Animal crossing switch controller7/11/2023 ![]() ![]() It's ever-so-slightly less mushy, and offers a tad more feedback. ![]() The thinner d-pad was also decent-not perfect by any means, but preferable to the one on the Pro Controller. They're just a hair taller than the Switch Pro Controller's, and they spring back to the center faster. What I did like about the gamepad were the analog sticks. It's a minor grievance, but an issue nonetheless. They're just the slightest bit loose-not enough so to interfere with playing, but just enough to be loud and a little distracting. Initially, I was confused as to what exactly was rattling so terribly, to which I found the answer: the shoulder buttons. The controller has a bit of a rattle as well, which got a little grating every time I picked it up and heard plastic clacking together. That doesn't excuse the exclusion, however, as it cheapens the controller by not having the most basic of rumble abilities. I can't say that I miss either feature when using the PowerA controller, as I hardly make use of amiibo functions nor games that predominantly use rumble as a mechanic. Part of the reason for the controller's feather-light weight is because there's no NFC or rumble built-in. After using it for a while, the weight was no longer as jarring, and I got used to it. ![]() At first, I was afraid it was because it was made cheaply, which luckily didn't turn out to be the case. After spending months with the Pro Controller and being used to its satisfying weightiness, PowerA's gamepad was deceptively light, and almost felt a little hollow. Upon first using the controller, I was pretty dubious as to the build quality. I managed to get just over 30 hours in my own use, burning the provided batteries out thanks to my Fire Emblem: Three Houses addiction. Regardless, you'll be able to get around 30 hours of game time before you'll need to replace the batteries. It all comes down to user preference as to whether reliance on two little AA's is your cup of tea, or you enjoy just plugging the controller in at night. ![]() I appreciate being able to rely on desperately stealing some batteries out of the TV remote for my gaming needs as if it was 2002 again, but honestly, I'd much rather have a built-in rechargeable battery. Where the Pro Controller has a USB-C charging port, the PowerA controller eschews that, and instead uses tried-and-true AA batteries as its power source. However, that's not all there is to a controller, so what about those who are picky about their gamepad specifics, or are wary of third-party offerings? If you're looking for a gift for your local Animal Crossing fanatic who's just getting a Switch, that's all you need to know-this is an adorable controller that will pair perfectly with their console. And for a dedicated fan or for a younger child, it's totally worth it the green color scheme with the Animal Crossing furniture leaves dotting the controller, or the more pastel shades of the seafoam and brown controller both look fantastic. That's probably one of the reasons that they can get away with a price point so close to Nintendo's official controller. Whether it's The Legend of Zelda, Mario, or in this case, Animal Crossing, PowerA always knocks it out of the park when it comes to stylish designs for their controllers. So, the primary reason that you'd be getting one of these controllers is because of the theme. We'll be checking out if this gamepad is just style, or actually has substance, too. Does that hold true for today's subject? Coming in at just $10 below the MSRP of the official Switch Pro Controller, PowerA's variant has a downright adorable Animal Crossing theme, from the coloration of the shell and buttons, to the cutesy character decal featured on the right-hand side of the controller. Nowadays, you've got gamepad manufacturers putting out controllers that can keep up or even compare to the quality offered by first-party companies. Third-party controllers have come a long way, since their days of being viewed as the cheap imitation product that you palm off to your younger sibling or unfortunate friend. ![]()
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