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eXtremeRate DIY Replacement Shell Buttons for Nintendo Switch, Soft Touch Back Plate for Switch Console, Custom Housing Case with Full Set Buttons for Joycon Handheld Controller - Classics SNES Style

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Hardware Platform Nintendo Switch
Brand eXtremeRate
Color Classics SNES Style
Material Plastic, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Product Dimensions 4.53"W x 1.97"H

About this item

  • Custom designed replacement housing to perfectly fit for Nintendo Switch console and controller. Precision cut to work exactly like the original shell
  • Unique replacement case to add much more personality to your game handheld console, no more boring standard color
  • The installation process requires customer with moderate electronic installation experience. Kindly note that the installation of this shell will void the warranty of your game console. Get an installation video guide on YouTube by searching "ExtremeRate New Horizon Style for Switch" or "o8QPB2uTbHk". Watch the video in half speed. We recommend watch, pause, do, and repeat
  • The retro SNES style brings you back to the 90's; Great smooth grip, soft in hand and feels silky; Anti-slip, sweat-free for a long period of game playing
  • Package includes console back-plate, replacement case for JoyCon (no electronics part included), full set buttons, cross, Y00 screwdrivers set and spare screws
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  • Tired of your boring old gray standard color?
  • This is the way to go!
  • Great customization option for DIY enthusiasts with a Switch.

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  1. Please don’t wrongly think they are Switch console and Joycons. Actually they are full housing shell with full set buttons for Nintendo Switch without any electronic parts.
  2. Requires customers to take apart the Joycon to replace the original Joycon shells and buttons. Requires customer with moderate electronic modification experience. Get installation video guide on You tube by searching "ExtremeRate Switch Joycon New Horizon Style" or "o8QPB2uTbHk".

Product Feature

  • Totally upgrade your Switch to the exclusive and stylish level.
  • Made of durable non-toxic ABS plastic.
  • The texture is not a rubberized finish.
  • Instead, it is semi-slick, matte soft plastic. More comfortable and feels better in hands than the stock shell.

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Installation Tips

  • Installation difficulty: High
  • Time spent: 4 hours or more
  • Patience needed: High
  • Go slow. Check every connection. Keep your screws organized. Watch a Youtube video on how to do it though, pausing and replaying often.
  • When you are reassembling the Joycons you must be conscious of how tight you are tightening the screws as that will affect how your buttons to press.
  • When removing the Joycon outer screws make sure you are using a Tri-wing screwdriver. Be careful not to strip the 4 outer triangle screws or over tighten any screws.
  • There are multiple very delicate ribbon cables in the Joycon that need to be removed and reattached.
  • Use tweezers instead of bulky fingers at all times to help with the little pieces that you'll take to move to the new case.
  • Note that the ZR and ZL on the Joycons are spring loaded so be careful when opening.
  • Installing the console back-plate is easy. Simply disassemble your original back housing and kickstand from the Switch, then replace it with eXtremeRate back plate and kickstand.

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Package Includes

  • 1x Back plate for Nintendo Switch console with Kickstand
  • 1x Left Right Joycon housing with middle tray
  • 1x A/B/X/Y buttons, 1x Direction buttons
  • 1x L R buttons, 1x ZL ZR buttons
  • 2x SL SR buttons

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  • 1x Screwdriver handle, 1x PH00 screwdriver bit, 1x Y00 screwdriver bit
  • 55x Screws, 6x Springs
  • 1x Adhesive sponge pad, 2x Speaker dustproof net
  • Note: The console, Joycon and other parts are not included.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the quality of the electronic device faceplate. They mention that it's well built, and has a soft feel. They are also satisfied with appearance, and comfort. However, some customers have mixed opinions on value, size, parts, ease of installation, and screws.

