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The Nintendo Switch system software (also known by its codename Horizon) [3] is an updatable firmware and operating system used by the Nintendo Switch video game console. It is based on a proprietary microkernel .
In December 2018, Nintendo also released two Joy-Con variants with designs resembling classic Nintendo Entertainment System and Nintendo Famicom controllers, available exclusively to individuals with an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription. The Famicom variants were only available to Nintendo Switch Online members in Japan.
The main controllers usable on the Nintendo Switch include the Joy-Con and Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. In addition, Nintendo has also released the Poké Ball Plus controller, made for Pokémon: Let's Go and Pokémon Sword and Shield, [19] and a Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller made for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Super Mario 3D All-Stars.
A Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, a typical modern gamepad A gamepad is a type of video game controller held in two hands, where the fingers (especially thumbs) are used to provide input. They are typically the main input device for video game consoles .
The Switch also supports a wireless controller, called Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, which has a more traditional design reminiscent of the Wii Classic Controller Pro and Wii U Pro Controller. The Pro Controller connects to the Switch via wireless Bluetooth communication, and is charged through a standard USB-C port on the controller.
The controller's battery takes around 6 hours to fully charge, and is user-replaceable with the same battery (CTR-003) as the 3DS/2DS handheld game consoles and Wii U Pro Controllers. [8] When fully charged, the battery duration for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller lasts for around 40 hours. [8] The controller uses a USB-C connector for charging.
A Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, a typical modern two-stick gamepad. A gamepad, also known as a joypad, is held in both hands with thumbs and fingers used to provide input. Gamepads can have a number of action buttons combined with one or more omnidirectional control sticks or buttons. Action buttons are generally handled with the digits on ...
The Nintendo Test Station is a diagnostic device developed by Nintendo to test NES accessories. Intended for use in authorized service centers as part of the Nintendo World Class Service program (introduced in the May–June 1990 issue of Nintendo Power ), the device can detect problems with AV cables, power supplies, and game controllers.