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I never actually picked it up. So I might have to when I get a Switch2.

Very true. So this launch is actually pretty on par with switch 1.

With the mouse controls I am really wondering why we didn't see even a tease of Splatoon 4.

I think with Nintendo's art style 4k is possible. It won't have photo realistic 4k

Yo...Ring Fit will work? Hell yeah

Also being able to use Joycon1 with any game is great.

$250 in 2006 is equivalent to about $400 today.

It's odd because Donkey Kong is $69.99 and the MK console bundle gets you $30 off. My guess is that they are pushing the MK bundle hard because $450 is probably close to break even or loss leader for them. And going $530 was too high for the sticker price. Those that buy later will likely also get MK outside the bundle and then they are in the green. I bet the MK attach rate is going to be insane.

I also think the $10 more for physical versions is solely to push consumers to digital only. Also it frames the $80 price point as being "$10 cheaper" rather than "$10 more than normal"

I mean it's subjective. But I get your point.

Yeah, it's basically Mario Kart World and then Donkey Kong Bananza shortly thereafter.

As a reminder Switch 1 had the following first party titles in its launch window:

• BOTW
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
• 1-2-Switch (meh)
• Snipperclips (meh)
• ARMS (meh)
• Splatoon 2

So knowing how those games went, and excluding the meh games. Switch 2 is really only missing 1 first party like Splatoon.

Also Metroid Prime 4 is in the middle space of being a crossover title.

Hate to break it yo you. Mario Kart MSRP is $79.99

That's a bunch of bull. I deliberatly do not share analytics whenever given the option to opt-out.

Mario Kart World MSRP is $79.99 USD.

https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/featured-games/

Console only is $449.99 USD. Mario Kart Console bundle is $499.99. See the new pinned post in this community to register to purchase.

So I have to say this was very underwhelming for me. Console launches are all about Games, Games, Games. And this announcement just didn't have them. The console is cool and has a lot of useful features, but at this point it's an approximate $450-500 (not sure exactly because they didn't actually announce the price) surcharge to play...Mario Kart World, Kirby Riders, Donkey Kong Bananza, and a new From Soft game.

Two kart racers, DK, and BloodSouls is not motivating me to buy at launch.

Pros:

• Mario Kart World and DK Bananza looked awesome.
• From Soft exclusive is cool for people who like Souls games (I personally don't), but I'm not sure people who like Souls are big fans of console exclusivity.

Cons:

• A bunch of upgrades of switch exclusives I've already played is not enticing.
• A bunch of 3rd party announcements were ok, but for me. I already have a gaming PC, a Steam Deck, a PS5, and a PS portal. So...yeah.
• Why the hell was Wind Waker in the GameCube virtual console? Why not re-remaster Wind Waker HD and sell it separately? People would gobble that up, especially this newer generation that never even owned a gamecube or Wii. That's a lost opportunity.

Missed Launch Opportunities:

• Odyssey 2?
• Ring Fit Adventure 2?
• Halo?
• New Animal Crossing?
• Splatoon 4? (Mouse controls...hello!)

At this point, I'm guessing they have a launch lineup, and then possibly a separate holiday lineup. Launch is for the Nintendo diehards, and Holiday is for the families and kids. Hopefully more announcements come soon. For me it's a wait and see for more exclusives, which is the only reason I buy Nintendo consoles anymore.

Edit: Just checked and the From Soft exclusive is 2026. So not even a launch window title.

I'm crossing my fingers that it'll actually be $450. But I disagree on Switch 2 games being playable on Switch 1. I could see switch 1 games getting an upgrade in terms of performance/graphics, but no way Mario Kart 9 is playable on Switch 1.

Remored that preorders open tomorrow (April 2nd) or the 9th. But I guess it will be part of the announcement tomorrow

I think just same publisher

I agree, I plan to email them back and let them know.

I emailed support and they confirmed this controller does not support steam input fyi.

So the extra buttons can only be mappable to existing buttons, and the gyro can only emulate joystick movement.

If it gets steam input support I'll consider it but until then it's a no go for me.

My bets are placed on $399

Thanks @slimerancher@lemmy.world