Massive Fan Frenzy, New Features & Mario Kart World Reveal
After delays due to a trade war, the Nintendo Switch 2 finally hit shelves worldwide. Fans lined up for days to get their hands on the next-gen console.
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With a larger screen, enhanced social features, and detachable controllers that can double as computer mice, the Switch 2 marks a major upgrade.
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"I love the new design," says influencer Jacey Adler. "It’s more social. I can play and talk with friends—it’s not just a solo experience anymore."
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"The mouse mode felt too sensitive," said Simone De Rochefort from Polygon. "Controlling a spaceship while dodging obstacles was tough."
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The highlight? Mario Kart World—exclusive to Switch 2. It offers open-world racing in addition to the classic Grand Prix.
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SNL’s Bowen Yang joined the midnight event: "I didn’t win, but it was the perfect teaser for the real fun that’s yet to come at home!"
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At $449, the Switch 2 is much pricier than the original's $299. But die-hard fans don’t seem to mind.
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The console is flying off shelves and might be hard to find—especially during the holiday season.
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More memory. More power. More potential. "This is a modern machine," says Nintendo’s Nate Bihldorff. "It opens the door to an entirely new level of gameplay."
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Nintendo aims to sell 15M units by March 2026—but will it match the original Switch’s 150M milestone? Many fans, like Joost van Dreunen, are waiting before they buy.
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