June 3rd 2025.
Only a few days left until the highly anticipated release of the Nintendo Switch 2, and the excitement is palpable. In the latest Tuesday letters page, readers speculate about potential price cuts for the PS5 that could potentially overshadow the launch of the Switch 2. And among the discussions, one reader reveals their secret strategy for conquering Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. If you want to join in on the conversation, don't forget to email us at [email address].
As I write this, I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming release of the Switch 2. I've already sold my old Switch and Xbox Series X, and transferred all my data to the cloud in preparation for my new console. My birthday is coming up next month on July 4th, and with Father's Day just two weeks away, I've decided to treat myself early. In short, I won't be spending a single penny on my Switch 2, and I'll be picking it up at midnight on Thursday from Smyths toy store in York. I pre-ordered mine back in April, so I'm all set. And to top it off, I even have Thursday and Friday off from work to fully enjoy my new console.
I know many of you enjoy seeing photos from midnight launches, so I promise to send in another email on Thursday morning with some pictures. And for those of you still struggling to secure a pre-order, I suggest checking out Very as they seem to have some bundles in stock and are regularly restocking.
Speaking of last-minute purchases, I consider myself lucky to have snagged a pre-order for the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle from Very. I had previously resigned myself to waiting until next year to get the console, as my wife and I are currently saving up to decorate our daughter's room. But thanks to Very's buy now pay later option, I was able to make the purchase and spread out the payments over the next 12 months. Plus, the bundle also came with Street Fighter 6, which I wasn't initially interested in, but now I'm looking forward to playing it with my family using the split Joy-Cons. I might even use some extra cash this month to get some other games, like Fast Fusion or a Nintendo Switch Online subscription so I can finally try out Wind Waker. If only I had some time off work to fully enjoy it all. Unfortunately, the release falls right in the middle of a busy stretch for me, and I'm also working this weekend.
Switching gears to another topic, I'm disappointed that there are still no reviews available for the Switch 2, its launch games, or even the console itself. I've heard various reasons for this, like an embargo until launch day or journalists not receiving consoles in advance. Whatever the case may be, I was hoping to read some reviews from GC before making a final decision on my purchase. But since I already have the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle pre-ordered, I guess I'll just have to wait and see. Is anyone else eagerly anticipating reviews before the launch?
On a lighter note, I'm looking forward to the upcoming Summer Game Fest, which kicks off this Saturday. It's always a fun event with lots of previews and exciting announcements, including the possibility of seeing Resident Evil 9. And although I've given up on the Xbox brand, I can't help but feel a little curious about their upcoming showcase. And as if this week couldn't get any better, I've also started playing Red Dead Redemption for the first time. I've been wanting to try it out for a while now, and I finally found the time to do so.
Well, that's all from me for now. I hope you all have an equally exciting week ahead. Don't forget to email us your thoughts and comments at [email address]. Until then, happy gaming!
As the release date for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 draws near, the excitement among gamers is palpable. In fact, even the Tuesday letters page is abuzz with speculations about potential price cuts for the PS5 that could potentially overshadow the launch of the new Nintendo console. And speaking of the Switch 2, one reader has shared their secret for conquering the game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
For those who want to join in on the discussions, you can email us at the email provided below. But for now, let's talk about some free entertainment. As I type this, I can hardly contain my excitement as there are only two more days until I get my hands on the Switch 2. I've already sold my old Switch and transferred all my data to the cloud, ready to be downloaded onto my new console. And I've even sold my Xbox Series X as well. My birthday is coming up next month, on July 4th, and Father's Day is just around the corner. So, I've decided to treat myself and make all these special occasions a little early this year.
In short, I won't be spending a single penny on my Switch 2, and I'll be picking it up at midnight on Thursday morning at Smyths toy store in York. I pre-ordered mine back in April and I'm eagerly waiting to share photos of the midnight launch with you all. And the cherry on top? I have Thursday and Friday off work, giving me plenty of time to dive into the world of the Switch 2.
But I'm not the only lucky one. Another reader has managed to snag a last-minute pre-order for the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle from Very. They were initially resigned to getting the console next year, but luckily, they were able to take advantage of the buy now pay later option and reduce their monthly expenses. And to top it off, the bundle also came with Street Fighter 6, which they plan on playing with their family using the split Joy-Con controllers.
With some extra cash to spare, they also plan on upgrading their copy of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom to the Switch 2 version and maybe even picking up a few other games or a Nintendo Switch Online subscription. The only downside is that they won't have much time to play, as the release date falls in the middle of a busy work stretch.
For those still struggling to get their hands on a pre-order, our readers recommend checking out Very as they seem to have some bundles in stock and are frequently replenishing their stock. And if you do end up getting the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, you'll get the Zelda upgrades for free.
Moving on to other gaming news, it's disappointing to hear that there are no reviews available for the Switch 2 yet, whether it's for the console itself or its launch games. Some speculate that the review embargo is close to launch day, while others believe that journalists haven't been given early access or that the day one patch is causing delays. Our reader who has pre-ordered the Mario Kart World bundle isn't too worried about reviews, but they were hoping to read GC's reviews before the launch to add to the hype.
And speaking of upcoming events, one reader is eagerly anticipating the Summer Game Fest, which kicks off on Saturday. They're hoping for some exciting game previews, appearances from Hideo Kojima, and of course, Geoff Keighley's signature smile. They're also keeping their fingers crossed for a possible reveal of Resident Evil 9. On the other hand, they've given up on the Xbox brand, but they're still curious to see what the Xbox Games Showcase has in store.
And finally, our last reader is having a busy but blessed week. They're looking forward to the release of the Switch 2, which coincides with Eid, making it a double celebration for them. They're also excited for the Summer Game Fest and the Xbox Games Showcase, and have even started playing the first Red Dead Redemption game. Looks like it's going to be an eventful week for all gamers. Don't forget to email us your comments and join in on the discussions.
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