I tested Turtle Beach's Mario-themed controller and headset for Nintendo Switch 2 and they surprised me for 5 key reasons

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Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0000

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I went hands-on with Turtle Beachs Mario-themed controller and headset for Nintendo Switch 2 and they impressed me for these key reasons.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Tech Radar Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member
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midst of his 40th birthday celebrations, we recently had Mar10 Day, we just got Super Mario Bros. Wonder Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup In Bellabel Park , and right now, the Super Mario Galaxy Movie is playing in theaters.

In light of this Mario-crazy year, then, game accessory manufacturer Turtle Beach has released some Switch 2 gear thats centered around Nintendos most iconic character . And what do you know, Ive been lucky enough to get my
hands on some of these new Nintendo Switch 2 accessories myself.
Specifically, Ive been able to test a new version of the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2 , which features both Mario and Luigi, as well as a Mario-themed version of the Turtle Beach Airlite Fit
Wired Gaming Headset . And even though these come in at fairly modest price-points especially compared to first-party alternatives Ive had a pretty good time with both so far. Article continues below You may like
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And so, Im here to tell you about my time with Turtle Beachs newly released Switch 2 accessories, and reveal the five things that surprised me the most about them. Interested? Of course you are so lets-a-get into my list!
Today's best Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2 and Turtle Beach Airlite Fit deals Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless 49.99 34.99 View Deal See all prices Turtle Beach Airlite Fit 19.99 14.99 View Deal See all prices We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Rematch Wireless Controller: terrific TMR thumbsticks (Image credit: Future) Given that the official Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller does not feature
Hall Effect or similar tech, I was wowed to see the Rematchs inclusion of TMR thumbsticks.

These TMR thumbsticks provide strong responsiveness and precision, and also reduce your chances of encountering stick drift. When I previously reviewed the Rematch, I already appreciated the fluid, smooth feel of the thumbsticks, and as youd expect, theyre a hit once more on this Mario Bros-adorned model.

Turtle Beachs controller is on the market for around $20 / 20 / AU$20 less than the official Pro Controller, and so I really wasnt expecting to see a feature like TMR thumbsticks, but its easily one of this models key selling points. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Rematch Wireless Controller: bountiful battery life (Image credit: Future) Talking of key selling points, its really hard to look past the Rematch controllers battery life. Thats right, Turtle Beach claims that you get as much as 40 hours of playtime from this model, which is ideal for people like me who always forget to charge their gadgets.

Ive been using the Mario Bros. version of the Rematch controller to fuel my full-blown and semi-problematic addiction to Pokmon Pokopia as of late. And I have to say, that 40-hour figure seems accurate in my experience Ive barely had to re-juice the battery.

That 40-hour amount is also equal to the costlier official Switch 2 Pro Controller, which we currently rate as the top controller in our guide to the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories . What to read next Turtle Beachs Donkey Kong-themed Nintendo Switch 2 case is the best Ive tested so far, with impressive durability and storage at a tempting low price I tested the three most popular Nintendo Switch 2 cameras, and this is the only one Id recommend After more than eight months with the Nintendo Switch 2, I still cant get
over this one performance upgrade and it's got nothing to do with visuals or framerate AirLite Fit Wired Gaming Headset: a shockingly low price (Image credit: Future) Lets move on over to the AirLite Fit now, a wired headset which is optimized for Nintendo Switch 2. And one thing shocked me about this Mario-equipped gear right out of the gate: its exceptionally low price.

Thats right, this headset comes in at just $27.99 / 19.99, making it an incredibly budget-friendly option. Considering that you get a
noise-cancelling microphone, adjustable headband, and generously padded earcups, thats not a bad price at all. Of course, you dont get the
convenience of wireless connectivity, and the 40mm drivers wont provide the most crystal clear sound quality youve ever heard, but for less than $30 /
20, thats to be expected.

Given that the officially licensed PowerA Wired Earbuds for Nintendo Switch 2 have a list price of $24.99 / 19.99, it seems as if Turtle Beachs headset is priced very generously indeed. AirLite Fit Wired Gaming Headset: genuinely solid mic quality (Image credit: Future) I was delighted to see that the AirLite Fit had a noise-cancelling mic, and I made sure to put it to the test for video calls, voice recording tests, and for GameChat.

Although you wont get the most technologically sophisticated noise canceling ever on the Airlite Fit, background noises are certainly dimmed to a decent effect. In addition, I was very pleased to hear little to no background
static when recording my voice something a lot of cheap headsets fall foul of. More generally, my voice was clear, and my speech sounded well-defined, rather than muddy or tinny.

I also love how the headset's mic is flip-to-mute, meaning you simply flick
it upwards and your friends or indeed enemies will be unable to hear you. Not bad, eh? Rematch & AirLite Fit: their personality-filled designs (Image credit: Future) Lets bring these Mario-themed accessories together for a moment, and talk about something they both nail: their eye-catching designs.

Now, a lot of budget accessories have a plain black build and struggle to stand out in a fairly convoluted market. But Turtle Beachs new accessories surprised me with vibrant, personality-filled designs that are genuinely a
joy to behold.

Ill start with the controller, and while Mario and Luigi aura-farming while standing back-to-back caught my eye, it was something else that really piqued my interest. See, when the model is in use, a bunch of Super Mario power-ups light up across the face of the controller, including mushrooms, stars, boomerangs, shellsyou name it! You can even cycle between four different lighting modes, which keeps things fresh.

As for the AirLite fit, Im a fan of the semi-translucent design, as well as the inclusion of Mario on each earcup. The red and black colorway is enticing as well, and mirrors how the Switch 2 console has an understated design with tasteful pops of color.

Both accessories look great, in my view, and they surpassed my expectations
in many areas. Oh, and theyre both compatible with the original Nintendo Switch as well as its successor, making them readily available to a whole lot of players. Today's best Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller for
Nintendo Switch 2 and Turtle Beach Airlite Fit deals Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless 49.99 34.99 View Deal See all prices Turtle Beach Airlite Fit 19.99 14.99 View Deal See all prices We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices The best Nintendo Switch 2 games to play right now Our
top picks for Nintendo's latest handheld

Read our full guide to the best Nintendo Switch 2 games 1. Best overall: Donkey Kong Bananza 2. Great for multiplayer: Mario Kart World 3. A sequel
for the ages: Hollow Knight: Silksong 4. A timeless adventure and remake: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition 5. Best Pokmon: Pokmon Legends Z-A Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button!

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