This Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con dock charges up to four controllers. It’s compact, features RGB lighting, and has built-in protection against overheating and overcharging.

Switch 2 docks require a "20V power input to activate TV mode," according to accessory maker Jsaux It also hopefully means we won't have to deal with a dock door as we did with the previous console.

But as you probably now suspect, the Nintendo Switch 2 doesn’t do it that way. When you plug the Switch 2 into a third-party dock or hub, it may refuse to negotiate power.

“The video output of Switch 2 is limited to the USB-C port at the bottom; the USB-C at the top cannot output images.” Those hoping to use smaller dock alternatives with the Switch propped up ...