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Having never played the current 3 games before getting a Switch 2.... I can't say I've noticed.

The only GC games I'd ever played properly in the past are Mario Sunshine and Mario kart double dash...... both via backwards compatibility on my Wii

Maybe it's just me but if I ever bought a 2nd hand console I'd always try to buy it from a reputable retailer that will give you a receipt and a proper returns policy.

At a push I'd consider buying one from a close friend or relative that I trust.

As for buying one off some random "trust me Bro" dude online....... absolutely no chance

I think 50 is more than enough (although I'm sure they will add more in time)

Sometimes simplicity can be better than an endless list of characters to choose from

@8bitKirby @JohnnyMind

I'm a firm believer that there's no right or wrong way to buy games, everyone's circumstances will be slightly different.

Personally I'll never completely abandon physical games, but after many many years of being completely against buying digital, I have reached a point where I can definitely appreciate the benefits of them (in certain circumstances)

As long as we get at least one New proper 3D Mario game throughout the Switch 2 life span I don't mind waiting for it.

If the prediction is correct I wouldn't be surprised if they repackaged Super Galaxy 2 or something like that to tide us over.

I'd be a relatively easy filler for them if they needed a big Christmas holiday release

@Suketoudara

Does anyone know if Switch 1 games fit in Switch 2 boxes? Actually do Code In A Box games still have a cartridge compartment? 👀

I don't actually know but I guess we'll soon find out 😂

@JohnnyMind

I've always been a fully fledged member of the physical society myself in the past but I am slowly starting to convert and "Move with the times"

If I'm honest it's probably the likes of PS plus and Xbox Game pass that have changed my thinking.

Having a selection of games downloaded on to your console of choice and not having to get up out of your seat to change discs or cartridges is extremely convenient now that I'm getting slightly older (and lazier)

I genuinely wonder just how the hell they do it.

This is exactly why I was in no desperate rush to get an SD card.

256gb is plenty to be going on with if Nintendo keeps pumping out similar file sizes

For any UK Switch 2 owners interested in getting this it's currently on Pre order in Smyth's for £35.

It's only a code in the box I believe but still for £35 .......

@rvcolem1

Yeah similar situation for me. I played both Mario Sunshine and Mario Kart Double Dash via backwards compatibility on my Wii but other than that I don't have many many memories of playing any GC games.

As mentioned in my OG post, it wasn't anything personal against the Game Cube, it was just a time of my life when it past me by.

From the PSWii60 era onwards though I've pretty much owned every console that the big 3 have pumped out

@TenEighty

Switch 2 owners need to have a few perks to justify the money they've spent on a new console

Unfortunately like it or not, Game cube games are one of them

The Game Cube is the one Nintendo console I never really got into.... it released at a time in my life when I was out socialising and drinking with friends and girls so wasn't massively into Video gaming in general for a couple of years.

I did have a PS2 at the time but even that didn't get too much love.

I guess I just don't have the same Nostalgic memories as I do with the SNES and N64. Then later on with the Wii

That said I am enjoying being able to sample the Games on my Switch 2

@Flapflop

In principle I do agree and understand what you're saying.... Unfortunately though that's just the way modern consoles are.

The Switch 2 is basically just a better Switch in the same way that a PS5 is just a better PS4

I'm not defending Nintendo, just pointing out that's it's the same for all consoles.

Unfortunately it's an expensive hobby, one that probably won't get any cheaper any time soon.

The good thing is that the games won't be going anywhere, so when the time is right for you to get a Switch 2, DK Bonanza (and hopefully a whole load more Switch 2 exclusive games) will be there waiting for you

@Flapflop

To counter your post I believe it's a good thing being Switch 2 exclusive. Sometimes people need an insensitive to upgrade to the "next gen"

I was lucky enough to get hold of a PS5 day one and it really used to infuriate me when they released the vast majority of the games on both PS5 and PS4.

Id spent all that money on a new console and it really annoyed me that I could have probably just played most of the games on my PS4 (albeit maybe not as pretty looking)

My point is that those who have paid out for a Switch 2 deserve some form of exclusivity.

I don't mean that in an Elitist way but there definitely needs to be an incentive to get people to upgrade regardless of whenever it technically could run on the old hardware

On paper it looks great but I'm going to wait for the official Nintendo Life review before making my final decision.

At this point I'm probably 95% sure I'll be getting it, also if and when I do I'll be getting it digitally.

The only slight reservation I have is the fact that I absolutely hated Donkey Kong 64 which as far as I'm aware was the last 3D DK game

@DangoTown

I'm getting Fast and Furious vibes (the film)

There should be another option on the Poll saying

"I play almost exclusively docked so it's not really a problem for me"

@Spider-Kev

Mine is mainly used for Racing games and FC25, I know some of them could be purchased on the OG Switch but I'm a bit of a graphics whore so I preferred to have the prettiest looking versions

I've no particular interest in most Sony exclusives... Although I did enjoy Astro Bot

@Jrs1

I know what you mean, at one point I actually owned all 3 and it was kinda overwhelming, almost too much choice.

One had to go and I decided to sell the Series X

Unless you're a child that relies on gifts from parents I dare say most people will probably own both systems (you'll get the odd strange person who has an Xbox instead of a PS5 ---- joking) but for most it's probably not an either or situation.

