Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Nintendo Switch 2 is able to run all the old/new games good without a issue. The only downside is the battery life is not that good.

Amazing upgrade compared to the 1st switch. So much fun. Battery needs to be longer on its own, however the USB-c on the top of system will charge the unit so makes it easier to play while charging

So far, it is a great extension of the original switch. Better performance, and everything else is very similar. Better performance, bigger screen, and the UI is pretty much the same, which was great. It feels like a great extension of the original switch

The switch OLED was and is already awesome, and this just upgraded the level slightly. The magnetic controllers are a cool touch and the screen looks great.

There’s a lot of people hating on the switch 2, I feel like we got what we asked for, a switch upgrade with better graphics and faster load times. Absolutely no complaints from me, still have the old switch for trips and stuff, but i definitely am loving the switch 2. I’m mostly a docked TV gamer but it looks great in hand held as well, love it !!

Excellent console. Controller can be split up and used by two people, although not as comfy. Mario Cart is pretty fun. Games from Switch 1 work fine. Storage could be a little bigger for downloaded games.

Never having owned the Switch 1, I wasn't sure what to expect but my family loves it. Surprised how easy it is to pop out of the holder and keep playing on the go. Graphics are a nice upgrade and looking forward to the upcoming exclusives

While maintaining the sleek, hybrid charm that defined its predecessor, with the inclusion of sturdier magnetic Joy-Cons, seamless backwards compatibility, the Switch 2 has evolved from a "secondary" console into my ultimate, all-in-one gaming device.

As a first-time Nintendo owner, the Switch instantly took me back to my childhood gaming days. The joy of handheld play, combined with the ease of docking for bigger screen moments, feels like a perfect mix of nostalgia and innovation. It’s the ultimate way to relive those simpler, carefree gaming memories.

The screen is so much bigger than the original switch and plays great!

The gameplay is unparalleled, anazing graphics. Sleek design. Fun games. Zelda is grand with its in- depth RPG feel. Great gaming experience!

Switch 2 offers a bigger screen and better graphics. Def an upgrade can already see the performance difference in SW1 games.

Switch 2 has better visuals, faster load times, smoother performance, and refined hardware while keeping the hybrid flexibility that defines the platform. It’s not a seismic leap, but it’s widely considered the best Switch yet and a very solid choice for both new buyers and longtime fans.

It’s such a sleek console. I do think that it is more like a “Switch Pro” than a Switch 2. Giving it five stars still because the games run extremely smoothly and the upgraded Joycon design is so much better. The kickstand feels more robust, and the addition of a charging port on the topside was a no brainer upgrade as well. Overall very satisfied.

Coming from an older model, the Switch 2 is a dream. Everything runs much faster and looks incredible on the new display, both handheld and docked. The new Mario Kart World is the perfect launch title, with a massive new world to explore and super fun gameplay. This bundle is worth every penny. I also had an amazing experience purchasing at BestBuy. I traded in my original Switch and the team made the experience seeemless and easy for me. I will definitely shop there again.

I love the switch 2! And it’s backwards compatible so i can and will play all of my brothers switch 1 games on it best buy ive ever done as of now in 2025. And its easy to carry on the go.

Purchased the Switch2 with the Mario Kart World Bundle, and my son says it's awesome. He says it looks "live" and crisp video. No lagging, no storage problems.

This was written within one month of the console's launch. Much may change over time. Console: Overall, I'm satisfied with Switch 2. The console itself feels comfortable to use handheld. It runs better than the original Switch, even with Switch 1 games. The mouse controls are an addition with a lot of potential, though it has yet to be fully utilized. Technology like DLSS will hopefully allow the system to run demanding games acceptably. Currently there aren't a lot of original games on it which I'm interested in playing on the system, but I'm confident that will improve quickly over the first year based on Nintendo's history. The motion-clarity of the screen has become a complaint for some. It doesn't bother me personally, but I'd recommend testing the system first to see if you're sensitive to it. It also remains to be seen if design problems like joystick drift will happen over time the way they did with Switch 1. Mario Kart World: "Mario Kart World" is a good game, and perhaps may be improved by Nintendo over time. However, as it stands at launch I'd rate it 8/10; it's fun but clearly a first iteration on a new open-world concept. Exploration lacks a satisfying sense of progression, and it's easier to fall out-of-bounds during normal races because the boundaries are less clear than past games. For comparison I'd rate "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" 9/10; it's currently the best version of the traditional formula even if there's room for improvement. Given the choice between MKW and MK8 I'd probably recommend MK8 even if they were the same price. But I'm happy to have MKW.

I really like the bigger screen, and the magnetic controllers compared to having to slide them on like on the other switch.

If you regularly use the original Switch and are wanting the latest and greatest, this is it. Games that struggle on the Switch 1 such as the newer Zelda titles and Pokemon play flawlessly on the Switch 2. Solid performance with no frame drops. I would say as a disclaimer though that if the currently released Switch 2 titles are not one of your ‘must-haves’ and the current Switch games that you play run fine, you may not get the full worth out of a Switch 2 until more games that take advantage of the Switch 2 are released. Overall though a great system.