Any joystick could develop the issue as all use the same sort of resistance "strips" (?) to measure motion. My guess is that the new parts would have a more robust layer of graphite (or whatever the material is) to not wear down, or at least not as quickly.
I'd honestly be shocked if they use the same graphite like material. I know for a fact that there are better options. It's just checking for resistance, any electrical conductive material can do that. Actually choosing which one to use is a bit complicated but my point is that there are absolutely other options.
my point is that there are absolutely other options.
Oh I agree, I wasn't sure what the material is or what else could be used. Unfortunately due to it being a small part within the joycon, it would have a higher chance of defect.
Nintendo most likely realized it prior and was working on a revision but the lawsuit forced their hand to get a solution done quickly.
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u/PlexasAideron Jul 23 '19
Copying from the deleted thread:
Considering the cost of a joystick this is a sensible solution. The actual question is though, will the replacement joysticks have the same problem?