Nintendo Switch 2

[kamikazekeeg]

Figured we could have a new thread for the system coming up, all the current news and such related to it for people to discuss since it's releasing soon.

They did come out to say that there will be games with free updates that will improve performance and visual clarity.  They are doing it in the Nintendo way though by only having a limited number of games right away, 12 of them.  It seems that updates that may add "content" are what will lead to the upgrade packs, though in the case of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, that "content" is a garbage, useless, app to justify charging money. It's very skeezy.

https://www.gematsu.com/2025/05/nintendo-details-free-switch-2-updates-for-12-first-party-switch-games

Was bummed to see that they are doing very little for something like Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, I thought that maybe they could do an improved version of the game, fix its many issues, but seems right now it's only to improve it's clarity, framerate, and are gonna have a few more Pokemon visible at once, but it still looks awful and likely won't fix any of the other issues that game has.  Guess there's no reason to when they already sold 30 million copies of the game and their new one is about to release.  Such a half-assed franchise.  Sorry, I'm venting, because I want to like Pokemon games again, but it's a real struggle with all their terrible choices lol

[telekill]

Quick question regarding Pokemon as it was brought up above -- I'm planning to get my son Let's Go Pikachu (Switch) as he recently got into Pokemon. Is that a decent game to start him on? He's 8 years old.

Back on topic, Nintendo updated their policies, methods and prices to not be enticing enough to upgrade. I'll stick with the regular Switch as there's plenty of games I know the family will enjoy that they haven't gotten to yet. Anything new that isn't on Switch as well, I'll more than likely just get on PS5 and they'll miss out on updated Nintendo titles. I won't reward Nintendo for the recent decisions they've made.

[dhaabi]

Quick question regarding Pokemon as it was brought up above -- I'm planning to get my son Let's Go Pikachu (Switch) as he recently got into Pokemon. Is that a decent game to start him on? He's 8 years old.

At that age, I actually think that Let's Go Pikachu might near the edge of it being too close toward the easier side as an introduction, and especially so if a child is already familiar with more basic game mechanics. I've come across a fair amount of discussion from others introducing their children even as young as age four to the franchise, specifically with Let's Go. But that's not to say choosing that title over others is wrong. From my understanding, Pokémon games across the Switch generation have been even further simplified than they already been in years prior (though more so with Let's Go, so I don't think choosing any of them would be a bad choice necessarily.

I've actually been around a child around age eight playing one of the Let's Go games, and they weren't having any trouble playing.

[emporerdragon]

Quick question regarding Pokemon as it was brought up above -- I'm planning to get my son Let's Go Pikachu (Switch) as he recently got into Pokemon. Is that a decent game to start him on? He's 8 years old.

At that age, he'd be more than fine with starting with a mainline title (Scarlet/Violet, Sword/Shield, Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) instead. The games are designed to be beginner RPGs and a person can beat any game with practically any team. Going up against other humans is where things like strategy, team composition, movesets, IV breeding, and EV training come into play, the single player stuff outside of things like the Battle Tower (or it's equivalent) can all be beaten with enough brute force.

[telekill]

At that age, I actually think that Let's Go Pikachu might near the edge of it being too close toward the easier side as an introduction, and especially so if a child is already familiar with more basic game mechanics. I've come across a fair amount of discussion from others introducing their children even as young as age four to the franchise, specifically with Let's Go. But that's not to say choosing that title over others is wrong. From my understanding, Pokémon games across the Switch generation have been even further simplified than they already been in years prior (though more so with Let's Go, so I don't think choosing any of them would be a bad choice necessarily.

I've actually been around a child around age eight playing one of the Let's Go games, and they weren't having any trouble playing.

At that age, he'd be more than fine with starting with a mainline title (Scarlet/Violet, Sword/Shield, Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) instead. The games are designed to be beginner RPGs and a person can beat any game with practically any team. Going up against other humans is where things like strategy, team composition, movesets, IV breeding, and EV training come into play, the single player stuff outside of things like the Battle Tower (or it's equivalent) can all be beaten with enough brute force.

Appreciate the ideas guys. He's never played any of the Pokemon games. About two months ago he randomly came across the OG Pokemon cartoon on Amazon Prime and started watching it. I was personally never into the franchise, but never had anything against it.

