Coming Q4, 2026 The next-gen GC-style controller from Hand Held Legend. TMR joysticks, swappable gates, modern wireless connectivity, USB-C, and full retro-to-modern compatibility. Overview: GC Ultimate 2 is Hand Held Legend's second-generation GC-style controller, built on everything learned from the original GC Ultimate, a favorite among Smash players since 2024. GCU 2 keeps the drift-free TMR sticks, split D-pad, and open-source firmware that made the original a hit, and adds an upgraded wireless chip, Switch 2 compatibility, a new wired-only option, and new colorways. Funded on Kickstarter in February 2026, on track to ship Q4 2026. Key Features: Drift-free TMR sticks with snapback filtering. Split D-pad. Dual IMU motion sensors for cleaner gyro aim. Swappable octagonal/circular gate plate, no soldering. Hall effect analog triggers (With the classic dual-stage press). RGB underlighting. USB-C wired or wireless with the new upgraded chip. Offline browser-based config app (Windows/Mac/Linux/Android) for remapping, deadzones, and per-console profiles. Fully open-source firmware (Hoja) and 3D files on GitHub. Compatibility: Switch, Switch 2, PC/Steam, Android/iOS*, plus GC/N64/SNES/NES via passthrough cables. XInput and native Slippi both at 1000Hz. * Android and iOS are supported only with Switch mode via Bluetooth. USB mode compatibility varies on Android Colors & Connection: Atomic Purple, Funtastic Orange, Indigo/Transparent, Ghost Black, Transparent Blue/White. Wired or Wireless at checkout. Availability: Funded Feb 2026, targeting Q4 2026 ship date. Sign up for launch notifications.
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