April 19th 2025.
Have you already placed your pre-order for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2? As someone who has been following all the latest news and announcements, I can confidently say that I have made my decision to secure a pre-order. Despite some concerns about outdated hardware, expensive first-party titles, and questionable business practices, there were a few key factors that convinced me to take the plunge and pre-order this innovative console.
Ever since the first trailer quietly dropped, the Nintendo Switch 2 has been on everyone's mind. As someone who never owned the original model, but instead purchased the Lite version, I was initially skeptical about the console's capabilities. While the gaming choices were satisfactory, I found the system to be quite limited in terms of features and experiences. As someone who has been spoiled by devices like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally X, with access to popular streaming apps and web browsers, the Switch fell short in comparison. The only available app was YouTube, which left much to be desired.
Additionally, as the hardware began to show its age, I couldn't help but notice the cracks when playing ports of games like Mortal Kombat 1 and the Batman: Arkham trilogy. So when the news of the Nintendo Switch 2 was revealed, I was definitely intrigued but had many questions. Would there be improvements to the hardware? What about the launch line-up? Would there be more non-game features, like the option to use Google or popular social media apps? These were all factors that I considered before the official reveal event in April.
But despite my reservations, I couldn't help but miss the days of browsing the Nintendo eShop and playing Super Mario Odyssey. There was something special about the Switch, a certain charm that made me hesitant to give up on it completely. And then came the details – the console was priced at £395 separately or £429 bundled with the newest Mario Kart title, Mario Kart World, set to release on June 5th. But what really sold me was the announcement of new first-party games like Metroid Prime 4 and Donkey Kong Bananza, scheduled for release in July.
However, it was the unexpected collaboration between Nintendo and FromSoftware for The Duskbloods that truly sealed the deal for me. As a fan of FromSoftware's work, the thought of experiencing a game like Bloodborne on the Switch was too enticing to pass up. And the opportunity to play franchises like Xenoblade, Metroid, and Mario Kart for the first time was a dream come true. Despite the controversy surrounding the pricing of first-party titles, the sheer joy of playing these highly anticipated games and future installments was enough to convince me to pre-order.
In the end, I couldn't ignore the voices in my head telling me that I would regret missing out on this special occasion. The stunning visuals and tone of The Duskbloods brought a vibe that I had been longing for, whether it be a sequel or a remake of Bloodborne. And while Nintendo may have made some questionable decisions, I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of my console and the exciting new games that await. As always, the views expressed are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of GameCentral or Metro. I look forward to sharing my thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 with fellow gamers in the future.
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