Nintendo Switch owners can swap out their Joy-Con for a GameCube-inspired controller for less during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. The NYXI Wizard, a pro-style controller that works in handheld and docked modes, is on sale for $59.49 (was $70).
You can also save on NYXI’s other GameCube-themed controller, the Warrior–and although this one only works in docked mode, it doubles as a wireless controller for actual GameCube hardware. To complete your nostalgic set, check out NYXI Striker Wireless Mechanical Keyboard, which was designed with the color scheme of the purple GameCube.
GameCube-Inspired Switch Joy-Con Alternative
$59.49 ($70)
The NYXI Wizard acts as an alternative to Joy-Con controllers. You can attach them to your Switch just like Nintendo’s official controllers to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with the GameCube controller form factor, or you can keep them connected together to have a chunky GameCube-style controller for docked play.
Beyond the familiar shape and input arrangement, the controller also comes with Hall Effect joysticks, which are far more durable and more resistant to drifting than the sticks on a typical Joy-Con. The ABXY face buttons feature customizable color effects that sync with your gaming actions, there are two programmable back buttons, and six-Axis gyroscope motion-sensing technology for games that require twists and turns. Pretty useful for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe!
Additionally, the programmable buttons have adjustable turbo response and vibration intensity and the mechanical triggers can be fine-tuned to provide rapid-fire accuracy in competitive games. Overall, this makes for a robust and feature-packed controller, especially for when you want to play ports of classic GameCube titles on your Switch.
NYXI Warrior Wireless Controller for Switch, PC, and GameCube
NYXI also has a wireless controller for Switch that works on actual GameCube hardware, too.. The NYXI Warrior supports Bluetooth for Switch and PC, but it comes with a wireless receiver that can be plugged into your GameCube’s controller port. The Warrior is a pro-style controller with an impressive spec sheet. It has Hall Effect sticks, microswitch buttons, swappable back paddles, and turbo functionality. It’s a high-end controller that’s definitely worth checking out, especially if you want a new controller for your GameCube.
The Warrior is discounted to $62 (was $69) when you click Amazon’s coupon code on the store page, but the only color in stock is purple.
GameCube-Inspired Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
$85 (was $100)
If you love the color scheme of the GameCube’s purple controller, NYXI’s Striker Wireless Gaming Keyboard. Normally $100, this eye-catching, 97-key mechanical keyboard is discounted to $85 during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. It connects wirelessly to your PC or Mac with a 2.4GHz dongle or Bluetooth 5.0–though you can also use it as a wired keyboard. The Striker has hot-swappable ABS switches and a PC app to customize macros and adjust other settings.
The Striker is an RGB keyboard with 22 different colors and numerous lighting effect settings. Next to the volume roller you’ll find a fairly unique little extra: a dot matrix display that produces monochrome animations, which you can personalize in the PC app.
For more deals, check out our massive roundup of PC gaming tech discounts on offer during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.
