I would expect... nothing? Nintendo seems to be caught on their back foot to start off this generation, and I'm not sure why. Very few of their upcoming games have release dates. DK Bananza and Mario Kart World are great games, but both of those games could have used more time in the oven. There are rumors that the Partner Showcase had notably missing games. 3rd party devs still don't have dev kits. It just seems a little off right now. They may do something, but I'm not getting my hopes up in the slightest.
I do agree with this article, which is funny because I feel like this is the reason DK Bananza got a 9/10 from Nintendo Life instead of a 10/10 because the review focused so heavily on comparing it to Super Mario Odyssey.
Holy crap! I just checked. It comes with gyro and rumble. That's wild for a $30 controller. I'll wait for reviews, but I might be picking this up, especially for that d-pad.
I gotta be honest. I bought Mario Party Superstars a while back, and I haven't even played it once. I think I need more friends to play this game with before I can justify spending $80 on it.
I own both a Switch 2 and a Steam Deck, and I learned very quickly that one does not replace the other. Switch 2 has the convenience of console gaming in spades over Steam Deck. However, the flexibility of customizing game settings is so much better on Steam Deck. Case in point, I've been playing SMT 5 Vengence on my Steam Deck. I tried it on Switch 2, and it was horrendous. It was upscaling from a terribly low resolution, stretching it across the 1080p screen. However, on Steam Deck, I have it all settings on high with it running at a locked 60fps. At the same time, Steam Deck can't hold a candle to the experience of playing DK Bananza both handheld or docked. They both systems aren't perfect, but they're both amazing, and one hasn't replaced the other for me.
I've been playing Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution, and it runs FLAWLESSLY. Fun fact, this game ran at 1080p downscaled to 720p in handheld on Switch 1. On Switch 2, without an update, it runs at native 1080p handheld, with much faster load times without ever dropping a frame.
I got the Tomtoc case, and I can confirm that it works pretty great. You have to move the Switch 2 around a little to get it in just the right spot to close it, but other than that it's great.
I work as a graphic designer, and I can honestly say that only needing a month to create a logo this timeless and iconic is insane. We've had clients who took several months to land on a logo they like. Hats off to their design team.
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Re: Feature: What We Expect From Nintendo For Super Mario Bros.' 40th Anniversary
@UltimateOtaku91 I agree, they have a pretty stacked release schedule, but the lack of actual release dates this late into the year seems off to me.
Re: Feature: What We Expect From Nintendo For Super Mario Bros.' 40th Anniversary
I would expect... nothing? Nintendo seems to be caught on their back foot to start off this generation, and I'm not sure why. Very few of their upcoming games have release dates. DK Bananza and Mario Kart World are great games, but both of those games could have used more time in the oven. There are rumors that the Partner Showcase had notably missing games. 3rd party devs still don't have dev kits. It just seems a little off right now. They may do something, but I'm not getting my hopes up in the slightest.
Re: Opinion: Can We Stop Comparing Donkey Kong Bananza's Tactile Thrills To Odyssey Now?
I do agree with this article, which is funny because I feel like this is the reason DK Bananza got a 9/10 from Nintendo Life instead of a 10/10 because the review focused so heavily on comparing it to Super Mario Odyssey.
Re: Gulikit's 'Elves 2' Is The First Third-Party Pad With Switch 2 'Wake-Up' Support
Holy crap! I just checked. It comes with gyro and rumble. That's wild for a $30 controller. I'll wait for reviews, but I might be picking this up, especially for that d-pad.
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
The correct answer is Persona 3 Reload.
Re: Persona 3 Reload Is Making The Jump To Switch 2 This October
I absolutely loved this game. I finished it earlier this year. I couldn't recommend it more to anyone who hasn't played it yet.
Re: Shantae's Long Lost GBA Sequel 'Risky Revolution' Gets Switch Release Date
Okay, the hair design of High Voltage costume is sick! I'd love for that look to come back in a future Shantae game.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.3.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's just. So. Dang. Stable!!
