[Nintendo] Two official wireless NES controllers for Switch $44.99

Jan 12th, 2022 6:50 pm

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merciscool [OP]: Deal Addict; Dec 2, 2007; 1130 posts; 266 upvotes; Saskatchewan

Jan 12th, 2022 6:50 pm

[Nintendo] Two official wireless NES controllers for Switch $44.99

Deal Link:: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct ... LyddohGFGd
Price:: 44.99
Expiry:: February 2, 2022
Retailer:: Nintendo

Not sure how hot this is, or if it's been lower in the past, but if you're an Nintendo Online member, they've discounted a two pack of wireless NES controllers to $44.99, down from the regular $79.99.

Expires Feb 2, 2022.

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Jan 12th, 2022 6:56 pm

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tietherope: Deal Fanatic; Nov 26, 2008; 8244 posts; 6601 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 6:56 pm

I'm tempted, but it's two buttons. I can continue using the pro controller no problem.

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Jan 12th, 2022 8:09 pm

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Ausmack: Deal Addict; Aug 13, 2019; 1487 posts; 2551 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 8:09 pm

Price in title

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Jan 12th, 2022 8:13 pm

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Adubsthoughts: Sr. Member; Oct 20, 2009; 518 posts; 694 upvotes; Beeton

Jan 12th, 2022 8:13 pm

Would say the deal is pretty decent. Not sure these go on sale that often? I bought these in December '19....checked my receipt, $38.99 was what I paid on sale. Yes, I know you can't go back in time, just saying.

Couldn't tell you how good they are as they are still in the packaging LOL. I'm a Nintendo/video game hoarder and my kids don't allow me time to play.

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Jan 12th, 2022 8:23 pm

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Third Eye: Deal Addict; Feb 25, 2007; 3537 posts; 3151 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 8:23 pm

Wish SNES ones were available at this price.

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Jan 12th, 2022 8:55 pm

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smooth1975: Member; Jan 27, 2010; 280 posts; 134 upvotes; Terrana

Jan 12th, 2022 8:55 pm

Nice find! Good for collectors!

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Jan 12th, 2022 9:04 pm

#7

hssironman: Deal Addict; Nov 7, 2013; 1766 posts; 1035 upvotes; Toronto

Jan 12th, 2022 9:04 pm

Thanks OP. Picked up a set for nostalgia purposes.

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Jan 12th, 2022 9:34 pm

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SUBJECT: Jr. Member; Oct 11, 2020; 183 posts; 316 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 9:34 pm

does it come with the games?

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:01 pm

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kathkath: Member; Mar 13, 2006; 440 posts; 272 upvotes; Toronto, ON

Jan 12th, 2022 10:01 pm

I tried to look for it, but couldn't find the answer. Does anyone know if these controllers would work with just dance 2022?

<3

Jan 12th, 2022 10:03 pm

#10

dvdvideo: Deal Addict; Sep 10, 2001; 3616 posts; 1558 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 10:03 pm

Nintendo, still overpriced at half price.......these must cost at least $10 to make a pair though.......

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:14 pm

#11

razrsharp: Deal Addict; Feb 19, 2008; 4102 posts; 3471 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 10:14 pm

$9 shipping. Kills it for me, $61 all in. I'll stick to my 8bitdo or Pro remote for the occasional playing of limited NES games on Switch. Super tempting tho.

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:17 pm

#12

Scott86: Deal Addict; Jun 14, 2011; 1781 posts; 1215 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 10:17 pm

SUBJECT wrote: ↑ does it come with the games?

... yes. Why else would nintendo sell them if they didnt work with the games?
Just keep in mind they pretty much ONLY work with the NES games. I think the only reason a person would have to buy these is as collectors items. 8bitdo sells an SNES pad for i think around $45 that'll actually work with most switch games, including the classic NES/SNES games. Cheaper, better ergonomics, supports way more games, etc... but does not have the nostalgic feel. If you're a practical person, thats a better option.
(or just go get the 8bitdo SN30 pro 2, which is almost objectively the best controller for all the classic games, and 3D games if you like a Playstation layout controller)

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:30 pm

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hackslash: Sr. Member; Sep 21, 2005; 974 posts; 35 upvotes; TORONTO

Jan 12th, 2022 10:30 pm

Can you use the 8bitdo on the Switch without the USB dongle?

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:30 pm

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Idlehands: Deal Addict; Sep 23, 2009; 1542 posts; 1683 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 10:30 pm

Scott86 wrote: ↑ ... yes. Why else would nintendo sell them if they didnt work with the games?

COME with... not WORK with.

And no. The answer is no.

RFD: Pick any two.

In stock
Low Price
Quality Product

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:37 pm

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Scott86: Deal Addict; Jun 14, 2011; 1781 posts; 1215 upvotes

Jan 12th, 2022 10:37 pm

hackslash wrote: ↑ Can you use the 8bitdo on the Switch without the USB dongle?

yes. The usb dongle is to use generic BT controllers(or other systems controllers that use BT) with the switch. Plug it in and dual shock4, Xbox One, Gamesir or steelseries, etc... will work with the switch.
The switch-compatible controllers dont even come with a dongle, you just turn the controller on in "switch mode"(home button + A i think. The other buttons set it to direct input, x input) and it should pair like a switch pro controller.

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Jan 12th, 2022 10:48 pm

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Auditore212: Deal Fanatic; Mar 19, 2010; 7343 posts; 6627 upvotes; Toronto

Jan 12th, 2022 10:48 pm

kathkath wrote: ↑ I tried to look for it, but couldn't find the answer. Does anyone know if these controllers would work with just dance 2022?

Honestly, I doubt it. I don't think these controllers have nearly the same tech as the joycons to allow for accurate tracking. I would stick with joycons or the smartphones.

With Koodo Mobile ($25 credit)

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Jan 13th, 2022 12:10 am

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merciscool [OP]: Deal Addict; Dec 2, 2007; 1130 posts; 266 upvotes; Saskatchewan

Jan 13th, 2022 12:10 am

SUBJECT wrote: ↑ does it come with the games?

No, but being that it’s a sale for people who have the Nintendo Online membership, there are a bunch of NES and SNES games included for being a paid subscription member. SNES is irrelevant to your question, since these don’t have the required amount of buttons to play them, but just wanted you to be informed of what the membership offers for included game content.

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Jan 13th, 2022 12:37 am

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Tw1tch: Member; Jun 22, 2009; 259 posts; 59 upvotes

Jan 13th, 2022 12:37 am

activated a 7 day free trial I had in " my nintendo" rewards and still can't purchase them due to not having a nintendo online membership.. I guess I'll pass

Jan 13th, 2022 5:03 am

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Belickade: Newbie; Aug 12, 2015; 90 posts; 105 upvotes; Alberta

Jan 13th, 2022 5:03 am

Tw1tch wrote: ↑ activated a 7 day free trial I had in " my nintendo" rewards and still can't purchase them due to not having a nintendo online membership.. I guess I'll pass

Was going to do the same thing but at the bottom of the page it states:

"Offer not available for free trial holders."

The best we can do as a non-member would be to add $5 to the price (cost of a 1 month membership).

I'm thinking of purchasing a family plan. Anyone interested in joining?

Jan 13th, 2022 5:48 am

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captainjay09: Member; Jun 6, 2018; 343 posts; 453 upvotes

Jan 13th, 2022 5:48 am

I paid full price for these and even then I got my worth out of them playing the nes online games. Battery life is awesome in them and feels like a real nes controller. I was having a hard time playing nes game with the pro controller and the buttons being on a angle. These fixed that problem

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