[kamikazekeeg]

Let's Go Pikachu would be great for a kid of any age, it's pretty chill, like I didn't enjoy the throwing mechanic, but he'll probably dig it and its otherwise a good nostalgia trip being a remake of the original games.  I'd certainly recommend it as a starter game along with New Pokemon Snap.  Then probably Sword/Shield as that one is fine enough (I think it's a bit crap, but a young kid won't care) and then Arceus.  I'd never recommend Scarlet/Violet on Switch personally due to the reasons I've listed already, though if your kid likes the other ones, there might be no other option and they may or may not care, I don't know lol

[weirdfeline]

I hope Best Buy or Target or both will have demo units for Nintendo Switch 2. My Best Buy and Target both currently have playable demo units for Switch and my Walmart has a non-playable PS5 display. I fondly remember playing Mario Kart 8 on a Wii U kiosk in a Walmart prior to release which lead to me not buying a Wii U because I found the demo to be disappointing but updates, DLC and the Deluxe version made it a better game.

[badATchaos]

uuuuggg I'll probably be a long time till I can get one

[Cartagia]

So, did any of us get one?

[bikingjahuty]

So, did any of us get one?

I didn't. Just from what I've seen online, it seems like the launch was a bit underwhelming. I think the primary factor was the price, but I also feel like there just wasn't the same level of hype and interest as there has been in previous Nintendo console launches. That's just from what I've been seeing. I have no idea if it ended up selling it in my area or not, but I'm sure a few people on here grabbed one.

[kamikazekeeg]

While I do need a Switch 2 just because I don't have a Switch anymore, I'm kinda glad to wait for the system, not just because of the price issues, but I need more games to hype me up.  Donkey Kong isn't out till July and there's nothing else this year that's really exciting to me.  I was initially more hyped on Mario Kart World because of the free roam, but it sounds like they kinda half-assed it abit, where this stuff to do, but not enough to justify it, but we'll see, it's Mario Kart, it's still gonna be good, it's just always been a multiplayer game more than anything, and I'm not big on doing online Mario Kart too much.

[bikingjahuty]

While I do need a Switch 2 just because I don't have a Switch anymore, I'm kinda glad to wait for the system, not just because of the price issues, but I need more games to hype me up.  Donkey Kong isn't out till July and there's nothing else this year that's really exciting to me.  I was initially more hyped on Mario Kart World because of the free roam, but it sounds like they kinda half-assed it abit, where this stuff to do, but not enough to justify it, but we'll see, it's Mario Kart, it's still gonna be good, it's just always been a multiplayer game more than anything, and I'm not big on doing online Mario Kart too much.

Kinda of in the same boat. Nothing at launch excited me that much, but that could and probably will change throughout the Switch 2's life. The other factor I'm waiting on is to see how widespread the use of key cards are. 3rd party games already overwhelmingly use them which was a reason why I didn't jump for one at launch, but I'm also waiting to see if Nintendo starts releasing first party games as key card only physical releases. If that does happen, I probably won't get one, but time will tell I suppose.

[nathan776]

There's a lot of things I like about the Switch 2, but realistically I'm not sure if the cost is justified with the current library of games.
Vast improvements to games like Pokemon Scarlet/Violet on Switch 2 which feel really good.
Mario Kart is a bit meh for me. Not really something I have been in to a whole lot since the Wii. To me, it all feels a bit too manic with up to 24 players on the track at a time. I often find myself going from 1st to 18th or so very quickly lol. The maps themselves have a lot of character in some areas but there are also areas that just feel like open stretches. Open world, I'm just not interested in at all. Haven't tried the knockout mode yet. I fully expect this game to have an absolute ton of dlc which I'd completely welcome.

The Switch 2 itself really feels nice. The stand feels sturdy and the way the joy cons connect and disconnect feel great. The only thing I would like is a bit of a longer battery life.

[marvelvscapcom2]

Gamestop done goofed again. This time... multiple people and countless outlets are reporting customers recieving damaged nintendo switch 2s. Because supposidly some gamestops in ny decided to.... wait for it

STAPLE RECIEPTS TO PEOPLES PREORDERS lol

Like flat out with a staple gun or stapler... shank peoples boxes with metal projectiles...

People are clammering about it breaking or pucking the screens which is understandable. But my thing is. Why do that AT ALL. Thats someone elses property. Some collectors really care about the box.  I just cant grasp the logic.



Even though I dont want one day 1. That joy of opening a new console on launch day is beautiful.  I cant imagine someone depriving you that    the video says replacements were given. So thats good at least. But who eats that cost? Gamestop? Nintendo? Some insurer?

Please note that I am unsure how far reaching this is.  Supposidly multiple people had it happen. May be isolated. Still really silly.


Whats everyone's thoughts on it?

https://youtu.be/ndKKRiQE6T8?si=NbUAr_SMssmELE_I

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Why do that AT ALL. Thats someone elses property. Some collectors really care about the box.  I just cant grasp the logic.

It's NY... the city that doesn't care about its own citizens. Not only do officials not give a damn, but the citizens don't care about each other either. Gamestop gave zero F's and probably figured early adopters had maybe a 60% chance of getting their new game system home without getting mugged. What's a staple to them?