Guitar Life for Nintendo Switch getting English release in the west
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After a previous debut in Japan, Guitar Life for Nintendo Switch is coming west on Nintendo Switch with full English support. It will be out stateside on December 15, 2025.
Guitar Life is all about teaching you how to play a guitar. There are specific lessons you can follow, but also a variety of other modes – including free play.
Here’s a whole bunch of information about what’s on offer:
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Guitar Life: Lesson 1 announced for Switch
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Hori, typically known for its accessories, has now announced a new piece of software for Switch titled Guitar Life: Lesson 1. A release is planned for this spring in Japan.
Guitar Life: Lesson 1 is a peripheral-powered educational guitar game. The following songs will be included:
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HORI reveals Switch Split Pad Compacts for Sonic and Pac-Man
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HORI is adding two more designs to its lineup of Switch Split Pad Compacts, with Sonic the Hedgehog and Pac-Man now getting the spotlight.
As a reminder, the Split Pad Compact is an updated version of the Split Pad Pro with a focus on handheld player. It features full-size analog sticks and a d-pad plus turbo functions and assignable rear buttons. However, it does not support motion controls, HD Rumble, NFC, and the IR camera.
More: Hori, Pac-Man, Sonic the Hedgehog
HORI reveals new Switch accessories for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
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Original (4/15): HORI has revealed a few new Switch accessories based on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The company is readying a stand, Joy-Con substitutes, and carrying cases.
The play stand is pretty straightforward. You can park your Switch system there, and it can be folded for easy transportation in something like a pouch or bag.
Switch Split Pad Compact confirmed for the west
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Original (9/12): HORI will release the Switch Split Pad Compact in the west, retailer listings confirm.
The peripheral was recently announced for Japan (known there as the Split Pad Fit) and various designs will be appearing in the country starting this month. It’s an updated version of the Split Pad Pro and is intended to “provide a full-size controller experience in handheld mode.” Full-size analog sticks and d-pad are included, along with turbo functions and assignable rear buttons. Motion controls, HD Rumble, NFC, and the IR camera are not supported.
HORI reveals Split Pad Fit for Switch, new version of the Split Pad Pro
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Original (8/18): HORI originally introduced the Split Pad Pro as a way of bringing the full-size controller experience in handheld mode that you’d get while playing your Switch docked. After putting out a number of different designs, the company has now unveiled an updated version known as the Split Pad Fit.
The Split Pad Fit is in many ways identical to the Split Pad Pro. You can still use a d-pad, assign functions to rear buttons, and more. However, just like the original, it does not support features like HD Rumble or NFC.
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Sonic the Hedgehog Switch Split Pad Pro revealed
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Another variation of HORI’s Split Pad Pro controller for Switch has been revealed – this time for Sonic the Hedgehog. It has two pieces of art for the Blue Blur on both sides of the controller and the back is completely dark blue.
There have been a few different designs going back to
the original Split Pad Pro with Daemon X Machina in 2019. Other variations include Pac-Man, Pokemon, and Monster Hunter. We also found out about a Mega Man version not too long ago.
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Pokemon Legends: Arceus Split Pad Pro revealed
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HORI is making another design available in its Switch Split Pad Pro line to tie in with the launch of Pokemon Legends: Arceus. In a couple of months, fans will be able to pick up a controller based on the game.
Like all other Split Pad Pros, it’s designed as a handheld experience first and foremost. It has full-size analog sticks, a precision D-pad, and large shoulder buttons as well as assignable rear triggers, Turbo functionally, and more.
Here’s the official product description:
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Switch Split Pad Pro becomes wired controller with new attachment
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HORI has revealed a new attachment for its Switch Split Pad Pro accessory that will make it possible to use the device as a wired controller for TV mode.
Up until now, the Split Pad Pro has only been compatible in handheld mode. A few different designs have been released, including Daemon X Machina, Pac-Man, Pokemon, and Monster Hunter. We’ll also be seeing a new Mega Man version very soon. But now with the new attachment, the Split Pad Pro essentially becomes a wired controller.
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Mega Man Switch Split Pad Pro revealed, pre-orders live
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HORI is planning a new Switch Split Pad Pro for Mega Man, a listing on Amazon reveals.
The controller, which is officially licensed by Nintendo and Capcom, has been completely decked out with the classic character showing up on both sides. The entire thing is in blue as well, which acts as another nod to the Capcom icon.
