When You Can Pre-Order the Switch 2 GameCube Controller

Oh wow, so get this — the whole GameCube controller thing for the Switch 2? Turns out you gotta be practically part of some secret club to get your hands on one of these things. Yeah, from May 8 to 12, lucky ones who snag invites from Nintendo itself can grab these controllers. It’s like Willy Wonka’s golden ticket! Only less chocolate and more gaming nostalgia.

And hey, for the rest of us mere mortals — all Switch Online subscribers, that is — May 13 becomes your day. Fingers on the trigger, folks, if you actually want one. $64.99 isn’t pocket change either. But it’s wireless. So there’s that. It’s mainly for Super Smash Bros. enthusiasts or anyone feeling brave enough to relive those GameCube glory days. Who even needs this thing to play the games on Switch 2? Turns out, nobody. But nostalgia has a strong pull, doesn’t it?

Now, here’s a twist — you can’t just waltz into a store and pre-order it. Nope. Gotta make your way through Nintendo directly. Those selected by the Nintendo gatekeepers (a.k.a., the chosen ones) will get first dibs. Makes me feel like I’m back in school and not picked for the kickball team or something.

Oh, did I mention these things will probably vanish quickly? Imagine GameCube controllers disappearing faster than ice in summer. Nintendo’s previous career record with the 64 controllers selling out makes that crystal clear. But hey, no pressure, right? If you just wanna enjoy those classic GameCube titles, rest easy. The controller’s not a must-have, just a nice-to-have.

And speaking of classics, hold onto your controllers — June 5 is when the Switch 2 launches, accompanied by a trio of iconic games: F-Zero GX, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, and Soulcalibur 2. Throwback Thursday came early. More are on the horizon, too. But dates? Yeah, your guess is as good as mine.

So, let me recap in the most roundabout way. Want a GameCube controller for Switch 2? You’ll need some divine intervention from Nintendo or just plain luck — invitations, limited stock, the whole nine yards. At least you don’t need one to dive into those oldie-but-goodie GameCube games. Maybe it’s more a matter of heart than necessity. Gosh, who would’ve thought I’d get all philosophical over a game controller? Anyway — or wait, was there something else? Ah, never mind, go enjoy some gaming, folks!