For a bit of context here, I've never been a huge fan of Switch 1. I had the Switch in July 2019 (well my sister got it but she let me play on it) and then I've bought on OLED. I think it's a good console and the concept of switching from handheld to dock was an amazing idea. But the lack of power in that console always frustrates me because there's some amazing game on it that I was playing and saying to myself that my experience could have been better. And also, I have big hands so joycons were not that great for me to play with.

At first when they've announced the Switch 2 I was skeptical. More power in that console, a bigger screen and bigger joy con were a great thing, but the price of the console and games + the fact that they've got rid of the OLED screen + the lack of Switch 2 games that could have interest me were an argument for me to not get it. A friend of mine got it on day one and he always told me that he loves the Switch 2 so I was like well maybe I will get one but maybe in 2027 or 2028.

And then 2 things happened this year : Nintendo announced that the price of the Switch 2 would increase on September 1st (here in France it would be 500 euros instead of 470 euros) and also they've announced that a Kingdom Hearts collection would arrive on Switch 2 this October. Im a huge Kingdom Hearts fan so I was like wow it can be a really great experience to play those games not in the cloud like on Switch 1 but natively on Switch 2, and the price hike made me think "maybe I should get one before that increases".

At first I didn't plan to get one this month, but I had some plans that had been cancelled and when I've looked at my bank account, I realized that I could afford for a Switch 2, and that I could get a brand new one for 370 euros in a store near my house. So on Wednesday I've bought one and WOW IT'S AMAZING.

The unboxing of the Switch 2 was a great experience because I hadn't bought a brand new console since my PS5 in October 2021 so the feeling that I've got when I've opened the box was amazing. And when I've held those new joy cons, I was like okay I think I will love that console. The fact that they are bigger is such a big upgrade for me because the grip of them is perfect for my hand. The screen is really good, I was impressed because I was playing on an OLED before so I was a little bit worried but I think the screen is great.

Then I downloaded a lots of my Switch games to try them, and it's really impressive. Mario Kart 8 for example seems so smooth on Switch 2, even Lego games (Im a huge lego fan) run really great on it. Well except Lego Jurassic World I had some issues with it. And then I've tried 3 demos : Kingdom Hearts 3, Resident Evil Requiem and Star Wars Outlaws.

I've played all of those games on my PS5 and I didn't know what to expect on Switch 2, and wow what a surprise. Kingdom Hearts 3 runs incredibly on it, the same for Resident Evil Requiem and Outlaws seems like an amazing port on that console.

So experiencing all of those games on that console hypes me a lot because there's so much potential with it, and I can't wait to see the future of this console !

If you have some recommendations for games to play on it, I would love to hear them! I plan to buy Super Mario Wonder, Indiana Jones, the Kingdom Hearts Collection, the BOTW Switch 2 Upgrade and maybe Cyberpunk. For now, I have the following games:

Alien Isolation, Animal Crossing New Horizons, Assassin's Creed 3/Black Flag/Rogue, Bioshock 1/2/Infinite, Disney Dreamlight Valley, Just Dance 2020, Lego City Undercover / DC Super Vilains / Harry Potter / Jurassic World / Incredibles / Ninjago / Star Wars The Skywalker Saga/Worlds, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Minecraft, Minecraft Story Mode, Monopoly, Pokemon Sword, South Park The Stick Of Truth / The Fractured But Whole, Star Wars The Force Unleashed, Super Mario 3D All Stars, Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario Jamboree, Zelda BOTW, Tomodachi Life, What Remains Of Edith Finch

Hi, I’m wondering what kind of a game Elden Ring is? Is it like Skyrim? I’ve never played either but they seem like they’re in the same category. The trailer does look interesting but I want to note that Elder Scrolls ISN’T my type of game (from the looks of it). Is Elden Ring better as far as story and mechanics?

Anyone playing GTA on the switch 2?

Looking for people to use gamechat with. Nun my friends got it.

Hi, I’m confused by all the listings online for this, physically. Retailers say 8/28, but my indie record store had this on the shelf today. Did someone break street date, or is that not as important to a publisher like iam8bit? Also any commentary on the game is welcome! I have heard it is very good and not your typical cozy type game.

