Since the Nintendo Switch launched back in 2017, it has been marred by reports of'Joy-Con drift', where the detachable controllers register movements without the users touching them. The bug can make video games unplayable and has left many consumers out of pocket having to buy expensive replacement controllers, which can cost around £70. Now, an experiment by Which? has tested faulty controllers, revealing a crucial design flaw that is to blame. Based on the findings, Which? is calling on Nintendo to act urgently to fix the issues. Since the Nintendo Switch launched back in 2017, it has been marred by reports of'Joy-Con drift', where the detachable controllers register movements without the users touching them Gamers who use the Nintendo Switch have complained of a defect in their controllers dubbed'Joy-Con Drift.' 'Drift' is an infuriating flaw which causes video game characters to move about on screen or cameras to zoom out awkwardly without the player even touching the control stick. It first surfaced as a problem soon after the console was launched in 2017.

"Animal Crossing: New Horizons" (Nintendo, 2020) was released for Nintendo Switch a year ago at the start of the coronavirus pandemic. As cities locked down across the US, thousands of players found comfort and community in the cheerful game, developing their island, crafting supplies, catching critters, planting flowers and getting to know their villagers. Cozying up with this latest entry in the popular simulation series allowed players to travel to a virtual paradise island and pretend they weren't stuck indoors. The game is detailed and customizable, the stakes low and the characters adorable. Nintendo's seasonal updates to the game have brought new interactions and timely tasks to enhance gameplay.