I love both my consoles equally

I managed to pick one up. First time I've ever purchased a Pro controller of any kind.

I have to say I'm very impressed with it... it has a very premium feel to it.

Saying that so do the new Joy Cons, they make a lovely satisfying click when you magnetically attach them to the Switch or the Joy Con grip

@Grim

Really? I didn't know that..... I'll give that a try thanks

I'm a bit of a completionist when it comes to getting 3 stars for every cup.... as usual 50cc is a little too easy and can be a little bit boring when you're in 1st place pretty much all the time.

Still thought it's a good way to learn the new tracks and I'm confident it'll be a lot more interesting and more challenging when I move up to 100cc

I haven't tried online yet as I want to get a proper feel for all the new tracks before I venture into that

This is basically the Switch Pro that everyone was expecting a few year back.

It's essentially a bigger, better, sexier Switch and that's fine with me.

They didn't need to re invent the wheel and thankfully they haven't tried too

Only reason I can think of to own one is if you're planning on going on holiday and want a convenient way to take a load of games with you

It does look a bit sharper but nothing ground breaking.

But then again we are just talking about a little performance boost, not a full on remaster of the game

@MarioBrickLayer

Same..... just got back home...... got to the store around 11:20 expecting we would be the only people there and already there was a good 15 - 20 people ahead of us

@Crimson_Ridley

Ignore my last comment, just had texts and emails to confirm it's ready for collection (at midnight of course)

@Crimson_Ridley

Yes picking up from Smyth's at Midnight

Noni haven't had any texts or emails yet either, only my original email to confirm my pre order

That'll be me at approximately 12:20am

Got a pre order from Smyths

Roll on midnight....... 8 hours to go

I will be getting an SD card at some point but as I mainly only plan to use it for Nintendo 1st party games (not exclusively but mainly) I don't think I'll need one for a while.

256gb is plenty to be going along with

I've never bought a Pro controller for any previous consoles.... I definitely need a 2nd controller though, and seeing as the Switch 2 Pro controller is the same price as a 2nd set of Joy Cons I figured it give it a try this time.

I haven't pre order one but assuming they have stock, I'll be picking one up at the midnight launch tomorrow

As much as I do actually like Garfield.... you just know this is going to be terrible lol

The fact the video doesn't actually show any game play is an instant red flag for me

I was kinda hoping they'd made more than they could sell (at least to begin with) so that everyone who wants one could get one.

Mainly though, because if everyone who wanted one had one the Scalpers would be stuck with Consoles they can't sell

I'm not in the US so not directly effected.

However I do have a pre order in the UK with Smyths and this article has just reminded me that the bank card I have on file with them recently expired.

Ive just updated my account with the new card.... had I not read this there's every chance my order would have got cancelled when they attempt to take payment

Phew 😅

Yes I'll definitely be checking them out.

I only plan on buying Mario Kart to begin with (as it's part of the bundle I've ordered).... So these 3 game cube games will give me an 3 extra games that I've never played before

@tootiefrootie

Yes you are correct, sorry it was very early in the morning when I wrote my first post 🤣

Nintendo have somehow always been great with their file sizes for 1st party games.

That's why I'm in no rush to buy an SD card, I will get one eventually but 128GB will be plenty to keep me going for a while

edit sorry 256GB

As cool as this looks ill probably give F Zero GX a go first seeing as it will be included with NSO

Yes I'm excited

Mario Kart World

I will be getting an SD card but I won't need one straight away

Pro Controller

Perfect amount of questions

In terms of my actual plans, unfortunately I'm working on Thursday but I will be attending the Smyth's midnight launch to pick up my order

@Olliemar28

I realise that now, that's why I deleted my comment 🤣

At first I must have just skimmed over it and just saw the participating stores bit..... obviously not realising that was for the live event thing the evening before

@OldGamer999

I also think we'll see it on Switch 2 myself

It will make a nicer filler till we get a Mario Odyssey sequel or whatever the next big 3D game turns out to be

Not as well as I thought lol

8 out of 13

@8bitKirby

haha always a pleasure to meet a like minded gamer.

I bought the OG Switch day one and it felt like I was the only person out there not playing Breath of the Wild 🤣🤣

I've no particular interest in Zelda as it's just not my thing, however we have booked to go to Orlando Florida in August 2026 and I just cannot wait to visit Super Nintendo World.

I'm hoping as it will have been open the best part of 18 months by then that the crowds won't be too Crazy

The release of Forza Horizon 5 on the PS5 has kind of distracted me and took my mind off things... I do tend to go through phases of either hammering my Switch or my PS5..... At the moment I'm very much in a PS5 phase (mainly due to Forza)

Come the 9th June though the PS5 won't get a look in..... In fact that will probably extend into July with the release of Donkey Kong

Mine will always be 100% charged because it will always be in its docking station and hooked up to the TV.

ok maybe not always but I'd say at least 99% of the time

Honestly never even crossed my mind until just now

Pretty sure I can remember being able to adjust the camera on Mario kart 64.

Albeit if only to zoom in or out slightly but it was definitely adjustable

Will be picking up a Pro controller

Never had one before with any previous consoles