As promised, it was on April 2nd that Nintendo presented in detail its new Switch 2 console, also called Super Nintendo Switch, which announces the color in its name: it's a Switch but better.
Accustomed to taking risks, sometimes paying off (the Wii, the DS), sometimes not (the Wii U, the 3DS), Nintendo has this time decided to play it safe by capitalizing on a versatile machine that has captured the attention (and the wallet) of gamers around the world. We therefore find all the advantages of the Switch with a few improvements.
Nintendo Switch 2, main specifications££££
With a diagonal of 7.9" (20 cm), the screen, still LCD ([abc]Oled[/abc] version in four years, we bet?) is larger, its definition displays [abc]1 080p[/abc] for a display frequency of up to 120 images per second and HDR compatibility is included. In TV mode (via the support), the definition progresses to [abc]Ultra HD[/abc] [abc]4K[/abc].
A larger screen, therefore a larger console (even if the thickness remains the same as before, excellent). The same goes for the JoyCon controllers for a more comfortable grip. Regarding the JoyCon, the attachment is now magnetic. Placed on the edge, they can be used as computer mice, a feature used in several games, for example Metroid Prime 4 (released before the end of the year) or Fortnite.
Technically the machine is faster and graphically more advanced even if - as usual - Nintendo dodges the race for performance, the specialty of its competitors PlayStation and Xbox. The storage capacity mentions 256 GB, eight times more than on the previous version. In terms of features, we welcome a microphone for online discussions, 3D audio compatibility with headphones and a new additional [abc]USB[/abc]-C port to connect a new camera (sold separately), to use online or even on local games like Mario Party Jamboree.
Nintendo Switch 2 game prices: ouch, ouch, ouch, that's a pain!££££
Excellent news, it's possible to play local multiplayer with several consoles but with only one game. So much the better in a way, since Nintendo has announced some pretty crazy indicative prices, for example a Mario Kart World (the new episode of this Switch 2) at €90 per title in physical version, €80 in dematerialized. Ouch, ouch, ouch!
In terms of games, many Nintendo and third-party titles have been announced, and in the absence of a new big Mario, the most impressive in our eyes is undoubtedly Donkey Kong Bananza, a very dynamic Open World platform game and apparently full of ideas. Otherwise, we will note the availability of GameCube games, the arrival of Street Fighter 6 and backward compatibility with the games of the first Switch (even in physical format).
Released on June 5th at the recommended price of €469.99, €509.99 for the pack with Mario Kart World (which should be a big success given the price of the game alone...).
