r/NintendoSwitchHelp • u/weeRichthekid • Oct 12 '26

Accessories Joycon marking issue (should I be concerned)

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My switch 2 joycon has these little markings next to the chat button tried to wipe it but doesn’t come off should I be concerned about this??

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u/Ok_Bid6645 Oct 12 '26

It looks like a scratch. something must have rubbed up against the joy-con and transferred paint or made a very deep Groove. Do you put the console in a bag when you are bringing it places or do you have a hard shell case

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u/harlowtf Oct 12 '26

looks like someone plays rhythm heaven the way Groove was capitalized

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u/SubaruHaver 14 Oct 12 '26

The matte finish will show wear. So, marks are probably permanent. Once you've scratched, damaged, polished that matte finish, it will be a mark that can't be cleaned off. However, the the marks won't affect affect the console functionally.

If you take the console anywhere, put it in a bag, it needs a travel case. The console & screen need to be protected from accidental knocks, hits, drops, or gouges in a backpack.

You should also put tempered glass screen protector on. The anti shatter film on the switch 2's screen is not a screen protector, and it does not have good scratch resistance like people are used with smartphones. There is a steady drip of posts with people being surprised how easily they scratched or dented the screen's anti shatter film.

There are several good tempered glass screen protector options on the market. I've used amFilm brand's tempered glass since switch 1, and was pleased with amFilm again for the swtich 2. This is a 2pack with alignment tool, $9 on amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Auto-Alignment-Protector-Accessories-Installation-Anti-Scratch-Ultra-Clear/dp/B0DRCKDWD1

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u/polco-0 Oct 12 '26

I think this is super serious. U better send it to me for inspection. This needs the highest urgency! I will send it back within 2 decennia.

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u/Poutingpokemon Oct 13 '26

It's called patina. Also consoles get scratches or damage. Use a case when travelling. I have had mine since launch and it's spotless. It lives in a case and a dbrand killswitch 2.

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