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How to Pair the NES Controller to Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo Switch 2

Steps for pairing or synchronizing the NES Controllers to a Nintendo Switch 2 console.

Complete these steps

  1. From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Grip/Order.
  2. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold the SYNC Button for at least one second on the controller you wish to pair.
    Change Grip and Order screen
    • Once paired, the player LED(s) corresponding to the controller number will remain lit.

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