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

Every time I get my palms on a smartphone or handheld sport console, I instantly put a display protector and case on it. Possibly I am damaged inside, however scratches and scuffs hold me up at night time. So, naturally, after I determined to drag the set off on the expensive Nintendo Switch 2, I knew I wanted to discover a method to forestall 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 excited about testing their Swap 2 circumstances. 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 gives is unparalleled, and fortunately, the Swap 2’s Killswitch case is a notable enchancment. So far as Swap 2 circumstances out there 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 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, nevertheless it’s included within the package deal choice). This package deal options all-around safety and is fairly key for those who plan to choose up dbrand’s Swap 2 Killswitch case. There are cheaper choices, together with the Important package that ditches the display protectors and journey cowl, and the Journey tier, which gives the whole lot however the display protector, however I discover each the duvet and protector vital.

The glass display protector is simple to put in and features a easy alignment information, much like telephone display 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, nevertheless it nonetheless feels prefer it gives ample safety from scratches and scuffs. The decrease portion sticks to the console with a little bit of adhesive, which I respect as a result of I’ve used Swap circumstances prior to now that steadily elevate and get particles underneath 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 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 effectively it looks like they had been designed particularly for my palms generally.

I have been utilizing the Killswitch on the Swap 2 since I received 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 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, and so they nonetheless match completely. I additionally respect 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 gives 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, nevertheless it works effectively

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 a bit of 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 you should pull the Dock Adapter’s USB-C port ahead barely and that there are helpful alignment dots, it turned 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, at the very least in concept, enhance its cooling. Different notable options embody a snap-on cowl with a strap that attaches to a clasp. This felt a bit of bizarre at first, however I now choose it over the ROG Ally X’s tighter cowl that pushes a bit of too firmly on the Killswitch, generally 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 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 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 almost totally digital a number of years in the past, so I eliminated the Recreation Card Holder from the Journey Cowl immediately, however if in case you have a number of bodily video games, I can see it being helpful. Whereas this can come down to private desire, I like the sensation of the Swap 2’s joysticks, so I have not discovered a lot of a use for the Stick Grips.

In case you’re nervous 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 gives 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 price extra within the vary of $60, however on this case, I might 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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