Nintendo has recently addressed concerns about the compatibility of its newly released GameCube controller with the Nintendo Switch 2. During the 60-minute Nintendo Direct earlier this month, it was announced that the controller is primarily designed for use with the Nintendo Switch Online retro library's GameCube games. The fine print highlighted that it might not be fully compatible with other Switch 2 games.
In a clarifying statement to Nintendo Life, Nintendo confirmed that while the GameCube controller is optimized for the Nintendo Classics collection, players might encounter "issues" when using it with other Switch 2 titles. This is due to the controller lacking the full range of buttons and features present in modern controllers. Nintendo emphasized that the GameCube controller is exclusively compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 and not the original Nintendo Switch.
The introduction of the GameCube collection to the Nintendo Switch Online library is a significant enhancement, bringing a host of beloved 2000s-era games to subscribers. Titles such as The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, F-Zero GX, and Soulcalibur 2 will be available at the service's launch this summer. Future updates will expand the library further, including games like Super Mario Sunshine, Luigi's Mansion, Super Mario Strikers, and Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness.
For those interested in pre-ordering the Nintendo Switch 2, along with the GameCube controller or other accessories and games, our Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order hub offers up-to-date information and guidance. Additionally, you can learn how to increase your chances of securing a new Nintendo Switch 2 console on launch day.
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