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The Nintendo Switch 2 price and the cost of games are causing criticism. While even digital titles are pricier than expected, some cartridges are more expensive. An industry analyst believes Nintendo wants more of its fans to welcome the digital age.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been officially revealed, but the price has left many fans disappointed. While it's significantly cheaper in Japan, acquiring one there isn't straightforward and involves several constraints.

The Nintendo Switch 2 price is already significantly higher than the launch cost of the Switch. Fresh Trump tariffs on Vietnam will impact where Nintendo manufactures many consoles.

Key Nintendo Switch 2 developers were interviewed for the 16th volume of Ask the Developer. Console design considerations and choices were revealed in this multi-part interview.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will get an exclusive title from none other than FromSoftware. The Duskbloods is a PvPvE game that launches sometime in 2026.

The recent Nintendo Direct confirmed leaks about paid Switch 2 Upgrade Packs. The benefits of these upgrades range from higher frame rates to additional content. Unfortunately, an official list of known issues complicates backward compatibility with previous-generation titles.

Nintendo finally reveals hardware specifications and more details of the new Nintendo Switch 2 from today's broadcast, including 4K gaming on the TV and 1080p during handheld, featuring almost full backwards compatibility. It will be priced at $449.99 and is coming out June 5th 2025.

Nintendo has shown off Game-Key Cards alongside the Switch 2. While they may look like a regular cartridge, none of the game data is stored locally, meaning you have to download the game off the internet.

In addition to covering the Switch 2 during its announcement video today, Nintendo also confirmed a handful of games coming to the new console at launch. Here's a list of confirmed launch titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, as well as some titles gamers can look forward to.

The Nintendo Switch 2 offers 256 GB of internal storage, which is eight times as much as the original handheld. However, gamers who want to expand this storage will have to pay up, because the new console exclusively supports expensive microSD Express cards.

Chargeasap asserts that its latest power bank can charge three MacBooks at once thanks to its new max output of 275 watts (W). The 25,000mAh accessory has dual OLED screens to track its remaining battery and status of its individual ports. The Flash Pro Ultra also supports wireless charging for smartphones and smartwatches at the same time.

Among the first-party accessories announced for the Nintendo Switch 2 is the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. The new controller not only has a new look but new features including an audio jack, and a higher price tag than the previous generation's pro controller.

When it comes to big third-party titles, the Nintendo Switch has often fallen behind. But according to two Nintendo insiders, that could change with the next generation of the console.

CRKD has partnered with Coffee Stain Studios to announce special editions of its Nitro Deck and Neo S Controller to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the latter's popular video game, Goat Simulator. The special edition products are available to pre-order ahead of their release at the end of the month.

Microsoft's plans for a new Xbox console involve streamlining Windows for gamers. A Windows 11 preview build holds clues for how the OS can better accommodate controllers. The Asus Project Kennan gaming handheld may soon show these changes in action.

The Switch 2 dock may enable the 4K capabilities shared by competing consoles. A popular Famiboards user described a dock using a Realtek DisplayPort to HDMI 2.1 converter. Following surprising reports about dev kits, gamers have more hope that the Switch 2 specs will include a 4K output.

Even with magnetic connectivity, new Joy-Cons aren't the only anticipated Switch 2 accessory. Nintendo has submitted FCC documents featuring a device that resembles the Switch Pro Controller. Among other changes, the Switch 2 Pro Controller will offer a headphone port.

There are new questions about whether Switch 2 specs will include a 4K video output. A popular insider reported that some dev kits are missing support for this resolution. On the other hand, Nintendo may be issuing multiple pre-release tools with varying capabilities.

Without dev kits, some developers remain unaware of key Switch 2 specs. Small and medium-sized studios may not receive these tools until June. Even with the next Nintendo Direct approaching, Nintendo still plans to contain inevitable Switch 2 leaks.

The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller for Xbox now comes in a new color reminiscent of the original translucent Xbox console. It is already available for pre-order but won't begin shipping until May 2025.

Sony is apparently not finished re-releasing the first two The Last of Us titles. A reliable leaker spotted a new Special Edition The Last of Us PS5 game. The version could be available for pre-order within two months at a price of $109.99.

Few topics are stirring as much buzz among gamers right now as the potential lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2. According to a well-known leaker, one of the rumored titles is none other than Elden Ring – a game many fans of action RPGs consider one of the greatest of all time.

Many Nintendo first-party releases revisit favorite games of the past. Yet, the company seems more focused on the future than on remasters of Metroid Prime and The Legend of Zelda titles. A reliable insider thinks Nintendo Switch Online is a more probable destination for these classics.

New info about Ghost of Yotei, the sequel to 2020's hit video game, Ghost of Tsushima has surfaced. The info provides a little bit more background about the protagonist ahead of the game's release later this year.

With VRR support, PlayStation consoles seem like a perfect match for high refresh rate TVs. Sadly, more gamers are noticing stutters with the feature active. Digital Foundry tested many PS5 games on different displays to investigate the issue.

