E3: This Zelda-Themed Switch Pro Controller Is On Sale For Just $35
No Nintendo Switch owner's collection is complete until they have a dedicated gamepad, and you can't do much better than $35, especially for this striking Legend of Zelda-skinned wireless model from PowerA currently on sale at Amazon. That's $15 off from the sticker price of $50 and $35 less than a first-party controller. PowerA offers the controller in both wired and wireless variants in a wide range of designs, but none on sale for quite as much. There is no timeframe associated with the deal, so get it while you can.
Get a PowerA wireless Switch Pro controller for $35 »
PowerA's third-party, officially licensed Switch Pro controllers are an affordable, stylish option for anyone on a budget. GameSpot has tested both the wired and wireless options, and found the design, feel, and performance to be excellent. Although it does not feature the rumble or Amiibo NFC-reading of Nintendo's first-party controllers, PowerA adds two programmable buttons on the back that can be re-mapped on the fly. The only drawback is that it is powered by AA batteries, which are included. PowerA promises 30 hours of battery life, and you can take the sting off of buying replacement batteries by investing in a rechargeable battery set.
With your gamepad squared away, check out our list of essential Switch accessories for anything else you might need. We just updated our list of the best Nintendo Switch games if you're looking for your new favorite game, and you can also check out what Nintendo just showed off during E3 2019 to get a sense for what's coming up.