The Best Nintendo Switch Controller just got an UPGRADE

[@WulffDen]

Star Wars: Republic Commando is available now - Relive the legendary campaign on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation: bit.ly/3wqOSR7

[@phillipgraham7443]

You don't have to mash the shoulder buttons to pair. You can just hold the start button and then the pair button

[@Senan_f10]

Hi

[@geotheleo2716]

Yeah it’s about time that we got a Star Wars game on the switch..

[@yahavshalem5692]

What switch games use analog triggers? Is that even possible?

[@stephenadams8712]

I read the republic commando books

[@redlesse9913]

I picked up the SN30 pro+ about a year ago and it's treated me extremely well so far. It feels great and the ability to remap is really comprehensive, a feature I haven't been able to find implemented this well anywhere else. By far the craziest and least expected part of owning it though is how good the company is at customer support. A few months ago I emailed them and told them that one of the buttons on my controller had started sticking occasionally after intense use, and they sent me a new rubber panel which I swapped in and which made the controller feel good-as-new. It's really unheard of for a company to send a consumer a new part for free like this just because they asked for it, but they did. It totally blows my mind to have been treated this way and 8Bitdo earned themselves a customer for life.

[@roguespartan2854]

The remapping feature is INCREDIBLY useful for very personal situations.

[@redcrimson1028]

They make great products and the best dpads out there. I have both controllers and truthfully if y have the original u don't need to upgrade because they are both phenomenal

[@tzera_rhuon]

The 8bitdo pro is the best controller I've ever owned, it's so flexible with how many platforms it's compatible with, as well as having wired/wireless and AA battery options. One of the most appealing factors for me is that it is ergonomically similar to a Dual Shock. This is a pure QUALITY product, especially when the price is roughly half of first-party controllers.

[@naam4769]

do you have specific first-party name controllers ? Have you ever used those ? If so, what difference(s) would you claim they have in comparison to Pro ? Thanks if you can answer/share.

[@pugforce8315]

@@naam4769 Very similar to the dualshock in the sticks, triggers and handles. The shoulder buttons feel similar to a super nintendo controller, and so does the dpad. The buttons are less clicky than an xbox series but still have a good snap to them.

[@xykros]

That Catherine soundtrack at the start caught me by surprise. Man I suddenly want to play the game again.

[@SEiMEi_EXiSTS]

Yeah, immediately had a happy rush when I heard that song!

[@AngelDiaz-zi6dd]

I have a Steam key for this game if anyone wants it lol, would be willing to sell for 5 dollars

[@xykros]

@@SEiMEi_EXiSTS I played classic on PC and hearing the song made me want to pick up Catherine Full Body next time it goes on sale.

[@theokaypot42]

Whats the song called I only know it from an old roblox game and I’ve been searching for it ever since

[@cmpunk624]

I died at 159 steps at axis mundis. gave up and came here 🙃

[@bearridenour2836]

Honestly the back paddles and being able to switch profiles on the fly make an upgrade worth it to me. I also wish that back paddles were a thing on more controllers, and whenever a controller has customizability and back paddles I get excited. Great video, Bob!

[@workinprogress8978]

They should always be an option for sure, since more options is always superior. I don't personally care for back paddles, since when playing intense platformers or fighters I always end up tensing up and pressing them accidentally, thus making them more of a hindrance if I decided to program them to a function.

[@Gamigner]

​@@workinprogress8978my monkey brain saw your comment and got triggered

[@roastbeef1416]

genuinely good videos as always, never disappointed man good stuff :) also I'm super glad they fixed the placement of the start and select buttons, once you notice they're off-center on the first controller it never leaves your mind

[@Khalmoon]

I have never clicked on a video so fast, i was hoping you would make one on this!!! Mine is coming next week, im so excited this released.

[@Anonymous58815]

My SN30 Pro + is my go-to controller for pretty much everything now. I told myself I was going to wait until it kicks the bucket to spring for the Pro 2, but considering this controller's feature set, I'm not sure I want to. Plus it's nice to have a spare to offer my mates when I bring my Switch stuff over their places.

[@mutationssiphon2827]

Swapping the right stick with the triggers is great for games that don't support analog triggers. For example in racing games on the switch you can set the right stick to accelerate and brake and then use the triggers for it.

[@54356776]

The abxy face buttons have been moved slightly to allow for the start/select buttons to be centred now. It's worth it for that alone in my opinion, it's much better ergonomically and visually.

