Accessory maker PDP has released some brand new controllers for the Nintendo Switch, including one which uses LED lights to put on a small light display as you play.
The Afterglow Deluxe+ Audio Wired Controller has a full-colour range of dimmable Prismatic LED lights tucked away inside its transparent casing. Players can cycle through the rainbow of colours and set their favourite, or have the colours change with the movement of the sticks while playing. The controller also features dual programmable paddle-style back buttons and a 3.5mm jack that supports integrated game audio and voice chat (for games that can actually use it, such as Fortnite).
It's officially licensed by Nintendo and comes with a 10-foot, detachable cord for plenty of room to play. You can get it right now from Amazon for $29.99, and you can see it in action in the video below at around the 4:24 mark:
PDP has also just released the Rock Candy Wired Controller, also for Switch. These vibrantly coloured controllers have clear polycarbonate shells that let you see into the controller's inner circuitry. Colours include Stormin’ Cherry, Cosmoberry, Blu-merang, and Pineapple Pop.
These are also available from Amazon for $19.99.
What do you think? Are you liking the look of these? Let us know if you're thinking of getting one with a comment below.
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I liked the afterglow for xbox 360 although i never turned the leds on as they were way too bright and distracting
These are also coming to Argos in the UK. They have the links up but none in stock yet. That yellow Rock Candy one will be mine.
Pretty good controllers, had one for the Wii U! Was a great alternative to the official Pro Controller.
@smithpa01 i feel that could be a hindrance on late night gaming sessions...which are personally my favorite times to play games.
Wow these look great. Is build quality solid? I love my Pro Controller, it still feels like a brick after two years, but man they're pricey if you want new gear.
Are there any other Switch controllers out there with headphone jacks? The PS4 has spoiled me in this regard: I just love plugging my headphones directly into the controller and having the audio stream directly into my ears.
Since Grid came out, I've got one question for all new controllers, does it have analog triggers?
Wired is instant no buy. Hopefully soon we will get a pro style controller that's wireless and has a jack. Don't know what hurdles that need to be jumped to make that happen but I would buy one without question!
The bright light on the PS4 controllers would drive me nuts until I found some cool little stickers to cover it up. I'm sure this controller is not for me.
@BarefootBowser I, for one, fully support fairy light/controller relationships.
@Octorok385 I have a wired PowerA with similar sticks and they drift so bad. Not convinced for that price at all.
@Jayofmaya That's unfortunate, thanks though. I do have a wired black controller that's BotW themed that drifted out of the box. It's a real shame.
@BarefootBowser
Saying that you don't want to see it is the same as saying that you're not okay with it. My right joy-con is marrying my bedside lamp tomorrow. Personally, it will be the happiest day of my life. Although I am worried that the left joy-con will cause them to drift apart...
@BarefootBowser
Just back off. They love one another. And the lamp is already pregnant. I can't wait for the birth of their Joy-Shone. It will be loved.
@BarefootBowser
Cheers man, that was great fun! 😆
I got their blinky Wii U controller in a Christmas gift exchange. It's fine. It works. But it's not as high quality as Nintendo is known for.
I have been using my 8bitdo controllers so much my pro controller has dust on it. The only time I pull it out is for FPS's and Mario cart other wise I use the SN30 pro and the N30Pro2. I actually have one sn30 that has a bunk d pad. It came with my super NT. I think one rainy day I will change out the d pad.
I find the led light in the PS4 controller distracting enough. I don't need a rave whenever I'm playing a video game.
An official see through controller would be awesome though.
@Octorok385 Personally had their Wii U controllers, did a rock solid job for half the price of the official ones.
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