---
product_id: 276935385
title: "eXtremeRate SFC SNES Classic EU Style Joy con Handheld Controller Housing (D-Pad Version) with Colorful Buttons, DIY Replacement Shell Case for Nintendo Switch Joycon & Switch OLED Joy con"
brand: "extremerate"
price: "R1144"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "E Xtreme Rate"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/276935385-extremerate-sfc-snes-classic-eu-style-joy-con-handheld-controller
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Vibrant colorful buttons for standout style Ergonomic D-Pad for precision control DIY kit with screwdrivers & spare screws eXtremeRate SFC SNES Classic EU Style Joy con Handheld Controller Housing (D-Pad Version) with Colorful Buttons, DIY Replacement Shell Case for Nintendo Switch Joycon & Switch OLED Joy con

**Brand:** extremerate
**Price:** R1144
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Level up your Switch style and control — because ordinary just won’t do!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** eXtremeRate SFC SNES Classic EU Style Joy con Handheld Controller Housing (D-Pad Version) with Colorful Buttons, DIY Replacement Shell Case for Nintendo Switch Joycon & Switch OLED Joy con by extremerate
- **How much does it cost?** R1144 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/276935385-extremerate-sfc-snes-classic-eu-style-joy-con-handheld-controller)

## Best For

- extremerate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted extremerate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Bold, Customizable Look:** Say goodbye to boring gray—inject personality with colorful buttons that make your Switch uniquely yours.
- • **Complete DIY Experience:** Includes PH00 & Y00 screwdrivers plus spare screws, empowering you to upgrade your Joycon like a pro.
- • **Precision D-Pad Upgrade:** Ergonomically designed D-Pad enhances left Joycon control, perfect for intense platformers and fighting games.
- • **Retro 90's Vibes, Modern Grip:** Classic SFC SNES EU style shell with a smooth, anti-slip matte finish for hours of comfortable gameplay.
- • **Step-by-Step Installation Support:** Access detailed YouTube video guides to master the installation, even if you’re new to electronics.

## Overview

The eXtremeRate SFC SNES Classic EU Style Joycon Housing is a premium DIY replacement shell designed for Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED Joycons. Crafted from durable ABS with a matte finish, it features an ergonomic D-Pad for enhanced gameplay precision and vibrant colorful buttons to personalize your console. The package includes essential screwdrivers and spare screws, supported by detailed online installation guides, making it ideal for gamers seeking both style and improved functionality.

## Description

eXtremeRate SFC SNES Classic EU Style Joy con Handheld Controller Housing (D-Pad Version) with Colorful Buttons, DIY Replacement Shell Case for Nintendo Switch Joycon & Switch OLED Joy con : desertcart.co.uk: PC & Video Games

Review: Look great - Not so easy to put together but if you got the patience they look great
Review: Looks great! Don't buy separate screwdrivers but you will need tweezers. - Patience, time and steady hands. Three things needed to make this a success. The shells are of great quality (I chose the NES themed black shells with a dpad configuration) and they look great and feel very comfortable. They include a screwdriver which interchangeable heads for Phillips and the Tri type. There are a few reviews on here that said the screwdriver stripped the Tri screws. I believe that the screwdriver supplied (interchangeable heads rather than 2 separate screwdrivers) are the new issued version which is supposed to rectify this issue and I certainly had no issues with it. My advice is to go carefully, line up the shape, apply a good amount of pressure whilst unscrewed, this will still the screwdriver to become unseated and stripping the screw. No need to buy separate screwdrivers. The YouTube video signposted has an incorrect instruction which is in the title but I almost missed it so bear in mind when when watching it. It took me about an hour to do both joycons. I have no prior electronics experience and is the first time doing something like this. I would not have been able to do this task without some nose tweezers - I would suggest you buy a separate tweezers for this job. Search for ESD 15 tweezers and those are the pair that you need. I needed them to pull out and reattach the ribbon that you need to do as part of the task, I have small fingers but I don't think even the slightest of hands could reattach the ribbon without tweezers. Would also advise being careful when you open the joycon, I used a credit card to carefully snap it open so I could just fold it like a book like the video. Try doing this with just your hands and you risk ripping the ribbons and destroying your joy cons.

