There are a few days left for the anticipated Nintendo Direct from Switch 2 . Marked for April 2, the event promises to detail the new generation of the hybrid console that has won millions of players worldwide.
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The expectation is huge. Since the announcement of Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, confirming the existence of the Switch successor, the gamer community does not talk about anything else . Rumors, leaks and analyzes circulate through the networks, but there is still a lot of mystery in the air.
This article brings together the main confirmed information , community desires and the largest fears surrounding Switch 2. Complete content for those who want to be on top of everything before Direct.
What we already know about Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has confirmed that Switch 2 will remain hybrid , supported by portable and table games. The look was updated, with larger body and bolder design. The logo also changed, marking the first time the company uses a sequential numbering on its consoles.
The company has ensured that Switch 2 will be backwards , but with caveats. Not all titles in the first console will work automatically, which raises doubts about the extent of this compatibility.
Nintendo Switch Subscription Service on the new console. It is speculated that it will support games from other platforms, such as GameCube and Nintendo DS, but the company has not yet confirmed.
What we want to see at Nintendo Switch 2
The expectation is a jump of performance. Rumors indicate a 120Hz LCD screen , supported by technologies such as VRR (variable update rate) and HDR (more contrast and brightness images). These improvements can put switch 2 on an equal footing with competitors.
Nintendo is known for betting on bold ideas. Among the highlights is the rumor that Joy-Cons can function as a mouse . This function can expand the usability of the console and open new possibilities for developers.
Fans ask for the inclusion of customizable themes for the console's home screen, something common on other platforms. Visual customization is an old and simple request to implement, but it would make a difference to many players.
With increasingly popular multiplayer games, the absence of an integrated voice chat becomes a weakness. The community wants a practical solution without depending on external apps on the mobile phone. The current process of sharing images and videos is bureaucratic. new more direct system is expected , with integration to platforms such as Twitch and X (former Twitter), as well as the possibility of making direct console .
The absence of Netflix, Disney+ and other streaming services was criticized on the original switch. Even with these apps available on other devices, their presence on the new console would convenience to the user. Thus, with the launch of Switch 2, players expect the return of series such as F-Zero , Star Fox , Golden Sun and Kid Icarus . The new generation can be the perfect opportunity to relive these sagas.
What we fear with the arrival of Switch 2
The biggest concern is the price of switch 2 in Brazil . With the unstable economy and the volatile dollar, the console can hit the market with inaccessible values for most gamers . In addition, there is a fear that the games will be even more expensive , repeating the increase we saw in the first -rate titles of the original switch.
Anxiety for the new console can become disappointment. If Switch 2 delivers few real innovations and focusing only on technical improvements, part of the community may feel frustrated. Comparison with the legendary success of the first model will be inevitable. Nintendo ensures that the launch will be global, but high demand can cause scarcity . However, the company's history during the pandemic and the success of the first switch raises doubts about the ability to serve the market at launch .
Can switch 2 repeat (or even overcome) the success of the predecessor?
revelation is getting closer and closer . With the promise of backwards , new functions , better performance and possible innovation in gameplay , the console can keep the Nintendo among the big industry.
But success will depend on key factors: competitive price, striking differentials and a well-executed release. The April 2 Direct will be decisive to know if Big N will only repeat the formula-or reinvent it one more time.
