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We asked AI what the first Switch 2 accessories you should buy are, and it came back with a short list that feels very familiar, the same items most gamers end up getting.
Nothing weird. Nothing random. Just the things you notice you need once you actually start playing.
The List Is Short for a Reason
According to AI here are the accessories that kept showing up:
- microSD Express card
- Pro Controller
- Carrying or grip case
- Screen protector
That’s the full list.
Why These Keep Showing Up
These are not upgrades you think about later. These are problems you run into right away.
They fix:
- Storage filling up faster than expected
- Handheld play getting uncomfortable
- Scratches from normal use
- Controllers not feeling great over time
Most gamers run into at least one of these within the first few days.
microSD Express Card, Storage Goes Fast
Games take up more space than you expect. A few downloads in, and you start checking what to delete.
A microSD Express card gives you:
- More space for your games
- Faster load times than older cards
- No need to keep reinstalling
This is usually the first thing gamers buy.
Pro Controller, Better for Longer Play
Joy-Cons work, but longer sessions feel different.
A Pro Controller gives you:
- Better grip
- More accurate inputs
- A more comfortable feel
If you play action or fast games, you will notice the difference.
Case, Because You Will Move It
Even if you mostly play at home, your Switch will get picked up, moved, or packed.
You have two main options:
Carrying Case
- Protects the whole system
- Good for travel or daily use
Grip Case
- Makes handheld play easier
- Adds light protection
Pick based on how you play.
Screen Protector, Easy to Skip, Easy to Regret
The screen is easy to scratch and hard to ignore once it happens.
A screen protector:
- Helps prevent scratches
- Keeps the display clean
- Costs very little
You install it once and move on.
What AI Got Right
The list stays the same no matter how you look at it.
You need:
- More storage
- A better controller
- Basic protection
That is the setup most gamers end up with.
Where to Start
If you are only getting one:
- Storage if you download games
- Controller if you play long sessions
- Screen protector if you want to avoid scratches
- Case if you move it often
Start there, then add more if needed.
What are you picking up first for your Switch 2?
