So, let's say I wanted to use my GameCube controller on my switch but couldn't use the TV. Could this connect to the switch, and the controller without using a TV? null

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MCCC · Accepted Answer

It's the exact same as the original dock that came with the switch

Nico25 · Answer

In my other answer, I mentioned you can't use this as a tabletop dock, HOWEVER, that's if you want to charge it while you're playing. 
You ***CAN*** use this dock without plugging in the USB C adapter and just using the USB adapter. Check photos to see proof and what I'm talking about.

Nico25 · Answer

Unfortunately, putting a Switch into this dock puts it into TV mode. You cannot use it just for USB devices.

ZiggyMangum · Answer

This depends. If you’re using a first-party Nintendo controller, you’ll need a USB hub adapter for the GameCube Controller Adapter as it requires two USB ports, whereas this dock only has one.

Eric · Answer

Looking at the Nintendo UK's "How to Use the GameCube Controller With Nintendo Switch" article, the official GC adapter requires two USB ports to work. Since this dock only has a single USB port in, the official GC adapter wouldn't work. If you have a 3rd party adapter that one uses a single USB port (no idea if they exist or are available) or a GC controller that has a USB connection, I could see it working... but I've never tried it.

Answered by Eric 6 years ago

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“So, let's say I wanted to use my GameCube controller on my switch but couldn't use the TV. Could this connect to the switch, and the controller without using a TV?”

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