Our Take
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the follow-up to Nintendo's enormously popular hybrid console, playing games both on a TV and in handheld mode. This standalone version comes without a bundled game, making it the cheaper entry point. It targets existing Switch owners ready to upgrade and newcomers who want Nintendo's first-party exclusives on upgraded hardware.
Key Features
Larger LCD screen than the original Switch, housed in a redesigned, slightly bigger chassis
Revised magnetic Joy-Con controllers that click onto the console rather than sliding on
New "C button" on the right Joy-Con for Nintendo's GameChat social features
Backwards compatible with the vast majority of physical and digital Nintendo Switch game library
Supports 4K output when docked to a TV (1080p in handheld mode)
USB-C charging retained, with an updated dock included in the box
Our Verdict
Buy it if you're a lapsed or current Switch owner wanting noticeably better performance and access to upcoming Nintendo exclusives. If you're price-conscious or happy with your existing Switch library, waiting for a stronger software lineup or a bundle deal makes more sense.