extra thickness is the art paint/print that’s on the backs of the switch. And it just comes off easier than the standard switch with no additional paint. I left in a separate comment, that the back plate of the ND is a little bowed out in the center, which rubs against the switch. Maybe not all the NDs but at least some of them. Either that’s just how the plastic was molded, or maybe the components inside that back plate….idk

mine works just fine and if you have AR Glasses this is great as you can connect them directly in the second type C port and play on the big screen , I see that if you are pushing the switch when trying to get it out you could scratch

[@IndieAlpaca]

I'm glad to hear it works for you! I think that the feature set would be super cool if it didn't damage my switch.

[@BlakeIvory]

So I've had my Nitro Deck + since launch and so far I have not experienced any scratches on the back of my Switch OLED. IMO this may be due to weird misprints that are being shipped. I even checked as I was typing this comment, no scratches. Tho it sucks that there are units that have this malfunction because I really have enjoyed using the Nitro Deck +, the sticks are what keep me coming back as I am sick of dealing with drift.

[@RFNY315]

Maybe check it with a light? They can be faint. I think what’s happening is some of the back plates are slightly bowed out in the center. And it’s rubbing against the backs of the switch. Maybe not all models, so who knows

[@BlakeIvory]

@@RFNY315 I did, all good.

[@cwills75]

I see from your Discord comments you were unaware of their ND scratching Decks. They did make improvements to this model in that regard but as others have said, there may be tolerance differences between Switch models and/or Nitro Decks. I’ve been using my ND+ since launch with an OLED and have no scratches, but it is the plain model also. I was aware of the previous issue after watching/reading numerous reviews, and I did see people came up with some mods to alleviate it, such as sticking a thin piece of felt to the back of their ND. I was contemplating doing this with the ND+, but after I got it I put in my OG V1 Switch a few times and it was fine, and there was a good gap between the back of it and the ND+, so I put in my OLED and it was still good. The bumpers they are using are rubber I believe. It’s possible some people are also squeezing the Deck/ND+ together during the undocking. This new version has an “eject” button, but mine doesn’t really eject as much as it just unlatches, so I do still need to pull it out to some extent. Sucks this happened to you and I’d imagine it will get fixed in future model revisions, but as of right now, this is the only product available that gives four usable for gaming back buttons like a real pro controller (not BigN’s definition of a pro controller), and a built in dock to allow the ability to use XR glasses while playing handheld. I couldn’t care less about the collectibility or color ways they heavily promote. The Hall effect sticks are a good add, but TBH, I’ve yet to encounter stick drift on any of my OG joycons. I’m 100% function over form and the Switch has been out a LONG time and like I said, this product does things nothing else does, things that I’ve been wanting for years and now that I have it, I’ve been playing my Switch non-stop since I can ignore the face ABXY and use the back buttons and my XR glasses. I use the rear buttons on my Steam Deck OLED, PC with V1/V2 Xbox Elite controllers and on my PS5 with an AIM PS5 controller. Once your brain is programmed to using them it’s just second nature, and it negates the face button remapping between Xbox/BigN layouts. I’d recommend if you actually want to use this product to maybe try the felt mod or something similar. I honestly wouldn’t hold my breath expecting CRKD to do anything about this. They aren’t going to recall it seeing as their OG model does it (worse), and they are still selling them. The ND+ only has two color ways vs a LOT more of their OG ND so I feel they look at that as their main product for the people who are into that sort of thing, and the scratch issue doesn’t seem to be a huge priority unfortunately.

[@JM-pm1yb]

I had more issues with the original Nitro Deck scratching my OLED. ND+ hasn’t damaged or made grinding sounds on my OLED so far.

[@AquaQuokka]

Was considering this, thanks for the warning 🙏

[@IndieAlpaca]

Happy to help. Wish it didn't do this, because it would have been amazing otherwise.

[@MrDarkAvitar]

I have had my Nitro Deck + for 3 weeks and it hasn't scratched my switch OLED. There is a gap between the Switch and the Deck. There seams to me the people who have special Switches are having problems because I have yet to hear that about non limited edition Switches. I could be wrong. But personally I have taken my Switch OLED constantly out of the Deck and back to my dock and back to the Deck almost on the daily and have found no scratches.

