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.
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.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.
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.
. The only thing really going for the Switch 2 is that is the only place to play Nintendo games.
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.This is all that matters really, they have a closed market and they know it.
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.
You are absolutely right but it is still disappointing. Tech is really boring these days. Iterate, monetize and play it safe. Yawn
Personally don't care about tech anymore, give me good games.
If it is an lcd screen picking up at launch for an inflated price when an OLED upgrade is inevitable seems like burning money!Looks way too much of tbe same, I'd like to see the specs for this, but personally I feel the backwards compatibility is going stifle development for a while. We will see lots of cross platform with improvements for Switch 2 and not much in terms of exclusive games. I'm not sure if I will pick one of these up at launch.
Knowing Nintendo that OLED won't come until the hardware is on its knees.If it is an lcd screen picking up at launch for an inflated price when an OLED upgrade is inevitable seems like burning money!
If it is an lcd screen picking up at launch for an inflated price when an OLED upgrade is inevitable seems like burning money!
You could be right! I’m still hoping the LCD rumour isn’t true as for me it is an unnecessary step back the OLED switch screen is night and day to the original. The only justification I can see for an LCD is if they want to sell a more affordable model as pricing has been a key ingredient in switch 1 sales.They could launch two SKU's. OLED and LCD model, all manufactures love splitting the user base now.
If it is an lcd screen picking up at launch for an inflated price when an OLED upgrade is inevitable seems like burning money!
Annoying it's not released before Christmas, how am I supposed to pass it off as the children's present if it's mid year.
Not going of the Switch 1 history. They hold value really well.You have a chance for it to become slightly cheaper for Christmas this year![]()
Normally some reasonable bundle offers around Black Friday with extra games/online passes and a few quid off at other retailers but your right discounts on the switch are pretty few and far between. I’m hoping Nintendo manage to maintain a similar price point as for me that was a key attraction when buying one for my kids.Not going of the Switch 1 history. They hold value really well.