– Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 uses traditional analog potentiometer joysticks that can drift with wear.
– GuliKit TMR Joystick uses electromagnetic sensing (contactless) for drift-free, smoother control and is designed for easy solderless installation in Joy-Con 2.
– Pair price: $19.99/€19.99/£16.99; available on Amazon US/UK/DE (some other locales show listings but are unavailable).
– iFixit provides replacement guides (video and written) and sells the GuliKit TMR Joystick for $24.99, plus a $29.99 tools bundle.
While the Nintendo Switch 2’s Joy-Con 2 controllers boast new features, they still use traditional analog potentiometer joysticks. And unlike Hall Effect or TMR joysticks, they are likely to suffer from stick drift after wearing. While, you can simply purchase a third-party controller, you can also simply swap the joysticks for a better one, such as a GuliKit TMR joysticks.
GuliKit TMR Joystick Overview
The GuliKit TMR joystick uses electromagnetic sensing for smoother and precise control, a approach that feels almost futuristic, yet you can sense its advantages in practice. It also has a contactless design, so there’s no physical wear, and thus no possibility of stick drift. It is also designed to be easily installed into your Joy-Con 2 controller as there’s no need for soldering, which saves time and nerves.
Pricing & Availability
Priced at $19.99/€19.99/£16.99 for a pair (left and right thumbsticks), the GuliKit TMR Joystick for Joy-Con 2 is available to buy now. It is listed by retailers in the US, UK, and DE. There are also listings for the thumbsticks on local retailer websites for France, Italy, and Spain, but they are currently listed as unavailable. Those in the Netherlands can also pick it up on their local retailer website.
Guides & Accessories
The folks at iFixit have released a video detailing how to replace the old thumbsticks on the Joy-Con 2 with GuliKit’s. There’s a written guide for those who prefer text over video. iFixit also sells the GuliKit TMR Joystick for Joy-Con 2, although it’s more expensive at $24.99. They also have a $29.99 bundle that includes the pair of joysticks and the tools you need for the replacement.


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