Nintendo Switch 2: What You Need to Know Before Launch

Nintendo has shared important details about the compatibility of Switch 1 games with the upcoming Switch 2. Some games will run smoothly, while others might have issues. A few games, like "Ring Fit Adventure, " will require the use of older Joy-Cons instead of the new Joy-Con 2. This is a good time to check out the full list of compatible games and see how your favorites fare. The Switch 2 Pro Controller is expected to be a hot item. It sold out quickly last month, but retailers are now taking pre-orders again. If you plan to get a Switch 2 on launch day, securing a Pro Controller early might be a smart move. This controller offers some nice upgrades, including a headphone jack, a new "C" button, and customizable back buttons. For those in the U. K. , there are still chances to pre-order the Switch 2. ShopTo has a bundle available for £512, which includes the console, a camera, and a travel kit. While it's pricey, it comes with some useful extras. Meanwhile, Currys has a single bundle left, offering the Switch 2 with "Mario Kart, " "Street Fighter 6, " a camera, and a 256GB microSD card for £579. It's a bit steep, but you get a lot of extras for the price. The Switch 2 will support additional USB mice, not just the mouse mode on the Joy-Con 2. This is a big deal for gamers who prefer using a mouse. It adds more flexibility to how you can play games on the Switch 2. With the holiday weekend over, there's a better chance of seeing new pre-order opportunities for the Switch 2. Retailers are starting to receive their stock, and some have confirmed they will have limited additional stock on launch day. Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and GameStop are among those who will have extra consoles in-store. GameStop and Best Buy will also hold midnight launches for pre-order customers and those without a pre-order yet. Samsung is pushing Nintendo to use its OLED panels in a future version of the Switch 2. This doesn't guarantee an OLED Switch 2, but it's good news for gamers who want that screen quality. Samsung has been a key hardware partner for Nintendo, so this push makes sense. Some retailers in the U. K. still have Switch 2 bundles available. Currys, for example, offers bundles that include the console, a camera, and a microSD card. These bundles are priced higher than the base console, but they come with useful extras.