[@ungratefulmango]

I love your dedication to this company and this controller in particular. I bought the SN30 Pro and now I'm finally ready to upgrade to this beauty!

[@blastard8980]

I have the sn30+pro and I'll stick to it, it's already great. I would like 8bitdo to make proper joycons though, I'd just throw them my money

[@ungratefulmango]

@@blastard8980 Yeah if I had the SN30 Pro+ I wouldn't upgrade. But for me, it's a decent enough improvement and my SN30 Pro is kinda old now. One of the sticks' rubbers is starting to peel off.

[@blastard8980]

@@ungratefulmango for me, the I just couldn't pass the hand grips of the +pro version, my big sturdy hands need them, so yeah, if you don't have them run for them, they are golden

[@ungratefulmango]

@@blastard8980 Oh absolutely. The Pro+ didn't exist when I bought the Pro, otherwise I would've gone for that one at the time 😁

[@ungratefulmango]

@@ghosttiee9212 Cool. I'm not sure why exactly you didn't like it, but I understand it's not for everyone. I ended up getting the SN30 Pro+ which is far superior, but my girlfriend took it, so I'm back down to the original

[@Toastytop]

I find most of what I’m playing on switch is 2d or old school games so I had been wanting their controller for a while now and just kept forgetting to order one, now I’m kinda glad I did, I will certainly be grabbing one in the GB colors ASAP. Took your advice a while back and grabbed the Satisfye grip/case bundle and I’ve literally never taken it off so thanks for that too!

[@godminnette2]

11:57 seems like a couple slipped past the ol' Switch censor

[@numberknower]

I feel like I've never heard Bob say "shitty" and not have it be censored

[@hotpancakes9814]

gotta watch the twitch streams lol

[@sethgob5591]

he does in 11:56. are you specifically referring to that or did you just miss it?

[@numberknower]

@@sethgob5591 yeah I specifically meant it was weird to hear it not be censored, my original comment is kind of weirdly worded haha

[@KC-bg1th]

Absolutely need this controller. The right stick for triggers would be for older racing games that did not have analog control for acceleration and braking. The dead zone of the analog stick also helps with Gamecube titles that were programmed with the small deadzone of the gamecube controller in mind: this meant that if you would press the analog stick up all the way, in some games it would cause 'up' to bleed into 'down', forcing you to gently move the analog stick up.

[@superleggenda]

After watching the review, I got the Pro 2 (in black) to play emulators on my Mac. Works pretty well with OpenEmu and Dolphin.

[@prdimuzi]

My old version just arrived today based on watching your videos, and then I open this...

[@AshLordCurry]

I swear each time I plan on buying his reccommended controller, a new one is recommended.

[@HerbalSergal]

I think you’ll be ok. My wife and I plan on just getting the original SN30 Pro+ without the back buttons even after watching this, as we aren’t used to paddle controllers like Scuffs. If you aren’t either and don’t care for memorizing what the button press/hold is for pairing and are using this for one type of system, you will be more than good. The best selling point are paddle buttons and a convenience switch for pairing modes. I only plan to use this for the Switch on like MHR and SSBU, I ain’t missing anything on this new one.

[@soullessSiIence]

It's 50 dollars. It's pocket change basically. Americans make hundreds a day.

[@grantbrown9024]

@@soullessSiIence and lose hundreds a day.

[@kylekondit9709]

@@soullessSiIence thats so unbelievable false lmao

[@rockraven5000]

Hey there, definitely looking forward to picking one of these up myself. D(irect) Input is for games that can support more than the standard xbox controller standard. Playstations run on DInput. I'm guessing that when using DInput on a pc with this controller would allow you total control over the paddle buttons, rather than having to map them to a macro or existing button. *Real* extra buttons

[@dannyman5751]

The intro looked like a romance movie lol

[@hinorashi]

That's becuase Bob is in love

[@iThinkergoiMac]

The lack of trigger sensitivity on the Switch makes sense because no Nintendo controllers use that. The Nintendo Pro controller doesn't have pressure sensitive triggers, nor do the Joy-cons, nor do any other controllers Nintendo makes that are compatible with the Switch. Despite claims made in the video, I don't think that any Nintendo Switch games can take advantage of pressure sensitive triggers because I don't think it's a function the Switch itself supports. Other than that little nitpick, great and helpful review!

