GinoFelino
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Gamexplain Explains the Joy-Con Desyncing Problem
- Thread starter Tom Nook Sawyer
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papercan55
Member
Have nintendo issued a statement yet, at least saying they are looking into this?
GinoFelino
Member
No, nothing yet. Expecting one today though.
stan423321
Member
I think what he means is Switch cannot into Netflix.
This is definitely an "Uh Oh Spaghetti-Os" moment.
On one hand, this could be fixed day one and no one will mention it again. But even if that happens, it is still pretty remarkable that Nintendo shipped it out with this very obvious issue after months of testing. You only get one first impression, and considering the Switch's main appeal is the hardware gimmick, failing on that front doesn't build confidence.
I guess we have to just wait and see.
On one hand, this could be fixed day one and no one will mention it again. But even if that happens, it is still pretty remarkable that Nintendo shipped it out with this very obvious issue after months of testing. You only get one first impression, and considering the Switch's main appeal is the hardware gimmick, failing on that front doesn't build confidence.
I guess we have to just wait and see.
GinoFelino
Member
'I totally bought this console I hate, you guys'
Hey the arrow guy is back with some new shapes
Discokuningas
Member
This might not be related but I just got an email from Finnish retailer that neon joycon pair isn't available at launch.
Edit: though they promoted a Snipperclibs joycon bundle at that same email.
Edit: though they promoted a Snipperclibs joycon bundle at that same email.
Are you trying to prove to us that the issue is real? We know that, so mission accomplished I guess?
GlamFM
Banned
And colors!
I'm prone to eye strain looking at a small screen. I'd much rather play on my couch so I can do things afterward like "drive a car" or "not have a migraine." If I can't do because 50% of the Left JoyCons have a manufacturing flaw, that's a bummer. Good lord person.
kitchenmotors
Banned
This is so amusing. I played the thing for 3 hours, various games in various positions and distance from the console. Myself nor my boyfriend had any sync issues. The console isn't unplayable. There is a bug obviously, but we're still a week out from launch. Day one patches are a thing.
And if it's hardware, Nintendo will make good on some sort of exchange program. They're not going to let two pieces of plastic be the downfall of this amazing piece of hardware.
This isn't a doom and gloom situation, like RROD or exploding batteries. But cancel if it makes you feel better, more stock for people trying to get one.
papercan55
Member
you've got to be kidding me, how have they not simply come out and said we're on it or something...
Did they know about this issue already so they are keeping quiet?
This is the sad thing.
That's why I call it a bug, it could be as simple as somebody forgetting to change one number. Let's say one programmer was testing something, deactivated those mods and forget to turn it on again. Since those aspects were tested already, nobody was looking into it again. Then you release this broken version, people notice the bug and need to patch it again, just to change one number.
kitchenmotors
Banned
Doubtful. This wasn't an issue at any of the press events or public events.
Being a bummer and being unplayable is quite the difference I'd say.
BassForever
Member
A lot of people canceling their pre orders are gonna look silly if this is fixable with a day 1 patch to boost the signal of the joycons
No, it's both. If there are disruptive disconnects constantly, it is literally unplayable on my couch.
kitchenmotors
Banned
He's gotta make himself feel better about canceling his preorder, if he even had one. Otherwise it's a narrative to play up.
PR statements don't appear out of thin air. They need to assess their current position with respect to the issue and determine how to best word their statement so that things are least damaging or, if it has already been solved, that they are completely clear. It's not Reggie sending a tweet when we reads this thread or anything.
IlGialloMondadori
Gold Member
< 15 feet seems totally fine to me.
Of course you can reliably reproduce what gamexplain did, it's just blocking a signal with your hands.
This doesn't explain the cause of the problem. It's already pointed out on an earlier page that the signal strength of Bluetooth for the Joy-Cons should be sufficient yet it is having this issue of signal strength related to distance when playing.
What factors are causing it? We know Bluetooth is on a 2.4GHz signal and that is a common frequency used that there could be interference. The only other thing as mentioned is that there could be an issue with the Bluetooth when running. But we don't know unless there was some way to analyse it.
Don't forget, everyone's lucky to get a Nintendo Switch, even if it arrives in an inoperable state. Otherwise you'll feel bad. Think critically and you'll feel bad.
I've played through Dark Souls 2 with a constantly disconnecting controller due to faulty bluetooth on my PC. The issue here doesn't sound nearly as bad as what I experienced back then. You'll be fine.
body-watergate
If there is a silver lining here, it's that this is the same company that sent me free Wiimote condoms and wrist straps to address previous design flaws. I trust Nintendo to make good here too if this does become a persistent issue. Still kind of sucks in the meantime though. I canceled my charging grip for the time being if only because it seems I'm going to be using the pro pad near exclusively.
GlamFM
Banned
I had 2 actually. Cancelled last week after Horizon got such good reviews.
Horizon and ME back to back did not leave much room for a new console so I didn't feel the need to jump in day one anymore.
As I said - I'm gonna get one eventually.
Lefthan JoyContra scandal.
kitchenmotors
Banned
It's hard to tell who is being sincere and who is actually trolling in this thread. I had to make the decision about Horizon or the Switch, but after playing it last weekend (the Switch), Horizon will have to wait until Spring Break.,
This isn't an inoperable state.
SomedayTheFire
Member
I genuinely don't understand distances in feet. Every time it's mentioned I'm like mentally trying to figure out have far that is in metres.
Spukc
always chasing the next thrill
Look at your feet
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Deleted member 10571
Unconfirmed Member
lol
15 feet should be at least okay for me, I should be like 17 ft away from the tv at most. I do feel bad for everyone having issues with this though, and hope a day 1 patch will somehow fix things.
Or a middle page post on the superior 100 posts page structure.
10 feet is approximately 3 metres.
And 10 miles is approximately 16 kilometres.
Yes, the Imperial system makes no sense.
It is if you have to send it back to Nintendo if it turns out the problem can't be fixed with a patch. If they're going to even accept replacements that is.
Unless you want to reward Nintendo by buying a pro controller you'd otherwise not want, just for rushing the launch.
casey_contra
Member
I'm hoping for some kind of statement today...
Every10ft are roughly 3mts.
10ft - 3mts
A lot of people not canceling their pre orders are gonna look silly if this is not fixable with a day 1 patch. :?
GinoFelino
Member
Just found out that was a thing. Shows what I know.
MatthewB92
Member
I giggled. I remember when that thread was originally posted. Miss the good times 😭
A lot of people just look silly by caring so much if other people cancel or don't cancel their pre-orders.
And this thread is really not about pre-orders but about a real issue.
Edit: ha, now I really got top of the page in the superior format. Lol.
GinoFelino
Member
You did it again!
You have put it as if I care about preorders in some way. Mine was an answer to show how silly the comment is. Congrats on keeping the craziness I suppose.