Yesterday, Nintendo gave us a solid release date for Dragon Quest XI S, which arrives on Switch on September 27th. It was also revealed that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is getting a generous helping of Dragon Quest content, and Dragon Quest Builders 2 is also Switch-bound this year.
As if that wasn't enough Dragon Quest news, we can now reveal that Square Enix is releasing a special Hori-made Slime controller for the Nintendo Switch.
Due for launch in Japan this September, it acts as a Pro Controller and has all of the usual stuff – including motion controls, rather pleasingly. The thing that sets this apart from your traditional Pro Controller clone is that it looks like a Slime from the Dragon Quest series.
It gets better, though; not only does this controller look amazing, it comes with a stand which turns it into an attractive piece of desk furniture. Heck, you can even pop a cute little crown on its head.
Our pals over at Push Square reviewed the PS4 version a while back, and said "The HORI Slime Controller is undoubtedly a nice thing to have in your possession. Much like the Dragon Quest series itself, there's a friendly charm to the pad. Whether it's sat on your desk or nestled in your hands, it's an odd but delightful product".
[source kotaku.com, via store.jp.square-enix.com]
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It doesn't look very comfortable to hold/use.
I have the PS4 one. I am incredibly tempted to get this one as well.
So wierd that it is a must have!
A cool Collector's piece, but probably not something I would actually use for day-to-day play. Anyone remember the Resident Evil 4 chainsaw controller? Awful to use, but great for display purposes - I would expect both of these fit in the same category.
I totally hella agree, cuteness overload!
See? Even HORI is getting in on the Labo idea with that 'stand'!
That's a neat little novelty, though
I know what I'm doing with my money
That's definitely neat looking
LOL, supercute, I want it!
I bet someone will win a Smash tournament with this controller.
Well it is still better than the Dreamcast controller! lol
Pretty adorable but can't imagine using it.
We have nearly that same chest stand, it came with Zelda Yahtzee.
@ricardosteve Based on video reviews it sounds like it actually is pretty comfortable. It sure looks awesome to me!
Is it wireless?
Definitely might have to get this.
As soon as play asia gets preorders, this shall be mine!
Lmao I love the “hella cute” in the title
It doesn't look very comfortable to be honest. Cute but impractical.
@Dethmunk
Do you actually use it to play games with? Is it a good controller? If so I'm tempted.
I think this game works very fine with rpg games that are easy. Intensive games like fighting games this might be not the right one
Ugh, I need this in my life.
@Luna_110 Its a Slime it's supposed to be comfortable LOL
in all seriosness though everyone I've heard from says it's actually pretty comfortable.
looks slightly better than a chainsaw controller but only slightly better
Together with the RE4 chainsaw controller this must be the most out there controller that despite looking uncomfortable seems like a real "must-have" for the fans. Please tell me I'm missing some other amazing controller designs, I'd love to find out about other such ridiculous but brilliant ideas.
P.S.: I know about the regular N64 controllers that seem to require 3 hands.
Wow they brought it back! I remember this controller being released on something like the PS2 back in the day.
I still have my PS2 Slime controller. Beware that thing got gunked up mysteriously despite rarely if ever actually being played with.
Maybe the chemicals in the plastic?
@Shambo I never understood why some people think you need to use the analog stick and d-pad at the same time on the N64 when there were no games that supported that.
@KingMike I have had a few controllers that I owned get mysteriously ruined despite barely being used, it is definitely the type of plastic or materials they used breaking down over time, I heard it has a lot to do with the oil they used for a soft touch material.
@JayJ "... that seem to require 3 hands."
I've played enough N64 to know it simply provides options for left-hand or right-hand use of the analog stick for example, providing smooth character movement in platform games or camera movement in shooting games, I even played RE4 with the chainsaw controller that seems like it requires fuel and safety pants
Sweet we gey our own slimy controller! What a time to be alive
@ricardosteve
They are actually really comfortable controllers. I have the Playstation 2 version, and I played through the entirety of Dragon Quest 8 with it and also used it to play through the PS1 game, Ace Combat 3, on the Ps2 with it, too. It really is a lovely design.
@KingMike I had the same problem, it occurred after I tried to clean it with water and fairy liquid. The solution is to use instead a bit of rubbing alcohol. Anything else and it gets super sticky on contact.
Ahh, good ol' reused PS2 controller mold <3 How I miss it.
@RadoGoji How does the PS4 one handle? I haven’t checked any reviews.
Awww. It's cute
@BlueMage Lots of folks say it's uncomfortable to hold, which is understandable. I personally wouldn't go that far, though it does take some getting used to, and the D-pad is at a slightly wonky angle. I played the majority of DQXI with this and had no issues.
Bought the ps4 version a while back and made a nice bit of coin reselling it some time later, may do the same with this one. Such an odd controller.
@60frames-please That's interesting, I still have my PS2 slime controller and it is as uncomfortable as it looks.
I don't have a Pro Controller, but depending on the price it could be my first one, although I doubt it leaves Japan, and it will be much sought after.
@RadoGoji is it comfortable?
@Starcakes Ok, good to know. I want this Switch slime controller, but not if it's uncomfortable.
@Fred13 Not as much as a standard controller, but not bad in my opinion.
Looks very weird, but cool.
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