July 2nd 2023.
Is the next Switch a guaranteed hit? Everyone is buzzing with excitement and speculation surrounding the upcoming Switch 2, which could be released as soon as next year. Rumours that it will be as powerful as a PlayStation 4 have been circulating and it's easy to see why fans are eager for its release.
I'm sure I'm not the only one who was initially sceptical that the Switch 2 would be as powerful as the PS4. After all, Nintendo has had some mixed success with their follow-ups to popular consoles. The Wii U was a great example of how not to follow up on the success of the Wii. That being said, I'm hopeful that Nintendo have learned from their mistakes.
The potential of the Switch 2 is exhilarating. With the power of the PS4, Nintendo could easily create games with stunning visuals that rival The Last Of Us Part 2 or Horizon Forbidden West. Not only that, but third-party publishers could also join in on the fun and release games from both this generation and the last.
Yet, for me, the best part about the Switch 2 will be the portability. Nintendo has already proved with the Steam Deck that powerful handhelds can be incredibly popular. I can only imagine what a more user-friendly, cheaper version of the Steam Deck with Nintendo's games on top would look like. It would be a game-changer for the industry and would open up so many possibilities.
It's strange to think that Sony and Microsoft didn't jump on the portable gaming bandwagon sooner. They usually copy everything else, from shoulder buttons to analogue sticks, so it's puzzling why they haven't done so in this case. Perhaps they were burned by the Wii U's failed attempt at tablet gaming.
Whatever the case, Nintendo has been given a golden opportunity to make an impact. I don't think they'll screw this up. We've already seen how their release schedule has been slowing down, which must mean they have plenty of new games in reserve. Plus, they can easily release upgrades of all their current games with better graphics and higher frame rates.
I'm extremely eager to see what Nintendo will come up with. The Switch 2 could be the console that finally takes the industry to the next level. Sony and Microsoft's lack of action in this area is going to come back to bite them. I'm sure they'll regret not investing in their own hybrid console.
It's too early to tell for sure, but I'm optimistic that the Switch 2 will be another major success for Nintendo.
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