Nintendo Unveils First Official Color Variants for Switch 2 Joy-Cons
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Nintendo has announced its first official color variants for the Switch 2, introducing Light Purple and Light Green Joy-Cons set for a February 12 release at $99.99.
Nintendo has announced the first alternate color options for the Switch 2 hardware ecosystem. Set to launch on February 12, 2026, the new Light Purple and Light Green Joy-Cons arrive as the initial wave of custom hardware options following the hybrid console's release last year. Players can already secure pre-orders through the official Nintendo Store, with the controllers priced at $99.99 for the pair, matching the standard red and blue launch configurations.
The design approach for these new colorways follows a distinct aesthetic. Unlike the fully saturated color shells seen throughout the original Nintendo Switch lifecycle, these new Switch 2 controllers maintain a primary matte black finish across the body. The color accents are applied specifically to the base of the thumbsticks and the inner connective rails. Each pair ships with standard black wrist-straps and retains all baseline hardware features, including HD Rumble, motion controls, mouse functionality, and the dedicated C Button for accessing the built-in GameChat system.
This release signals the beginning of what will likely be a steady stream of alternate hardware and collector editions as the current console generation matures. For players who skipped the launch-day red and blue hardware or want to personalize their setup, these options offer a subtle way to customize their gear. You can read the original coverage over at Game Rant.
Tags: Nintendo Switch 2, Hardware, Nintendo, Gaming News, Joy-Cons
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