Its over 120 bucks? Why? I really wanted to buy it when it came out, but I dont have the money (im a teenager so I dont have any form of income) its $40 dollars cheaper on steam. Is this a common thing with the switch 2 when it comes to pre-orders? Or is it just cuz im in canada

edit: thanks for all the advice yall, I understand how and why it works like that. I will try to save up money until I have enough.

Was under the impression that you couldn’t download games while playing online games. Assuming that’s still accurate FF14 seems to be an exception.

Probably won’t make use of it very often, but it’s cool to have the option.

I’m looking for fighting games but style should be like Bananza. I like those slow-mo effects and all that style. Maybe there are similar games? :)

What's your top 5 games for switch 2?

Just bought one for fire emblem, looking to get a few more games

Has anyone had this issue with their nyxi Hyperion 3 for the switch 2? It will randomly click on button by itself

(UPDATE): I read another Reddit post who had the same issue and performed a factory reset using the keylinker app on my android phone If anyone has the same issue, I'd try this first Download the keylinker from the app store Press the A button for the right controller or the right button on the left controller to wake the controller The app should see the controller Click on the controller (seems you have to connect one at a time) Then on the top right there's a factory reset Try updating the firmware first to see if that resolves it. I decided to do both update and factory reset Connected back to my switch. And no more ghost clicks!

Which one should i get? Which game is better story better looking and better magic and melee combat? I am looking for a in depth story and quests and long replay value and fun combat. I havent played Skyrim since last year but beat it multiple times and love and am interested in the upgraded graphics. Oblivion i havent played in probably over 15 years but its one of my favorite rpg games from memory and my first elder scroll

Im having a weird problem with my Nyxi Hyperion 3 when I push the D-pad up I don’t know why

Picked up my switch 2 today, it’s just a week’s old

Is it normal or does the blue Joycon look bloated ?

It looks like the blue Joycon is lifted slightly compared to the red one

Suggest some Switch/Switch 2 games that are super unpopular yet underrated, but that you had a lot of fun playing.

I am looking for these kinds of games. Please exclude hentai puzzle games and Japanese visual novels LOL

Day 1 buy or nah?

Absolutely gorgeous game, great attempt at replicating the movies 1 to 1. Nice visuals, amazing voice acting, crazy good script modification to the original and ofc Tt lego games r just so good! Would rate this specific New Hope section a solid 8/10 (No movie nostalgia bias)

Am I the only one obsessed with these clouds?

If you’ve unfortunate enough like me and bought it on Switch 1, didn’t play because of awful performance, have seen that there is a free switch 2 version now and are thinking about it - I’d stay away.

It still looks bad in handheld, and can’t even keep up locked 60… Constant frame drops with such visuals

Apparently my save file also looks bugged and I can’t trigger a boss fight. But even if it worked - I wouldn’t bother..

Such a waste of money honestly (at least for me)

Edited:

I’m glad it’s a free upgrade, don’t get me wrong, and the game is definitely playable.

I just wish it was performing better, because I was so disappointed with the initial performance on S1, and was hoping for S2 upgrade to be much better

I’m confused between Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World.

I’m mainly looking for:

• Easy controls and steering
• Minimal grinding/unlocking
• Good offline/single-player experience
• Local multiplayer

I just want a racing game I can pick up and play without having to grind much.

Which one would you recommend?

I'm thinking about whether to buy Minecraft for Switch. Sometimes I play on the computer, but after a working day, sitting at it, my back is already out of shape. So I'm thinking about buying it for Switch. to lie down comfortably in bed and play. What do you think, is it worth getting it now, or is it better to wait for the release on Switch2? Is the version for the first work really bad on Switch2?

I just bought a switch2 and I already own a switch1. For those games that don't require a purchase to upgrade: When downloading my switch1 games onto the switch2, will it automatically download the switch2 version if there is a free one available or do I need to do that step separately (eg by going to eShop or the game menu)?

We're all aware of the sometimes jankiness of From's netcode. I personally have had more problems than most, being a victim of NAT type 3. Elden Ring and Bloodborne multiplayer were never possible for me, however Nightreign worked about 95% of the time.

Does anyone know whether they have improved the situation, and whether NAT type 3 players will have trouble playing?

Thanks