The Switch 2 is a wonderful upgrade from the original switch. Graphics are so much better. I enjoy the larger screen when I play in handheld mode. The joy cons are ok, not really any difference that I notice from the original, but I also just use a switch pro controller because I find the joy cons uncomfortable to use. I did notice it runs a little hot but it hasn't seemed to have any impact on performance.

I’m absolutely in love with the new Nintendo Switch 2! The graphics are stunning—super crisp and smooth, making every game feel even more immersive. I also really appreciate the upgraded controls, especially how precise and responsive the new Joy-Cons and mouse-style support feel. Everything just works so seamlessly, from the interface to the new features. It’s amazing how Nintendo took what was already great and made it even better in every way. This is hands-down my favorite console right now!

Switch 2 is sadly a bit of a mixed bag. The hardware on offer is fine. The price I would say is about in line with what I expected. The real problem with the Switch 2 is the "hidden costs" that pile up. For starters the system is not an OLED model and the LCD panel they used is slower than the original switch or the Switch OLED. This can cause motion blur/ghosting in some games. Customers may already be aware, but it bears repeating that Switch 2 will have a high volume of third party titles that are "game key cards". What that means is if you buy a game in store the game is not on the cartridge and you then have to download the games. For large games in excess of 50-60 GB? This can become a problem. The issue is compounded by the fact that Nintendo skimped on internal storage only offering a paltry 256 GB of storage. And if you move from Switch 1 to Switch 2? The Switch 2 tries to move EVERYTHING from Switch 1. The best bet is to migrate only stuff you want one at a time or download cloud saves if you are subscribed to NSO. So your internal storage will get used up pretty fast. So with so many game key cards, unless you buy additional storage? You are going to be uninstalling and redownloading a lot of titles. And this additional storage is a different format with SD Express. This has faster read speeds and all that. But ideally with how many titles are game key card? You are going to want that 1 TB and that costs another $200. Add to that to buy Mario Kart World outside of a bundle? You are looking at $80 for a game that Nintendo themselves set the value of at $50. If you buy that same digital version separately on E-shop you will pay an extra $30. If you are someone like me that values physical games? Switch 2 is a machine that may be a bit less appealing if you want to play third party titles on it. And many of these will be ports of games that are already available elsewhere and at a cheaper price. I mentioned hidden costs, and already discussed the storage. But to use voice chat? You need to have a subscription to NSO and the expansion. Welcome Tour which is nothing more than a system demo is $10. They also upped the prices on Switch 1 consoles and accessories. I personally am not buying any game key cards and will not buy those titles digitally. I will not be paying $80 for Mario Kart either. So what game did I buy? Cyberpunk 2077. A game I already own and played on Steam. It's all on cart. And that's worth supporting. The reason I bought Switch 2 was largely as a replacement for my aging launch Switch 1. (though I will keep my Switch 1). Because Nintendo somehow think it's ok to remotely brick a $500 piece of hardware even if you buy a used title that someone dumped and redistributed. I have no complaints about Walmart. They handled my preorder well, and it felt like Walmart cared more about me as a customer than Nintendo did.

dont let the misinformation of the internet trick you ! this screen can go tow to toe with the orignals oled version the hardware is fantastic the mouse tracking works better than a real high end gaming mouse on rough surfaces. the magnetic joycons are amazing and sturdy. just like the original switch if your child is a hethen/rough i wouldnt recommend giving them electronics especially this.

It was pretty good overall with new features and stuff, but it’s not as big of an upgrade from the switch one. It only gets 60 FPS on 90% of the games and it’s not very much faster and it only has a little bit more processing power in the GPU. I got a PS five instead.

Bought the switch 2 in June but held off opening because I wasn’t ready for the transition yet coming from a lite but I just opened it today waiting for Mario Galaxy and it’s amazing…a total upgrade across the board and still light and comfortable in the hands just an amazing product and can’t wait to use it more going forward

The Nintendo Switch 2 builds smartly on its predecessor’s hybrid formula, offering better performance, a sharper OLED display, and improved battery life. Games load faster thanks to the upgraded processor and SSD-like storage, and the system handles more graphically demanding titles smoothly—even in handheld mode. Backward compatibility with Switch 1 games is a huge win. The Joy-Con redesign adds comfort and reliability, finally addressing drift issues. While it’s still not as powerful as PlayStation or Xbox rivals, the Switch 2 excels in portability, family-friendly gaming, and exclusive Nintendo titles. It’s a worthy upgrade for both new players and longtime fans.

An improvement over The Switch 1 in every way. One thing that is hard to overlook is the lack of internal storage in 2025. Modern games are simply too big these days Nintendo themselves compress their games well. Expecting others to follow suit is a tall order. I do understand that Micro SD Express cards will eventually lower in price and become more affordable. I still believe that 256GB in this day and age is lacking.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has even worse connectivity issues than the Nintendo Switch Lite, and yes, I checked to make sure my internet wasn't what was causing the problem. The battery also isn't all that good. You would think that with it being bigger, it would have a battery that could hold more of a charge, but no, it's even worse than the Nintendo Switch Lite.

I am happy with the purchase; the console looks sleek, and the buttons on the Joy-Cons are bigger than the Joy-Con 1's, along with the thumbsticks. The screen being much larger than the Switch 1's display makes a HUGE difference. It's quite a nice upgrade. The dock is also much improved and better than the OG Switch dock! As far as games, I would say the leap is noticeable. Mario Kart does feel next gen; Street Fighter and Cyber Punk obviously look and feel fantastic. Fast Fusion is simply a beautiful game on the Switch 2. I look forward to experiencing games like Metroid Prime 4 in 120 FPS! Final thoughts: if you already have a Switch 1 or an OLED, you aren't missing that much yet; do not panic or feel the need to overspend. If you get the Switch 2 this early, just know what you're getting into! There aren't going to be many games to play; you most likely may find yourself playing your Switch 1 games still anyway. The long-term value of this console is there, but right now it feels more like a phone upgrade compared to the Switch 1 due to the lack of game selection! Enjoy your Switch 1. If you are waiting to buy this, you will be fine!