Update:
Nintendo of America replied to our question regarding availability of the accessories featured in this article, simply saying "we have nothing to announce on this topic." If Nintendo should announce availability for these at a later update, we'll make a new post.
Original Article:
At the end of Nintendo of Europe's ARMS Direct, a quick announcement of some special edition Splatoon 2 Switch accessories took place.
These include a colourful Pro controller with a fetching Splatoon 2 design as well as a case, both coming on 21st July along with the game. There will also be a neon red/blue Switch bundle which includes a copy of Splatoon 2. No information has been given yet regarding pricing.
Nintendo also announced a neon green and pink joy con set, which will be available sometime this Autumn. There's no word yet on whether or not these will be available in North America. We've reached out to Nintendo of America and will update this story once we receive word.
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Japan when that bundle comes:
Well, I was going to buy another pro controller this weekend, but I might hold off now and get that Splatoon one.
Hmm, shouldn't the Splatoon 2 coloured joycons come WITH the Switch bundle? Either way I'm interested.. really want a Kamen Rider Ex-Aid themed Switch.
The Splatoon bundle should have those Joy-con included.That neon green is going to looks superb together with the blue and yellow though.Hopefully the green isn't limited to the left Joy-con.
Now I kinda regret getting the Pro at launch, but that case looks nice.
@thesilverbrick You can just paint your Pro controller grips! ( like I did! )
Oh the bundle is an incredibly smart move. I just hope it's not too expensive. If it's the same price as the console on its own (unlikely but one can hope), then it'll be flying off shelves, especially in Japan. Either way, smart move, Nintendo.
Prefect for me because I plan to get my switch in August. Whether I'll get this bundle or not depends on whether the bundle works out cheaper or not. Plus, I'll be playing zelda btow first anyway
@Yoshis_VGM "unlikely"
Great, now all I need is black Joycons!
I like these joy cons, im looking forward for these and the case if only they come out sooner
I want those splatoon coloured joycons when I buy a Switch and now they're Japan-exclusive for who knows why, this is so infuriating.
If Splatoon gets it's own themed Joy-con and Pro controller then surely Mario will too.
Love Splatoon and it's option for dual analogs! Motion is trash, and all who disagree, I'll wave something about for a bit that you can leash onto. You still won't notice my button pushes.
Knew it was a good idea for me to hold off on getting a carrying case! I'm not so happy about the green and pink colours but I'm okay to wait a little longer if it means getting even more options. More Joycon colours are reassuring too though!
Not a fan of the Neon green & pink color though.
But I guess I'll take it if there's no other better bundle later this year.
Also, this opens up for other possible pro controller editions later on.
Splatoon 2 is my system seller. I'm soooo hyped for that game. I hope North America gets a Splatoon hardware bundle like this!!! This would be a day 1 purchase for me.
@cfgk24 The more I look at the pro controller, it's actually kind of lame. But the Joy-Con combination looks pretty tempting. I might hold out for that, if not for the green one alone. Nintendo is strangely hesitant to make hardware options that come in green, for some strange reason. I've already pre-ordered the yellow set that comes out next month with ARMS. I think I'm going to wind up with half a dozen different Joy-Con in a variety of colors. This is going to be my most expensive collection habit since amiibo...
@Mijzelffan There not Japan exclusive.These were shown by Nintendo UK.
Quick note: the handles on the Pro Controller are very easily removable. A single screw each and they just slide off, so you can always paint your own if you're brave enough.
That Pro Controller is BEAUTIFUL.
@OorWullie @DanteSolablood I'd guess they're just not in production (enough) to be ready for the launch on July 21st, but yes, that would be logical (and great).
@AlexOlney I have already done this ( can't figure out how to put a picture on this post lol)
...so why aren't the Splatoon color ones in the Splatoon bundle?
@Sakura It's possible that Nintendo originally meant for them to go into the bundle but got surprised by the success of the Switch & couldn't spare the manufacturing space on more joycons. It's sad as it's unlikely I'd ever buy a second pair of joycons just for the color.
With the Pro controller handles so easily removable you'd think they would be selling differently coloured ones separately. At least 3rd party's anyway.
They can't fill demand as it is but now have a splatoon bundle?
Called the Neon Green and Purple Joy Cons a while back, that pro controller though, that's a surprise! Glad I only purchased the one at launch now
Power Rangers switch bundle and I'll buy one! Cmon Bamco PR Mega Battle for switch!
@OorWullie the joycons are the wrong colour, I'd have to shell out another €80 to get the colours I want and be stuck with a set of colours I don't want.
@DanteSolablood They would make less money doing that, duh!
