The Nintendo Switch 2 Thread

[Mchart]

Got mine in today and set it up and its been good so far after transferring everything over from the OLED. Annoyingly my daughter has been playing Animal Crossing on it lately, so I had to immediately transfer her data back to the OLED with the AC data transfer app because it doesn't support cloud saves with NSO. Which is also throwing a wrench into my account/service, because she's been playing on my profile instead of hers on the OLED and if she's playing it at the same time as I try to play ANY game while connected online, one of us gets booted off the game. I would just get here a physical copy of the game, but that doesn't solve the online prob of her wanting to use the online features of the game that her child account doesn't have. I am actually subbed to the NSO family plan too, but all of my spots are already full, so I would have to boot someone off.

So I figured I'd just play TotK offline while she is playing AC, but you know what it did..? Since I only have the S2 Zelda upgrades "free" through NSO w/ expansion pack, it has to validate I own the game upon every boot, so I can't play it offline! Dafuq.. It actually did let me play, but booted into the S1 version of the game capped at 30 FPS, lol.

I thought maybe it was because my Switch 2 isn't the primary system on the account, as it worked before the new virtual game card system came out. But I don't see any options for that in my account settings now in the eShop. Googling it now, it seems I have to de-register my OLED in order to force the S2 to be the primary. That better work.. I'll try later when she's not playing it, but this DRM shit is insane.

It’s animal crossing that screws it up. They make the save system for that game super hardcore for really no good reason.

 

[Newbie_52]

fyi, walmart has switch 2 in stock right now online, not sure how long it will last

*edit - gone, except for the scalped ones

 

[Mchart]

If you want one GameStop is your best bet since scalpers have a harder time returning product to them. Even in a big metro area they’ve had stock since Thursday. By late next week the supply will be pretty steady I think in store. Online might still be a while, but if you want one you should be able to get one at this point.

 

[Newbie_52]

i was somehow able to snag one from walmart online, not sure if it was a mistake as now they are listed for walmart+ members only (except for 3rd party ones). as for gamestop, they are now all out around me in 75 mile radius according to popfindr.com. i think most stores around major cities seem to be out, or at least the few i checked for fun.

 

[Slade]

As of Sunday, walmart and best buy finally have no stock according to online. I was just at walmart yesterday grocery shopping so unsure if true or not. Gamestop stores all over town have in store stock according to online, with a few much farther than me having limited stock.

Nintendo has done a good job with stock levels and availability. I also got my nintendo online email AND amazon email indicating I can buy and got 1 of them. The local scalping scene is pretty desperate at the moment with the local facebook just trying to net $20 or cost now. A few new posts indicating 25% markups but those were around day 1 and dropped quickly with the local stock being so available. I picked my amazon allocation as even if I pick free shipping, the warehouse is 10 min drive and I usually get next day.

 

[Domingo]

Just curious - anybody have a Switch 2 case that they're especially happy with? Just looking for something to protect this thing in the event that I do end up lugging it on a long flight.

 

[KickAssCop]

Just curious - anybody have a Switch 2 case that they're especially happy with? Just looking for something to protect this thing in the event that I do end up lugging it on a long flight.

I have a gamertek case. I have had these for switch 1 as well. Serviceable, cheap and has space for quite a few games and minor accessories (like USB C cable).

 

[Domingo]

I have a gamertek case. I have had these for switch 1 as well. Serviceable, cheap and has space for quite a few games and minor accessories (like USB C cable).

That works. I had a large'ish Switch 1 case that would hold an AC adapter since USB-C wasn't so common back then. With this thing, I really just need room for 1-2 USB-C cables.

 

[KickAssCop]

That works. I had a large'ish Switch 1 case that would hold an AC adapter since USB-C wasn't so common back then. With this thing, I really just need room for 1-2 USB-C cables.

You can just type switch 2 case on amazon and get like 30 different options in all shapes and sizes and what you want to spend from 15-50$. My gamertek is I think about 23 bucks in UAE.

 

[Slade]

I checked out the cases at GameStop at lunch and the Biogenik brand most stores have would just hold the case console and a game case and a cord and some extra joycons. I think the space was too tight to hold the AC adapter without it pressing on the console. I picked up the swith minecraft case for my son as I'm passing my switch to him and he's a fan.

GameStop says Nintendo has been regularly shipping them stock so anyone wanting one doesn't have to resort to scalpers, just be patient and stores should restock soon. I saw 4 on in the cabinet behind the counter.

The botw case I used before has the height, but not the width to hold the switch 2. I can disconnect a joycon and it'll work for now until I find a case I like for the S2.

 

[Domingo]

Since USB-C is so ever-present these days, I don't think I'll need to lug around an AC adapter anymore. I figure a C-to-C and a C-to-A cable should cover my bases 99% of the time. I lug around a power adapter for my phone/earbuds in my luggage should I ever end up in a scenario where a plug is essential.
This thing seems pretty ideal, although it seems priced higher than it probably should be: https://www.amazon.com/CoBak-Carrying-Case-Nintendo-Switch-Console/dp/B0DJ2W38WK?th=1
I think I'm probably going to poke my head into Best Buy and maybe Target just so I can get a better look. Ideally I want the smallest case possible that'll still hold 2 cables. I'm assuming I could coil 'em up in those cases that hold games, but I'm not 100% certain.

