The Nintendo Switch 2 is still in its early stages, but some owners are already experiencing issues with the Joy-Cons’ analog sticks. The problem, known as “Joy-Con drift,” has plagued the original Switch and was only partially addressed by Nintendo.
According to producer Kouichi Kawamoto, the new Joy-Cons have larger and more durable thumb sticks, which may help spread out the wear on the stick sensors. However, early adopters are taking matters into their own hands by disassembling their controllers to check if the problem persists.
One Reddit post revealed that the markings on the Joy-Con 2’s seem to point to Alps technology, similar to the original Joy-Con sticks. The writer wonders if Joy-Con drift is back and whether Nintendo has truly avoided the issue with the Switch 2. Only time will tell if the new design can prevent stick drift from becoming a problem again.
The situation highlights the uncertainty surrounding the Switch 2’s performance, despite Nintendo’s claims of rebuilding the controllers from scratch this generation. As the console gains more popularity, it will be essential to monitor any potential issues and provide updates for users.
Source: https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/nintendo-switch-2-owners-are-ripping-apart-their-new-joy-cons-in-record-time-to-check-the-stick-drift-situation