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For decades, the gaming industry has followed the trends that Nintendo started with its game launches. game boy Although its history dates back more than 30 years, versatile handheld gaming consoles are the future. Valve, Ayaneo, Asus and even playstation A handheld gaming option has also been added. But none of them have Mario, Link, or Samus.
How will Nintendo follow up? switchone of the best and most unique video game consoles of all time? Considering the current state of the industry and Nintendo’s penchant for unconventional innovation, what should we expect from the next console? It’s actually called the Switch 2 , or something else entirely, consider the following:
strong first impression
First of all, the next Nintendo console should be another hybrid model that can be played in both handheld and docked mode. The rest of the design is secondary, but equally important.
A major part of the Nintendo Switch’s greatness is its attractive no-frills design. A rectangular shape with delicately rounded corners, a familiar button layout, and refreshing pops of neon blue and neon red on the left and right Joy-Cons. If your branding includes “Switch” anywhere, your next console should use the same neon color.
When it comes to handheld game consoles, bigger isn’t necessarily better. More power and a better screen usually means more weight and shorter battery life. The Switch OLED’s 0.93-pound weight can make long handheld sessions tiring, and the average Steam deck weighs nearly twice that at 1.5 pounds. video game chronicle reported in october Nintendo is considering cheaper LCD screens rather than OLED, but the best path forward would be to offer both options at different price points, similar to its competitors.
eye-opening Xbox Series X|S Split could do wonders for the next Nintendo console. Imagine a rugged, powerful Switch that can handle massive new AAA games even when docked, while also being mobile-ready. Then there are digital-only alternatives that are lighter, cheaper, and more mobile. Standard, Lite, and Pro options will all launch at the same time, each to meet strong demand.
You can spend $350 to $650 on a Steam deck right now. What if Nintendo had $199, $350, $500 options?
Joy-Con news
of Nintendo Switch Joy-Con It’s easy to love and hate. It’s stylish and gives you the satisfying feeling of clicking on the side of your console, but it’s also notorious. drift problem, in some cases after just a few months of use. Nintendo’s new generation input devices need to be more robust to limit these issues, or at least make the replacement and repair process smoother.
It’s great that your existing hardware can remain compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2. All modern gadgets use USB-C, so unless the Switch 2 bulges out too much to fit in the Switch dock, it seems possible.
What would happen if Nintendo developed a next-generation controller like Microsoft instead of Joy-Con? Xbox Design Lab• Anyone can design a custom controller with grips, back paddles, and custom thumbsticks. The Switch successor doesn’t have to do anything close to hardcore, but it could give gamers options for more ergonomics and custom buttons for maximum comfort.
Internal structure
The standard Nintendo Switch has just 32 GB of internal memory, while the OLED has 64 GB of internal memory.but The Legend of Zelda: Kingdom of Tears Occupies approximately 16.3 GB. No flagship game can take up more than half of the console’s total memory. The Entertainment Retail Association (ERA) estimates that: 89.5% of all video games sold in 2022 was digital download, so storage is already in high demand on every platform. The new Switch will require more hard drive space, especially as new generation Nintendo games grow in size.
If Nintendo opted for an internal solid-state drive, it would be easier to provide faster load times (which can be a big issue with some Switch games) and more onboard storage. Most devices offer different price ranges mainly based on internal storage. Broadly speaking, the Nintendo Switch 2 should feel “next-gen” compared to its predecessor in terms of picture quality, graphics processing, and overall power.
All current versions of the Switch feature a 720p display when handheld and 1080p when docked. Framerates typically stay at 30 FPS and are capped at 60 FPS, but few games can take advantage of that high end, and some older Switch games can become unstable when a lot happens on screen. . The graphics usually look good, but not great, but Nintendo’s cartoonish design style makes everything work.
![Link explores a colorful village in Tears of the Kingdom](https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,q_60,w_645 /0eaa1973e314bf85cff503fbffbd1bb2.jpg )
many gamers have dissatisfaction about The Legend of Zelda Tears of Kingdom‘s graphics. Nintendo received an A rating for its original games and art design, but TotK‘s status as a Game of the Year contender doesn’t look much better than that, to be honest. Breath of the Wildreleased six years ago.
The next generation Switch will run at 1080p when handheld and should be upscaled to 4K when docked.of report Many of the Switch 2 demos at Gamescom 2023 indicate that the upcoming console will use NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS). This neural graphics technology uses artificial intelligence to significantly increase framerate and resolution without putting much strain on the processor. What could be more useful for a portable gaming platform?