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201 customers mention190 positive11 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electronic device faceplate. They mention that the SNES design in particular is really nice, the finish looks and feels nice, and there is a great variety of styles and colors. The joycons and the back cover are incredible. The plastic is thick and has a matte finish, making the white lettering easier to see. Overall, most are happy with the look and quality of the product.

"...Switch buttons look better in my opinion because the white lettering is far easier to see, but that's neither here nor there and spare parts are..." Read more

"...The case looks great, the finish is very glossy and maybe slippery but I knew that going into it. No surprise there...." Read more

"...It is a very smooth, almost soft plastic. It honestly looks gorgeous and I am glad I took the time to assemble it.Tips:1...." Read more

"This skin looks wonderful on my switch. As with other reviews be careful with the screws as not to strip out the factory ones when removing them...." Read more

177 customers mention155 positive22 negative

Customers like the quality of the electronic device faceplate. They mention that it is well built, has a soft feel, and looks really good. The shell was made nicely, and all the replacement shell parts were of top quality. The case holds up well under heavy use, and has no issues with faulty or broken pieces. The soft-touch case feels like quality material, not like the flimsy cheap plastic.

"...print aside, the actual molded plastic is durable and the kickstand latches haven't broken for me after a decent amount of use, and show no signs of..." Read more

"...Super easy to *switch* out and I had no issues with faulty or broken pieces." Read more

"...Stiffness is good, no extra weird weaknesses because of this case...." Read more

"...It does take time, but the shell was made nicely...." Read more

89 customers mention86 positive3 negative

Customers like the comfort of the electronic device faceplate. They say the back and Joycon's have a soft feel and nice soft texture. The case is high quality and feels really nice in the hands. Some mention that it has a slight rubber feel to it. Overall, customers are satisfied with the comfort and quality of the product.

"...Overall very, very happy with this housing replacement. Looks great, feels great, and friends have thought much the same." Read more

"...It is a very smooth, almost soft plastic. It honestly looks gorgeous and I am glad I took the time to assemble it.Tips:1...." Read more

"...The case itself is really high quality and feels really nice in the hands, especially compared to a vinyl skin...." Read more

"...Despite the case material feeling nice in most areas, there are a few areas on the front of the L Joycon and back of the case that feel “grainy”,..." Read more

177 customers mention102 positive75 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of installation of the electronic device faceplate. Some mention it's a straight forward and simple job to do, while others say that the instructions are inaccurate and add time to the install.

"Got this to do a custom switch for a friend and he loved it! Super easy to *switch* out and I had no issues with faulty or broken pieces." Read more

"...know what you're doing before installing these because the joycons are tricky to do without damaging anything...." Read more

"...The back cover is extremely easy to Install and took all of about 10 minutes from start to completion...." Read more

"...Swapping out the shells was not too difficult, but I definitely recommend watching a video on YouTube if it's your first time...." Read more

81 customers mention33 positive48 negative

Customers are mixed about the screws. Some mention that the kit comes with plenty of extra screws and springs, and that the tools included prevent screws from being stripped. However, others say that they have difficulties with stripped screws, particularly on the back of the switch.

"...Simply follow along. Some people have difficulties with stripped screws (particularly on the back of the switch)...." Read more

"...It comes with many spare screws and buttons and a nice control screwdriver(magnetic) with the two bits you will need to open up your device...." Read more

"...The only issue I ran into on installing this was a stripped original Nintendo screw that had to be drilled out of the console to remove the backplate..." Read more

"...Everything snaps together with ease and the screwholes are all drilled properly...." Read more

75 customers mention46 positive29 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the electronic device faceplate. Some mention that it fits perfectly and looks amazing, while others say that the included in the kit are the wrong size, the molding that hold the metal part is too big and doesn't fit tight enough. They also mention that the very top middle of the switch wasn't large enough for any provided screws.

