Nintendo Switch 2

Neo Alec

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That reveal sucked. It's basically just showing how the design iterates on the original. At least they are going with the full backward compatibility approach I thought would serve them best. I think we already more or less know the internals and specs at this point, but we still need some official promises to back this up.

Are there any games for it, or just Mario Kart 8?
 

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I think it's probably the equivalent of a "pro" edition or the like than a proper new next gen console.
 

Neo Alec

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You might want to read the message at the end of the video. Not all the games are going to be compatible unfortunately.
Yeah, I read it. I consider it a standard backward compatibility disclaimer, especially since as @kernow pointed out, it's a new console with new architecture. I take that to mean it's going to play everything except maybe Puzzle my Bunghole, released by Pixelhart LRG five years ago.
I think it's probably the equivalent of a "pro" edition or the like than a proper new next gen console.
Kind of. But it reminds me more of how the current gen PS and Xbox are fully backward compatible with last gen.
 

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Yup. That looks like a Switch. Have a feeling those controller connectors are going to break frequently with the kind of reckless abuse kids give to their devices.

Enjoy in good health, nerds.
 

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they're magnetic, should withstand tard rage...at least for a while.
 

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My thoughts:

Nothing surprising. This is basically the Switch Pro everyone was clamoring for, right? I expect only modest hardware improvements. Hopefully they've sorted out whatever design problem that was causing the drift issue on the Switch 1 joycons. Hopefully that frame-only style stand isn't as flimsy as it looks (the OLED one is great compared to the first gen Switch kickstand). Hopefully the joycon connection, which now seems to lack any physical connection to the screen, doesn't lead to people accidentally popping them off and dropping their main unit on the ground.

On the size. Personally, I already thought the OLED was too big to be practical as a handheld, the Lite is a good size and has a functional d-pad as opposed to the joycon four button setup. So this is now even bigger, going to have to get used to that "excuse me while I whip this out" feeling if you think you're going to play a little game on your train ride in to work moe. If it was ever possible to do with any semblance of subtlety with the Switch 1, the Switch 2 almost definitely crosses that line.

I guess the main question is whether or not this can maintain the momentum they've had with the Switch, how many people can they convince to upgrade? Will some devs opt to continue to make Switch titles just because of a huge established player base? Is there any name confusion? Basically, is this the WiiU all over again. Nintendo has opted for iterative hardware at this point for going on 20 years. I think its a good idea. They've bowed out of any sort of graphics war and I think have ended up better for it. They get to maintain an attractive price point. They get to make 'Nintendo' games.

I'm sure it will end up on our kids' x-mas list for 2025.
 
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My thoughts:

Nothing surprising. This is basically the Switch Pro everyone was clamoring for, right? I expect only modest hardware improvements. Hopefully they've sorted out whatever design problem that was causing the drift issue on the Switch 1 joycons. Hopefully that frame-only style stand isn't as flimsy as it looks (the OLED one is great compared to the first gen Switch kickstand). Hopefully the joycon connection, which now seems to lack any physical connection to the screen, doesn't lead to people accidentally popping them off and dropping their main unit on the ground.

On the size. Personally, I already thought the OLED was too big to be practical as a handheld, the Lite is a good size and has a functional d-pad as opposed to the joycon four button setup. So this is now even bigger, going to have to get used to that "excuse me while I whip this out" feeling if you think you're going to play a little game on your train ride in to work moe. If it was ever possible to do with any semblance of subtlety with the Switch 1, the Switch 2 almost definitely crosses that line.

I guess the main question is whether or not this can maintain the momentum they've had with the Switch, how many people can they convince to upgrade? Will some devs opt to continue to make Switch titles just because of a huge established player base? Is there any name confusion? Basically, is this the WiiU all over again. Nintendo has opted for iterative hardware at this point for going on 20 years. I think its a good idea. They've bowed out of any sort of graphics war and I think have ended up better for it. They get to maintain an attractive price point. They get to make 'Nintendo' games.

I'm sure it will end up on our kids' x-mas list for 2025.
U bored m8
 

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You might want to read the message at the end of the video. Not all the games are going to be compatible unfortunately.

So far it sounds like it's mainly IR enabled games,
1 2 Switch
Labo(s) (cardboards also too small)
Ring Fit (ring can't hold the new Joy Con)
Wario Ware Move It
 

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Digital Foundry points out there are enough art and rendering differences that they believe this is actually Mario Kart 9. I guess that's kind of exciting.
 

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Digital Foundry points out there are enough art and rendering differences that they believe this is actually Mario Kart 9. I guess that's kind of exciting.

I didn’t see the DF video but I’d agree. Some changes to the art style, I think it looks fine. DK looks pretty fucking adorable.

People seem to think it’ll be 24 racers. I don’t play games online so IDGAF, but I guess that’s cool for people who do. The thought is if there are going to be so many karts on track, then they are also going to blow the roster wide open like Smash Bros.

Love it or hate it, MK8 really nailed it. I bought that game on release and kids and I still play it. I don’t give a shit about any games now, but am interested to see how they follow-up.
 

Neo Alec

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this is how to do a reveal

So I agree with Digital Foundry that this is no longer necessary because people are already familiar with the basic concept. But you're right that the hype and the sizzle are definitely missing. I really wonder if consumers are going to see the benefit of upgrading.
 

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So I agree with Digital Foundry that this is no longer necessary because people are already familiar with the basic concept. But you're right that the hype and the sizzle are definitely missing. I really wonder if consumers are going to see the benefit of upgrading.
We need to see spergs playing Switch, Too in inappropriate public places.
 
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