Have tried to get into it but it is just has never clicked with me what am I missing! I know I should like it but I just can't

Anyone else with me?

9 minutes left…

So much feels meh. Idk, man. Not the first proper Direct to April’s Switch 2 blowout one, that I hoped it would be…

A lot of 😐 reactions for me.

But it’s cool if whatever was shown got others hyped. Just a lot of updates of existing games, and the new reveals just looked very… meh… idk.

Just sharing my own thoughts. 🫠

Nintendo literally fixed every single issue with the Switch 1 and people acting like it's a useless console. What were the biggest complaints about Switch: graphics, performance, no online chat built in to system, watered down 3rd party releases often making the Switch version the worst version, getting download codes inside a case, no GameCube games for Switch Online. I'm failing to see the issue here. Nintendo gave everyone what they wanted and more. I paid almost $1000 CDN for a PS5, extra controller and a game in 2021. I'm going to pay $700 for a Switch 2 and a game. Best part is I don't have to shell out for any extra controllers. I can already tell I'm going to put more time in to it than my PS5.

TL;DR

• If the product Nintendo is making is so bad and either behind the curve or reaching the bare minimum... why are people so mad about being priced out? Either it's valuable or overhyped, and answering that tells you what your priorities are. It sorts itself out.

I want to be clear, I think the reasons people are giving as to why they're frustrated make total sense. When I saw the game prices, I too thought they were high. And I still do. I don't think the console price is really that big of a deal, but I can understand others feeling differently. I also think it is perfectly fine to voice your feelings and make a statement with your wallet. In totality, my issues have nothing to do with the ways people are expressing their disdain... just the *degree*.

Let's use Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour as an example. It is obviously silly for that to be anything but a pack-in game. I have no idea who would buy it, even for $10. So.... I just won't? But I'm not mad about it, I just will acknowledge how silly it is. Okay, so what about something more impactful? Mario Kart 8 for $80? In my mind, yes of course I'd spend that much. I'm going to be playing it for YEARS. If you aren't, well it makes sense to not want to pay that much. In general, isn't that how purchasing works? You weigh how much you want something vs the price. But if you REALLY are excited about a singular game, shelling out $20 more isn't really that big of a deal, is it? It comes off to me like people are more upset about buying *several* games becoming more difficult, not just one. 3 games at that price cost what 4 used to, that's a whole game you won't be getting now, it's not lost on me. But... what $80 game are you running through so quickly you already need to go get the next one? It feels like, ironically, the people angry are functioning from a hyper-consumerist mindset. I'd expect person *very* into gaming to be more willing to see the value in a game and spend more, and a more casual player to pass but also not be heated about it. But perhaps that's me being too black and white about things, idk.

And again, I'm fine with people having their gripes, but this turning into *anger* is bewildering to me. We only got here because there has been a continuous, proven interest in the market. I don't remember people getting this angry over $70 PS5 games. When Nintendo started porting old cheap games to switch for $60, people bought them (yes I know people complained). But before you consider all of this a rant from a shill defending the corporation, I specifically *don't* own a ton of switch games I'd otherwise have because of that pricing practice. I made the evaluation, and decided stuff that expensive wasn't worth it if I wasn't totally sure. I'm a huge Pokémon fan too, I'm very used to what it actually looks like to be given a rushed, unfinished product followed by the audacity to sell add-ons. I don't feel at all like that's what's happening here.

I could list the specific gripes and arguments beyond these that I'm hearing in all of the hate videos encouraging boycotts/abstaining from purchasing, but I'm really not trying to single out anyone. I'm seeing the good and exciting things be written off as "so what?" or "this is the standard expectation in current year". I'm hearing arguments loaded with bitter descriptions in what could just be explained neutrally. Some stuff is just anger about the modern gaming landscape that nintendo is only getting flack for because their specs are finally getting the upgrade to encounter the same issues other platforms have for years. I get that people feel like their childhood is being taken from them, because they feel nintendo has become increasingly cynical and corporate. But in the totality of life's conditions, I don't really think a company providing entertainment that isn't forcing you to do anything you don't want to is the reason you're upset about money. And beyond that, if the product they're making is so bad and either behind the curve or reaching the bare minimum... why are you so mad you feel priced out?

I've been asking a bunch of my gamer friends about their feelings on the matter. Most of them feel like the game prices are a bit ridiculous, but also just aren't going to buy the ones they aren't insanely hyped over. It seems that simple to me? Some of them are critical of the change in game philosophy nintendo has had over the years, others feel nintendo offers more consistent quality and complete games than other companies standardizing micro transactions and expensive DLC.

I will end all of this by saying I could very much sound out of touch. I just can't shake the feeling that even after all of these long videos of people sharing their angry calls to (in)action, the source of their anger isn't really what they're saying it is, or at the very least is misguided. But perhaps that's condescending of me.

Regular price is $106+tax 🫣

If you look at the cost of new consoles in the last 15 years, $450 is more than reasonable given all the features it comes with. Everything is overpriced these days anyway so idk what yall were expecting.

This image isn't the best example, but it's all I can really find.