In its latest update about the new fighting game, 2XKO, Riot Games has confirmed that there will only be 10 playable characters at launch. The developer briefly explained why the character roster is limited and revealed the launch date for the next alpha play test in April.

Documents from a U.S. retailer point to a late spring or early summer Switch 2 release date. Pre-orders may not begin until a week after the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Unfortunately, the Insider Gaming source doesn't expect generous stock levels.

The problematic Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is forcing gamers to rely on the Amazon return policy. Despite its high cost, the esports controller suffers from malfunctioning buttons and stick drift.

Switch 2 backwards compatibility may become more complicated than expected. While original Switch games should boot on the new console, Nintendo referenced Switch 2 Edition titles. These games might take full advantage of upgraded Switch 2 specs but could incur added costs.

SanDisk has introduced a new and robust external storage solution. The Extreme Portable for PlayStation 5 and PC also sports a special design, an IP certification and is supposed to survive drops from certain heights.

Nintendo may be looking to add more functionality to the Switch 2 joy-cons. A new Nintendo Today! promo image depicts a visible C button. The January reveal video hid the label, while Switch 2 leaks speculated over its purpose.

Major EA titles are coming to Amazon's Luna cloud gaming service with two Star Wars Jedi games and Dead Space already available. Luna is included with a Prime membership, but there is a paid Luna+ subscription with additional benefits as well.

The new Virtual Game Cards will allow digital games to be easily managed and shared between devices akin to physical game cards. The feature will arrive as an update in April and will also be available on the unreleased Switch 2.

Regular leaks have taken some of the mystery out of the April 2nd Switch 2 Nintendo Direct. Now, Best Buy Canada has announced that pre-orders will begin the same day. On a now removed blog post, the retail giant discusses Switch 2 specs and an anticipated launch title.

Gamers might have to wait a while before they get a chance to play Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Jason Schreier states the game is expected to launch sometime in 2027.

Mario Kart 9 looks destined to become a Switch 2 launch title. Yet, a former Nintendo marketing lead thinks a more innovative game should take the spotlight. Other gamers argue that the time is right for a new Mario Kart.

Delta, a popular game console emulator for iOS, will receive an update on Monday, March 31st. This update will bring online multiplayer functionality for the Nintendo DS core to the public release. This feature has been locked behind the Patreon-linked beta version of Delta.

Nintendo just revealed a Direct livestream for March 27th. However, any Switch 2 release date or launch title news won't happen until the following April 2nd Direct. On Nintendo's YouTube channel, gamers can expect to learn more about unannounced current-gen Switch games.

The PlayStation Store looks radically different than it did a year ago. Xbox exclusives are appearing on the pre-order sales charts in increasing numbers. Will gamers ever see Sony's PS5 titles on an Xbox console?

A new leak from Insider Gaming lays out how Nintendo Switch 2 games will be revealed in 2025. It will commence in three phases starting in June when the console launches.

A port of Populous, a cult classic "God Sim" game, for the Nintendo Entertainment System was recently discovered and dumped online. The port appears to be complete and ready for publication, but the rights owner decided to not distribute the game due to the age of the 8-bit console.

The mystery of the GTA 6 release date is causing chaos across the gaming industry. A new interview with prominent publishers shows how the confusion could lead to widespread delays. To avoid lost revenue, these companies intend to avoid competing with Rockstar Games.

Gamers can now recreate their favorite The Walking Dead moments in Fortnite. Epic Games has unveiled new weapons and NPCs inspired by TV series and comic books. After a leak, Sabrina Carpenter will also likely become the next Fortnite Festival icon.

For everyone eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Switch 2, there might be good news on the horizon. Well-known tech journalist and restock tracker Matt Swider believes that pre-orders could open very soon.

A popular insider is arguing that Sony won't allow PC ports on future Xbox consoles. Many gamers disagree since any Windows-based system should support Steam. Microsoft may soon release an Xbox handheld that could act as a test case for booting PlayStation's cross-platform games.

Off to an impressive start, Ubisoft's new release hopes to earn the title of the best Assassin's Creed game. To this point, Assassin's Creed Shadows is falling short of the player counts notched by the 2020 Valhalla. Fresh Ubisoft data also shows the influence of Steam on the game's popularity.

The Phawx just showed off an Asus ROG Ally running an early build of SteamOS. While most of its functions work, there are still a few kinks that need to be ironed out, like the TDP slider.

Bethesda and Machine Games have confirmed Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will launch on the PlayStation 5 next month. It will be playable in mid-April and the title will be PS5 Pro Enhanced certified at launch.

PS4 emulation is progressing steadily and shadPS4 now has AMD FSR and HDR support, among other features. Games like Bloodborne, Dark Souls Remastered, Red Dead Redemption, and more can run successfully.

Nintendo has hardly revealed anything about the Switch 2 yet. Nonetheless, one Dutch retailer has already opened pre-orders for the console and is charging people €499 for the privilege of being first in line.