Switch Are you buying the switch 2 ?

[athleticyawler]

I'm apprehensive because of the price, lack of an OLED screen (seriously, what? It's probably so they can charge extra down the line, lol), and the DRM, but I remain cautiously optimistic about how things will unfold. The original Switch was a significant advancement for Nintendo in many ways, and the Switch 2 seems to be continuing that positive trend so far. I say "cautiously" because I want to see if they can maintain and build more momentum with third-party support, which was quite solid on the original Switch—especially when compared to handheld standards. In fact, it was better than the PSP in many ways. I'm also curious about why they're still opting for cartridges—I'm fairly certain the system could support optical storage.

However, with EA announcing that they won't be releasing Legacy Editions of their sports titles on Switch 2, and with Digital Foundry showing that Elden Ring has fixed frame pacing along with Cyberpunk 2077 having decent performance so far, I feel more optimistic than cautious. By comparison, nearly every third-party launch game on the Wii U performed atrociously.

 

[t3mpt0n]

Fuck no lmao!

 

[moonbits]

I bought PS5 simply so I could have physical games but seriously, even I advise against buying PS5, or any console for that matter if you don't have any 'must play' exclusives.

I like my PS5, it's comfy and the controller is cooool

 

[Prism_Red]

I like my PS5, it's comfy and the controller is cooool

Good to see you my fellow brethren.

 

[t3mpt0n]

I like my PS5, it's comfy and the controller is cooool

I agree the controller is comfy as I own one myself, but I still personally wouldn't buy the console.

 

[Asian girls lover]

No, I'm fucking broke.

 

[fake-kun]

Considering that it probably won't even be sold in my country, no.

 

[chickenracer]

For now, I’m not planning to buy the NSW2 on launch day.

 

[TheSoulWalker]

Not bothering with Switch 2. Price is the biggest factor here

 

[nexy]

 

[Strategist's iconStrategist]

Not for a very long time. Not until they drop the price and they release a couple of games I'm interested in.

 

[Varyag]

Lmao no. At least not a new one. IF it gets jailbroken, I'll get a used one and use it to play emulators and homebrews.

Also probably wait for the inevitable OLED upgrade, and get a used one out of THAT.

 

[OmehaN9ne]

For that price? Hell no. IF it launched with Twilight Princess, Wind Waker, and Metroid Prime 2 & 3 remasters then I'd be more amenable to buying one. Price is the biggest factor. I've talked with others who are arguing that I can play the Gamecube emulator on the Switch 2. Thing is, why would I pay for that when I already have one on my phone and PC that can run it with more features?

 

[Don Patch]

I've seen it here and I've seen it in other places (comments, etc.) "everything looks great; the machine and games and features... except the price."

I'm in the same boat. I'll get one... but I dunno if it'll be at launch...

Like, everything is priced steep... Unit, games, accessories.
I get inflation and current events, I really do. I'm not blindsided, just disappointed.
Perhaps a sign of things to come?

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Nope, I was 80% sure I won't get it, the fact you still need to download the game despite having physical cart just pushed it to 99%.

Yeah, that was a pain in the ass thing they were really low-key about. Flash-carts when, lol?

 

[PhrawzT]

I don't see myself getting one until they have something worthwhile to play.

 

[Cheela]

If people can mod it, then yes.

Same

 

[IamtheWalrus]

I won't lie, when the leaks were out, I was excited. I have a Switch and liked the games. It was the only thing I have of the current Gen of consoles. But after I saw the price, the price of Mario Kart Worlds or the fact there is a mandatory internet connection requirement for the first installation? Nah, I'm good.
I think I'm just done... I saw zero reasons to get a PS5 (or Pro) or an Xbox Series S/X. No shade towards those who do, if you're happy that's all that should matter. But for me? I'm burnt out.
I'm more focused on paying rent, utilities and keeping food in the fridge. I barely bought $60 games, and the $70 I did buy I pirated to make sure I'd like before buying. And $70 was still asking too much.
So if $80 to $100 does become the new industry standard, like I keep hearing buzzed around? I'm simply sticking to emulation of older games and indie games that catch my interest.

 

[Fenir]

We are living in an age of increasing corporate greed and lower wages.
If people boycott, they’ll have increasing costs and will be forced to lower the prices of games and hardware. But if everyone just accepts the high prices and keeps buying consoles and games in huge numbers, it’ll send a clear message to other companies that they can do the same. Sony will raise prices, Microsoft will follow, and game developers and distributors will jack up their prices too. Good luck with that!

 

[DanCalibur]

I'll buy it when it's available for free on the internet

 

[VampireLord1024VampireLord1024's icon]

Once the price drops and the prices of games drop as well, then I'll probably buy a Switch 2.

 

[DragonMals]

With the two ways of buying the Switch 2, me and my family are going to discuss the plans of purchasing the console. All I know is that we are purchasing the console in increments cause I know damn well that not everyone in our household is going to get one for a while.

 

[popckorn]

Man, as a disabled guy working on a family business for 30 bucks a week....

Spoiler: Pathetic Details

(Disposable income, they mostly pay me with groceries and a humble little house I am inheriting, I am utterly blessed and lucky to be born disabled into a family with a business)

.... I was barely able to buy a TUF A16 (All AMD, for Linux compatibility) after saving a whole year!!

I wonder if these things will be affordable only in Japan, because with the new Tariffs by Lord Emperor of the Asylum, I reckon not even United Statians with their abundant disposable incomes will be able to afford this -now- Luxury Item.

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With the two ways of buying the Switch 2

What do you mean by two ways, tho?

 

[necroticart]

Not going to buy right away. The price is to high for what your getting plus I tend to play games on PC and the steam deck which is a much better value

 

[GardeniaSky]

I'm still planning on getting a Steam Deck.

 

[Redus_Zero]

I will buy it because i want to sell my switch and i have joycon drifts i hope they will fix it