The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch Pro controller is available for $69.99 at Woot for a limited time. This deal represents a $30 saving compared to the controller's typical $100 price point, and offers a more budget-friendly option for fans looking to acquire an officially licensed Zelda-themed accessory.
While a newly announced Ocarina of Time-themed controller for the Switch 2 is priced at $100, the Tears of the Kingdom Pro controller provides a compatible and aesthetically pleasing alternative for the upcoming console. Both the original Switch Pro controller and the newer Switch 2 Pro controller share a similar build quality and form factor, offering a comfortable gaming experience.
However, the newer Switch 2 Pro controller does include several feature enhancements over its predecessor. These include two rear paddle switches, a GameChat button, and a headphone jack. Additionally, the Switch 2 Pro controller boasts an upgraded "HD Rumble 2" compared to the standard HD rumble found in the original Switch Pro controller, and it is capable of waking the Switch 2 console, a feature the original lacks.
Despite these upgrades, the Tears of the Kingdom Switch Pro controller remains a solid choice for those who can forgo the additional features. It offers significant savings while still providing an officially licensed and high-quality Zelda-themed controller that is compatible with the new Switch 2 console.