Xbox Wireless Controller × Nintendo Switch 2
Xbox Wireless Controller compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 ?
Partially compatibleNative connection
No
Adapter required
Yes
Connection method
bluetooth via adaptateur 8BitDo USB Wireless Adapter 2
Notes
8BitDo's USB Wireless Adapter 2 received a firmware update adding Switch 2 support, and 8BitDo's own product page and support manual list Xbox Wireless Controllers (Bluetooth, 2016+ models) as compatible through it. This is an adapter-based workaround, not native Switch 2 support, and doesn't unlock Joy-Con 2 features.
Required adapter
Works with: 8BitDo Wireless USB Adapter 2
View 8BitDo Wireless USB Adapter 2 on Amazon →Alternative with native support
See Nintendo Switch Pro Controller →Controller and accessories
See the Xbox Wireless Controller on Amazon →Last verified: 2026-09-10
Source:8bitdo.com, support.8bitdo.com