[@IndieAlpaca]

Interesting! Thanks for letting me know. Glad to hear this hasn’t impacted you.

[@paulanderson929]

Hasn’t impacted my standard oled either

[@Corpse7]

I have the original Nitrodeck and it does scratch the back, currently waiting for the Nitrodeck+

[@pimpnamedkane]

I commented on the Nitro Deck+ video and asked them if they fixed or prevented the possibility of scratches on the back, they commented with we added a gap.

[@Notsalmon547]

(1:14) hold on.. there is a game called Super Lesbian Animal RPG.. and I *HAVENT PLAYED IT?!?* I must see this game…

[@jasonnguyen1840]

The Mobapad M6 HD is miles better. Improved ergonomic, has its own battery so it doesn't drain your switch's playtime... It's also about the same price. I've had the Mobapad for 4 months now. Single best purchase I've made for my Switch.

[@Archetypr]

The M6 HD is a really lovely piece of kit. Completely transformed the handheld playability of my switch! Plus being able to map any of the face buttons as macros on the rear inputs has been hugely helpful. Fantastic d-pad as well!

[@SparkyFluffles]

so, let's say i do own this thing and have accidentally been using it for a while, what should i do?

[@IndieAlpaca]

The original Nitro Deck is probably fine, it’s the new plus model that’s an issue.

[@KaiserGX]

@@IndieAlpaca The original has been known to scratch the Switch as well.

@@KaiserGX the original has only a mechanism on the side to keep the switch in , as long as you dont press on it when you take it out you should have no issues , but on this note I also have a similar device much cheaper and with build in HDMI NexiGo Hall Effect Gripcon

[@cdanigcX]

The same happened to me, I was so happy with my Nitro Deck until I removed my Switch and it was so badly scratched, I completely regret buying it. My Switch was a Fortnite edition and it was pristine before the Nitro Deck :( I'm so angry

[@TheInfiniteNine]

As someone who has a collection of switch consoles, i know not to use my special editions for products like crkd's or similar, especially if they dont have some kind of soft felt backing to them. I use my regular switch or switch OLED, which i dont mind if they have some wear and tear, to which they have very little of, if any. Certainly not as bad yours and others' experiences. This is even after having them slid in and out of both OG ND and ND+ many times. So me personally i am quite happy with mine and will be keeping it for sure. That said, this is just my experience, and i know not everybody can afford multiple devices to which they can deligate which ones will be preserved vs. Which ones will be used in the face of daily wear and tear and be accepting of that.

[@fennsk]

In hope i can get one for cheap 2nd hand or on clearance for my not-special-edition Switch. My kids have already beat it up beyond a couple scratches in the back.

[@ThePlayaJohn]

I’ve had my original nitro deck since release and have took it out many times to dock it and not one scratch on the back. I wondered what’s changed in the new version

[@IndieAlpaca]

@@ThePlayaJohn they have a new eject mechanism, not sure what the change is but I think that’s the source

[@FrostclawTheGatomon]

Dude, I've already had my Mario edition Nintendo Switch OLED have a couple of scratches without the ND. Also, shouldn't you have left the warning sticker on the Deck alone instead of taking it off?

[@DiscipleOnTheSpectrum]

Ooooh nooo i got a regular nitro deck for Christmas will i be ok to put my switch in i? Or is it just the upgrade one that is bad?

[@IndieAlpaca]

@@DiscipleOnTheSpectrum I would advise you to put some kind of fabric on the back of your deck; that's what some people did to avoid scratching

[@DiscipleOnTheSpectrum]

@IndieAlpaca ok dokey 🤓 thank you

[@KogaHarine]

This is why I still prefer Satisfye grips on my Switch OLED. Definitely need to upgrade to the dockable version but it still has been the best for comfort and protection.

[@IndieAlpaca]

I have the Ronin and it’s my favorite option by far. Well worth the upgrade.

[@dahni6609]

I have the ronin as well and still leaves an eraser like marks on back of switch.

