I used to be skeptical, however this $100 Swap 2 case is definitely price it

Every time I get my arms on a smartphone or handheld recreation console, I instantly put a display screen protector and case on it. Possibly I am damaged inside, however scratches and scuffs preserve me up at evening. So, naturally, after I determined to tug the set off on the dear Nintendo Switch 2, I knew I wanted to discover a technique to stop it from getting broken when taking it on the go along with me. Fortunately, a number of notable corporations reached out to ask if I used to be thinking about testing their Swap 2 circumstances. There’s Genki’s Attack Vector, which I am going to cowl at a later date due to issues with it fitting into the Swap 2’s dock (a revision is at the moment within the works), and the main target of this story, dbrand’s Killswitch case.

I actually just like the Killswitch for the ROG Ally X. It’s kind of on the pricey aspect at $100, however the safety and high quality it affords is unparalleled, and fortunately, the Swap 2’s Killswitch case is a notable enchancment. So far as Swap 2 circumstances obtainable at launch go, dbrand’s providing is by far the most effective on the market.

That is the most effective handheld console case I’ve ever used

dbrand’s case packages are fortunately customizable

I ended up going with the Extremely choice that offers you two display screen protectors, dbrand’s Killswitch case, the dock adapter, a pores and skin that covers the Pleasure-Con 2, the journey cowl with the sport cardholder, and two stick grips (which you do not actually need, however it’s included within the package deal choice). This package deal options all-around safety and is fairly key when you plan to choose up dbrand’s Swap 2 Killswitch case. There are cheaper choices, together with the Important equipment that ditches the display screen protectors and journey cowl, and the Journey tier, which affords every little thing however the display screen protector, however I discover each the duvet and protector vital.

The glass display screen protector is straightforward to put in and features a easy alignment information, just like cellphone display screen protectors from accent makers like Spigen. The glass feels high-quality and could be very clear, too. The case portion of the Killswitch that attaches to the Swap 2’s show is skinny, however it nonetheless feels prefer it affords ample safety from scratches and scuffs. The decrease portion sticks to the console with a little bit of adhesive, which I recognize as a result of I’ve used Swap circumstances up to now that incessantly carry and get particles below them (the package deal consists of additional adhesive strips). There’s even a stick-on cowl for the Kickstand. The cutouts for the Swap 2’s energy, quantity, 3.5mm headphone port, Recreation Card slot, and USB-C ports, are exact and clear.

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The Killswitch’s Pleasure-Con 2 safety is spectacular

They make it far simpler to carry the Swap 2 in handheld mode

Then there’s the rubber Pleasure-Con 2 covers, that are by far my favourite a part of the dbrand Killswitch case. I’ve all the time discovered the Swap uncomfortable to play in handheld mode and that hasn’t modified with the Swap 2. There’s simply nothing to grip in the back of the Pleasure-Con 2, making lengthy moveable play classes typically a hand cramp-filled expertise (that is a part of why I’ve gravitated to utilizing my Steam Deck OLED extra over the previous few years). With dbrand’s Killswitch case, that is now not an issue. The Pleasure-Con 2 covers function extraordinarily comfy ergonomic grips that protrude from the again of the hand-held. They work so nicely it seems like they had been designed particularly for my arms typically.

I have been utilizing the Killswitch on the Swap 2 since I acquired my arms on the console and my arms have not skilled any discomfort. Given the dimensions and weight of the Swap 2 in comparison with its predecessor, it is a testomony to how comfy dbrand’s Pleasure-Con 2 covers truly are. Since they’re rubber, they pop on and off simply if you should put the Pleasure-Con 2 within the Swap 2’s Pleasure-Con 2 Grip, use them individually, or connect the Pleasure-Con 2 Straps. Throughout my time utilizing the Killswitch with the Swap 2, I’ve eliminated them roughly 15-20 occasions, they usually nonetheless match completely. I additionally recognize the vinyl pores and skin cowl that sticks to the highest of the Pleasure-Con 2 as a result of it is simple to use and affords further safety from scratches with out the pointless bulk (if solely the Pleasure-Con 2 triggers weren’t so simply scratched).

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The USB-C dock adapter feels a bit odd at first, however it works nicely

Not taking the case off to make use of dock the Swap 2 is crucial

dbrand’s USB-C dock adapter for the Swap 2’s Killswitch is just a little unusual and clunky. It slides on prime of the USB-C port on Nintendo’s dock and incorporates a slot that holds the console in entrance of it on a stand. The accent maker wanted to do that because the Killswitch case makes the Swap 2 too thick to slip into Nintendo’s dock. As soon as I discovered you should pull the Dock Adapter’s USB-C port ahead barely and that there are helpful alignment dots, it grew to become far simpler to make use of.

It is price noting that since Nintendo’s Swap 2 dock solely options followers for the precise dock itself and never the hand-held, dbrand’s adapter ought to, at the least in principle, enhance its cooling. Different notable options embody a snap-on cowl with a strap that attaches to a clasp. This felt just a little bizarre at first, however I now favor it over the ROG Ally X’s tighter cowl that pushes just a little too firmly on the Killswitch, typically ensuing within the pores and skin a part of the case being pushed out of place. Much like the ROG Ally X’s Killswitch case, I like with the ability to ditch the necessity for a extra cumbersome carrying enclosure in favor of a plastic cowl that snaps into place. With it on, I am not nervous about dropping my Swap 2 in a backpack as a result of I do know it is nonetheless very protected.

Lastly, there’s the Recreation Card Holder and the Pleasure-Con 2 Stick Grips. I went practically fully digital a number of years in the past, so I eliminated the Recreation Card Holder from the Journey Cowl immediately, however when you have a number of bodily video games, I can see it being helpful. Whereas this may come down to non-public choice, I like the sensation of the Swap 2’s joysticks, so I have never discovered a lot of a use for the Stick Grips.

In case you’re nervous about damaging your dear Swap 2 like I’m, dbrand’s Swap 2 Killswitch case actually is the most suitable choice on the market. It affords top-tier safety and, for the primary time since my first few months with the unique Swap, I truly discover myself wanting to make use of the console in handheld mode — it actually makes it far more comfy to make use of for lengthy durations of time.

I want it price extra within the vary of $60, however on this case, I would argue the $100 price ticket is price it for what you get.

This case was offered to Pocket-lint by dbrand.

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