Re: 'The Hundred Line' Receives A New Update, Here's What's Included
I'm waiting for this game to go on sale for around the $35–$40 mark. Once it does, I'll snatch it up. This game looks like it's right up my alley.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Super Mario Party Jamboree For Switch 2?
I gotta be honest. I bought Mario Party Superstars a while back, and I haven't even played it once. I think I need more friends to play this game with before I can justify spending $80 on it.
Re: Nintendo's Official Camera "Attach Rate" With Switch 2 Revealed For US
I bought a 1080p $25 Logitech webcam off of eBay. It works perfectly.
Re: Feature: 10 Top Mario Kart Cosplays - From Blue Shells To Bowser
Rainbow Road made my heart so happy
Re: Video: Switch 2 Vs. Steam Deck System Face-Off, Digital Foundry Investigates
I own both a Switch 2 and a Steam Deck, and I learned very quickly that one does not replace the other. Switch 2 has the convenience of console gaming in spades over Steam Deck. However, the flexibility of customizing game settings is so much better on Steam Deck. Case in point, I've been playing SMT 5 Vengence on my Steam Deck. I tried it on Switch 2, and it was horrendous. It was upscaling from a terribly low resolution, stretching it across the 1080p screen. However, on Steam Deck, I have it all settings on high with it running at a locked 60fps. At the same time, Steam Deck can't hold a candle to the experience of playing DK Bananza both handheld or docked. They both systems aren't perfect, but they're both amazing, and one hasn't replaced the other for me.
Re: Prefer Your Pokémon Sweary With "Pixelated Booty"? 'The Edge Of Allegoria' Might Just Be For You
I mean... have you played SMT? Haha!!
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza (Switch 2) - Absolutely Smashing, But Can It Beat Mario Odyssey?
I can't say I love the title of this article. Why is it a competition between this game and Odyssey?
Re: Review: Savage Raven By Skull & Co. NeoGrip For Nintendo Switch 2 - Does The Job Very Nicely
I bought this after a week of owning the Switch 2. It's great!
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Disney's Magical Quest 3 Starring Mickey And Donald (GBA)
I had to pick Europe because that is some pretty questionable placement of that boxing glove in the North America version. 😂
Re: FBI Shares Official Statement After Seizure Of Major Switch ROM Site
Nintendo is doin' the good ol' scortched earth approach. And, after seeing how much money they lost to these website, I can't say I blame them.
Re: Koei Tecmo Releases New Switch 2 Demo For Wild Hearts S
So, we're all going to act surprised when this game runs terribly, right?
Re: Feature: Three Laps, Two Players, One Vegas Jumpsuit - 10 Things We'd Love To See Added To Mario Kart World
Mario Kart World is both a great game and an unfinished game.
Re: Random: Yes, Pope Leo Really Did Sign A Popplio Pokémon Card
If he decides to sell it, that card is going to be worth a ton in about 50 years.
Re: Deltarune Updates Chapter 2, 3 And 4 In New Switch 2 Patch (Version 1.02)
@PipeGuy64Bit Do you know if this includes the final chapter once it releases?
Re: Deltarune Updates Chapter 2, 3 And 4 In New Switch 2 Patch (Version 1.02)
I thought about starting this game, but then I found out Chapter 5 isn't out. Why play it now when it isn't done?
Re: Gallery: Street Fighter's Luke amiibo Is A Big Fella, And No Mistake
Please do not support this product. $40 for an amiibo is just egregious.
Re: Feature: 22 Games With 'Secret' Performance Bumps You Should Revisit On Switch 2
I've been playing Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution, and it runs FLAWLESSLY. Fun fact, this game ran at 1080p downscaled to 720p in handheld on Switch 1. On Switch 2, without an update, it runs at native 1080p handheld, with much faster load times without ever dropping a frame.
Re: Drag X Drive Switch 2 eShop Price Revealed
Oh, sweet! I wasn't sure about picking this one up. $20 ain't bad!
