How to Make Switch Controllers Player 1 and Player 2
To make switch controllers player 1 and player 2, you need to register both the left and the right Joy-Cons as horizontally held by pressing both SL and SR buttons on the Joy-Con, allowing two users to play with just one set of Joy-Cons. This process enables you to split a switch controller for two players, making it possible to enjoy multiplayer games with friends and family using a single Nintendo Switch console.
Understanding Switch Controllers
The Nintendo Switch offers versatile gaming options, including the ability to use Joy-Con controllers in various configurations. To utilize two players with one set of Joy-Cons, each player will use one Joy-Con as their controller. The Nintendo Switch recognizes these controllers and allows for seamless gameplay.
Setting Up Player 1 and Player 2
Step-by-Step Guide
- Open the HOME menu on your Nintendo Switch console.
- Select Controller and then press both SL and SR buttons on the Joy-Con to register them as horizontally held.
- Once registered, you can use the Joy-Cons to play games that support multiplayer mode.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Can you play 2 player on Nintendo Switch with one controller? A: Yes, you can play select games for up to two players with the included Joy-Con, with one controller per person.
- Q: How do you split a switch controller for two players? A: Open the “Controller” in the HOME menu, and press both SL and SR buttons on the Joy-Con.
- Q: How to make a Joy-Con Player 2? A: Player 2 should press the Plus Button (+) on their Joy-Con or Pro Controller, then log in to their Nintendo account or select Skip to use a temporary local profile.
- Q: Can you play 2 player with Joy-Cons? A: Yes, you can pair up to eight controllers with your Nintendo Switch console simultaneously, depending on the game and mode.
- Q: How to Play 2 Player Co-op Games on Nintendo Switch? A: Follow the game’s instructions for multiplayer mode, usually involving selecting the multiplayer option and configuring the controllers.
- Q: How to make Joy-Con Player 1? A: Select any multiplayer option, then put the Joy-Cons in a different order; press L and R to make the game recognize the Joy-Cons, then press SR and SL on the right Joy-Con to set it as Player 1.
- Q: Why won’t my Switch controllers connect separately? A: Try resetting your controller, or if you have more than one, try resetting one controller at a time, and then press the small, pin-sized Sync button.
- Q: How many Switch controllers do you need for 2 players? A: Most games can use just the two controllers that came with the console for 2-player play, but check the game’s requirements.
- Q: How do you connect two Nintendo controllers together? A: From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Grip and Order, and press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the controller you wish to pair.
- Q: Why can’t I play 2 player on Nintendo Switch? A: Not all games support half Joy-Cons or two-player with half Joy-Cons; check the game’s multiplayer capabilities.
- Q: How do you play 2 player on Switch? A: For online play, 1-2 players per console can play; for local multiplayer, hold the controller horizontally and press SL and SR for single Joy-Con use.
- Q: How do you play 2 player on Mario Kart? A: Start Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, select either the 1 or 2 player option next to Wireless Play, and then select the host player’s name.
- Q: Do you need 2 Joy-Cons for 2 players? A: No, if you have more Joy-Cons, you can have more players; the Nintendo Switch comes set up for two players out of the box.
- Q: Do I need 2 sets of Joy-Cons? A: Although Joy-Con splits into two pieces, you do still need both pieces to play most Nintendo Switch games, and two pieces are always sold together.
- Q: Can Joy-Cons be used separately? A: Yes, your Joy-Con controllers will pair with your console when attached, and even when detached, you can continue to use them as wireless controllers, with up to 10 Joy-Con controllers pairable with a single console.