Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Switch 2 is Nintendo's latest entry into the console market and is priced decently for its performance and features. This console is larger than the original Switch, with a screen built to match. While the LCD is brighter, more vibrant, and has a much higher refresh rate than the original, I do wish they had released it with an OLED screen. Once you get used to the deep blacks produced by an OLED, it's hard to go back to other panel types. The Switch 2 is also slightly heavier than the original Switch. The upgraded processor allows games to run faster and with better quality compared to the original Switch. It does feature VRR (variable refresh rate) support. Additionally, it supports 1440p (up to 120hz) and 4K (60hz) displays in docked mode. Games that are Switch 2-specific or have Switch 2 upgrades run noticeably better. The magnetic Joy-Cons are a welcome change from the rail-based Joy-Cons of the original Switch. A simple button at the top acts as a lever, pushing the Joy-Con out slightly and allowing you to easily detach it by pulling it away from the console. The new Joy-Cons also have sensors that allow them to function as a mouse. However, I would not recommend using either of them as a mouse. They are awkward and incredibly unergonomic when not used as a controller. The console comes with 256GB of built-in storage, which is enough to comfortably hold a dozen or so Nintendo titles and smaller games. However, if you use this console to play third-party games, you will likely need to buy a microSD Express card to expand storage. Overall, I think this console will age better than the original Switch. Both the console and its Joy-Cons feel sturdier than the original Switch, and its performance should keep up with newer titles fairly well. However, access to the latest games from Nintendo-specific franchises was the main driver for my purchase.

The switch 2 seems to be a nice upgrade from the original. I think the biggest drawbacks are battery life and heat buildup aren’t great off the docking station. Also, the docking station feels flimsy compared to the original. Otherwise, it’s a solid and games look great and load faster. I would make the purchase if you want a bigger screen or more vibrant colors, but otherwise, stick with the original.

The switch 2 definitely feels better than my OLED switch. I think the loading screens are faster, the larger screen is nice, and it feels good playing handheld. The graphics improvement were noticeable and I liked that. The battery life feels like it doesn’t last as long as my OLED switch did, but that is okay because the extra charging port on top of the switch 2 makes it easier to play handheld while simultaneously being charged. My only issue with the Switch 2 was the price tag. Other than that I think it is a solid device and majority of people willing to purchase one will enjoy it as much as they did with previous devices.

Nintendo Switch 2 is an amazing system that improves on the original in almost every way. It feels like a premium device that deliver next-gen performance for the size that it is. The ability to play the entire Nintendo Switch library with some being improved experiences is an great selling point. A fun system that allows you to be flexible in your play-style and exclusive games to the system that showcase Nintendo's quality with more to come make it a worthwhile investment. The only flaw is battery life but if you come from a Nintendo Switch that isn't the Lite or OLED Model, the performance you get is a necessary tradeoff.

Great upgrade from the original Switch. Almost every aspect is better, the larger screen (LED not like the Switch OLED version), larger JoyCon controllers and feels better. Playing it docked gets you 4k 60hz gaming which is way nicer than the original Switch. Although it feels similar battery life in handheld mode as the original Switch at around 2 hours. I would have hoped for longer battery life for the Switch 2. There aren’t very many new games for the launch of the system, so time will tell how good this system will be. One other thing is the packaging of the system was concerning with the system/screen not being very protected as it sits right at the top of the box.

The Nintendo Switch 2 console is almost perfect. Almost. The 1080p screen is a nice upgrade. The 4K capability while docked is awesome, I just wish it was also like that handheld since that's how I play the most. The upgraded memory and processor are big wins, especially noticeable with Switch 1 games. Load times are greatly reduced! The electromagnetic joycons are super cool, snapping them in and out is a breeze and there's no worry about accidentally sliding the joycon in the wrong direction and getting it stuck on the rails. The console also comes with a built in screen protector which is really nice because I don't have to go out and buy my own. Now on to the bad... it's the only fault I have found so far in the switch 2, and that's the battery life on handheld mode. Obviously this isn't a huge deal to those who only play while docked, but if you're like me and you play handheld most of the time, then it'll come as a shock how quickly the battery drains. I used to game handheld for days with the Switch 1, only charging it once it got to 10% battery or lower. With the Switch 2, the battery is almost dead within 2 or 3 hours. I haven't taken the time to actually clock the duration of the battery, but it is god awful. I'm hoping beyond hope that 3rd party accessory makers for the Switch 2 hurry up and make an external battery case for it because I can't imagine taking my Switch 2 on a long plane ride and having it die on me midway through. All in all, I give it a 4/5 stars. The console is immaculate except the battery issue which warrants the loss of a star.