Re: Digital Foundry Is "Happy" With Switch 2 But Feels The Screen Is "Problematic"
@vio That's an incredibly ageist thing to say. No one is too old play video games.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Donkey Konga 2
I know this poll is solely opinion-based, but those who voted for Europe are wrong. Haha!
Re: Former Nintendo Execs Fear We Might Be Waiting A While For A 3D Mario On Switch 2, Thanks To Donkey Kong
Then again, this is Nintendo we're talking about. They're pretty good at just sitting on finished games and releasing them when they want to.
Re: Reminder: You Can Use Non-Nintendo USB Cameras With Switch 2
I bought the Logitech C920x for $25 on eBay, and I have I plugged into my dock's USB-A port. It works flawlessly.
Re: Best Power Banks and Chargers To Play Nintendo Switch 2 On The Go
Are we sure these power banks won't brick the Switch 2?
Re: Third-Party Launch Games On Switch 2 Reportedly Sold "Very Low Numbers"
Most of these games released at full price. Are we really surprised by this news?
Re: Poll: Has Your Switch 2's Screen Got Any Nasty Scratches Yet?
Get 👏 a 👏 screen 👏 protector! 👏
Re: Nintendo Supposedly Investigating Possible "Swollen Battery" Issue With Switch 2
There are millions of Switch 2s in the wild, there was bound to be one instance of a faulty battery. This seems like a non-issue.
Re: As Switch 2 Breaks Records Worldwide, Sony Reminds Us That PS5 Still Exists
Until Sony starts releasing games that I am even remotely interested in, my PS5 remains to be the most expensive Firestick I've ever bought.
Re: Feature: 11 Games With 'Secret' Performance Bumps You Should Revisit On Switch 2
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim runs like butter on Switch 2, even during crazy busy endgame battles.
Re: It's Official, Switch 2 Has Sold Over 3.5 Million Units Globally In Its First Four Days
The Switch 2 is about to outsell the Steam Deck... in 4 days...
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 2 Cases To Carry And Protect Your Console
I got the Tomtoc case, and I can confirm that it works pretty great. You have to move the Switch 2 around a little to get it in just the right spot to close it, but other than that it's great.
Re: Poll: Switch 2 Battery Reportedly Lasting Under Two Hours With Mario Kart - How Is Yours Holding Up?
I did notice this on day one. The battery lasts a noticeable amount less than the Switch OLED.
Re: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Switch 2 Version Announced Alongside "Paid Upgrade" For Switch
Not a chance am I paying $70 for this.
Re: Yacht Club's Zelda-Inspired Adventure 'Mina The Hollower' Lands Suitably Spooky PC Release Date
I backed this game FOREVER ago. So happy to see it finally releasing this year.
Re: Video: 27 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 In June 2025
My wallet is not ready for this month...
Re: Feature: Farewell, Nintendo Switch - It's Finally Time To Bid Our Old Friend 'Adieu'
Straight up though the dog was dead from the name of the article.
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Switch 2 And Switch 1 Prices Have Been Revealed
@GCBB I mean, I'm a working professional, so, umm, yeah, I have $70, but not for a game like this.
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Switch 2 And Switch 1 Prices Have Been Revealed
@PikminMarioKirby Totally agree. I'm not willing to spend $70 on a game that looks like it could run on a GameCube, a Wii if I'm feeling generous.
Re: A Video Showing The Switch 2's Boot Screens Has Been Shared Online
Fear the ninjas.
Re: Nintendo Shares Video Detailing New N64 Features For Switch Online
Oh my gosh, FINALLY
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: Kirby's Star Stacker (Game Boy)
Not a big fan of the grey on the Japanese box art. There isn't enough contrast between the pink and grey.
Re: Opinion: Not Enough People Are Talking About This Early GOTY Contender
I absolutely plan on picking this up once it goes on sale.
Re: The Iconic Pokémon Logo Took One Month To Create
I work as a graphic designer, and I can honestly say that only needing a month to create a logo this timeless and iconic is insane. We've had clients who took several months to land on a logo they like. Hats off to their design team.