DIY and video game fans often like to personalize their PCs, consoles and accessories. This gives rise to sometimes breathtaking creations. The proof today with these JoyCon for Nintendo Switch GameCube way. Magnificent.
If you grew up with the first Nintendo consoles, you may have already imagined playing on your Switch with the controller GameCube, if only to make the most of Super Smash Bros. The Shank twittos is also a great modder in his spare time. Today, he unveils his new creation, GameCube-style Joy-Con. The result is very successful. Rather, judge.
GameCube controller-style Nintendo Switch Joy-Con
To make his controllers, our enthusiast disassembled a Wavebird controller to make a pair of Joy-Con that take almost all the functionality of official controllers, including the small buttons used for multiplayer in split screen. The only thing missing is infrared. Our man even made a central piece to bring the two together and enjoy a controller very similar to the original Wavebird.
Original creation of a talented and passionate modder
Shank intends to provide CAD files to those who want to get started, but this is not a beginner’s project. There is a lot more work than just cutting the controller in half and sliding the Joy-Con into it. It was necessary to add the missing buttons, modify the existing ones and introduce certain elements printed in 3D. Not to mention the whole electrical aspect. Even reproducing the color of the GameCube was not an easy task. The fact remains that if you like DIY projects, this is sure to keep you busy. If you are a fan of the first hour of the GameCube, don’t hesitate any longer. You know how to keep the dreary winter days coming. And you can take pride in your personalized Switch in your living room.
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