How many joy-cons can you have?

[Switch] How many controllers can I pair with my console at the same time? Regardless of controller type (Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, etc.), you can pair up to eight controllers with your Nintendo Switch console simultaneously.

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2023-06-10 18:51:19

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Do you need two joy-cons for mario kart?
Do you need 2 Joy-cons for Mario Kart? No, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe can be played with one Joy-Con. It just makes the game slightly more difficult.
2024-02-10 10:56:51

Do you need 2 sets of joy-cons for just dance?
You would need one Joy-Con, or one smartphone with the Just Dance Controller app installed, per person. Both options use motion controls to detect and track your movements.
2024-02-01 20:28:20

Can you reset joy-cons?
With the Joy-Con detached, reset the controller by pressing the SYNC Button once. Then press any other button to power on the Joy-Con again. Ensure that nothing is covering the IR Motion Camera on the the Joy-Con (R). If a protective cover is being used with the Joy-Con, remove it temporarily.
2024-01-17 17:21:55

How do i set up joy-cons for 2 players?
From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Grip and Order. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the controller you wish to pair. Once paired, the player LED(s) corresponding to the controller number will remain lit.
2023-12-04 22:14:08

Can you play minecraft with two joy cons?
Yes, it is recognized as a second controller. In fact some games recognize a pair of joy cons as two separate controllers even when not being used as separate controllers.
2023-03-11 02:25:02

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