I used to be skeptical, however this $100 Swap 2 c...

Every time I get my palms 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 drag the set off on the expensive 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 all for testing their Swap 2 instances. There’s Genki’s Attack Vector, which I will cowl at a later date due to issues with it fitting into the Swap 2’s dock (a revision is presently within the works), and the main focus of this story, dbrand’s Killswitch case.

I actually just like the Killswitch for the ROG Ally X. It is a bit on the expensive facet at $100, however the safety and high quality it provides is unparalleled, and fortunately, the Swap 2’s Killswitch case is a notable enchancment. So far as Swap 2 instances accessible 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 possibility 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 really want, however it’s included within the package deal possibility). This package deal options all-around safety and is fairly key in the event you plan to choose up dbrand’s Swap 2 Killswitch case. There are cheaper choices, together with the Important package that ditches the display screen protectors and journey cowl, and the Journey tier, which provides the whole lot however the display screen protector, however I discover each the duvet and protector necessary.

The glass display screen protector is simple to put in and features a easy alignment information, just like telephone display screen protectors from accent makers like Spigen. The glass feels high-quality and may 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 provides ample safety from scratches and scuffs. The decrease portion sticks to the console with a little bit of adhesive, which I admire as a result of I’ve used Swap instances prior to now that ceaselessly raise and get particles beneath them (the package deal contains further 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, Sport 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 behind the Pleasure-Con 2, making lengthy transportable play classes usually 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 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 properly it appears like they had been designed particularly for my palms typically.

I have been utilizing the Killswitch on the Swap 2 since I bought my palms on the console and my palms 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 it’s essential to 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 admire the vinyl pores and skin cowl that sticks to the highest of the Pleasure-Con 2 as a result of it is easy to use and provides extra 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 properly

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 encompasses 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 found out it’s essential to 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 value 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, not less than in principle, enhance its cooling. Different notable options embrace a snap-on cowl with a strap that attaches to a clasp. This felt just a little bizarre at first, however I now want 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. Just like the ROG Ally X’s Killswitch case, I like having 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 fearful about dropping my Swap 2 in a backpack as a result of I do know it is nonetheless very protected.

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

Should you’re fearful about damaging your expensive Swap 2 like I’m, dbrand’s Swap 2 Killswitch case actually is the most suitable choice on the market. It provides 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 way more comfy to make use of for lengthy intervals of time.

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

This case was supplied to Pocket-lint by dbrand.

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