Key Takeaways
1. The Switch 2 has set records as Nintendo’s most sought-after console at launch.
2. Users are reporting battery swelling and Joy-Con issues, separate from the known stick drift problem.
3. A Reddit user shared a video showing the left Joy-Con malfunctioning, not registering as connected.
4. Troubleshooting attempts, like restarting and recalibrating, have not resolved the Joy-Con issue.
5. If problems persist, users may need to return to GameStop for a replacement console or Joy-Cons.
The Switch 2 has set multiple records, making it the most sought-after console at its launch for Nintendo. Nevertheless, it hasn’t escaped some issues and negative feedback. Recently, reports of battery swelling have surfaced, along with Joy-Con problems raised by users on Reddit. Interestingly, this time, it seems the issue isn’t related to the stick drift that has affected the original Switch Joy-Cons.
Joy-Con Malfunction
A Reddit user named IcyBoi23 posted a video (linked below) on the NintendoSwitch2 subreddit that shows the left Joy-Con behaving oddly. The left stick appears to be stuck downward, not in a physical sense but regarding its input. Even when the Joy-Con is connected to the handheld, it doesn’t register as connected in the controller settings. The video indicates that the controller is charged, ruling out a low battery problem.
Troubleshooting Attempts
Despite restarting the console, the issue persisted. The user noted that the Switch 2 had been docked all day, so everything should’ve been fully charged upon returning. Furthermore, removing the Joy-Cons and placing them in the charging grip did not rectify the situation.
Some users have suggested that this doesn’t appear to be a stick drift issue and that recalibrating the controller might help. Others recommended restarting the handheld through the settings. A few comments mentioned that when detaching the left Joy-Con for the first time, the user might have accidentally touched the left joystick, potentially causing it to lock in that input. Resetting the console could be the solution to this problem.
The Next Steps
If all else fails, the user may need to return to GameStop for a replacement of either the Joy-Cons or the entire console. It’s likely that GameStop will opt to replace the entire console, requiring the user to buy the warranty again.
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