[@TheCrazierz]

If you liked the original, i think you have bad tastes. The right joystick was in a horrible position, how can you even be upset they changed it? I mean, it was literally the biggest complaint and the very reason they changed it

[@arachnegaming]

Mines been fine afaik but its also being used on my hell or high water travel buddy so i probably wouldn't even notice a new scratch or two. I'm sorry your special guy got slashed

[@CRT_kidd]

Eh, i'd just call those war scars

[@PJNyte]

This is so weird. The deck V1 was also said to cause scratches (a youtuber even showed proof), but you said the v1 was good & that the deck plus causes scratches? Leads me to think that this is a unit problem & not all of them

[@Icarus975]

Should I stick with the original Nitro Deck or get a different product?

[@IndieAlpaca]

I think the best option right now is the Satisfye Ronin unless you really want back buttons.

[@VOAN]

Just get a Hori Split Pad, they are much better and doesn't damage your Switch plus you can still dock it.

[@IndieAlpaca]

@@VOAN I had a split pad and I wasn’t a fan tbh. A bit wobbly and felt kinda cheap

[@Icarus975]

@@IndieAlpaca any opinions on the Mobapad HD6? I've seen amazing reviews for it on online spaces

[@paranoia2021]

What about filing?

[@Rednetthall2]

Is there a chance you are going to Anthrocon?~

[@IndieAlpaca]

Sadly it’s the same weekend as GO Fest NYC so I’ll be in New York instead.

[@danielcarino2758]

I bought the first gen Nitrodeck and I loved it until I saw the scratches on the back of my Pokemon violet/scarlet switch, I stopped using it then

[@IndieAlpaca]

I feel your pain :(

[@vincentwhitehead]

this is why I won’t buy any special edition switches .. no offense ,indie 😂

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

*THIS VIDEO IS WEIRD ASF*

[@goldenwither1014]

Furries ruin everything they touch

[@Josepht1993]

Woke gaming.

[@christianwenninger5928]

Definitely weird 😅 but it’s better than annoying

[@Jar_Jar_Twinks]

so uh is the mascot a parody? like i can't tell if it's ironically or unironically hideous. informative video other than that i'm just very confused.

[@IndieAlpaca]

ouch :( nah, this is just my usual vtuber model

[@rodgerhunter1591]

No issues here

[@nightswitchmusic]

Damn went to show someone my comment pretty much saying the same thing And It looks like they deleted it bc I said idk who would put a special variation of the switch in any controller Or feel that it’s a requirement that their console should get replaced

[@MarioandLuigiplaygames17]

​@nightswitchmusic Well, I don't think it's fair to fully expect something like this to happen to your system! This shouldn't be happening whatsoever, even if the console was a special edition version! And what's been shown on pictures, it's also been happening to regular Switchs as well For being something that's a premium upgrade, this is a HUGE oversight! And you're literally blaming anything else that's not the product that caused this to happen in the first!

[@SFStransit]

I still dont see the point of this product...

[@IndieAlpaca]

It makes holding the switch more comfortable and adds input options. It’s a bit of a niche product but a compelling one nonetheless

[@MrDarkAvitar]

It's for people like me who don't like the joycons or don't like joycons drift or don't like that feeling the shifting joycons on the railing feeling like the are they going to fall off (they never do it just an easy feeling) Who wants a dpad and yet keep most of the functionality. I mostly played my Switch in Docked mode because I can't stand the drift I get from my joycons plus the size of the joycons don't allow for a decent and comfortable play sessions and for the price of new joycons vs Nitro Deck + (pre-order).

[@dsshocktrooper7523]

Just get a Nintendo switch pro controller and a pro controller carrying case. That's all you need.

[@IndieAlpaca]

Oh yeah, I'm rocking a pro controller whenever it's docked. Thing is that I wanted a more comfy way to play handheld.

[@luvergod69]

It should be recalled because the sticks are in the wrong place.

[@TheCrazierz]

That was one of the biggest complaints about the original, stick too far to the right and too far below. Made it really awkward. That's literally why they changed it