Switch 2
Coverage of Switch 2 in the Nexus archive.
- Tech firms are blaming AI for mega device and console price rises
Tech firms are attributing recent price increases for devices and consoles to AI developments. Xbox consoles, Nintendo's new Switch 2, and Valve's Steam Deck are among the products experiencing significant price hikes.
- Price hikes are making gaming feel like a luxury hobby
Gaming costs are rising across consoles, subscriptions, and games due to memory shortages and industry pressures. Microsoft, Valve, Nintendo, and Sony are increasing prices for hardware and software, pushing gaming into luxury territory.
- The next Nintendo sports game for Switch 2 features thumb wrestling
Nintendo's upcoming sports game bundle for the Switch 2 includes thumb wrestling as one of its featured games.
- Switch 2 exclusive Orbitals arrives September 3
Orbitals, a Switch 2 exclusive game, is set to release on September 3. The game, which has been in development for some time, will finally launch on the Switch 2 platform in September.
- Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch across all platforms in Spring 2027
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch in Spring 2027 on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox, and PC as its final chapter.
- Belkin made a charging grip for the Switch 2
Belkin has released a new charging grip for the Switch 2. The device allows extended gaming sessions and improved comfort during use.
- Belkin’s new Joy-Con grips also boost the Switch 2’s battery life
Belkin's new Charging Grip for the Switch 2 includes a 10,000mAh battery pack that extends playtime by 3-4 hours and features improved ergonomics with nonslip grips for Joy-Con controllers. The accessory is available in black, lilac, and olive green for $99.99 through Belkin's online store.
- Nintendo will launch a Switch 2 with replaceable batteries in the EU
Nintendo is preparing to sell a special version of the Switch 2 in the EU with swappable batteries.
- Nintendo confirms it will sell a new Switch 2 with replaceable battery in the EU
Nintendo will sell a new Switch 2 in the EU with replaceable batteries to comply with an upcoming EU regulation. The regulation, effective February 18, 2027, requires portable game consoles to have user-replaceable batteries.
- Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is headed to the Switch 2 on September 18
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is set to release on the Switch 2 on September 18. The game will also include new DLC for all platforms in September.
- I tested a bunch of Switch 2 screen protectors, and these are the best
The article reviews various Switch 2 screen protectors, emphasizing that glossy glass protectors outperform flimsy plastic ones. It recommends amFilm’s three-pack of glossy tempered glass protectors for affordability and ease of installation, while also highlighting JSAUX, Dbrand, and Genki as viable alternatives with similar features.
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is official, and it's coming to Switch 2
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has been officially announced and will be released on the Switch 2. The next title in the Call of Duty series is also set to launch on the Switch 2.
- Nintendo’s $500 Switch 2 bundle includes a game, and it’s available now
Nintendo's Switch 2 bundle is available now for $499.99 and includes a game choice of Donkey Kong Bananza, Pokémon Pokopia, or Mario Kart World. The bundle offers a discount of up to $30 on the game.
- Star Fox 64, a game I loved in my childhood, is returning – but I have mixed feelings
Nintendo is releasing a remake of Star Fox 64, a space-flight shooter game from 1997, on the Switch 2 console. The author has mixed feelings about the release, wondering why Nintendo chose to remake an old game instead of creating a new one. The original game was a childhood favorite of the author.
- Nintendo says it has more Switch 2 games in store for 2026
Nintendo's president Shuntaro Furukawa announced that the company has more games in store for the Switch 2 in 2026. The lineup for the second half of the year is currently sparse, but new titles are expected to sell the console. A price hike in September makes the holiday season pivotal for Nintendo.
- Nintendo just announced a $500 Switch 2 bundle that includes a first-party game
Nintendo announced a $500 Switch 2 bundle including a first-party game, the console price will increase in September. This bundle could be a cost-effective option. The new bundle is available before the price hike.
- Nintendo plunges 8% after Switch 2 price hike and weak sales forecast
Nintendo's stock plummeted 8% due to a price hike for the Switch 2 console and a weak sales forecast for the current fiscal year. Investors are concerned about the company's outlook, driving the decline. The price increase is expected to impact Switch 2 sales.
- Nintendo is raising the price of the Switch 2
Nintendo is raising the price of its Switch 2 console by $50 in the US due to a global memory chip crunch. The new price will be $499 before tax. This change will also affect Japan.
- The future of game consoles is looking bleak
Nintendo announced a remake of Star Fox 64 and a price hike for the Switch 2, which will now cost $50 more due to rising costs from tariffs and a global memory shortage. The price increase makes Nintendo the last console manufacturer to raise prices. The move affects the Switch 2's lineup for the rest of the year.
- Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices as chip crisis bites
Nintendo is increasing the price of Switch 2 due to chip crisis, sold 19.86 million units last year and forecasts a drop in sales next year. The move comes as the company faces challenges in the global semiconductor market. This change may impact Nintendo's revenue and customer demand.
- Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices
Nintendo is raising the price of its Switch 2 console globally due to changes in market conditions, with prices increasing by $50 in the US, Canada, and Europe. The new prices will take effect on September 1st, except in Japan where they will start on May 25th. This price increase is expected to lead to a drop in sales over the next year.
- Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices and expects console sales to decline as memory crunch bites
Nintendo is increasing the price of the Switch 2 in the US from $449.99 to $499.99 and in Japan from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen, expecting console sales to decline due to a memory crunch. The price hike may impact Nintendo's sales. Nintendo anticipates a decline in console sales.
- A Star Fox remake is heading to Switch 2 on June 25
A Star Fox remake is coming to Switch 2 on June 25, offering a cinematic take on the classic N64 game. The remake is a reimagining of the original game. It will be available on June 25.
- Reggie Fils-Aimé says Amazon once asked Nintendo to break the law
Reggie Fils-Aimé, former Nintendo of America President, revealed that Nintendo stopped selling to Amazon during the DS era due to Amazon's request for preferential treatment that could have harmed retailer relationships and violated laws. The companies later reconciled, allowing Amazon to sell the Switch 2, though Nintendo consoles were previously unavailable on the site during Amazon's aggressive 2000s price undercutting.
- Five Annapurna Interactive games get Switch 2 releases
Annapurna Interactive will release five of its games on the upcoming Switch 2 console, expanding the platform's game library.
- Pragmata review – soulful sad dad saga in stunning outer space
Pragmata, a sci-fi action game by Capcom, follows engineer Hugh as he investigates a malfunctioning lunar research station and teams up with a young android. The game blends futuristic thrills with a heartfelt paternal storyline, set for release on April 17, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox, PC, and Switch 2.
- You don’t have to spend more than $50 on a great USB-C dock for your Switch 2
Nintendo's Switch 2 console introduced new hardware protocols that complicated third-party accessory development. Two reliable USB-C dock options under $50 are now available, with Jsaux's OmniCentro Dock being one recommended alternative.