[@iThinkergoiMac]

@Dogfart? Sure, but it’s still designed for the Switch with support for other platforms as a nice addition. That’s why all the buttons are labeled for the Switch layout.

[@gabeshedd]

I've been waiting for this review ... happy to see it has your endorsement. I pre-ordered mine based on your support of the Pro+ ... saw the Pro 2 was coming out soon and opted to just be patient. Hoping they ship or arrive day of release.

[@JasmineBrowneyes]

*video opens with Catherine OST* You have my attention now.

[@gremlin51820]

i love how at the end there wasn’t a bleep for saying shi**y

[@bradkyrish8058]

Multiple times no less!

[@_-_-936]

He forgot to edit it

[@debornmc]

was looking for this comment

[@prcr364]

I mean, the sponsor for this video shelled a lot of cash considering how well targeted the ad was for wulff’s audience.

[@shanekrauchi2465]

Yup. Noticed and came to the comments.

[@bobcake8904]

I love the sn30+ pro. I play the emulators on my phone just fine, the swap over to my Mac to play games. Then when I’m in the mood, swap it to the switch as an extra pro controller. If you have lots of different devices, like mac/iPhone. And don’t just want a switch controller exclusive to Nintendo devices, this is an excellent choice.

[@Prof.Mokster57]

does the old pro plus have the feature to swap right stick with the triggers? i dont get why nobody is talking about it on youtube for the 8bitdo pro 2. we can actually fucking play racing games with analog triggers for acceleration and braking!!!!! it is such a game breaking feature that no one talks about?!?!?!?!?!?

[@MahDryBread]

Hope it ships to Canada soon!

[@geotheleo2716]

Oh it isn’t in Canada yet?

[@Mammon997]

Same

[@Dylan1313]

@@geotheleo2716 sadly you can only pre-order in the states and uk

[@Tsukasa941]

I preordered from Amazon US and they ship to me in Calgary

[@Friendly_Quacker]

@@Dylan1313 That is at least what the website says. I was able to pre-order one on Amazon even though I live in Germany. According to the last email I received the controller should arrive between 4th and 18th of May. I hope it does.

[@No1Noz]

I was thinking the option to change right stick to the triggers could be used for racing games like grid, which used the right stick for analog acceleration. I think WRC might do it that way too. I noticed the option is also available for the original SN30Pro+ in the ultimate software update.

[@arashnabavi5932]

Whenever Bob uploads I stop whatever I'm doing and legit enjoy my time while watching him. Great video by the way.

[@countlitmogaphil392]

Ikrr me too... Cos there's guaranteed to be awesome humour and useful info and ofcourse ads... Idk it's just... There may be many channels doing it but I just like Bob's vids more... They feel epic

[@svartholstjornuson6215]

8:29: I've heard of fat Pikachu, but buff Pikachu? Very cute.

[@fuzzycuffs]

3:37 what do you mean 'something Microsoft should take note of?' The Xbox controllers already have a removable battery that you can use a rechargeable pack or a set of double As. The only difference is that this comes with a battery pack and the Xbox controllers don't, which I assume is included in the cost.

[@redbeardnj]

Lol I said the same thing. Anyone who's ever owned an Xbox should know this. Its been the same way on 360 too.

[@switchunboxing]

Microsoft can afford to include it lol

[@blazbohinc4964]

Star was republic commando is the best star wars game ever released. It was such a joy to play. Absolutely phenomenal. Amazing voice acting, amazing story, amazing AI, guns, game mechanics.. It was just incredible. I remember playing it for the first time, being absolutely blown away by how good it was. I recommend everyone who're into star wars shooters to play it. Sure, graphics didn't age well - but the core of the game is better than many of today's best.

[@Wolverican]

I swear Bob's sponsor ads are the only one i WONT skip!

[@alexsilva28]

Specially if he's talking about Republic Commando

[@fernandosepulveda970]

Yeah that was a great add tbh. Loved that era of starwars

[@gregorymirabella1423]

@@fernandosepulveda970 *ad

[@bullterriergaming6424]

@@gregorymirabella1423 *pls don’t be so annoying

[@ezzblizz797]

Facts Hes the only good advertiser

[@MicaelWidell]

I use the previous version of this controller via bluetooth on my Raspberry Pi with Retropie and it is such an awesome controller. Just perfect.

