Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: €33 off at AliExpress

If you own a Switch 2 and now want the Pro Controller for a proper gaming experience, there is some good news. During the final hours of AliExpress’s Back to School promotion, it is available at an unprecedented discounted price.

The saving is particularly substantial. Enter the DSFR06 or PCFR06 code and the Switch 2 Pro Controller drops to €56, rather than its usual €89. That gives you a €33 discount.

You will need to act quickly, however, as the offer ends at midnight this Wednesday. Once the deadline has passed, it will be gone. AliExpress includes fast, free delivery from France, with VAT included. Should the controller not suit you, you have 90 days to return it for a refund.

The two-year manufacturer’s warranty is also included, alongside interest-free payment in four instalments through PayPal. This means paying just €14 today, followed by the same modest amount over the next three months.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: why choose it over Joy-Con 2?

Joy-Con 2 controllers work perfectly well when the Switch 2 is being used in handheld mode. However, once the console is set up in front of a television, a full-sized controller becomes much more appealing. The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller follows the design principles of a home-console pad, with a wider shape, accurate analogue sticks and buttons that sit naturally beneath your fingers.

For a lengthy session of Mario Kart World, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom or an action game, it feels noticeably different from using separate Joy-Con 2 controllers. Its buttons provide clear tactile feedback, while the HD Rumble system reproduces vibrations linked to on-screen actions. The motion sensor also lets you use gesture controls in compatible games.

Wireless connection and 40-hour battery life

The controller connects wirelessly to the Switch 2 via Bluetooth and offers around 40 hours of battery life. You can therefore play for several days before needing to recharge it, then simply plug in the supplied USB-C cable once the battery is empty. It also works with PCs and certain Android devices.

Nintendo has also included a dedicated screenshot button, making it easy to capture a Mario Kart World victory or quickly share a gaming moment. This makes the controller especially worthwhile for anyone who frequently plays their Switch 2 on a television and wants the feel of a home console.

A more traditional controller for longer sessions

For players who find Joy-Con 2 controllers less comfortable during extended games, the Pro Controller chiefly provides a more conventional grip that is better suited to longer sessions. It lets you enjoy the Switch 2 in a format that immediately recalls a PlayStation or Xbox controller.

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