What is widely reported Gamescom preview of Nintendo’s new hardware September also reportedly included a tech demo for Unreal Engine 5. the matrix awakens. If the Switch 2 can run games designed with Unreal Engine 5, that’s a strong indication that it will be a huge step forward in terms of graphical fidelity.
While it’s unlikely to compete directly with the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5, Nintendo has proven time and time again that it doesn’t need to compete on graphical superiority for its hardware to sell. You just need to justify the upgrade from your previous console.
bells and whistles please
I still have stress dreams about watching Netflix on my Wii when I was in college. The Nintendo Switch did nothing to alleviate these unresolved feelings. There’s Hulu, YouTube, and all the other important anime streaming services, but not much else. Most modern TVs come with all the basic apps, so why can’t Nintendo’s hot new video game system do the same?
Interesting patents about new patents dual screen handheld console A product similar to the Nintendo 3DS exists, which could shed some light on Nintendo’s plans. If Nintendo is going there with its next console, it’s a great opportunity to bring the two-screen classic to something like Nintendo Switch Online and call it Nintendo FlipSwitch (you heard it here first) . With more apps, it could become the perfect portable streaming screen for everything.
![Players use a Nintendo DS console with a stylus.](https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,q_60,w_645/ 367e8de4f1d4b49f4a3b4fa7219fe387.jpg)
The Switch 2 also requires an upgrade to your friends list and voice chat. It’s true that Nintendo’s products are skewed toward children, but many of those children are growing up, too. Becoming “friends” with your ex-college roommate and visiting his cute tropical island is no more difficult than applying for his credit card.at least consider A looser security option for adult gamers. Enjoy party chat without having to use another app to control his second device.
Many fighting games offer satisfying and fair online play.So why not? smash?Say Nintendo remaster. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for this next generation system. If only the network issues were fixed, this would be a true timeless classic.
game
The biggest mistake Nintendo could make with the Switch 2 would be the lack of backwards compatibility, especially since gamers continue to pay top dollar for the Switch’s first-party exclusives. Imagine paying $69.99 tears of the kingdom In May 2024, you won’t even be able to play on your new console in a year or two. Not very good.
in February 2022 Q&ANintendo has hinted at plans to capitalize on the Switch’s player base. 132 million This suggests that backward compatibility is a priority. If there’s some kind of upgraded Switch 2 cartridge, it would be great to see Nintendo do something similar to the Nintendo DS with a small slot for DS games and a larger slot for previous generation Game Boy Advance games That’s probably true.
What about the game itself? First, we’re excited to see the Switch 2 run well with major cross-platform AAA games and the most popular free-to-play titles.Like a multi-platform franchise madden and call of duty are consistently in the top 10 of bestseller lists every year, but the Switch is far too weak to carry them well.If Nintendo makes the Switch 2 the best place to play these titles and other major free-to-play titles like fortniteso it could become the most important piece of gaming hardware of this century.
Much of the Switch’s early success can be attributed to Breath of the Wild As a launch title, and for Nintendo, the best-case scenario would be a game with a similar element of surprise.Nintendo officials Zippo claimed in August It’s a “new major” Mario “Title” is currently under development for the next system using Unreal Engine 4. It definitely fits the requirements.
When Nintendo allegedly allowed developers to test the next-gen Switch at Gamescom, the new hardware reportedly Appears upgraded Breath of the Wild demo. These demos bring up an interesting perspective: What if Nintendo remastered his Switch’s biggest hits?
![Wario grins during a race in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.](https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fit,q_60,w_645/ ddf426ec54fb974768d410656ba7ba3f.jpg)
9 years since its release, mario kart 8 was 11th best-selling video game It will be available on all platforms in 2022. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Despite celebrating its 5th anniversary in just a few weeks, it still made it into the top 20. Both titles are still priced at $59.99 and are in high demand. These multiplayer games are so exhaustive, with dozens of characters and maps, that it’s hard to imagine Nintendo making a true sequel anytime soon.
A series of high-fidelity remasters will be more than enough to convince many gamers to invest in an improved version. nintendo switch online It’s very similar to Xbox Game Pass. mario kart 8 and super mario galaxy As part of a package deal. Even if you had to own the Switch versions of these games to unlock next-gen upgrades, that would be a huge selling point.
So when will the powerful Nintendo Switch 2 finally arrive in our hands?
Perhaps Nintendo doesn’t want to announce anything before the 2023 holiday season. Otherwise, sales of the first Switch may decrease. If I had to make an educated guess, it would mean the next product will be announced in early 2024. release date Later this year.