Instead of spending $450 on a Nintendo Switch 2, try this upgrade for your original Switch for $17

TL;DR: The HyperX ChargePlay Quad 2 is an easier way to charge 4 Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons, and it’s only $17.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was already an expensive console before the cost of games went up to $80. Instead of dropping a rent payment on a console with virtually no new games out, it might be more fun to refresh the console you already have. The HyperX ChargePlay Quad 2 is a simple, reliable way to charge up to four Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers, and it’s only $16.99 (reg. $29.99) right now.

This compact dock is great if you’ve got a full set of Joy-Cons and want to keep them charged between gaming sessions. Just slide them into the easy-glide slots, and the weighted base holds them in place while the Quad 2 does its job. It works with both original and OLED Switch controllers, and it’s especially handy if you swap controllers often during multiplayer games.

You can fully charge four Joy-Cons in under four hours, and the built-in LED lights show each controller’s charging status. That means no guessing if you’ve got enough battery to dive into Mario Kart or another round of Smash. It’s a small upgrade that takes the guesswork out of managing your gear and lets you spend more time playing.