That Splatoon bundle is tempting. I still don't expect to grab a Switch this year, but if the bundle has a good price and E3 excites me, then ...
@Mijzelffan Ah you mean the Switch bundle with the themed Joy-con is Japan exclusive? I didn't know that.
@Yoshis_VGM i am more focused on weather or not the game will be physical or digital, but i do hope the price stays same even if its unlikely.
I like how the switch is getting a lot of different colours very early on for the joy cons. Hopefully the switch itself will get a few varieties soon.
Great. So I'll be getting the Yellow ARMS Joy-Cons, these Green and Pink ones, and that Pro Controller. I'll have more controllers than I've ver had for any system (4 pairs of JCs and two Pros) and we''ll only be a few months into launch!
Wowsers, ignore everything I said, there's some seriously funky splatter pattern going on on that Pro Controller.
@DanteSolablood yeah thats what I thought as well
@AlexOlney I didn't notice that,it looks fantastic.My Gamepad has wore the Splatoon case with pride for near 2 years.
Well I'll be. I expected stuff like this to be Japan only.
@AlexOlney That Pro controller is probably just black and your eyes are still messed up from the Sonic OC.
@IceClimbers Glad you got 1st post for that pic. I was going to make a comment about them never making enough to meet demand in Japan but your way was so much better.
@NEStalgia Maybe the bundles are only for Ireland where the Switch is apparently taking up space on store shelves. 😆
Joking aside, I watched the US version of the ND and didn't see any hardware of any type. Russia supposedly got an MK8D bundle so maybe they are being very regional w/ their region free device, b/c NintendoLogic.
I might skip Spla2oon but I still want the Joycon and the case. And the Switch bundle. Reggieeeeeeee!!!!!!!!
@SLIGEACH_EIRE This announcement was from Nintendo UK.
@OorWullie Read my updated comment. I just got in and assumed it was for Japan. I'll have to catch up on the Direct. Maybe tomorrow, though technically it is already tomorrow.
@thesilverbrick wise choice
That Pro Controller looks sweet! Too bad I already have a Pro Controller and the things arnt exactly cheap.
@DanteSolablood That's how they squeeze those last few notes and coins from your wallet.
Think I found the Switch bundle I'm gonna be getting! Those green & pink joy-cons looks super awesome too.
Lucky Europeans. I have my Switch, but if I didn't, this would be the bundle to get! Don't tempt me into getting a second Switch already by announcing this for NA, Nintendo...
Yay for more choices, hopefully they'll get done with all these ugly neon colors and start making some of the really nice fan mock ups of the gamecube and SNES colors!
Nintendo really needs to have a poll for colors. I'd have liked having two green LR Joy-cons.
@cfgk24 Wat ????
Whattt? Yes so glad I haven't dropped money on a pro controller yet, hope I can find one!
Of course NA misses the bus on this.
Oh well. Hopefully these aren't super limited edition and I can import them.
Loving the overall theme of these neon colored joy-cons for the Switch. Was hoping we might see a neon green joycon pop up at some point. Awesome to see it come true.
So Japan will be closing soon due to everyone gaming is what you are telling me?
Haven't got a pro controller yet but was going to for arms and splatoon, but guess I'll be waiting for this
Looks like I'm finally going to buy a Pro Controlle when this drops.
DAMNIT NOA!!! FIRST THE NEW 3DS AND NOW THIS!?!? I WANT THAT JOYCON SET! MAKE IT HAPPEN!!!!!
I expect these bundles and controller colors will be shown off for America at E3. That's the most likely reason why they held off making an announcement now. Otherwise, they are allergic to excess money, because why not have these available in America when everywhere else will get them.
Those Joy-cons and controllers do look lovely though. Now I wished I'd have waited for that special case instead of the standard Grey one that I got for my switch. How boring...
I don't want this to go under the radar as it's a better grip than Nintendo's. you can use it for handheld mode which is great
http://www.play-asia.com/separate-charging-grip-for-nintendo-switch/13/70b6ib
Good stuff. My guess is none of this is coming to North America because NoA is, well, NoA. I want to be wrong though.
@Mijzelffan but isn't the switch region-free
That bundle might make me consider getting a Switch... If it weren't exclusive to Japan and didn't cost more than a standard Switch.
They are releasing this in Europe and Japan if, IF Nintendo of America even dares to not have this in US; the outrage will be so damn big.
I have been waiting to buy a second Switch and I want it to be bundle with Splatoon 2, the case and the Green/Pink Joy-cons.
On a related note, I freaking hate that I already have a Pro controller. That Splatoon 2 Pro controller looks way too good.