[@LauroAbreu]

I have the original sn30 pro+ and i still find it useful to upgrade just cuz of the back buttons, it is super useful in fps games! I usually set the right back button as jump and left one as reload, that way I don't need the face buttons as much. Also, if using on Steam, you can set one of the back buttons to reset the gyro!

[@Mr_jz_12]

Button remapping makes this amazing, considering there was a few switch games that had stupid button layouts compared to other systems.

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

doesnt the switch now have a built-in feature to remap the buttons of any controllers including the joycons?

[@lllllll5990]

@@cheekybananaboy3361 yep

[@lirfrank]

8:07 using the triggers instead of the right stick would be useful for MK8D if you want analog control over acceleration.

[@curtislevey7639]

Wait.. can you use the right stick to accelerate?

[@lirfrank]

@@curtislevey7639 Yes, you can.

[@curtislevey7639]

@@lirfrank that's awesome the racing games I used to play on my PS2 always had that, I haven't played many racing games since then lol. I always figured MK8D was all or nothing with acceleration

[@draegore]

@@lirfrank whoa! Dude just dropping knowledge!!

[@98SE]

AMAZING, I'm gonna order one now! :) Thanks for the knowledge!

[@mrcoffee315]

Be safe man thanks as always for the videos. Big fan from Puerto Rico.

[@RenewedLifeMedia]

Literally saw an article about this controller last night and today boom wulfs got a video for it.

[@gantz7386]

6:07, The trigger Sensitivity is disabled because the switch controllers don't have analog input, only digital. Means, the triggers only know 0 or 1. So either full force, or nothing. So there is no need to have a "sensitivity" because either your are pressing the button, or you aren't.

[@Tobstar]

Yes I was actually about to get the normal one but I guess I'm getting this

[@markbermejo1010]

Ditto lol

[@alandiegovillalobos]

Got the normal a couple of months ago 😭

[@Tobstar]

@@alandiegovillalobos you're probably not missing much because the og is still a solid controller

[@alandiegovillalobos]

@@Tobstar it is, so happy with it.

[@squidracerX]

Also, i like how he is selling you on the best controller - but literally says he needed it because "the old one just got shitty"... Ummm, maybe dont buy this controller then? In 2 years they shouldn't "just get shitty" ha-ha

[@NoobixCube]

My favourite 8Bitdo controller is the M30, the Sega style controller. The D-pad feels amazing, and I love a six face button layout, particularly for fighters. Honestly, I wish they’d release an M30 Pro, basically the same thing but with two sticks, and triggers (I’d be fine with the Z and C buttons being mapped to L and R triggers at 100%,). It’d make a perfect all-rounder controller. I might be able to do away with my pile of controllers if I had that. Currently, in reach, I have a Dual Shock 3, SF30 Pro, Pro+, M30, a GameCube style switch controller (probably can’t do away with that one), my Shield controller, and a now-neglected Xbox 360 controller.

[@JuGrNaught]

Dang that was quick! Just saw this announced yesterday. Looks like I'll be adding another 8bitdo to my collection!

[@justpops]

Yep, just ordered mine as well

[@DandySlayer13]

It was announced a month back as I placed my order on the 17th of May and will be getting mine on the 14th of this month!

[@katsuLucas]

This is my second, and counting! 😁

[@kaikaih5771]

@@DandySlayer13 It's not out yet, I looked it up and it says it will be coming out on the 30th of this month.

[@DandySlayer13]

@@kaikaih5771 it releases on the 12 of this month. 30th may be for back orders because I’m getting mine on the 14th.

[@ZephyrHikaru]

I finally remembered to buy the SN Pro 2 because your video popped back into my recommended feed. I'd always been meaning to buy it but I got side tracked, so thank you for reminding me lol

[@alistairblaire6001]

Having a slider for Dinput vs Xinput is actually really useful for PC. Most games should support Dinput but some older games will only use Xinput, meaning you need to use a 3rd party input wrapper for Dinput-only devices.

[@MaoRatto]

... You got the order wrong. D Input as explained, is literally INPUT, but DIRECTLY what is supported within the console, and is used for older games and so many emulators.... Newer input like XInput is the standard as it supports more, but has no motion control support.

[@khoado2060]

DirectInput exists before Xinput (Xbox’s controller protocol)

[@MaoRatto]

@@khoado2060 I already implied that.

