The recently launched game, Donkey Kong Bananza, is receiving critical acclaim. To enhance your gaming experience with this potential Game of the Year title, the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Pro Controller: Donkey Kong Reveal is now available for pre-order.
Following Turtle Beach`s acquisition of PDP, this controller is functionally identical to the PDP Rematch series, featuring updated branding. The Donkey Kong edition is set to release on October 12th. Given the character`s current popularity, early pre-orders are advisable, with no charge incurred until shipment.
Compatible with both the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, this officially licensed controller provides full functionality for the new hardware, though it omits the C button used for GameChat. Key features include up to 40 hours of battery life, motion control support, two customizable back buttons, and an ergonomic design for prolonged comfort.
While the Rematch offers a robust build and comprehensive features, its most notable aspect is its distinctive visual design, which sets it apart from similarly priced alternatives. Adorned in green and black with red highlights, the controller showcases Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong amidst a jungle backdrop. Its red back buttons and green triggers contribute to a vibrant aesthetic. A unique lenticular artwork feature allows the design to subtly change and reveal additional details as the controller is moved, offering a more dynamic visual experience than typical gamepads.
It`s worth noting that other Super Mario-themed Rematch controllers are already available, including two glow-in-the-dark Turtle Beach models released earlier this year: Invincible Mario and Super Mario Star. Older PDP Rematch editions, retaining identical core features, are also still accessible.
Turtle Beach and PDP Rematch Controllers for Switch 1/2
- Invincible Mario – typically priced around $60
- Super Mario Super Star – typically priced around $60
- Grand Prix Mario – typically priced around $60
- Bowser – typically priced around $60
- Boo – often available around $53
- Super Mario Icon – often available around $40
Additionally, Nintendo`s official Switch 2 Pro Controller, priced at $84 (slightly below MSRP), is now available on Amazon. This premium first-party peripheral includes the C button, a feature absent from the Rematch Wireless Pro.
Another alternative is the forthcoming 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad, an evolution of the popular Pro 2. While maintaining a similar appearance, it incorporates TMR sticks, trigger locks, and four remappable buttons (up from two), promising a significant upgrade akin to the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth released earlier this year. The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth shares a form factor with the Switch 2 Pro Controller, while the Pro 3 features PlayStation-style analog stick placement.