"...The buttons are also by eXtremeRate and are perfect fits. The home button comes in two parts and was kinda fiddly to put together...." Read more

"...prepared to spend an hour or two putting this all together with very tiny screws!..." Read more

"Fit perfect. Soft touch is awesome. Brings back that nostalgia" Read more

"...Overall fitment is totally acceptable (and I'm not about to go through this whole process again anytime soon), but I was really hoping for that..." Read more

44 customers mention25 positive19 negative

Customers are mixed about the parts of the electronic device faceplate. Some mention that it comes with everything they need to modify their Nintendo Switch, including tools and hardware. However, others say that they're extremely unhappy with the tools provided, saying that they are terrible, cheap, and not of the best quality.

"...This kit and the LED kit comes with the good multibit tool, I had no issues with its performance other than the magnetism of the bit was..." Read more

"...replacing the Switch and Joycon cases, and even the technician has a few fumbles...." Read more

"...The finished product looks very nice though, and the kit included a nice screwdriver with all the necessary heads, as well as replacement screws and..." Read more

"Good case looks good when all finished, only couple gripes, a lot of extra hardware which isn't a bad thing but got shorted on the 10 side case..." Read more

41 customers mention24 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the electronic device faceplate. Some mention that the end result was worth it, and the effort is well worth it. They also say that it was a fun project that was really rewarding. However, others say that the price is too high and the product is not worth the price.

"...but beyond that it's a straight forward and simple job to do and very rewarding once you have the final product...." Read more

"...there is one issue, the screwdriver that came with this kit, is cheap garbage, it stripped the screws on my switch plate, so I'm unable to remove..." Read more

"This took me about 3.5 hours to put on my switch, but the end result was worth it...." Read more

"...The quality isn’t perfect due to some of the screw holes not having the threading for the actual screws to stay put...." Read more