[@RogueRen]

Now if there was a way to get it with PlayStation button labels, this would literally be the BEST controller for Final Fantasy XIV Online (actually it probably still is but I like having the in game prompts match the controller and FF XIV only has PS4 and Xbox layouts lol)

[@R.U.E.Entertainment]

why don’t you paint it?

[@RogueRen]

@@R.U.E.Entertainment Plastic is notoriously hard to paint in a way that holds up to constantly being rubbed and tapped (its possible but depending on the plastic can be a HUGE pain in the ass)

[@R.U.E.Entertainment]

@@RogueRen oh well, as Of this comment I’m currently painting my SN30 pro +, so maybe when that’s done I could tell you how well the paint holds up?

[@RogueRen]

@@R.U.E.Entertainment would appreciate it! did you paint the body or the buttons? (I think they're 2 different plastics)

[@R.U.E.Entertainment]

@@RogueRen I painted everything 😂

[@speedyx6853]

Yessssss! Finally it’s here!

[@BenRitter]

I have an unhealthy impulse to preorder all of 8bitdo's products in my never-ending search for the best dpads on the planet, which 8bitDo what NintenDon't right now.

[@popprincess15]

for anybody wondering where the music in the beginning is from: it's from the Catherine OST, the track is called Also Sprach Brooks

[@surrealchemist]

Added it to my wishlist and got it as a gift. Didn’t want to buy it as an upgrade but now that I have it, the features are nice. I would ALWAYS forget the button combos to switch mode. I have been playing Halo on my iPad using xcloud and it works great wired just plugged in via USB-C cable.

[@Brawl-er9qe]

Since he didn’t mention it, X-input works on iOS

[@gregorymirabella1423]

what? since when?

[@VOAN]

@@gregorymirabella1423 S = Switch input A = Apple MacOS input D = Direct input to Raspberry Pi, Polymega, MisTer or any bluetooth dongle X = PC and Phone (Android and iOS)

[@kacperolszowski1331]

It also looks like pretty good all around controller. I looked SO MUCH for switch controller that also has xinput, analog triggers, additional buttons and usb-c charging. I don't mind playstaion style thumb sticks placement so it looks absolutely perfect for me

[@emoooooly7350]

You can pry my split joycons out of my cold dead hands.

[@Ironpecker]

You use two? Ew imagine needing to use two joycons when one does the trick

[@Jonqen]

You have mastered drift?

[@CotyCondry]

I do love the relaxed hand position and comfort of split joycons

[@ogcr2008]

eeeey those joycons will drift out of your hands by themselves, just gotta wait...

[@אלוןפרקר]

@@Jonqen I prefer drip

[@marcelmeyer6857]

the 8bitdo M30 is still my favorite for 2D games. That floaty dpad is phenomenal.

[@alonzosmith1016]

What about the latency when you connect these things wirelessly to the nintendo switch?? Please speak on that

[@Thatdudedoes]

@Alonzo Smith How bad is the latency?

[@Cychreus]

so one year later do you get any joystick drifting? cuase im getting on my ps5 cosmic red after only 9 months. thinking of buying pro 2 next...

[@djunn]

My pro2 have, buts fixed by one rount turn of joystick. More annoying its firmeware bugged. Some time its workks fine, some time glitchy. Gyro cant work or can not.

[@0Fyrebrand0]

I wish Nintendo would just give their consoles normal controllers in the first place. Instead they experiment with "innovative" horseshit, and then either sell you a separate "pro" controller or hope third-party companies do it for them.

[@Krystalmyth]

Don't you mean Nintendoo?

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

And expect 70 bucks for half a controller

[@VOAN]

You're complaining about things that are already solved. The separate pro controllers are normal controllers. They're giving you options, what's so wrong about that? It's like complaining about a pizza parlor not advertising their pepperoni pizza, oh I wish they still advertised their pepperoni pizza cause surely nobody is getting that stuff crust crap. Dude just cause they are advertising their new stuff crust pizza doesn't mean you can't still order a pepperoni pizza.

[@thepeddle]

My buddy and I bought the Snes30 pro and Pro plus to just play SNES super tennis...we love them! We are also in our 40s and wanted it to feel more original....so there's that

[@bajiben]

Catherine OST. Bob is a man of class.

