The bog standard console and the MK edition are both for preorder release day on very at the moment I dunno if I got lucky or what.
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I would have pre-ordered earlier, but even with 5 years of NSO online Nintendo UK didn't let me pre-order. And then Amazon let me down too with their short lived pre-registration. I was prepared to not have one at launch. So it's a nice surprise to bag one anyway.
I did have a gut feeling these wouldn't be that hard to pick up after launch though, but we'll see if that is the case or not.
Will the original joycons work with the Switch 2?
I’ve got 2 Switch 2’s on pre-order. One for me, and one for my sons birthday in August (just in case there is a shortage - although it doesn’t look like that’ll be the case).
I don’t want to order a second set of joycons knowing I’ll have the second Switch 2 hiding away… so wondered if I could still play Mario Kart with 4 players using original Switch joycons?
I’ve got 2 Switch 2’s on pre-order. One for me, and one for my sons birthday in August (just in case there is a shortage - although it doesn’t look like that’ll be the case).
I don’t want to order a second set of joycons knowing I’ll have the second Switch 2 hiding away… so wondered if I could still play Mario Kart with 4 players using original Switch joycons?
The OG joycons are smaller and have a different locking mechanism so they can't attach to the new console. Also, the old joycons are missing certain functions eg. the "C" button. But they may work remotely/wirelessly, similar to the old Switch Pro controller. Not sure, but I'd speculate that's likely true.
Just looking for basic functionality when the device is docked, so I can play 4 players without having to buy more controllers. If we’re all sitting in front of the same TV, we won’t need the C button anyway.
They will work, but will need to be charged elsewhere. (Just saw a Reddit post)
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Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 Accessory Compatibility | Nintendo Support
Information about which Nintendo Switch accessories are able to be used with the Nintendo Switch 2 console.
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So, I have given my OG Switch, together with Mario Kart Deluxe 8 to my niece, but it has my profile still installed because I have Overcooked on there and they love playing that game.
I don't mind it, but I am going to use the same login and profile on the Switch 2, will that work?
I don't mind it, but I am going to use the same login and profile on the Switch 2, will that work?
That may cause issues, unless you get the NSO family subscription so you can share your profile/games.
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We won't play games at the same time. Certainly not the same games. I kept my Zelda and Mario cartridges for myself.
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You can only have one primary device per account. Secondary devices can still be linked to your account but they will have restricted usage and require an online connection. It's complicated - you probably should read the Nintendo support page for all the ins and outs.
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It seems to let me do what I want, being online is not a problem. They only ever play it at home.
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What I don't understand is this bit...
Allow other users to play your downloaded content, online or offline
Not sure what it means by "other users", since it is going to be my log in for both consoles.
How to Play Your Digital Games Across Multiple Consoles
Important: Digital games are tied to the Nintendo Account with which they were purchased.
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What I don't understand is this bit...
Allow other users to play your downloaded content, online or offline
Not sure what it means by "other users", since it is going to be my log in for both consoles.
It seems to let me do what I want, being online is not a problem. They only ever play it at home.
How to Play Your Digital Games Across Multiple Consoles
Important: Digital games are tied to the Nintendo Account with which they were purchased.
What I don't understand is this bit...
Allow other users to play your downloaded content, online or offline
Not sure what it means by "other users", since it is going to be my log in for both consoles.
I think that's just secondary user accounts on the console. On the primary console other accounts can access any games installed on the Switch. I don't know if that's true of users that are just local accounts, or linked to another Nintendo profile.
Nintendo Switch 2 is just around the corner, and many potential buyers have been wondering exactly what graphical enhancements will be available when playing their already owned games on the new system. Nintendo has now detailed free updates for 12 first-party Switch 1 titles that will be released on 5th June 2025, the launch day of Switch 2. Check out the full rundown below, including improved visuals, frame-rate, HDR support (with compatible TVs), and GameShare on select titles.
- ARMS
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- Frame rate: Optimized for Nintendo Switch 2 for smoother movement (even when playing with 3 or more players)
- HDR support
- Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain
GameShare support:
- Up to four people can play in Party Mode
- Share locally or share online via GameChat
- Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- HDR support
- GameShare support:
- Two people can play all of the courses
- Share locally or share online via GameChat
- Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics
GameShare support:
- Up to four people can play 34 games
- Share locally or share online via GameChat
- Game Builder Garage
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- Supports Joy-Con 2 mouse controls
- New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- Pokémon Scarlet / Pokémon Violet
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- Frame rate: Improved for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2
- Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- Frame rate: Optimized for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2 (including Bowser’s Fury)
- HDR support (Bowser’s Fury only)
- GameShare support:
- Up to four people can play Super Mario 3D World
- In Bowser’s Fury, two people can play together, with one player controlling Mario and the other controlling Bowser Jr
- Share locally or share online via GameChat
- Super Mario Odyssey
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- HDR support
- GameShare support:
- Two people can play together, with one player controlling Mario and the other controlling Cappy
- Share locally or share online via GameChat
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- HDR support
- The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening
- Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality
- HDR support
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I need both of those Zelda games. Hmm, not sure if I should get them.
Links Awakening is great. There is some random stutter when you exit to the outside world so I am hoping this will fix that at least. It’s classic old school Zelda with shiny new graphics if you like the older games.
Its hard to say because some of the above games mention frame rate and the Zelda games don't so I'm not sure if they consider those occasional frame rate drops not an issue that needs fixing because they will be compensated for by the hardware and aren't common or if they will still be there. Time will tell.