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Re: Poll: So, Which Switch OLED Did You Buy?

G1_Laserbeak

@Savino in my opinion it's worth the upgrade, especially if you play handheld a lot. It's not only the screen that's been updated, the whole build of the system is much more robust. My day 1 Switch felt very delicate in comparison. For example the new fan grate is much stronger with thicker plastic, so hopefully won't be prone to cracking or breaking off like previous.

Re: Soapbox: Joy-Con Aren't Perfect, But They're Great For Sick Day Gaming

G1_Laserbeak

I'd like to know how many people who complain about drift have actually tried cleaning them (not talking taking them apart!). I've only ever had one Joy-Con from day 1 get sticky (not-drift) and a bit of contact cleaner under the seal sorted it fine. Used my original pair and subsequent pair for hundreds of hours without issue. My original joy-con are a little looser now but that's pretty normal with any joystick.
In my opinion they're no worse than any other controller for drifting. I've had multiple DualShock 4's drift as have friends, same with Xbox controllers, so it's a very common problem.

Re: Nintendo Says It's Continuously Working On Improving Joy-Con Durability, But Wear Is "Unavoidable"

G1_Laserbeak

All joystick controllers can develop drifting. I've had multiple PS4 controllers that have, but normally it's just dust/dirt and easily fixed with a bit of contact cleaner or canned air.
I've had my Switch since launch and my originally Joy-Con are fine, as are my 2nd pair and both my Pro Controllers, and I've played a lot in handheld including things like Doom 2016 which are heavy on joysticks.
Drifting will never go away, pure and simple. Just keep things clean and they'll last much longer.