Significant step up from the Switch OLED in terms of screen size and graphics, but it is disappointing that this model does not keep the OLED display at this price point. The bundled game (in this case Mario Kart) is a fun time-killer, though the library felt a bit thin at launch and has only recently started to fill out. The Joy-Con controllers are still small and awkward for longer sessions, so picking up a Pro Controller is strongly recommended if you plan to play often or for extended periods.

I bought a Switch 2 (S2) as an upgrade for the many Switches (S1) in my household of four. It is a nice handheld and the build quality seems better than the S1. The set-up was frustrating (*this does not apply to those without a Nintendo account). Basically, the unit requires a Express (EX) SD card to transfer the information from your old S1 to the S2. We have all kinds of SD cards, but none were EX. This meant that we were not able to play on day one (Xmas). Got the correct SD card the next day, which was an additional $60, wasn't happy about that. After doing the transfer the system was up and running. I then decided to download the bundled game. That took longer than expected, probably because I had a kid asking if it was ready every 5 minutes. The game finally downloaded and my kids got to play the system a day after they received it. The new Mariokart was well received. My son also enjoyed the larger format. We got some additional controllers, Donkey Kong Bonanza, Metroid and FC 26. Nothing has been touched and the kids have mostly been playing the S1 games on the S2. I think that the S2 is a good upgrade as compared to the S1. Nothing has really sparked my interest as an adult gamer, but hopefully their will be some good titles coming out in 2026.

I was one of the people against the idea of owning a console you “don’t really own”. I don't agree with Nintendo and their tactics of non physical games either. But besides that it is a good console, games are smoother, the screen is nice. A FEW $$$ WARNINGS: If you are not financially in a good place or are getting this for a child just know you’re most likely going to spend much more than the console price to get a full good experience. The games are expensive as well. I recommend getting their subscription if you want to update some of your games to the switch 2 format or be willing to pay to upgrade each game for $10. If you want storage you can’t just use a normal SD card. You gotta buy a EXPRESS SD card ($$). Dont forget a screen protector, hard case and a carrying case ($$$). If you can afford it go for it. I didn’t realize how much more I’d spend till I got it honestly — I swear Nintendo didn’t used to be this bad. Know what you're getting yourself into, do some research and know if you try to jail break or hack you basically get stuck with a $$$ expensive brick.

Right out of the box, the feel of the Switch 2 is just a net positive experience, no more cheap plastic feeling joycons or back of the screen, it feels much more durable and less like a toy. Personally I had to transfer all my data from my Switch 1, and it was a super simple experience that I feel even a small child could do it. Install speed of games? Also much faster than they were previously, Mario Kart World took me maybe 35-40 minutes to download on a 500mb connection, and the actual install was probably close to around 5 minutes for me. Not gonna lie, the dock feels a bit of a let down though. The back cover of it is no longer on a swing, it now just pops on and off and if you lose it, well it might as well be gone forever. It doesn't really keep the Switch 2 cool either, it's vents are more or less to keep the dock itself at a decent temp. Ethernet port on the back is a nice touch though. Game performance is quite the improvement all around. Every game I've tested personally loaded faster, and in the case of the free upgrade to Gen 9 Pokemon games, the improvements are like night and day and I don't think I can ever go back to playing those on my Switch 1. I'm looking forward to the Switch 2 Edition of the new Legends game later this year while also feeling bad for anyone who has yet to get their hands on a Switch 2 and won't be able to experience the resolution, loading, and fps upgrades. Games that didn't receive an update though? They're kinda struggling if I'm being honest. I tried playing Legends Arceus, and while the load time is better for sure, the fps remains locked at 30 and it's resolution looks like it's getting stretched and makes it actually look worse than the Switch 1, same goes for Sword and Shield. Mario Kart World. Boy oh boy, this was the one I was hyped for. While everyone was complaining saying it looked empty or that the tracks were uninspired, I was excited. It's my first Mario Kart since Double Dash on the Gamecube and I started back on Mario Kart 64, so all these new features, graphics and mechanics are amazing to me, so it makes me so happy that I got the bundle that included the game. Some quick pros and cons though to wrap this up. Pros: -Faster EShop -More responsive UI -DLSS putting in a lot of work -HDR -120fps in some games -Mouse Controls on shooters -Welcome Tour giving insane amounts of info on the inner workings of the console -Magnetic Joycons feel so satisfying to snap back onto it -The kickstand on the back is a massive upgrade from the Switch 1, durable, sturdy, and can go further back Cons: -Some older games look terrible without resolution updates -Any data transferred that wasn't a cloud save is deleted from the Switch 1 -Some people are complaining about stick drift on the joycons, no issue for me yet -Some reports of scratches or dead pixels right out of the box, no issue for me yet -Welcome Tour not being free despite it containing a lot of info on the console that users would like to know -Picks up dust kinda easily even if used a lot -Random spots on the dock that make it look like someone wiped a hand on it that just won't come off for some reason -Different color options for joycons not readily available at launch