## Features

- Custom designed replacement housing to perfectly fit for Nintendo Switch Joycon. Ergonomic d-pad button can greatly improve your left Joycon function, perfect for d-pad intensive games
- Unique replacement case to add much more personality to your Switch, no more boring standard gray color
- The installation process requires customer with moderate electronic installation experience. Get an installation video guide on YouTube by searching "Extremerate for JoyCon Dpad Guide" or "cTajxu8ZpzI". Watch the video at half speed. We recommend watch, pause, do, and repeat
- The retro SFC SNES Classic EU style brings you back to the 90's. Great smooth grip, soft in hand and feels good; Anti slip, sweat free for a long period game playing
- Package includes replacement Joy-con case for Nintendo Switch (no electronics part included), coloful buttons, PH00, Y00 screwdrivers set and spare screws

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08V4SCFDS |
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,858 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 89 in Nintendo Switch Cases |
| Brand Name | eXtremeRate |
| Colour | Classic SFC SNES EU Style |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (3,092) |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
| Hardware Platform | nintendo switch |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 11.5W x 5H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 30 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Extremerate |
| Product Finish Type | Matte |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** eXtremeRate
- **Colour:** Classic SFC SNES EU Style
- **Finish type:** Matte
- **Hardware platform:** nintendo switch
- **Material:** Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

## Images

![eXtremeRate SFC SNES Classic EU Style Joy con Handheld Controller Housing (D-Pad Version) with Colorful Buttons, DIY Replacement Shell Case for Nintendo Switch Joycon & Switch OLED Joy con - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Hc2Fml3lL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is your d-pad joycon shell kit for the (1) classic 1989 gb dmg-01 (2) or sfc snes classic eu based on the "new hope gray" color?**
A: No. they are different from the "new hope gray" color.

**Q: Any plans to release a solid "light gray" or "new hope gray" for your d-pad joycon shell?**
A: Sorry we don't have that plan yet. :(

**Q: Do you plan on making/restocking this in new hope grey?**
A: Wouldn't that be a question for the manufacturer?

**Q: Is the d-pad ok without the padding? When I was dissassembling the Joycon there was no padding for the direction buttons where the d-pad goes.**
A: I wouldn't recommend it because then the d pad button piece will rub against the board with all the circuitry. To me, that might run it. The rubber pad creates that sort of protection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Look great
*by S***T on 17 March 2026*

Not so easy to put together but if you got the patience they look great

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks great! Don't buy separate screwdrivers but you will need tweezers.
*by M***6 on 24 December 2020*

Patience, time and steady hands. Three things needed to make this a success. The shells are of great quality (I chose the NES themed black shells with a dpad configuration) and they look great and feel very comfortable. They include a screwdriver which interchangeable heads for Phillips and the Tri type. There are a few reviews on here that said the screwdriver stripped the Tri screws. I believe that the screwdriver supplied (interchangeable heads rather than 2 separate screwdrivers) are the new issued version which is supposed to rectify this issue and I certainly had no issues with it. My advice is to go carefully, line up the shape, apply a good amount of pressure whilst unscrewed, this will still the screwdriver to become unseated and stripping the screw. No need to buy separate screwdrivers. The YouTube video signposted has an incorrect instruction which is in the title but I almost missed it so bear in mind when when watching it. It took me about an hour to do both joycons. I have no prior electronics experience and is the first time doing something like this. I would not have been able to do this task without some nose tweezers - I would suggest you buy a separate tweezers for this job. Search for ESD 15 tweezers and those are the pair that you need. I needed them to pull out and reattach the ribbon that you need to do as part of the task, I have small fingers but I don't think even the slightest of hands could reattach the ribbon without tweezers. Would also advise being careful when you open the joycon, I used a credit card to carefully snap it open so I could just fold it like a book like the video. Try doing this with just your hands and you risk ripping the ribbons and destroying your joy cons.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Acceptable, I like the transparent look
*by I***L on 28 November 2022*

Installing these was a bit of an effort. Lining up the buttons correctly is ideal otherwise you’ll be opening it up again like I did (see image with misaligned < A). I damaged a three inside which meant a screw came out and had to open the case again and glue that screw in. I don’t think the buttons that come with it are very good quality and I only used the z ones and the d pad (you have no choice as it’s different from the original case). I used the black ones from the original jojcons otherwise. It would be great if you could work on meeting the same quality as the Nintendo ones. Buy double sided tape or fold over tape to create a double sided effect with this to keep the battery in place.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-23*