Here’s When You Can Pre-Order the Switch 2 GameCube Controller

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Okay, so I’m just gonna dive in here. Nintendo Switch 2 is bringing back the GameCube controller – remember that thing? It’s a total throwback and, kinda predictably, you can’t just waltz into a store to snag one. Nope, you gotta wait for an invite. Seems complicated, right? Maybe they’re doing it for the suspense. Or not. Who knows.

Anyway, these invites are rolling out from May 8 to 12, like some exclusive club. If you’re one of the lucky ones, you get first dibs. And let’s not forget the trusty ol’ Switch Online subscribers – they can grab one starting May 13. But don’t get too excited – it’s one per account. Because, obviously, scarcity is the new cool.

Now, I’m not saying you need this controller to enjoy those classic GameCube titles on Switch 2. Seriously, you don’t. But there’s just something about that old-school vibe that makes playing The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker or maybe F-Zero GX feel just right, you know? Oh, and didn’t I mention the price? It’s $64.99. Not cheap, but hey, nostalgia never is.

So June 5 is the big day, the “launch socially-distant parties” with everyone racing to get their hands on ’em. Three GameCube classics are dropping right away. Expect a blast from the past with titles like Soulcalibur 2. And more are on the horizon—Chibi-Robo, Super Mario Sunshine… just to name a few. Though when they’re releasing, well, your guess is as good as mine right now.

In the end, do you buy it for the nostalgia or just to say you’ve got a piece of gaming history? Hard to decide. But if there’s anything I learned, it’s this: Things seem to sell out faster than you can say “nostalgia trip.” So maybe keep those fingers primed and ready. It’s gonna be a wild ride. Or not. Guess we’ll see.