I’ve been gaming with my Nintendo switch 2 for almost two weeks now and while initially I wasn’t super thrilled to get my hands on it, it’s kind of grown on me over the past couple of days. I’ll start by saying I’m kind of a sucker for all things Nintendo. I’ve owned just about every console they’ve released. Including most recently the Switch 1, switch lite and switch OLED. So it’s hard for me not to compare it to the previous consoles. But I’m being honest because chances are.. if you’re looking to buy the switch 2, you probably already own one of the previous Switch consoles. I’ll start with the things I like about it. This new console does feel quicker. Especially when loading menus and games. I justified my purchase by telling myself I would play the huge backlog of Switch games that I own and this was the biggest reason for me buying this console. I still enjoy playing Nintendo games on the go, and the old console was showing its age. So “upgrading” to this console was an easy decision for me. The joycons feel better in the hand while in handheld mode. They are larger, the triggers are more comfortable and it overall feels better in my hand. The magnetic system for attaching the joycons is way easier to use and less prone to getting stuck and breaking. My gripes with this console are the battery life. I get at most maybe 3 hours out of it before I need to plug it into the wall outlet. Not a huge deal since I don’t game handheld for more than an hour at a time. But still, I imagine the battery will degrade quicker in the long run because you will constantly need to charge this. The screen : although it is larger and looks nice, it is noticeably worse in some aspects (to my eyes) compared to the switch OLED. This screen has worse contrast and color saturation. And there is the obvious IPS glow when looking at it in black screens and from side angles. Another thing I’ve noticed is that is ghosting, once you notice it.. it’s hard to unsee it. It’s not a huge dealbreaker.. but I feel like at this price.. Nintendo should’ve put a better screen in it. One other con is that there isn’t many games out for it YET.. and majority of the third party games so far are just “key card cartridges” meaning that you will have to download the game onto your micro SD card. And the new micro SD cards are really expensive. I think this will ultimately hurt the long term health of the switch 2 unless Nintendo forces developers to keep games on the cartridge. A 1TB micro sd express card costs $200, if you can find one. They are super hard to find and expensive. I settled for a 256gb micro sd express card which cost me $70. Expensive in my opinion, and it will probably only hold a handful of switch 2 games. For now, there is no external SSD support when docked or in handheld mode, so expect to pay a hefty amount to expand your consoles storage. All in all… I like it. Could it be better? Definitely. Would I recommend it? Hard to say. Yes and no. If you love Nintendo games and gotta have the newest from them you’ll be like me and get it anyway. But I’d advise most people to just wait a little while longer until there is more games for the switch 2, and alternative storage options.

It's a huge step up from the original Nintendo Switch family of systems, but quite literally is just a more powerful Switch. If you care a lot about performance or keeping up with the newest games, then this is for you, but otherwise for the average consumer I can understand there might not be much of an appeal because there isn't a whole lot that is different besides power. Either way, I would recommend it to any Nintendo fan purely for the game library that is still small but expanding, and those few games that have released for it alone made the console worth it for me. My only issues with the Nintendo Switch 2 so far are the introduction of Game Key-Cards and the Home Menu being barely any different than the original Nintendo Switch's, although it is still a step forward, even if not a huge one.