Highly unrecommended. I wish I could leave 0 stars.
1 Star
Highly unrecommended. I wish I could leave 0 stars.
First off, the Installation Instructions here are inaccurate. They SHOULD read:Installation difficulty: INSANETime spent: 8+ hoursPatience needed: Saint-likeIf you’re replacing this on your own Switch, good luck. If you’re replacing it on your child’s Switch… just don’t, unless you’re experienced with micro-repairs (think opening and repairing an iPhone screen/battery). If your child is insistent on having their Switch modded, take this to a local repair shop and pay them to do the replacement. Whatever they charge will be a bargain compared to the nightmare of doing this yourself. I’ve done laptop repair and placed arterial lines in premature infants. Both are child’s play compared to what I just endured trying to replace this case.Let’s start with the very few pros of this piece of crap product:1) It’s a unique appearance - I’ve seen one other case like this, and that was online2) For the most part, the soft-touch case feels like quality material, not like the flimsy cheap plastic it actually isCons:This is going to be a long list, sorry1) If you are not comfortable completely dismantling your Joycons and entirely voiding the warranty on your Switch, don’t purchase this. In fact, I don’t recommend you purchase at all - the “instructions” are an hour and nine minute long YouTube video of an obviously experienced technician replacing the Switch and Joycon cases, and even the technician has a few fumbles. The video is often focusing on the technician’s tiny preying-mantis-like fingers instead of on the parts they are actually working on, so you’ll be pausing and rewinding A LOT. The video also doesn’t include the most important Installation tip listed here (why you put installation instructions on the Amazon listing instead of WITH THE INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO is beyond me), namely “KEEP YOUR SCREWS ORGANIZED”. I don’t know whether the video instructions used off-brand Joycons or if my factory Joycons from the Diablo 3 SE Switch had different pieces/configuration, but there were pieces and cables in my R Joycon that either weren’t in the Joycon used in the video or were disconnected off-camera. At no point did a I see the plastic ring around the home button removed, but someone magically it was removed and shown being reattached to the new home button from this kit. Same for the bottommost plate/cable inside the R Joycon. In total, it took me about 8 hours to completely replace the Switch case and both Joycons. I had to redo the L Joycon once and the R Joycon twice (and counting) to get it to work properly.2) You almost certainly will have to redo your Joycons. The first time, the lock/release button on the L Joycon didn’t work. The second and third times, the ABXY buttons on the R Joycon didn’t work properly.3) Unless you have 20/20 (ideally 20/10) vision, you will need some type of magnification. I have 20/20 and ended up using some reading glasses. Some screws are about 2mm wide/long, and you’ll need to differentiate between a Y head and a Phillips head on a 2mm screw head. Strong direct lighting is mandatory (I suggest a head lamp).4) YOU WILL NEED ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS CASE!!!The technician in the video is using these tools: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BMLQVKL9/ref=ox_sc_act_title_8?smid=A133X5YZQ9RIAR&th=1 The tweezers and the prying tool are vital, if you don’t already have such. I also suggest better screwdriver/heads - the comments section on the YouTube video is filled with complaints about the cheap screwdriver included with this case stripping your screws. Yes, they include replacement screws and springs, but dear god… just don’t (see attached images of the size/number of screws that are included). I recommend this kit, which has almost everything you need (prying tools, quality screwdriver heads, an nice magnetic mat to keep the minuscule screws organized) except for the sharp-end tweezers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0822FS7Z6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1 You WILL NEED those sharp tweezers to disconnect cables from the circuit boards inside your Joycons and working with the trigger springs.5) Replacing the Switch case is the (relatively) easy part, but the fit is pretty poor. There is a 2mm gap on the top of my Switch case (see images) that I’ve been unable to resolve after opening the Switch three times (see image)6) Despite the case material feeling nice in most areas, there are a few areas on the front of the L Joycon and back of the case that feel “grainy”, like sand or grit was trapped under the case decal. Overall, the fit is poor and the design isn’t seamless and repeats over the case/Joycons, and doesn’t align from the front/back of each individual Joycon. I realize I’m nitpicking, but spending 8 hours (and counting) of my holiday break on this claptrap plastic monstrosity really has me aggravated.Bottom line: either don’t buy this or pay someone who’s experienced (and very patient) to install it for you. Kudos if you replace it yourself in the 4 hours the manufacturer thinks it should take and don’t throw it across the room, screaming profanities, and cursing the very name ExtremeRate; you could probably get a job on the Nintendo assembly line, or at least make better instructional videos than ExtremeRate.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars Really nice quality and the material feels great.
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2021
I should preface by saying you should either have a good guide or you should know what you're doing before installing these because the joycons are tricky to do without damaging anything. If you're a novice, research the repair before buying so you don't get in over your head.

The material isn't the same smooth plastic as the standard switch joycons, this stuff is a soft vinyl covering the plastic frame. It feels softer to the touch and feels really nice to hold, even after the clammy hands start kicking in. It feels like it might scratch easily if it's not kept well, but I haven't had any issues with that, and I transport it almost primarily unprotected in a backpack pocket. Take from that what you will.
Decal print aside, the actual molded plastic is durable and the kickstand latches haven't broken for me after a decent amount of use, and show no signs of significant wear (this has been a problem I've seen with other brand housings). After the replacement, the joycons actually seem to fit more snugly in the Switch's side-rails which I appreciate because the original housing felt just a bit... wobbly? Just a bit though. Results and experience may vary.
The screwdrivers this kit comes with are *really nice*. It's a driver handle with two separate screw bits, and speaking as a professional repairman, it's a way higher quality than you'll usually find in DIY kits. This is closer to the iFixit brand stuff in quality.
The original Switch buttons look better in my opinion because the white lettering is far easier to see, but that's neither here nor there and spare parts are never a bad thing. I also left the joycon SL/SR 'bumper' buttons as the original red/blue because this kit only comes with black and that seemed like it'd be hard to see quickly. Looks a little gaudy, but I rarely see them anyway.
Last nice little detail about the Switch's rear housing plate, the kit does come with a replacement dust mesh, so you don't have to tear the one off your original housing plate and try to stick it back on.
Overall very, very happy with this housing replacement. Looks great, feels great, and friends have thought much the same.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2021
Color: Gold Star UniverseVerified Purchase
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4.0 out of 5 stars Must take apart joy-cons and switch, but worth the effort.
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2021
Warning: Do not buy if you are not prepared to spend an hour or two putting this all together with very tiny screws! You will also have to take it apart very gently because of the battery connections and all the electronic ribbons in the joy-cons!

