Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller Rumored: 40th Anniversary Edition?
Patience is a virtue, especially when you’re waiting for Nintendo to put its flagship franchises on a premium controller. Over a year into the Switch 2’s life, the Pro Controller lineup has been conspicuously barren—just a base model and the Resident Evil Requiem Edition. For handheld players who dock their Switch 2 regularly, the official pad is a natural companion: back buttons, fast charging, and that seamless wake-from-sleep magic. But picking one up without a thematic design feels like settling. Now, a credible rumor points to exactly what many of us have been holding out for: a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Pro Controller, green and gold with a Triforce crest.
Why a 40th Anniversary Controller Beats a Game Tie-In
According to insiders, this controller is not tied to the upcoming Ocarina of Time remake—it’s a celebration of the franchise’s 40th anniversary, which came and went in February 2026 without a peep from Nintendo. That’s a smart move for handheld owners. A game-specific controller risks feeling dated once the hype for that title fades, while an anniversary edition is evergreen. The rumored design—green and gold, Triforce centered on the faceplate—echoes the iconic Hylian aesthetic without being locked to a single game. For anyone who docks their Switch 2 at a desk or uses it tabletop, this is the kind of pad that stays on your shelf for years.
Back Buttons and Triforce: The Practical Appeal
The Switch 2 Pro Controller already addresses the biggest shortcomings of the original Switch’s pad: programmable back buttons for ergonomic advantage in fast-paced games, USB-C fast charging that actually keeps pace with modern play sessions, and the ability to wake the handheld from sleep without reaching for the console. A Zelda edition would wrap those functional upgrades in a design that honors four decades of adventure. Original Switch owners will remember the Tears of the Kingdom Pro Controller—black, white, and gold Zonai details—which became a collector’s item alongside other Nintendo collectibles like the My Nintendo metal display. With the Switch 2’s larger library and improved hardware, a Zelda anniversary pad could be the definitive accessory for both docked and handheld play — much like the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C has become the go-to budget controller for handheld PC gamers.