[@Left4Cake]

D input is the mode you try on PC when X input doesn't work, mainly on older games, indie games, OR Emulators

[@x-xsharkix-x]

I don't think I've ever enjoyed watching a sponsor segment before but that was great! Really funny shit!

[@chuggaavsme]

Its 2021 and I'm seeing a paid ad on a youtube channel for Republic Commando That's actually crazy

[@johnbuscher]

Right?!

[@MrDacedric]

Damn this a solid controller offering, definitely getting this.

[@Muskarioli]

really glad i picked up one of the last sn30 pros with the super famicom color scheme and regular sfc start and select placement. Swapped the buttons and membranes for ones from an original 90s sfc and now it feels fresh af, perfect gamepad for everything.

[@WingHugs]

Finally can play smash with a dpad. This is gonna rock.

[@THEpicND]

Riiight! The dpad swap was the biggest feature for me and really has me considering picking it up

[@WingHugs]

@@THEpicND I preordered it and amazon says it'll get to me next week. I preordered before I knew about this particular feature - I just wanted back buttons.

[@miltv5287]

Glad I waited, for this updated version. Thanks for the info.

[@keiz_]

You can buy the Nintendo Pro Controller on Amazon in US for $60 nearly all the time! Some retail stores I also see it for $60. I think it’s a better value than the powerA or other off brand ones. The SN30 Pro is also a great one as well.

[@marsil602the2nd]

I like that the mode switch on the back of the controller knows Sonic Adventure Directors Cut exists

[@gregorymirabella1423]

H A H A H A

[@yellowcapalex2825]

“They probably didn’t wanna be bullied by Nintendo’s lawyers” Bruh they were able to get Nintendo Switch compatibility liscensing despite the design. It’s not like you can use it on XB or PS natively.

[@nira1533]

4:23 Also works on PS3 in MacOS mode. I think it's worth upgrading for just the extra buttons, let alone everything else.

[@casablancoent2029]

This will be my first 8BitDo anything. So I'm super excited!

[@squidracerX]

My only complaint about it as a "pro Controller" contender - and i own both the Switch Pro and the original Pro 8bitDo (but use the Pro Controller), is that it doesn't wake the Switch. maybe the new one does? But the NFC thing to me really doesn't matter too much. And Switch doesn't have charge docks for controllers like my PS4 and Xbox have (which makes 3rd party controllers a no go since they usually dont fit). But yeah, not waking it up from across the room, its a good 2nd player controller, but thats a big feature to me!

[@casablancoent2029]

@@squidracerX unfortunately this one lacks a wake up feature as well. I still use it as a primary since I'm used to the PS4 controller layout. I'm not a fan of the offset on the pro controller.

[@jackyfox]

Thank you for the review, Bob! Because of it I decided to get this controller and it is awesome 🤝

[@boneyplays]

Does it properly do 8 way direction on Links Awakening when swapping the dpad for the stick? Does the diagonal inputs feel right?

[@lacoleccionperfecto]

Wulff’s content is so polished I can see my grays in it.

[@BooronovichPimponski]

Ah man those concave buttons on the old snes one are so key!!

[@georgen9838]

And you can't get them on the new one, only on the old one... :(

[@Dominicn123]

The old snes one you’re talking about is actually meant as a tribute towards the game boy actually hahaha I know it looks like a snes one. But yeah, it was meant as a old GB tribute just as This specific controller that he is reviewing is meant as a dedication and as a tribute to the PlayStation’s original DualShock controller

[@DJTydalOfficial]

I’ve been rocking the 8BitDo Pro 2 for over 2 years now and I recently just picked up the Game Boy color way of it for multiplayer. Long story short, the controller is so nice I just bought it twice.

[@CaptainTempest1]

Music from Catherine! I don't know how I recognized that opening music in the first few seconds, but I did.

[@SEiMEi_EXiSTS]

I hear that song play a lot in the Stray Sheep bar

[@Dominicn123]

You don’t know how you recognized it?! That’s because you recognized it by literally looking at any of the top comments lmao 😂

[@DiscoCokkroach]

It's tragically funny how he forgot to censor a few curse words at the end, after going through the _whole_ video with the curse words censored.

[@Level1Sword]

Just bought the Power A Enhanced Switch controller, and it doesn't even have basic rumble for $50. Feels like I got ripped off after watching this...

