In addition to the SWITCH 2 edition, Nintendo adds the Gamecube library to the Switch online + expansion package. If you want to experience this game library in the most authentic possible way (beyond the actual things), you will want one of the new Gamecube controllers.
This looks like the original Gamecube controller, but also contains wireless capabilities and includes additional buttons like C -Gumba – as seen on other Switch 2 controllers. These purple controllers will release again on June 5 (The same date as Switch 2) And Nintendo has now confirmed the dates you will be able to buy them if you are headquartered in North America.
Recipients of an early purchase invitation will be able to pick them up between 8. May – – May 12and then starting May 13These controllers will be open to “paid membership membership owners Nintendo Switch”. They'll bring you back 64,99 USD / 84,99 USD And there is a limit of one purchase to a Nintendo account.
“From 5/8/25 – 5/12/25Limited to Nintendo Switch 2 Recipients of an invitation to access early purchases. Initial 13.5.25.Open to paid network owners Nintendo Switch. “
These controllers are already available for pre -registration in other parts of the world. Keep in mind, they are also “optional” and are not Need to play Nintendo Gamecube on Switch 2. However, if you want to experience this new Retro game library, it is exclusively available on Switch 2. This concrete controller is also “only compatible” with the Switch 2 system, Nintendo states. He will obviously work with other games, but there may be some “problems”.
