*** The Official Nintendo Switch 2 ***

I realise that Nintendo is taking a "if it isn't broke then don't fix it approach" and no doubt it will still sell like hot cakes and have great games, but I can't deny that the Switch 2 feels like a big disappointment for me.

Thinking back, NES to SNES had a large graphical leap and a much improved controller. SNES to N64 was an incredible leap in graphics and introduced analog controls. GameCube was a bit disappointing but the graphics were quite a bit better than N64. The Wii was not everyone's cup of tea but at least it was something completely different and introduced gaming to many people who had never played video games before. The Wii U was a bit of a flop sales wise but the tablet controller was actually a great idea and was completely different to what came before. The Switch took the idea of the Wii U and perfected it. The detachable controllers and being able to play both on the TV and handheld was exciting.

The Switch 2 seems to have a bit better graphics, slightly bigger screen (although if the rumours are true it will be an LCD which is a downgrade) and mouse functionality with the joycons perhaps? The Switch 2 feels like the least exciting new Nintendo console since the GameCube.

Of course the Switch 2 makes complete business sense and will makes Nintendo billions but I feel like the days of interesting Nintendo gimmicks and innovation have ended with the Switch 2.
 
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lovelyhead said:
I realise that Nintendo is taking a "if it isn't broke then don't fix it approach" and no doubt it will still sell like hot cakes and have great games, but I can't deny that the Switch 2 feels like a big disappointment for me.

Of course the Switch 2 makes complete business sense and will makes Nintendo billions but I feel like the days of interesting Nintendo gimmicks and innovation have ended with the Switch 2.
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They'll probably reveal something completely unexpected now, like the new button being a switch to activate 3DS style 3D screen :p
 
lovelyhead said:
I realise that Nintendo is taking a "if it isn't broke then don't fix it approach" and no doubt it will still sell like hot cakes and have great games, but I can't deny that the Switch 2 feels like a big disappointment for me.

Thinking back, NES to SNES had a large graphical leap and a much improved controller. SNES to N64 was an incredible leap in graphics and introduced analog controls. GameCube was a bit disappointing but the graphics were quite a bit better than N64. The Wii was not everyone's cup of tea but at least it was something completely different and introduced gaming to many people who had never played video games before. The Wii U was a bit of a flop sales wise but the tablet controller was actually a great idea and was completely different to what came before. The Switch took the idea of the Wii U and perfected it. The detachable controllers and being able to play both on the TV and handheld was exciting.

The Switch 2 seems to have a bit better graphics, slightly bigger screen (although if the rumours are true it will be an LCD which is a downgrade) and mouse functionality with the joycons perhaps? The Switch 2 feels like the least exciting new Nintendo console since the GameCube.

Of course the Switch 2 makes complete business sense and will makes Nintendo billions but I feel like the days of interesting Nintendo gimmicks and innovation have ended with the Switch 2.
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For me the only thing that doesn’t make sense is the step back to an LCD screen anyone expecting a revolution was always going to be disappointed. Nintendo have been the only company really pushing genuine innovation in recent years and have hit on a near perfect setup. The LCD thing is eaither to keep costs down or lineup and easy Switch2 OLED upgrade in a year or so’s time. I certainly wouldn’t be buying a release day console and hanging back for the seemingly inevitable upgrade.
 
a1ex2001 said:
For me the only thing that doesn’t make sense is the step back to an LCD screen anyone expecting a revolution was always going to be disappointed. Nintendo have been the only company really pushing genuine innovation in recent years and have hit on a near perfect setup. The LCD thing is eaither to keep costs down or lineup and easy Switch2 OLED upgrade in a year or so’s time. I certainly wouldn’t be buying a release day console and hanging back for the seemingly inevitable upgrade.
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I know a huge innovation was never on the cards for the next Nintendo console but it was kind of a bummer to have it confirmed.

I was at the very least hoping for an improvement to ergonomics as the Switch is so uncomfortable to use for me but doesn't look to be the case. The triggers don't even look like they are analog as there doesn't look like there is much travel to them. Could be wrong about that though.

I think the biggest thing though is I own a Steam Deck OLED. It is so comfortable to use, has a great screen and is so customisable and open. It makes the locked down Switch 2 look kind of unappealing. The only thing really going for the Switch 2 is that is the only place to play Nintendo games.
 
Begbie said:
This is all that matters really, they have a closed market and they know it.
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And the vast majority of people don’t want customisable they just want pickup and play, which the switch delivers in spades. Combine that with the lower price point and the Switch is the second best selling console of all time for a reason so Nintendo were never going to risk breaking it.
 
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And the vast majority of people don’t want customisable they just want pickup and play, which the switch delivers in spades. Combine that with the lower price point and the Switch is the second best selling console of all time for a reason so Nintendo were never going to risk breaking it.
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You are absolutely right but it is still disappointing. Tech is really boring these days. Iterate, monetize and play it safe. Yawn
 
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