Get ready to dust off those classic controllers! Overseas gaming accessory brand Retro Fighters has announced the "Battle Dock," a dedicated controller adapter for the Nintendo Switch 2. The coolest part? This ingenious device lets you plug your beloved Nintendo GameCube controllers directly into the Nintendo Switch 2. What's even more unique is how it works: it snaps right onto the official Switch 2 dock. This reveal has certainly sparked a buzz among players!
The "Battle Dock" features a base designed to perfectly fit the official Switch 2 dock, topped with a front panel. This panel sports four GameCube controller ports, giving the whole setup a fantastic, straight-up homage to the front of the original GC console. Those slots below the ports? They look like memory card slots, but they're just for show – no actual function there.
Two USB cables extend from the back of the product; once plugged into the Switch 2 dock's USB ports, the front controller slots spring to life, ready for your GameCube controllers. Retro Fighters clarifies that this is essentially a USB adapter for controllers, and they've put extra effort into minimizing latency, achieving around 1ms (with a polling rate of approximately 1000Hz). For "Super Smash Bros." enthusiasts, nostalgic gamers, or anyone who swears by the GC controller's feel, this is definitely worth considering.
It's no secret that GameCube controllers have a surprisingly wide range of uses, and both Nintendo and third-party manufacturers have consistently released related accessories. While the GameCube console itself is over two decades old, its controllers and peripherals remain popular, with a dedicated fanbase still cherishing them.
Enter the "Battle Dock." Its biggest draw is how it seamlessly integrates with the official Switch 2 dock, making your console look like it's transformed into a GameCube. Just plug in your controllers and you're ready to game, supporting up to four players for some epic local multiplayer. All this for a price tag of $39.99.
This product actually made its debut last July and successfully completed its crowdfunding campaign. Retro Fighters updated backers on January 20th, stating that testing is progressing smoothly and final test samples are expected soon, paving the way for mass production. However, it's crucial to note that this is not an officially licensed Nintendo product. While this might raise some eyebrows, the brand has a solid track record of releasing well-regarded controllers for various home consoles.
▼ Many Japanese netizens have also given it a thumbs-up, acknowledging the enduring practicality of the GameCube controller.
via： automaton