Bigger screen, magnetic controllers, and 4K docked play make this the Switch we always wanted.
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8.5
KADS SCORE
Quick Take
The Switch 2, released June 2025, is everything fans asked for: bigger, faster, sharper, and still fully hybrid. The $50 price increase to $499.99 and $80 games are real downsides. But the hardware itself is excellent, and backward compatibility protects your existing library.
What We Like
- 7.9 inch 1080p HDR screen with 120Hz refresh
- Magnetic Joy Con 2 controllers snap on securely
- 4K output when docked to a TV
- Backward compatible with original Switch games
- Mouse mode adds precise control for shooters and strategy
What We Don’t Like
- $50 price hike over the original $449.99 MSRP stings
- New games now cost up to $80
- Battery lasts 2 to 6.5 hours depending on the game
- LCD screen instead of OLED
Product Details
Full Review
Quality
The Switch 2 feels like a proper grown up revision: a larger chassis with slimmer bezels, satisfying magnetic controller attachment, and a sturdy kickstand. The 1080p HDR display is a huge leap over the original’s panel, with smoother motion at 120Hz. Docked 4K output finally lets Nintendo games shine on big TVs.
Value
At $499.99 after the September 2026 price increase, the Switch 2 is no longer the budget console it launched as. Still, it undercuts building a gaming PC or buying a PS5 Pro, and the hybrid design remains unique. Factor in $80 first party games when budgeting.
Who Should Buy It
Buy it if you love Nintendo exclusives, play handheld often, or game as a family.
Who Should Skip It
Skip it if you rarely play Nintendo titles or balk at $80 games.
FINAL VERDICT
The Switch 2 earns an 8.5: superb hardware and the best Nintendo exclusives, dimmed by rising prices. If you skipped the original or your launch Switch is aging, this is a worthy upgrade.
8.5 / 10
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