[@ramblincapuchin9075]

I picked up a 20 dollar wired one using my Kohls cash. I bought it to color coordinate with an old pad then I found out that it was an "enhanced" I got to say, I don't see the point of owning the wireless version. They are exactly the same thing. I feel for you man, I wouldn't want to have dropped 50 bucks on that piece of plastic either

[@moose-mancer]

Power A is overrated garbage.

[@ramblincapuchin9075]

@@moose-mancer I give them credit for "being there" when Nintendo couldn't pull it together and sell us new Wavebirds but instead whatever the classic controllers were for 2 generations Now there's joy con drift

[@MarkKoschwitz]

Appreciate the review! Looked into their previous model from another of your vids, but I now have this one on the way. Been without a solid multi-use controller for a while - will get a lot of play on PC as well

[@TynologyGaming]

Mine’s coming next week. PUMPED.

[@sandwulfsam]

Considering the Xbox-style button remapping I’ve done for MHRise, having the abxy on the side of the buttons rather than on the buttons themselves to trip me up is an absolute plus for me!

[@mangetsu0012]

The video deserves a like just for the perfect sponsor part

[@illusionzoroark571]

You can swap the right stick with the triggers? That's going to be so useful for Grid Autosport because there's a setting where you can use the right stick for accelerating because the Switch lacks analogue triggers.

[@cheetah672]

God dammit Bob, that's 2 controllers you have me throw my credit card at!

[@lizziemcdonald1748]

i love my 8 bitdo pro 2 as its so eaasy to use with the pc. no mucking around, it just links

[@HerbalSergal]

I’ve been contemplating these over official Switch pro controllers, but when I hear about drift in those $70+ ones, it kind of scares me. But seeing these being endorsed by you, Wood, and MDB, I think it’ll be a safe bet. Plus, I’m coming to MHR from MHW, and I prefer a more PS4 feeling controller.

[@davidtownsend6092]

8bitdo has best controllers. Hori is good too. Has a solid left joycon with a dpad. And split pad pro good for big hands. Ans while 8bitdo my fav, I actually thinK horis RAP hyabusa V arcade stick is better than 8bitdos

[@davidtownsend6092]

But id get pro2 or pro+ I got both. I actually like pro+for snes or nes or genesis Era games tho. The concave X n Y just feels right. Otherwise yea pro2 the best call.

[@davidtownsend6092]

You got big hands get the split pad pro. Only downside is no motion. The hori left dpad joycon is cool too I got zelda one. I love the dpad on it idk why. Also no motion control but since right joycon is a normal one you can actually still do motion with one and the hori left joycon. Like doom.eternal works perfectly fine

[@davidtownsend6092]

I actually like the pro+better -.- I got pro 2 cpl days ago and it's great better in all ways. except. Idk it feels off. 1. Buttons in back kinda get in the way. Tho app is super cool. And 2. I got pro+ that's snes themed. Light purp buttons whatever but the part that I love is the top 2 buttons being concave and the bottom 2 convex . That subtle thing is a bigger impact than one might realize in ways like a physical queues helping mental map out your own hands. Where they are and what they are doing and will do. Without looking

[@JJ-uj1wi]

I didn't get the chance to try out the official switch pro controller, because I chose the SN30 + controller. It's just as good as Bob said, I thought I've finally gotten myself a perfect controller, it works for 3D games, and it works flawlessly in 2D game. But this one last for about a year, everything just starting to go downhill after one year of using it. It starts drifting, the bottons are falling off, sometimes the buttons would even get stuck that you can even press it, and occasionally connecting problems. I'm not sure about the official pro con, imo it's a really good controller, but I think SN30 pro+ might not be durable than the official controll, and it's not drift-free. That being said if you're on budget, I'd still recommend try out SN30 pro+, or even SN 30 pro 2+(hopefully they fixed those problems in this ver). If have extra to spend I would said get both, one for 3D one for 2D games.

[@mockier]

THANK YOU! I was watching your older video "Your controller could make Animal Crossing WAY Easier", and as I've just started playing Animal Crossing recently I was pretty sold on the idea of not wearing out my Joycon A button anymore (Also sick of plugging the joycons back in to charge, yeah I don't have a charging grip or a better wireless controller). But the SN30pro+ seemed to be discontinued, and they had a Pro 2 controller? So thank you for reviewing it, happy to see it's basically an sn30pro+ with macros(!!!) and 2 more buttons that may or may not be usefull (but hey "free" buttons can't be bad). The app sync while also synced to the switch sounds cool too. I was looking at a long drive to find a official pro controller, and stopped to watch these videos. So glad I did as the place down the road from me has the 8bit Pro 2 in stock, so you saved me petrol and time as well! Thanks man!

