JoyCon Droid

JoyCon Droid is an application for devices on Android 9 and higher that lets you use your phone as a Switch controller. Find information here. Root is required.

Please start with reading the Compatibility and FAQ!

Root is required on all Android devices to use JoyCon Droid as of Switch system version 12.0.0 and higher, this includes Samsung. The Bluetooth Class of Device on your Android device must be changed using root for the Switch to allow it to connect as a controller.

Samsung devices or custom ROMs are also required for using amiibo.

There is a lot of information here but reading everything is necessary, not guaranteed to work, and is recommended for advanced users only.


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JoyCon Droid Features

  • Use Android as a Switch Controller - Pro Controller, Joy-Con L, Joy-Con R

  • NFC Emulation - amiibo .bin backup files can be used in games over Bluetooth

  • Accelerometer and Gyroscope support for games with motion controls

  • Customizable UI and community options (TAS, Macros, etc.)

  • Controller bridge - Connect almost any controller via USB to Android as an adapter to control the Switch. Gamepad buttons are remappable.

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