Holding Joy-Con

The grip styles and number of Joy-Con controllers you use will differ depending on which game you're playing.
This page introduces some frequently used grip styles.

Dual-controller grip

Two Joy-Con controllers, each held vertically. This grip allows full button usage and independent movement of each controller.

Two Joy-Con controllers, both held vertically

Solo vertical grip

One Joy-Con, held vertically in one hand. This grip allows single-handed operation via buttons and controller movement, etc.

Joy-Con (L) held in a solo vertical grip
Joy-Con (R) held in a solo vertical grip

Solo horizontal grip

A single Joy-Con, held horizontally with both hands. This grip allows tilt controls to be used.

A Joy-Con (L), held horizontally with both hands