[@thresh-]

Me watching this video like the real degenerate i am: "omg, he finally gave me a shout-out! That's so nice of him! :D "

[@frostgamer9879]

Grid on Switch let's you use the right stick for breaking and accelerating to allow for analogue so swapping the right stick with the triggers would help there

[@Ferkiwi]

The replaceable battery pack idea **is** from Microsoft. I have rechargable battery packs in my xbox controllers, the only difference is that they are sold separatelly. The one who should learn is Sony, the battery in the PS controllers is not easily replaceable and it's one reason why after a lot of use and wear they end up not holding their charge for long. Imho, the rechargable battery pack sized as 2 AA should be a standard. I wonder if 8bitdo uses the same connectors as the xbox for the recharging, it would be interesting if an xbox battery pack could be used as replacement.

[@Clara_Page]

TBH I think he was referring to the fact that you have to buy the battery separately on xbox, I can see why they do that but I do wish you got one rechargeable battery with the console to get you started.

[@Ferkiwi]

​@@Clara_Page Maybe that's what he meant. But you can just order them together. Also 8bitdo does not sell battery packs separatelly at all, currently. So that's a problem if you ever need a spare one (I've already seen reddit threads of people complaining). I'd rather they did like xbox rather than forcing you to buy a new controller just to get an extra pack. Honestly, I don't see how it's a problem to buy them separatelly (which you can do simultaneously). I'd expect that if they came together the controller would be more expensive to begin with. If the problem is the price of controller+battery then the complaint should be about the price not the modular design, imho. Plus if you already own a battery pack you don't have to get a new one when you buy the new iteration of the controller as long as it's compatible (like how xbox one battery packs work on the xbox series controllers), which would be better both for your wallet and for the environment. The one thing I don't like about xbox battery packs is how the design is proprietary. Ideally they would have partnered with battery manufacturers to create a standard that could be used freely for other devices (it'd be great if Sony, Logitech & others joined the trend). But even as it is, the way xbox does it is much more consumer-friendly.

[@MrMikey1703]

OK, so I paused the video, pre-ordered the Pro 2 and a carry case immediately as my Pro + is on its last legs after me thrashing the hell out of it since I received it. Bloody terrific controllers. Bloody terrific hardware in general. My SN30Pro is my dedicated "Travel Controller" and I use their NES inspired Mouse every day at work.

[@highlander7462]

Do they reliably connect to the switch? My SN30pro+ doesn't even connect half the time.

[@selenachervensky9011]

You should update it with the software, I've never had this problem.

[@arloracc]

Fun fact: the battery that comes with that controller works with the Xbox series controller

[@LarryTheKoopa]

Bob narrating is the voice in a trailer i didnt know i need

[@davyclunes7825]

Really sounded like Will for a second lol

[@ripps]

I've owned 2 of the previous pro+ controllers. They feel great, but the biggest problem I've had with them is that the rubber contact pads in them tend to break down fairly quickly. And since 8bitdo is located in China, it can take a month or longer for replacement parts to be shipped to you. I've had to go through this process 3 times and I gave up on it and just went back to using other controllers.

[@ray2op]

It's just that every 8bitdo controller I buy breaks with like 50hrs of gameplay :(

[@selenachervensky9011]

You must be beating the fuck out of ya controllers my guy, that's insane

[@dstinnettmusic]

This controllers from the alternate universe where the Nintendo-Sony partnership didn’t fall through and Nintendo and Sony ruled gaming with the Nintendo PlayStation 5

[@jojohill27]

Those hands are in desperate need of sum sun in there life 😂 alot of echo in your room there Bob

[@MysticNessly]

love that you can program it w phone while having it still connected to switch. thats something none of the other video reviews I watched say. that's a huge plus. getting this now 👍👍

[@sovazz5320]

POV: You arrived early and you're looking for something funny to say

[@BlindSnipingPro]

He missed 2 "shitty" sensors at around 12:00

[@Praxss]

I have sn30pro+ I play all tomb raider series, witcher 3(500 hrs😂), rdr2, ac valhalla and gta5 with this controller in lockdown of 2020. So far so good.👍