To celebrate the release of Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time on the Nintendo Switch, accessory maker PowerA will be releasing a brand new enhanced wired Pro Controller. It's scheduled to arrive on 30th March and pre-orders are available now.
If you've used a PowerA controller for Switch before, then you should already know what to expect. Obviously, there are also a few setbacks, as this third-party controller does not support HD rumble, IR, motion or NFC functionality.
"Officially Licensed by Nintendo, this POWER A enhanced wired Controller for Nintendo looks amazing and plays even better. Each Controller features gorgeous designs and is engineered to ensure optimal in-game performance and reliability. Program two mappable advanced gaming Buttons on-the-fly, plug into the 3.5mm stereo audio jack, and enjoy hours of gaming with super-comfortable ergonomics. Includes a 10ft (3M) USB-C cable, plus POWER A backs all products for 2-years to reinforce quality commitment. For use only while Switch is docked. Does not support HD rumble, IR, motion controls, or amiibo NFC."
PowerA is also taking pre-orders for a Crash-themed Nintendo Switch carry case. This case will arrive on 20th March.
Would you be interested in a PowerA controller with Crash Bandicoot on it? How about the console carry case? Leave a comment down below.
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Comments 21
How about they celebrate with a UK physical release?!
Funny how a third party accessory manufacturer can... manufacture and distribute a Crash 4 product, but Activision's UK/EU department can't do the same for the game it's based on 🤔🤷🏻♂️
I absolutely love the powerA designs but why can't they add motion, HD rumble (or some form of rumble) and amiibo support? These controllers are not worth £30 - £40 and to top it off they take batteries instead of being recharged. Hopefully one day they can make them similar to the pro controller
If only it weren't wired it would be used every day in this house.
Why cant I find the carry case on UK amazon anywhere?
The UK is one of the biggest markets for Crash but Activison is rewarding us with no physical release and seemingly no way to get the themed peripherals.
Looks cool and probably would get it, but PowerA controllers suck. Don’t last over a month without becoming unusable and have to be returned.
@UltimateOtaku91 Just FYI the newer wireless models now have in built batteries and motion controls. Still no rumble or NFC mind you but I don't believe any other officially licensed controller offer this besides the Pro controller.
https://www.powera.com/product/enhanced-wireless-controller-for-nintendo-switch-pikachu-025/
@Kiz3000 The wireless ones have always had motion controls as far as I know (my older model does) but interesting they now have built in batteries!
I like the controller but l don't play the games so l wouldn't get it. But nice colors
@Gavintendo Activision is a cancer to the games industry, that's why. All they care about are lootboxes and battle royale.
I just picked up the Super Mario Power A controller.
It is very good.
It has motion controls, rechargeable built in battery and looks great.
The only thing it is missing is rumble.
Great controller for the price.
My kids love it
This would be great if they didn't drift, but that case HMM.
Is it gonna be digital only in Europe as well?
We have some plain black PowerA controllers for £15 in work (b&m). Any more comments on the quality of their stuff?
Makes me think he has a chance to be in smash
@andyg1412 My kid bought me a Zelda wired controller about a year ago. Looked great, felt okay, worked for less than a month before the A button stopped registering.
The art style kinda reminds me of if Crash were a cartoon done by the same people who did Samurai Jack.
Only a digital controller in Europe though
@JasmineDragon don't think I'll bother getting one then, cheers!
@andyg1412 Conversely, my first Power A Mario pad lasted just over 3 years before it started to drift on the left analogue stick, but then it only cost £20. I picked up another Animal Crossing themed one six months ago, which is still working as new. For the money, they are decent controllers.
The design on that is DOPE! 100x better than the usual uninspired official designs
Just a shame it's WIRED!
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