Not saying that the Switch 2 doesn't have legitimate problems (Because it does). But when people can't stop making negative videos on it, that's when I take issue. It's like the same level as people hating on the sequel trilogy or other Star Wars content Disney puts out. To me, it feels like these people, and thereby both fanbases, are trying to manipulate other people's opinions, which I'm not a big fan of. And this likely isn't even the worse, at least I don't think so. It can only go so far.

Picked this up at target. They had it for 70% off. Paid $17.99 instead of the sticker price.

Serious question. Bought a switch after 20+ years of not gaming. At first bought 2 physical games (including the original Tony Hawk!) because that’s what I was used to. quickly realized how awesome it is to have all games installed directly on switch. Upgraded my memory and never looked back.

So why you like physical games? Resale value?

Edit: love hearing all the reasons but wow 0 upvotes and 41 comments. Lots of downvotes happening.

Edit 2: Y’all got me rethinking digital.

This just cannot be allowed on YouTube.

I mean I wasn’t planning to leave it sealed. Still lame.

I’ve had my Switch 2 for about a month now, and honestly, this has got to be the most underwhelming console I’ve ever purchased. I’m glad I got it out of the way, because I know the games will eventually come, but right now it feels lacking. There’s no real UI change, the launch lineup is thin, and the most disappointing part for me is the lack of updates for older games.

I was so excited to try Persona 5 Royal on the Switch2, and of course, there’s no patch. GTA: San Andreas looks horrible, along with so many other games.

Does anyone else feel the same?

The Nintendo switch joycon controllers are utter trash. I can't believe this billion dollar company made such shitty joysticks. I've already had to repair it once and now I have to repair it again the left has either a drift or doesn't connect to the sensor to get the proper scroll speed.

Nintendo what were you thinking!?!?! The 3DS has a much more superior joystick and makes more sense for a portable unit, why didn't you just use that?

Thanks, I just needed to vent.

After Mario wonder die who are you going to pick next I’m going TOTK but what about u

Am I the only one excited for switch 2? always so much hate on reddit

With everyone up in arms on the Mario Kart price, I thought I’d share this image and a few articles talking about how, with inflation, we’ve been paying $80 for Mario Kart for awhile now. Do I want to pay $80 for a Mario Kart game? No, but inflation sucks and that’s unfortunately how the economy works. Paying $60 for a game 10 years ago does not have the same value as paying $60 for a game today. There’s a reason why games went up to $70 a few years ago, $80 was inevitable. Nintendo’s timing is unfortunate, but I thought some people might appreciate a more historical approach on this issue.

https://90kids.com/mario-kart-game-prices-over-the-years-a-look-at-inflation-adjusted-costs/

https://gamerant.com/mario-kart-game-launch-price-adjusted-inflation-difference-increase/

https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2025/04/will-mario-kart-worlds-80-price-become-gamings-new-normal/

pretty much the title. i want to get my first switch and im wondering if i should just splurge now on the switch 2 and keep it for a while.

i'm stuck between OLED and NS 2 because of size and price.

i also dont expect to be intensely gaming. i want to play pokopia but not desperately enough that i cant live without it. im interested in zelda BOTW, ACNH, tomodachii life, LIS, RDR, stardew valley and a few others.

tl;dr : should i get the switch 2 or settle for OLED?

EDIT: if you have nothing nice to say genuinely do not say it. if youre tired of seeing similar posts just roll your eyes and keep scrolling.

EDIT 2: thanks to all the helpful people in the comments! NS2 is ordered and coming tmr! and to those who are mad: here's a cookie 🍪. feel better:)!

The game lineup is non-existent, the prices are the embodiment of greed (now even old stuff is hiked), they are fully anti-consumer, the ergonomics are terrible, and (least of all) going from oled to 2 is jarring with those grayish blacks that everyone said wouldn’t be noticeable on this “amazing screen”. Oh, and let’s not forget empty key card cartridges… what innovation!

I was more satisfied with my WiiU than the Switch 2! At least it was an honest effort to give something innovative. Wow, a mouse… The Nintendo that gave us the Wii and no-glasses 3D is dead and gone.

To be clear, I am a borderline Nintendo fanboy. I have almost every system they ever made, old nintendo powers, a display of swag, and many hundreds of og Switch games. Nintendo is straight fucking up now though, and you are a cult member drinking the koolaide if you try to justify this!

It isn’t all attributable to tariffs (sure some is), and they go beyond bricking over just piracy. They are spreading fear about even buying used games by bricking devices for playing second hand! The recent UI and firmware changes are downright hostile to consumers. This is not justifiable, but I know some of you fanboys with maga level brainwashing will run defense. It makes me sick to see those of you who take delight over people having their devices bricked when they don’t even partake in piracy.

Fuck Nintendo unless they wake up and course correct. I will not buy another new game until then and if my Switch gets bricked for playing used games I’ll never buy another product from them again. If we all stood up agaist anti-consumer behavior things would change… but there is always a vocal minority that attack everyone for correct and right opinions on anti-consumer behavior.