Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1: Is it time to upgrade?

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Nintendo is back with the Switch 2, a major upgrade promising 4K visuals, improved Joy-Cons, and powerhouse performance. But is it truly a next-gen leap or just a smarter, sleeker iteration of the original? I break it all down in this in-depth comparison.

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[Lucianopatrick]

I am very excited for switch 2. The features they are presenting are going to be great.

[NintendoEternity]

- Unlike Welcome Tour on the Switch 2, Wii Sports came with Wii consoles entirely for free at launch (everywhere except Japan, at least). The same can be said for software like Astro's Playroom on the PlayStation 5. Welcome Tour, on the other hand, takes users through the ins and outs of Switch 2 hardware for a fee rather than for free.

- GameCube games are not available on the original Nintendo Switch (Switch 1), Nintendo Switch Lite, nor The Switch OLED. They will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 and will be accessible through the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The GameCube library will launch on the same day as the Switch 2's release, abandoning 151 Million Plus Switch 1 Players!

- For games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, a paid upgrade pack will be available, costing $9.99. So in order to play the exact same game, you already own, you have to purchase a 4K Upgrade for $10. So you must spend more money Just to see a pretty Remaster of the same game....

- The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to feature game prices ranging from $80 for digital versions to $90 for physical copies. This price range is a significant increase compared to current Switch titles.

- The Switch 2's battery life is significantly shorter than the Switch OLED, which could be a drawback for portable gaming enthusiasts.

- Power Limitations:
While a step up, the Switch 2 still won't match the power of a dedicated home console like the PS5 or Xbox Series X.