Every Joy-Con controller color plus some customization options!
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You can make your Joy-Cons fit your style with colors that match your favorite games. Joy-Cons of all colors are in stock regularly so you can buy as many different-colored extra Joy-Cons as you want! You can even make your controller look new with a silicone cover or a new shell! Here is a list of every official color of Joy-Con available, plus a few customization options so you can really stand out.
Pro Tip: Do not put an adhesive skin on your Joy-Con controllers. According to DBrand, a top-named adhesive skin maker, the factory coating on the Joy-Cons and the console can be damaged by adhesives.
Standard option
Gray
Of course, the most popular color is the one that comes standard on most Nintendo Switch devices. If you want to stick with the norm you can get this standalone pair.
Go vibrant
Neon Red
Gray and red are an aesthetically pleasing combination of colors. You can liven up your Switch with a set of reds (officially called "Neon Red") to pair up with your standard set.
Beach favorite
Blue
Blue is a very popular color. The official "Neon Blue" Joy-Cons look great with the gray Switch and they're not as unreasonably priced as they once were.
Mix it up
Red & Blue
When the Nintendo Switch first launched, it was available with standard gray controllers or the red and blue variety. The left Joy-Con controller is red and the right one is blue.
Bumblebee
Neon Yellow
Nintendo released a set of neon yellow Joy-Con controllers to coincide with the launch of ARMS. These bright controllers are hard to miss. You might even be able to see them in the dark.
Splash it up
Neon Pink & Green
Nintendo Switch officially released the Neon Pink and Neon Green Joy-Con controllers in the U.S. in Janurary of 2018. They match to the theme of Splatoon perfectly!
It's a-me!
Super Mario Red
You can't get these separate from the full Nintendo Switch Super Mario Odyssey Edition bundle. If you don't already own a Switch I highly recommend this model. The deep red color of the Joy-Cons is much more pleasing to the eyes than the standard gray option.
Luigi time!
Green Joy-Cons
These green Joy-Cons are releasing on October 28th, just two days before Luigi's Mansion becomes available on October 30th. They match the scared plumbers attire and are the perfect controllers to use when playing the new game. You can currently pre-order them.
Halloween
Neon Purple & Neon Orange
This new color set was just announced and will be available starting October 4th, just in time for Halloween. Get into the spooky spirit with these festive colors. Pre-orders are currently available.
Dark and light
Blue & Neon Yellow
Change up the look of your Joy-Cons on October 4th, when this new color set releases. They're currently available for pre-order on Amazon.
Classic controllers
NES Controllers for Nintendo Switch
This sweet set of nostalgic NES Joy-Cons is only available to those with a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Nintendo only lets you purchase one pair per customer. To learn more read our article on how to buy new NES controllers for Nintendo Switch.
Out of the shell
eXtremeRate Replacement Joy-Con Shells
If you'd prefer more unique color options, consider switching out the shell of your Joy-Cons. There are 11 awesome colors to choose from. Just keep in mind that replacing the shell voids the warranty on your controllers. But if the warranty is already up, there's nothing to lose. This company also offers replacement back plates for your Switch console.
Customizing options
ColorWare paint
You can have your entire console match with a custom painted Nintendo Switch that is complete with your choice of colors for the tablet, the dock, the Joy-Cons, and the Straps. There are even options for buying just the custom painted controllers. When it comes to colors you can choose from solids, metallics, gloss. or matte.
Cover it up
Silicone covers
This set comes with a set of both black and yellow silicone covers, a left-handed blue cover, and a right-handed red cover. The package also comes with two black, blue, and red caps for the joysticks, so you can mix and match your colors. They all feature a slightly more ergonomic design on the backside for more comfortable gameplay when you're using your Joy-Cons separately.
Designed silicone
Splatoon 2 Silicone Cover (Japanese import)
If you're a diehard Splatoon fan and don't want to pony up for a set of pink and green Joy-Con controllers you can get an official Nintendo silicon cover with the Splatoon splatter design. This is a Japanese import that you can find for about a quarter of the cost of the pink and green Joy-Cons. Plus, these ones look even cuter.
Get crafty
Mix & Match Shell replacements
These awesome hard-covers for your Joy-Cons will blow you away. Relive the nostalgia with the same see-through design of your old Gameboy. Something about being able to see all the cables and hardware makes it that much more exciting and retro.
More Nostalgia
NES style Shell replacement
Speaking of Nostalgia, you should probably get your hands on these NES style controllers as well. If you've got a couple bucks to spare, and you are starting a collection, these controllers would look great with all the vintage gaming gear on your shelf.
Under control
Whether you simply want a change in color or you didn't care for the color Joy-Cons your Switch came with, there are several replacement options out there. Customizing your controllers adds a touch of you to your console set up and changes the overall feel of your console. There are tons of different designs and color choices out there for you to consider so make sure you pick the one that pulls your heart the most!
I personally love the vibrancy of the Mario Red Joy-Cons and the unique shade of red. Since that can be incredibly expensive, you might want to consider the cheaper option of switching out the shell with an eXtremeRate replacement Joy-Con shell. In addition to the beautiful red, there are several other colors to choose from. If you love the feel of nostalgia consider these NES Classic style controllers.