N6 & N9C: Deck-Style Controllers for Better Switch™ 2 Play
- Mar 4
- 3 min read
N6 & N9C are fully compatible with Nintendo® Switch™ 2, bringing the Switch 2™ Pro Controller feature set to a handheld deck.
If you spend hours playing your favorite handheld console, you know that cramped hands and drifting joysticks can quickly ruin a great gaming session. For many players, standard snap on controllers simply do not offer the support or precision needed for competitive play or epic open world adventures. Abxylute is addressing these issues head on with the N6 and N9C, two new deck style controllers designed specifically for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. By combining full size ergonomic grips with advanced features like Hall Effect sensors and mechanical switches, these controllers promise to transform your portable console into a comfortable, pro level gaming powerhouse.
Project Overview
Name and Creator: N6 and N9C Deck Style Controllers for Better Switch 2 Play by abxylute.
What It Is: These are wired, deck style handheld controllers designed to replace the standard side controllers on the Nintendo Switch 2. They plug directly into the bottom USB C port of the console, wrapping around the screen to provide a full size, ergonomic grip similar to dedicated handheld gaming PCs.
Key Features
Hall Effect Joysticks: The N6 model uses magnetic sensing technology to completely eliminate stick drift. It also features a wider 23 degree stick angle for finer, more precise control during gameplay.
Retro GameCube Design: The N9C model is built for nostalgia, featuring the classic GameCube button layout with an oversized A button, mechanical micro switches for crisp tactile feedback, and swappable joystick gates.
Enhanced Audio Chamber: The back panel of the controller redirects the console down firing speakers forward toward the player, creating a resonance chamber that delivers approximately ten percent stronger bass.
Programmable Back Buttons: Both controllers include customizable rear buttons that can be mapped to specific inputs or complex macros, alongside a built in turbo function for rapid inputs.
Zero Latency Connection: By utilizing a direct wired USB C connection, the controllers offer lag free input. An open pass through charging port allows you to play and charge the console simultaneously.
Native Motion and Vibration: They fully support the console native functions, including a 9 axis gyro for motion controls and dual linear motors for adjustable vibration feedback.
Rewards
Kickstarter Pricing: Backers can secure the N6 model for an early bird price of 79 dollars, while the retro inspired N9C model is available for 89 dollars.
Options: Users can choose between the modern N6 controller, available in colors like translucent black, or the nostalgic N9C, which comes in the classic GameCube Indigo color.
Delivery: The campaign is successfully funded, and the company estimates that global shipping to backers will begin between April and June of 2026.
Concept
The core concept is Uncompromised Handheld Play. Abxylute believes that gamers should not have to sacrifice comfort or precision when playing away from a television. By integrating full size controller features into a portable deck format, they aim to reduce hand fatigue and give players a steady, reliable grip for long gaming sessions.
Inspiration
The dual lineup is inspired by both modern ergonomics and gaming history. The N6 draws heavily from the company previous experience building dedicated cloud gaming handhelds, focusing entirely on modern comfort and premium analog control. In contrast, the N9C was born from a deep appreciation for the golden era of Nintendo, designed specifically to give fans of classic retro games and competitive fighters the authentic, clicky feel of a GameCube controller on modern hardware.
