{"id":124700,"date":"2022-05-10T17:45:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T17:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/#article-131254"},"modified":"2022-05-10T17:45:00","modified_gmt":"2022-05-10T17:45:00","slug":"meet-the-switch-controller-that-promises-no-drifting-ever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2022\/05\/10\/meet-the-switch-controller-that-promises-no-drifting-ever\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet The Switch Controller That Promises &#8216;No Drifting, Ever&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"media_block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9ec7f8f80ade6\/large.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9ec7f8f80ade6\/small.jpg\" class=\"media_thumbnail\"><\/a><\/div>\n<figure class=\"picture ptris\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9ec7f8f80ade6\/gulikit-kingkong-2-pro-controller.900x.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"533\" alt=\"GuliKit KingKong 2 Pro Controller\"><figcaption class=\"caption\"><em class=\"credit\">Image: Nintendo Life<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A new third-party &#8216;Pro Controller&#8217; from accessories company GuliKit is aiming high, promising no analogue stick drifting thanks to its &#8216;Electromagnetic Stick&#8217; technology.<\/p>\n<p>Costing a surprisingly reasonable $70, the <strong>GuliKit KingKong Pro 2<\/strong> controller also features an &#8216;FPS Mode&#8217; which is set to boast no dead zone whatsoever. Also included is the standard Amiibo support, gyroscope gameplay, and full vibration feedback.<\/p>\n<p>In its review of the controller, <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmodo.com\/70-switch-controller-is-excellent-promises-no-joy-con-1848901290\">Gizmodo<\/a> had the following to say:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;Third-party controllers have come a long way over the years, but instead of simply providing a cheaper alternative to what console makers offer, companies like <a data-ga=\"[[\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmodo.com\/8bitdos-pro-2-is-closer-than-ever-to-being-the-perfect-1846485929\">8BitDo<\/a> and <a data-ga=\"[[\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmodo.com\/scufs-next-gen-xbox-controllers-are-better-than-microso-1847347589\">Scuf<\/a> now offer controllers with added <a data-ga=\"[[\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmodo.com\/8bitdos-pro-2-is-closer-than-ever-to-being-the-perfect-1846485929\">customizability and functionality<\/a>, giving gamers more reasons to choose something other than what Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft offer. GuliKit is doing the same, but with a $70 price tag that matches the Switch Pro Controller, and the promise of never experiencing drifting joysticks again, the KingKong Pro 2 now seems like the best option for Switch gamers.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><\/blockquote>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a rundown of the features from the Gulikit website:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u25cf New Patented Electromagnetic Stick,No Drifting Ever<br \/>\u25cf New Patented Button,Excellent Conductive Rubber Feel,50 million Times of Ultra-Long Life, Anti-Stuck,Anti-Disconnection<br \/>\u25cf Support Switch Console Wake-up<br \/>\u25cf Support wired and wireless connection<br \/>\u25cf Built-in rechargeable lithium battery can run for up to 25 hours on a full charge.<br \/>\u25cf Exclusive FPS mode, Patented technology, 100% No Dead Zone<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<aside class=\"gallery\">\n<div class=\"col\"><a title=\"5183022\" href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5c9d8b723567f\/5183022.large.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0NTAgNDUwIj48L3N2Zz4=\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" data-original=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5c9d8b723567f\/5183022.450x.jpg\" alt=\"5183022\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col\"><a title=\"5183020\" href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/696b073468b10\/5183020.large.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0NTAgNDUwIj48L3N2Zz4=\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" data-original=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/696b073468b10\/5183020.450x.jpg\" alt=\"5183020\"><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"caption\"><em class=\"credit\">Images: GuliKit<\/em><\/figcaption><\/aside>\n<aside class=\"gallery\">\n<div class=\"col\"><a title=\"5183023\" href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/76eee27872962\/5183023.large.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0NTAgNDUwIj48L3N2Zz4=\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" data-original=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/76eee27872962\/5183023.450x.jpg\" alt=\"5183023\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col\"><a title=\"5183019\" href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7988e91bb4118\/5183019.large.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0NTAgNDUwIj48L3N2Zz4=\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" data-original=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7988e91bb4118\/5183019.450x.jpg\" alt=\"5183019\"><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"caption\"><em class=\"credit\">Images: GuliKit<\/em><\/figcaption><\/aside>\n<p>Nintendo have come under a lot of fire for its ongoing issues with drifting sticks, particularly on the Joy-Con controllers. Most recently, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/news\/2022\/04\/former-joy-con-drift-repairs-supervisor-says-work-volume-was-very-stressful\">former repairs supervisor stated that the work volume required to counter the problem was &#8220;very stressful&#8221;<\/a>. In more bizarre circumstances, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/news\/2022\/03\/now-parents-are-getting-their-kids-to-sue-nintendo-over-joy-con-drift\">parents are even getting their children to sue Nintendo over the drifting issues<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If this controller does what it promises and eliminates drift, then it could be a strong alternative to the official Pro Controller, even this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/news\/2022\/05\/monster-hunter-rise-sunbreak-will-have-a-gorgeous-switch-pro-controller\">gorgeous new Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak one<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><em>Let us know in the comments if you&#8217;re looking to purchase the GuliKit KingKong Pro 2, or if you&#8217;d prefer to opt for Nintendo&#8217;s own official offering.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Image: Nintendo Life A new third-party &#8216;Pro Controller&#8217; from accessories company GuliKit is aiming high, promising no analogue stick drifting thanks to its &#8216;Electromagnetic Stick&#8217; technology. Costing a surprisingly reasonable $70, the GuliKit KingKong Pro 2 controller also features an &#8216;FPS Mode&#8217; which is set to boast no dead zone whatsoever. 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