Nintendo Switch 2 Controller Customization: GL/GR Buttons, Musical Secrets, and More

The Nintendo Switch 2 is generating buzz, and recent leaks and announcements are giving us a deeper look at its controllers. Nintendo is focusing on enhanced customization and playful features, suggesting a more engaging user experience from the get-go. Let's dive into the juicy details!

One of the most talked-about features is the introduction of GL and GR buttons on the new Pro Controller and Joy-Con 2 charging grip. These rear buttons offer players a new level of control, and Nintendo is making it incredibly easy to customize them.

According to information from the Nintendo Today! app, mapping inputs to the GL and GR buttons is incredibly simple. By holding the HOME button, players can access Quick Settings and assign commands to these bonus buttons. The system even remembers button assignments for each game, eliminating the need to repeat the process every time you play.

But the fun doesn't stop there! The Switch 2 is also hiding a musical Easter egg within its controller settings.

In the 'Change Grip/Order' menu, each connected controller plays a sound when the rear buttons are pressed. Connect multiple joycons to play each controller and have a musical scale by pressing them in the correct order! Fans are already speculating about the melodies they'll create, from Zelda's Lullaby to Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up."

These GL/GR buttons are fully mappable, meaning they can take on the role of any other button on the controller. Moreover, these mappings can be set for each game, meaning that you'll have the ability to set up game-specific controller settings. Button mappings can be set from the quick settings menu, opened by holding down the Home button from within a game. Any mappings will be saved automatically and persist across gameplay sessions.

The GL/GR buttons are only available on the new Joy-Con 2 charging grip and the Pro Controller.

With customizable buttons and hidden musical features, Nintendo appears to be adding layers of depth and personalization to the Switch 2 gaming experience. These additions hint at a console that's not only powerful but also embraces creativity and fun.

What melodies will you create on your Joy-Cons? What button mappings are you most looking forward to experimenting with? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!

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• Nintendo Switch 2
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