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Switch 1 and 2 Joy-Cons Can Be Mixed as Pairs

Hey everyone. Over recent days, we’ve tinkered extensively with the latest console iteration to uncover its full potential. As it turns out, this device may surprise you with its unconventional flexibility.

One odd discovery? Pairing older controllers with newer ones functions seamlessly. Imagine sporting mismatched gloves while gaming – unconventional, but technically possible when sibling models go missing or aren’t readily available.

Curiosity struck after spotting a social media discussion (now conspicuously absent). After rigorous testing, we validated the claims: merely head to system settings, adjust controller configurations, and sync your preferred duo by pressing their shoulder buttons. Voilà!

mix switch 1 and 2 controllers

Note, however, that newer controllers won’t function on original hardware. Attempting this yields nada – consider it a one-way quirk.


Tempted to flaunt hybrid Joy-Con setups as avant-garde genius? Share your experiments below – tub brainstorming sessions count!

[source reddit.com]