If you're yet to pick up the NES controllers designed to be used with the Nintendo Switch, now wouldn't be a bad time to take the plunge.
Nintendo has reduced the price of the controllers for a limited time; until 31st May, you can order a pack of two for £33.49, down from their usual price of £49.99. You'll need to add shipping onto that price, however, which can be pretty pricey depending on your region.
If you want to treat yourself a little more, you can also get a pair of the controllers alongside a Nintendo Switch Online subscription. It's £51.48 to get a pair with an Individual 12-month membership, or £64.98 if you want a Family membership.
They might be pricey, but they're definitely the most faithful way of enjoying all of the classic NES games now available on Switch and 33% off is better than nothing!
Let us know if you treat yourself to a shiny new set of NES controllers with a comment below.
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Not terribly interesting. Discounts are nice, but I want more real content.
GBA, Game Boy and N64 games when?
@Heavyarms55 So why bother to read the article, or comment ?
I love retrogaming but I’m sorry you’re mad if you buy these, just go for a comfortable 8-bit do controller instead.
@617Sqn
Well how else people get their complains out in the air if not reading the article that doesn't interest them. Or not even reading the article, just reading the headline.
I've been thinking of these but I don't think I play enough those NES games to justify myself to buy.
@Deanster101 except for when they stop working on you just at the six-month mark.....
@Magrane ouch sorry to hear that, I’ve had a couple for almost a year and no problems so far, and they’re excellent for feel and build quality.
I already have my NES and SNES Switch controllers. Love them. They work for other games, besides just the NES & SNES games too. Not every game, but a lot of games.
@Finntendo Email the company instead of open air venting 😊
£13,40 to Ireland. I forgot why I didn't order them when they were first released. Now I remember why.
Yup same that's an insane shipping price. I've gotten things from the US and Japan for less
I got them when they discounted in the USA and they are fun. Silly charging solution, but they are great. Waiting for SNES stuff to go on sale
I've recently cancelled my Switch online and unfortunately this does absolutely nothing to change that.
On another note, play Resident evil 4 with a SNES pad, copes pretty well.
Cool Cool but I need SNES one now~!!
Never will I ever buy something from the shop again. Bought the SNES controller 2,5 months ago. Still waiting, Nintendo says they sent it, DPD says they did not. Track and Trace code never worked. No refund yet. They won’t even answer my e-mails about the issue anymore. Nintendo is very poor with their customer service.
@KoopaTheQuick I’m just saying there are more comfortable retro controllers which allow me to enjoy the NES games more without my hands cramping up after 5 minutes. Like I said the 8 Bit do controllers are excellent for use on both the NES and SNES libraries.
I play my classic games with my 8bitdo SN30 Pro+.
Hell, I play my modern games with it. Damn fine controller. Best 3rd party controller I've had. Better than a lot of 1st party controllers, honestly.
These still say out of stock from my NA store. I don't think I've ever seen them available here, but I'd buy a set of both if I could.
I’m waiting for a SNES controller discount
@Cyrax77 aw that’s a shame. I ordered posters from my Nintendo they sent the wrong ones then realised and sent me the correct ones so I’ve six instead of three. Just lucky I guess
I like them. I just wish they were more useful in other nes games outside of the online console. Unable to change NES buttons even with that new update.
I’d jump at them if they we’re Bluetooth but as I own a Lite I’d have no way to charge them so I’ll invest in a Pro controller or an 8BitDo
@617Sqn Golly, I guess it was so terrible of me to have my own opinion.
So, does Nintendo finally accept PayPal for these?
Like most Germans, i don't use a Credit Card. This is a real problem here, they need to start accepting other payment methods.
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