[Employee of bestbuy] It is definitely an improvement over the first switch and competes with a lot of other handhelds, but it definitely feels bare. Mario Kart World is a great launch title, but it still feels like it would benefit from some other releases. The backwards compatibility is a great feature and I hope developers add some more Switch 2 game upgrades to maximize the new features. Additionally, I think the screen is able to compete with the OLED from last gen, but I do hope the option becomes available again.

I liked the Switch 2s screen, and the joy-cons. Didn't care for Mario Kart World, but it was a game to play on it. There aren't that many games to play on it yet. So I found a few games like Cyberpunk 2077, Dragon Quest 1&2, and Skyrim. Skyrim I had on the Switch, and transferred the game, and saved data to the Switch 2. Quick and easy to do. I haven't used the portability of it yet while playing. The connection to my TV was simple, and the joy-cons on the controller it comes with gave me a good time.

Console is overall great. Battery life off the dock is barely 2 hours biggest disappointment. The LCD screen surprised me honestly didn’t think it would be that great but exceeded my expectations. If you plan on keeping it docked and playing on monitor / tv I think it’s great but if you’re mobile then get used to being near a charger.

I bought my Switch 2 almost a month ago and this is my personal review for it. So the main reason I wanted to buy this console was the handheld aspect of it. Because a good chunk of my game time this past year has been on the go. And I wanted something with power and good games. Now I know at the time I’m doing this review there are only two big games on this console. MK world which is $80… and then the new donkey Kong. So I decided to get the MK bundle so that way it’s like I’m paying 50$ for an 80$ game. And speaking of MK….It’s a pretty good game but it does get old after a while so I would recommend getting the bundle with the game because I don’t think it’s quite worth $80. But overall I’ve been enjoying this console. So if you want a portable console with decent power and years of exclusives go for it. But if you’re not that interested in the games that are out right now I would recommend waiting another year or two for there to be more games with hopefully lower prices. This is my first review on Best Buy so hopefully I did OK. (: If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead you will be saved! :)

loveeee the new switch! it feels amazing in my hand and plays so well. i do wish the battery charge lasted a bit longer but still overall amazing new console for nintendo and definitely a nice upgrade from the original nintendo switch

Better than switch 1. eShop doesn't lag, the boot time is fast, but battery life is poor. The joy cons controller are magnetic versus the snap of switch 1. Different sounds too when using the system. A lot more base storage space versus switch one. Can play switch one games on switch 2

Finally made me want to play the Switch again, refresh rate and resolution are top notch and the larger size is perfect my eyes and hands. Hardware pricing is perfectly fine imo; the real pricing issues reside in the software. If I hadn’t got the Mario Kart bundle I would feel a bit scammed. Most Nintendo games are nowhere near worth $80, especially Mario Kart World, a game littered with small inconveniences that really add up when slapped with such a high price tag. The library at this point is pretty barebones if you owned and played all the Switch 1 games you wanted, but if you somehow haven’t played titles like Tears of the Kingdom dear lord get this. Off topic but I also highly recommend the “Killswitch 2” case by dbrand if you often play handheld for maximum comfort

I was not expecting to purchase a Switch 2 at launch due to a lack of exclusive titles, but I was persuaded to avoid future price fluctuations by picking one up early and I'm pretty satisfied with my purchase. The Switch 2 is a worthy successor to the Switch 1 with enhanced Joy-Con controllers, better performance in most games (including the best portable experiences for Cyberpunk 2077 and Resident Evil Requiem), and now a handful of really great exclusive titles like Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Pokémon Pokopia. I believe its price point is a bit steep even with a bundled game, and the built-in display of the handheld is on the cheap side compared to the rest of the premium-feeling hardware. The internal storage capacity is also paltry. But the other upgrades more than outweigh those negatives for me. I would recommend the Switch 2 for anyone who enjoyed the original Switch and would like a reliable, performant handheld game console.