It could have been a good excuse to pick up a second Pro Controller but wow, that's hideous. I'll just stick to a black one. The case looks cool at least.
Red JoyCon
Yellow JoyCon
Blue JoyCon
Pink JoyCon
Grey (Black) JoyCon
Green JoyCon...
Power Rangers confirmed for the Switch!
I need those Joy-Cons. Don't see the need for another Pro Controller, though.
Do want
@Lunapplebloom
"because why not have these available in America when everywhere else will get them."
Thats exactly how I feel about Europeans missing out 90% of the online services, products and content from American companies. Nintendo never loves Europe, with these kind of moments as exception :')
Yay, new bundle !
But, aw man.... Black Switch again ?
Cool, I like the Joy-cons.
The pro-controller is kinda ugly though. They should have kept the handles black, that would have looked a lot better. To be honest, I find it really weird that the handles are colored and the splat marks are black.. The opposite would have made a lot more sense to me.
Looks awesome I want the switch bundle I think the box looks sexy 😵
I knew they'd make neon joycons! They look great and so does that carry case!
I have a few friends that will get a "friendly reminder" to buy the bundle.
Heck I would just be happy to be able to comfortably justify buying any color version of the Joycon controller. I actually like the Joycons enough not to worry about getting a Pro Controller for Switch but have been waiting and getting very impatient that a 3rd party hasn't announced or released a cheaper option for a controller on Switch. If a 3rd party could come up with something Decent you would think they could make Millions as crazy as the Switch is jumping off the Shelves. I have to wonder if Nintendo is holding back 3rd party controller devs right now.
I want a pro-controller but right now, just don't have the cash to drop £60 on a controller when I want to buy so much content! Maybe a christmas pressie...
Make the pink and green joy-con part of the hardware bundle and sell it for £250. Then I might bite.
well, looks like I'll be picking up another Pro Controller and possibly new joy cons depending whats out around the same time.
Hello bankruptcy my old friend...
Is the bundle game physical or download??
Nintendo are committing wallet genocide here. I wonder if they'll release a Splatoon-themed Joy-Con grip as well...
The European Splatoon bundle is so unbelivably stupid though. Why, oh, why did they not include the Splatoon coloured Joy-Con?!
Well I don't need the new Joy-Con but that Pro Controller....I NEED THAT!!!! Kind of wish I had waited to buy one since I have the standard Switch Pro. It is my favourite controller but I'd love to have the Splatoon 2 one, especially since I plan to play Splatoon 2 pretty much exclusively with the Pro! I also have a lot of friends who want a Switch but are waiting for a bundle so that Splatoon 2 bundle better arrive here in Canada. It would definitely sell. Nintendo of America/Canada better bring these all to North America!
I wouldn't mind getting that Pro Controller as my first.
@rjejr Russia didn't get an official Mario Kart 8 bundle. The Russian Nintendo store bundled the game with the system themselves. The Splatoon themed accessories on the other hand have been announced for the whole of Europe and Japan.
@Mijzelffan You can still import the system from Japan, if it's that important to you. Language options on the system and game are the same worldwide.
I already have a pro controller, but those Joy-Con...I might cave, the look so much better than my grey ones!
@LiberatedAnimal hate all you want, but for aiming, motion Control combines with analogs gives you more precision.
God it looks like a Barney the Dinosaur theme Joy-Con!
But I still can't find a switch to bring home, not on the internet, not in local stores, what a screw up.
It's funny....I thought I really didn't like the red and blue joy cons. But seeing the prospect of 4 player Mario kart deluxe with a red, a blue, a green, and a pink actually works well as a color scheme for me.
I want the Mario Kart 8 case announced in Japan, I hope it will come to NA or I'll have to see if I can import it.
@scamander "The Russian Nintendo store bundled the game with the system themselves."
I stand corrected. But if it's the "Russian Nintendo store" as opposed to say some mom & pop video game store on a corner somewhere, I'd say that kind of makes it official. Even if it isn't a bundle per say, it's still Nintendo selling the console w/ other games included at no additional cost.
Not sure if you know this but the US has gotten the short end of the stick on a few games recently. I'm pretty sure Spaltoon was $60 in the US but $40 elsewhere. Captain Toad Treasure Tracker may have had something similar. Japan certainly gets the best, and most varied, swag though.
How am I going to get my hands on one neon green and yellow joycon!
I really hope Nintendo sells these as individuals or anyone willing to do some swapping when the time comes?
Don't care much for Splatoon, but will definitely get the green + pink joy-con
The nineties called, they want their neon pink&green back.
I pre-ordered the Splatoon Pro-Controller on Amazon. I can sell my plain black one to CEX for £43.
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