Nintendo Switch 2 official camera attach rate figures for the US have surfaced, and they paint a lopsided picture. The $55 accessory barely reached a mid‑single‑digit percentage, leaving it far behind the more popular Pro Controller.

Nintendo Switch 2 official camera attach rate stays low

Despite being positioned as a key accessory at launch, its attach rate has stayed in the low range. Few buyers viewed it as essential, especially when cheaper, compatible options already exist.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller towers over camera sales

Early data suggests that about one in three Switch 2 buyers added a Pro Controller to their setup. That equates to a 32% attach rate, vastly higher than the official camera. The difference underscores what players prioritize when choosing hardware.

Why the camera accessory missed the mark

The official camera fell short for several reasons:

• Many players already owned USB‑C webcams
• The GameChat feature has not become a must‑use service
• Third‑party gear offers lower prices and similar performance

Together, these factors weakened demand and kept the attach rate down.

How players have responded to the accessory

Community chatter shows indifference. For many, the camera feels like an optional add‑on, useful only in narrow cases. By contrast, the Pro Controller became a near‑default purchase, praised for comfort and reliability.

What the attach rate signals for Nintendo’s future

The Nintendo Switch 2 official camera attach rate highlights the divide between essential gear and niche extras. A controller shapes every play session, but the camera only matters for a fraction of games and services. The message is clear: players will pay for hardware that improves their daily experience, not for accessories that sit idle.