CHASE THE GRIN

I'm pretty certain I was scammed. Walmart are responsible too for making this their number one search result.

This is a scam. Fake Nintendo switch pro remote. This is a third party seller trying to sell Nintendo Switch Pro remotes. Do not buy! I also almost didn’t get my refund because the box barcode did not match what my return barcode was saying. I had to call the 1-800 number twice after being turned away from a Walmart store when I attempted to return it.

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller for sale through this vendor is not fake - however it is made for Nintendo Switch Systems in the EU - therefore it will pair with your US based Switch just fine - however you will not be able to update the firmware. While this is still a "real" Pro controller - it is most certainly not what most people are expecting when they order a Pro Controller - it is worth noting that the EU version feels lighter and of less substantial build quality. This seller is at the very least withholding this information that should be VERY clearly stated on the sales page.

Seller is shipping fake Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers. Control seems to be decent quality but can't be updates through the console.

Perhaps the seller does not know, but I do believe they are selling counterfeit switch, professional controllers

I was sent a defective controller that doesn't work, now I have to return it to the store for a refund cause they dont offer a replacement .

The online seller was pushing counterfeit merchandise using Walmart to fulfill their orders. Shame on the seller, of course, but also shame on Walmart for enabling them. I had to handle the return of having someone take the item to Walmart for me as I am unable to travel.

As of January 2026, buying accessories for the Nintendo Switch (or Switch 2) should be straightforward, but this third-party seller on Walmart completely dropped the ball by shipping what is obviously a counterfeit Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. I ordered expecting the real deal, but received two fakes that fooled no one upon close inspection. Key red flags that scream counterfeit: • Packaging problems everywhere: The boxes feature awkward, poorly translated multilingual text with noticeable spacing errors (e.g., “controll er” split oddly in descriptions). The “Seal of Quality” is incorrectly labeled as “Original Nintendo Seal of Quality” instead of the proper “Official Nintendo Seal of Quality” – a classic tell for many fakes reported over the years. The print quality is off, with blurry or inconsistent layouts, strange fine print, and overall cheap-looking execution compared to genuine Nintendo boxes. • Controller build and feel: The plastic has a shinier, lower-grade texture that feels noticeably different in hand. Grips don’t align as crisply, buttons have a mushier response, and the whole thing lacks the premium, solid construction of an authentic Pro Controller. Common issues with these knockoffs include inferior HD rumble (if it even works properly), less accurate gyro, and potential long-term reliability problems. I paid full retail price through Walmart’s platform, trusting the listing as a genuine product, but this is blatant misrepresentation. Third-party sellers on Walmart have a notorious track record for slipping in high-quality fakes like these, and it’s frustrating that better screening isn’t in place. Bottom line: This seller did an awful job – deceptive listing, poor quality control, and straight-up fraud. Avoid them entirely. For peace of mind in 2026, buy Pro Controllers (original or the updated Switch 2-compatible versions) only from official Nintendo channels, Best Buy, Target, or verified sellers on major platforms. I returned the items immediately, reported the seller, and won’t shop with them again. Save your money and skip the headache – 1/5. Do better, seller

Not genuine Switch pro controller. Wrong weight, button response, vibration, and won’t update. Very underhanded listing and sale.