New Switch 2 Joy-con Colors: Explained

Nintendo has revealed a new Joy-Con 2 color option—Light Purple (Left) and Light Green (Right)—launching February 12th. While the controllers look sleek and premium, their mostly black design with subtle color accents has sparked mixed feelings. On one hand, the restrained, cohesive look makes sense from a marketing and manufacturing perspective, especially at launch. On the other, it feels like a step away from the bold, playful hardware designs that once defined Nintendo’s identity.

This quieter approach reflects a broader trend: less hardware and software customization compared to past eras of colorful Joy-Cons, Switch Lite variants, and expressive special editions like Splatoon or Zelda. It raises the question of whether Nintendo is aiming for a more “adult,” conservative image—potentially at the cost of the joy and personality fans loved.

Still, there’s reason for optimism. Nintendo often saves bolder designs for later in a console’s life, and special editions tied to major releases or anniversaries could bring that color back. For now, the new Joy-Con 2 colors are stylish and clean—but some fans hope future designs won’t be afraid to be loud, joyful, and impossible to ignore.

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00:00 – New Joy-Con 2 Colors Revealed
00:22 – First Impressions: Clean, but Conflicted
01:10 – A Subtle Design Direction
02:25 – Missing the Bold Nintendo Colors
04:10 – Why Nintendo Is Playing It Safe
06:05 – The Problem With Too Much Sameness
07:30 – Where Did Nintendo’s Personality Go?