When I bought this, I envisioned it more like a phone case, when in fact, it is a completely new shell for the switch+joycons. It comes with many spare screws and buttons and a nice control screwdriver(magnetic) with the two bits you will need to open up your device. It does take time, but the shell was made nicely. You don't have to force the parts together and it is an exact match to the normal shell a switch has. It is a very smooth, almost soft plastic. It honestly looks gorgeous and I am glad I took the time to assemble it.

Tips:
1. Take pictures while taking it apart, so you know how to put it all back together. Every time I took a layer apart in the controllers, I took a snapshot and was able to correctly assemble it.
2. I used tape to hold the buttons in place (on the outside of the cover on the joy-cons). If you don't, it can be very frustrating and they pop out constantly.
3. Be aware of what bit you need for what screw you are working on! I had to swap between the two bits provided to open everything up. One is a very very small phillips (00?) and the second is a triwing bit.
4. Don't force it apart! If it isn't coming open, then check again for a screw you haven't undone!
5. You only need to unscrew the center screw on each side of the switch, where the joy-cons click in. You don't need to unscrew all of the on the sides. (As well as the four in the back, two on the bottom, one on the top, and one hiding underneath the tab that props the screen up)
6.Don't be afraid to walk away if you are frustrated. There are many delicate components inside and you will need to patient and careful.

I would give this product five stars, but it did not come with any instructions. Don't be afraid to look up videos online for help!
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Jace
5.0 out of 5 stars Cutest case ever!
Reviewed in Canada on February 1, 2024
Color: Cherry Blossoms Pink Cat PawVerified Purchase
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Jace
5.0 out of 5 stars Cutest case ever!
Reviewed in Canada on February 1, 2024
Cutest case ever!
The Joycons have a lot more steps than the console back plate, but you DO NOT want to underestimate the back plate installation. ExtremeRate has a link to their video library detailing how to change your plates. You can also search on video sites on how to do so as well.

Warning: the Switch Console side screws are VERY fragile. It's very easy to "strip" the screw. You have to be very careful and slowly unscrew it so you don't damage the screw head. In my case, I accidentally stripped one screw.

If you stripped your screw, there's a drill bit called a "screw extractor." It comes in a set of varying sizes. You'll want to use one that's in the range of 3mm. You want to bore a hole into the striped screw head then switch to using the other side of the extractor to remove it. I recommend using a power drill. It was all worth it, because everything is cute as a button!
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8bitslow
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome shell
Reviewed in Canada on June 28, 2023
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K73VZACK
5.0 out of 5 stars Exelente calidad
Reviewed in Mexico on November 29, 2022
Color: Classics SNES StyleVerified Purchase
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K73VZACK
5.0 out of 5 stars Exelente calidad
Reviewed in Mexico on November 29, 2022
Queda perfecto y es de muy buen material
En este modelo de carcasa (snes) la textura es suave por lo cual se siente como tocar una hoja de fomi
Incluye tornillos en + para que cambies los tornillos de y
Además de incluir resortes extra para los gatillos por si llegas a perder alguno
Con el desarmador que incluye es lo único que nesecitas para todo el cambio de la carcasa aunque en sus videos de como cambiarla suelen usar pinzas también (que no incluyen)
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C. Borealys
5.0 out of 5 stars Super slick shell replacement!
Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2022
Color: Classics NES StyleVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Friggin awesome
Reviewed in Canada on November 18, 2021
Color: Scary PartyVerified Purchase