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The Nintendo Switch 2 is just around the corner, and fans are buzzing with excitement. After all, ith its predecessor selling nearly 140 million units, it makes sense that the expectations for this generation’s Switch are sky-high.
Now, if recent rumors are true about its price point, which puts it in stark contrast with the PS5 Pro, the Nintendo Switch 2 could well and truly become this generation’s must-have console.
Nintendo Switch 2’s $400 Price Point Could Be a Complete Game Changer
The latest rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2’s price come from moistycharlie, a Reddit user previously known for accurately predicting the PS5 Pro’s price and reveal date.
According to the leak, which came in the form of timed-Discord images, the Switch 2 will cost a mere $400. It’s a price point that feels like an absolute steal compared to the PS5 Pro’s eyebrow-watering $700.
Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: Nintendo and Sony are both trying very different things with their respective consoles. The Switch 2 is Nintendo’s first console this generation, while the PS5 Pro is a mid-gen upgrade.
The problem, however, is that Sony’s decision to set such a high price for a mid-gen upgrade without even including a disk tray or a stand has left many gamers scratching their heads and feeling utterly nickel and dimed.
The lack of substantial improvements, alongwith a lackluster first-party offeringcompared to the previous generation, make it hard to justify the Pro model’s price point.
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By comparison, Nintendo has always been known for delivering excellent first-party games, consistently drawing fans back to their consoles.
Titles likeTears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Odyssey,Bayonetta 3,Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and evenAnimal Crossinghave kept the Switch relevant long past its technological expiration date.
With its near-immaculate track record, Nintendo is unlikely to fail to offer good video games. Combining that with the Nintendo Switch 2’s competitive price, it feels like almost a guarantee that Nintendo will win this console generation by a considerable margin.
There Is Still a Lot That the Nintendo Switch 2 Can Do to Seal the Deal
So, what does Nintendo need to do to firmly secure its place at the top? First, availability is crucial. Ensuring the Switch 2 is widely accessible from the get-go and preventing scalpers from taking advantage of limited stock will be key.
Additionally, fans are expecting a strong launch lineup,including a foray into new genres, rumored first-party juggernauts like a new3D Mariogame, and enhanced versions of existing favorites.
Backward compatibility with Switch games is also a high priority for players, ensuring they can enjoy their existing library without a hitch.
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On the hardware front, bringing technology like hall-effect sensors, a considerably stronger CPU-GPU combination, and enough power to support up to 4k resolution will put it far ahead of its competition.
By delivering on these fronts, the Switch 2 could not only dominate this generation but potentially become the best-selling console of all time. Its combination of affordability, a strong game lineup, and community engagement is something both Xbox and PlayStation, it seems, unfortunately, will struggle to match for the foreseeable future.
But with that out of the way, what are your thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2? Are you looking forward to getting one? Let us know in the comments below.
Akshit Dangi
Writer - Gaming
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Akshit is a supposed human being and gaming writer who lurks in different corners of the internet in search of fascinating rabbit holes. Outside of that, though, you’ll most likely find him staring at a piece of art for days or completing another playthrough of Silent Hill.
