Why do all switch controllers drift?

The Nintendo Switch has been a massive success ever since it launched in 2017, but despite critical acclaim the handheld has been plagued with ongoing issues dubbed “Joy Con drift.” The issue is caused by the thumb sticks, which can register inputs when you’re not even touching the controllers.

How do I stop my Nintendo switch controller from drifting?

A possible solution is to make sure you’re running the latest Switch software or to recalibrate your analog sticks to make sure it’s not a software issue. Some users have also tried using compressed air or isopropyl alcohol to fix the problem, although success seems to vary greatly.

How do you fix Joy-Con drift without taking it apart?

1. Calibrate or recalibrate your Switch Joy-Cons. The first thing you should do if you notice Joy-Con drift (especially on the left Joy-Con) is calibrate your controllers.
2. Clean your Joy-Con’s joystick.
3. Nintendo will fix Joy-Con drift for you.
4. Buy a new Joy-Con for your Switch.
5. Replace the joystick yourself.

Is the Joy-Con drift fixed?

Share All sharing options for: Nintendo engineers suggest Switch Joy-Con drift will never be fixed. One of the Nintendo Switch’s persistent flaws has been Joy-Con drift, a phenomenon where players observe false inputs when they aren’t even touching the joysticks on the controllers.

Will Nintendo fix my joy-con drift?

Since the issue is widespread, Nintendo actually offers to fix Joy-Con drift for free (and has allegedly fixed the issue on newer Joy-Cons). Note: If you previously sent your Joy-Con in for repair and were charged, Nintendo will issue you a refund.

Is the joy-con drift fixed?

Are OLED Joy-Cons better?

The Switch OLED model was believed to use exactly the same internal specs and peripherals as the 2017, 2019, and Switch Lite models. Now Nintendo clarifies that this isn’t exactly true: The Switch OLED actually has better JoyCons than an older 2017 launch Switch.