When I reviewed the Switch 2 back in June, I noted that the lack of any sort of extended grip on the extremely thin Joy-Con 2 controllers made them relatively awkward to hold, both when connected to the system and when cradled in separate hands. At the time, I said that “my Switch 2 will probably need something like the Nyxi Hyperion Pro, which I’ve come to rely on to make portable play on the original Switch much more comfortable.”
Over half a year later, Nyxi is once again addressing my Switch controller-related comfort concerns with the Hyperion 3, which was made available for preorder earlier this week ahead of planned March 1 shipments. Unfortunately, it looks like players will have to pay a relatively high price for a potentially more ergonomic Switch 2 experience.
While there are plenty of third-party controllers for the Switch 2, none of the current options mimic the official Joy-Cons’ ability to connect magnetically to the console tablet itself (controllers designed to slide into the grooves on the original Switch tablet also can’t hook to the successor console). The Hyperion 3 is the first Switch 2 controller to offer this magnetic connection, making it uniquely suited for handheld play on the system.
This sounds like an exciting development for Switch 2 users! It’s great to see solutions being addressed for comfort and usability. Looking forward to seeing how this new controller enhances the gaming experience!
Absolutely! It’s impressive how the gaming community continues to innovate and address these issues. A well-designed controller can really enhance the overall gaming experience and make long sessions much more comfortable.
I agree, it’s fascinating to see how quickly companies respond to user feedback. This new controller design not only addresses the Joy-Con issue but also opens up possibilities for better ergonomics in gaming.