The NYXI Wizard is a new dockable Switch controller that is designed to be a clone of the GameCube’s WaveBird. The WaveBird is considered by many to be the best controller Nintendo has ever made, and it’s no surprise that the NYXI Wizard has been designed to mimic its look and feel. The NYXI Wizard is not just a cosmetic clone, however. It is a fully functional controller that can be used as a standalone wireless controller or attached to the Nintendo Switch like a pair of Joy-Cons.
One of the key features of the NYXI Wizard is that it uses magnetic Hall Effect sensors to detect movements in the joysticks, rather than mechanical linkages. This means that the joysticks will never experience drift, which is a common problem with the Joy-Cons and other Nintendo controllers. The NYXI Wizard also offers more customizability than the Joy-Cons and WaveBird, with swappable joystick rings and an extra pair of remappable buttons on the back for faster access to certain functions.
Battery life for the NYXI Wizard is rated at about 6.5 hours of gameplay between charges, although it is not known if the controller will charge while connected to the Switch. The NYXI Wizard is also a great choice for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate players, as it offers a more intuitive and superior action button layout than modern controllers use. The NYXI Wizard is available for $69.
The NYXI Wizard is a great option for Nintendo Switch gamers who are looking for a replacement controller that is similar to the GameCube’s WaveBird. It offers a number of features that make it a great choice, including the ability to use it as a standalone wireless controller, the ability to attach it to the Switch like a pair of Joy-Cons, and the use of magnetic Hall Effect sensors to detect movements in the joysticks, which eliminates the problem of drift. The NYXI Wizard is also customizable and offers a superior action button layout, making it a great choice for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate players.
The NYXI Wizard is available for $69.
