New Pokemon-Themed Nintendo Switch Controllers Revealed--Check Them Out

Hori's Split Pad Pro is one of the best Nintendo Switch controllers. Designed for handheld play, it replaces the Joy-Cons, giving players a more ergonomic grip, bigger joysticks, and a traditional D-pad. You can still dock the Switch with the Split Pad Pro attached. The Pikachu and Eevee Split Pad Pro is absolutely adorable and would make for a great gift for Pokemon fans this holiday.

Alternatively, you can pick up this Pikachu-themed Split Pad Pro that has a striking black-and-gold color scheme to show off Pikachu's electric-based abilities.

Hori has released several of these left D-pad Joy-Cons in the past, including Mario and Zelda versions that have since sold out. The Pokemon-themed model uses the black-and-gold Pikachu design. This controller is ideal for those who want a conventional D-pad while maintaining the same feel of the first-party Joy-Cons.

For those looking for a cheaper alternative to the Nintendo Switch Pro controller, the Hori Pad is a solid option. It largely mimics the layout and feel of the Pro controller and features 15 hours of playtime on a full charge. These controllers are officially licensed by Nintendo, so you can rest assured that you're getting a quality gamepad. While it does have motion controls, it's not compatible with Amiibo and doesn't have built-in rumble. This model features the black-and-gold Pikachu design.

If you just need a controller for the occasional multiplayer session, a wired gamepad is worth looking into simply because of price. These Hori Pad wired controllers have a unique shape that is ideal for those with smaller hands. The two new designs use the same patterns of the Pokemon Split Pad Pros.