Summary
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been a massive success out of the gate.
It’s officially the fastest-selling console in Nintendo’s history, and early reviews have been mostly positive — despite a few legitimate complaints.
For instance, the display still suffers from motion blur at 60Hz, and HDR (high dynamic range) support is lackluster at best.
But once you’re racing through Mario Kart World or exploring Cyberpunk 2077, those shortcomings become easy to overlook.
Still, I’m not jumping on the hype train — at least not yet. While I may eventually buy a Switch 2, I’d rather do it on my own terms. Here’s why.
1. There Aren’t Enough New Games Yet
Sure, the Switch 2 boasts a vast game library, but that’s mostly thanks to backward compatibility with titles from the original Switch.
When it comes to native Switch 2 games, the selection is thin.
Most of the “new” titles so far are ports from other platforms — including Cyberpunk 2077, Street Fighter 6, and Civilization VII.
As of now, Nintendo’s only true exclusives are Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza.
If I’m not going to use the console regularly, there’s no point in buying it right away.
Waiting a few months (or more) will give me more options, like Metroid Prime 4 — assuming it doesn’t get delayed into oblivion.
2. I’d Rather Upgrade My PC First
While I do own the original Switch, I haven’t used it much beyond games like Tetris 99, Mario Maker 2, and Katamari Damacy Reroll.
That’s mostly because I don’t have a deep interest in many of Nintendo’s titles, and I’m not into JRPGs or visual novels either.
On top of that, Switch games rarely go on sale — even titles that launched eight years ago, like Breath of the Wild, still sell for $60.
By contrast, I could pick up a decent haul of PC games for the price of one Nintendo title — especially during Steam sales.
Yes, building or upgrading a PC is expensive.
But the value is undeniable: a well-equipped computer doubles as a workstation, streaming device, and access point to a gaming library spanning decades.
If I’m going to spend money, I’d rather invest in hardware that gives me more flexibility and better long-term value.
3. I’m Happy With What I Already Own
The best gaming gift I’ve ever received? A Steam Deck OLED, courtesy of my wife.
It may not rival a high-end desktop or even the Switch 2 in some specs, but it strikes the perfect balance between power and portability. I’m constantly impressed by what it can handle — even Cyberpunk 2077 looks and runs great (as long as you don’t expect ray tracing).
So far, the only game that’s caused performance issues is Control.
Otherwise, the Steam Deck OLED gives me full access to my PC library in a handheld form factor.
It’s tough to justify a new handheld when I haven’t even unlocked the full potential of the one I already have.
I get the appeal of the Switch 2. It’s slick, fast, and brings a lot to the table — especially if you’re deeply invested in Nintendo’s ecosystem.
But for gamers like me, who already have powerful alternatives and aren’t sold on the current lineup of titles, it makes sense to wait.
A good game is a good game, no matter what you’re playing it on — and I’ve still got plenty of those in my backlog.