Topic: The Nintendo Switch Thread

I don't think they will but it's all speculation....
@Octane A lot seem to think it'd make sense to release the mini with Pokemon Supposing that happens, I wouldn't expect the 'pro' version for at least 6 months I'm not convinced about the purely handheld Switch, though

@Buizel The main problem I have is that a Switch Mini needs to be the same size if you want it to work with the existing docks. I mean, they could release a new dock for every Switch model, but that gets complicated really fast. Fused Joy-Con seem a given, but a Switch Mini targeted at kids that doesn't support Labo or Pokemon Let's GO because of the fused Joy-Con sounds counter-productive as well...

@Octane Xbox S, Xbox X, Xbox SAD pretty much sums up what everyone is doing.

As bluntly as I can put it, it's good to have different SKUs that appeal to different peoples needs. Power or portability. Granted we don't know what form these new Switch's will take (and it's Nintendo so it's unlikely to be simply a boost in spec etc)

A cheap portable Switch entry in to gaming with Pokémon is exactly what the Pokémon Company are wanting to get their numbers up.

I'm hoping for the Switch 'pro' myself.

I think companies have woke up to the fact that choice does not equal confusion if the message is clear enough. I don't think anyone will get confused over a cheaper version and a more expensive version lol.

Switch Mini would certainly be aimed at kids and will be necessary for the goal of "getting households to own multiple switch consoles." Plus it will cater to those who prefer a smaller device. Besides....you do not have to buy it -shrug-

I will say this: whatever revisions nintendo plans, they should probably get them out before June 2020.

@GrailUK the difference with that example is that none of those systems drop core functionality (except Kinect, but that's...well, Kinect).

@Octane I didn't even think of the dock! Fused joycons also introduces problems in Super Mario Party and potentially any game with a motion control or undocked multiplayer element.

@BruceCM You'd think they would've released it alongside Let's Go, the Pokemon games specifically aimed at younger children

@GrailUK @Nesstephan I understand the concept. I just find it hard to imagine how it will all work out. The Xbox models are fairly simple to understand. Just a different box, and one doesn't accept discs. But the controllers are all compatible.

If you change the dimensions of the Switch, the Joy-Con need to change size as well. Labo won't be compatible anymore. Fused Joy-Con means limited motion controls, so no 1-2-Switch or Labo. You need several different models for the dock and Joy-Con to support it all. It's not impossible, just a lot more complicated than your average Xbox revision IMO.

I don't think any model will strictly be handheld only either, as it's only a matter of plugging it into the telly to make it work on screen. A USB-C to HDMI cable could even do the trick in theory.

@Buizel Exactly. I don't think it's impossible in theory, just very complicated in practice. Right now, I cannot imagine how it would all play out .

I mean even if you cant attach joycons you could still pair them. And i would not be shocked to see a dock refresh that works with all the models.

@Buizel @Octane The only thing complicated about Nintendo consoles is their messaging. It's hard to talk about imaginary consoles, especially as Nintendo can be clunky one release and genius the next lol.

Yeah, I'm not convinced about the mini, myself... A 'pro', which is the same overall size but significantly more powerful, with more internal memory & a larger screen by virtue of less bezel would make sense, though

@BruceCM Only if you can get a bigger or more powerful battery as well. The Switch is already almost all battery on the inside.

It'd have to be more powerful .... Of course, any such revised model would still have to be available with it's dock, for people who hadn't got 1 yet But I don't think they'll want to change external dimensions much, if at all

Obsessed on a thought of a new hardware already?

The current model is doing exceptionally well, I don't see the need for a new one unless they want to cannibalize their sales.

@Azooooz I dont see a problem with a refresh that imprives upon your current product. Plus iwata alluded to this years ago about "NX" being able to adapt and take on different form factors and whatnot.

Plus i think some people are too attached to maintaining the purity of the switch concept. It'll be alright. Nintendo will figure it out.

I actually wouldn't be surprised if they released a pure handheld that isn't compatible with switch games just because of this. It sounds so Nintendo to just prod along with two lines of consoles. And in that case, two models would also be on the table, a refresh + "new handheld line".

There's been enough fake rumours that if you're to pay to attention at all to them you should take everything with lots of salt. Like Metroid Prime Trilogy reminds me of the Mother 3 Wii U situation, everyone seems so confident it's coming and then it ends up not coming.

As for Switch revisions, I think if Mini exists its reveal is like the 2DS and releases in November alongside Pokemon.

If a 'Switch Mini' comes, I'd take a punt in guessing they'll drop the dock and joy-cons (but keep the HDMI-Out port and connectivity with sold-separately joy-cons), keep the same OS for full software compatibility and just be clear that Labo requires original Switch. The mini could drop the Switch branding due to the lack of the dock. Or sell a mini dock separately.

Yeah it doesn't need to be completely incompatible with joycons and docks, even if it has built in controls.

A smaller less constraining dock could work as well, and be compatible with regular switches.

If there is a switch mini, it'll probably just plug into TV with cable as that'd be primarily a handheld you can put on, as opposed to bigger 1 being a console you can use handheld, I suppose....

It's official. I have the case of a left joy con drift. Its gotten pretty bad this last week. I called Nintendo to see what the cost would be and they said $30 plus shipping. Left joy cons I've seen for 35 or 40 so i Might buy a new one in the meantime and attempt my own repair which I'm not too comfortable with. This blows