 

[Nobu]

I got a hori soft case for my og Switch, it's pretty nice. Has space for everything except the base, and is a bit padded to prevent damage from small bumps. Survived in my backpack fine on the way out, and in my backpack in my luggage on the way back.

 

[Slade]

Need to double check your typical charging brick vs the switch 2 one. The power demand of a switch would outstrip my samsung fast charge mini blocks and plugged in was more of a batter extender rather than keeping it properly AC powered. I ended up carrying around a spare switch block when traveling instead of my normal phone block charger.

 

[T4rd]

Just curious - anybody have a Switch 2 case that they're especially happy with? Just looking for something to protect this thing in the event that I do end up lugging it on a long flight.

I watched a few vids on most available cases and went with dBrand's Killswitch case. I really like the cover you can just slap on the front for protection and also wanted grips because using the Joycons attached to it make my hands go numb after a while, just like with the previous Switch and I had to get grips for it as well. And also the dock adapter so I don't have to remove the case to dock it as well. Unfortunately it seems to be on backorder for now and I haven't got it yet, but will report back when I do.

 

[Slade]

The Belkin Charging case looks nice... just pricey.

 

[socK]

I watched a few vids on most available cases and went with dBrand's Killswitch case. I really like the cover you can just slap on the front for protection and also wanted grips because using the Joycons attached to it make my hands go numb after a while, just like with the previous Switch and I had to get grips for it as well. And also the dock adapter so I don't have to remove the case to dock it as well. Unfortunately it seems to be on backorder for now and I haven't got it yet, but will report back when I do.

Be careful with this

It seems to have severe issues and the joycons are falling off with this case

 

[T4rd]

Be careful with this

It seems to have severe issues and the joycons are falling off with this case

I saw, they've already responded and are likely revising it. Maybe why mine hasn't shipped yet. I saw another vid on how to fit it properly though so it's not an issue as well. I'm not too worried about it and am sure they'll make it right if need be given their reputation and price of the case.

 

[Armenius]

Be careful with this

It seems to have severe issues and the joycons are falling off with this case

Their reaction and explanation was textbook of how not to interact with customers, saying "nobody holds their Switch like that" and accusing people of just making videos to attack the company. The few times I have used my Switch in handheld mode I have never used my fingers to support the back of the console. They later apologized, but it still sounded like they were blaming customers for the issue.

https://www.videogameschronicle.com...s-to-claims-its-killswitch-detaches-joy-cons/

https://www.videogameschronicle.com...ularly-terrible-response-to-detaching-claims/

Not a company I would do business with again.

 

[yinzerniner]

Their reaction and explanation was textbook of how not to interact with customers, saying "nobody holds their Switch like that" and accusing people of just making videos to attack the company. The few times I have used my Switch in handheld mode I have never used my fingers to support the back of the console. They later apologized, but it still sounded like they were blaming customers for the issue.

https://www.videogameschronicle.com...s-to-claims-its-killswitch-detaches-joy-cons/

https://www.videogameschronicle.com...ularly-terrible-response-to-detaching-claims/

Not a company I would do business with again.

I don’t know, the initial response was awful but at least they didn’t double down when provided with direct evidence and a mountain of justifiable rancor.

There are plenty of companies that go full on retaliatory mode (*cough* Nvidia) or worse yet basically hold broken items hostage (looking at you Asus) and would never admit fault. Is that also a company you’d be willing to swear off, or is it only non-essential accessory brands?

Not looking to excuse Dbrand, but just wanted to see if the principle of moral divestment over poor initial customer service was universal or only circumstantial.

 

[Comixbooks]

Finally scoped some I'm definitely waiting for the Oled version and some exclusives everything I want to play is on the original Switch. 499.00 was the price I suspect these will be sold before the 4th.

 

[SeymourGore]

Got my invite from Nintendo to purchase a Switch 2 + Super Mario Kart World bundle directly from them (have until the 30th to make the purchase.)

 

[Comixbooks]

Guy in electronics said they were all sold out in the morning.

 

[bizzmeister]

They arent really that hard to find anymore around here in SoCal.

 

[KickAssCop]

I am not buying another switch.

 

[Mchart]

I am not buying another switch.

I wasn’t, but the new donkey Kong game looks really good. Basically the new 3d Mario game.

 

[KickAssCop]

I wasn’t, but the new donkey Kong game looks really good. Basically the new 3d Mario game.

Yes my son wants it so I will get it day 1. However, as a principle I really didn't like how Nintendo botched the new Switch 2 with a sub par screen and increased price massively.

 

[Domingo]

With Mario Kart World already heading toward my rearview mirror, I probably won't mess with with my Switch 2 much until Duskbloods comes out. I guess it's also good when friends come over (Mario Party and such) or if I have a flight over an ocean, but that's it. Hopefully they'll end up patching Mario Kart World with some additional content sooner than later.

 

[GoldenTiger]

With Mario Kart World already heading toward my rearview mirror, I probably won't mess with with my Switch 2 much until Duskbloods comes out. I guess it's also good when friends come over (Mario Party and such) or if I have a flight over an ocean, but that's it. Hopefully they'll end up patching Mario Kart World with some additional content sooner than later.

I've barely even touched Mario kart yet. Is the multiplayer really that bad? That's where I figure I'll spend most of my time with it anyway.

I wasn’t, but the new donkey Kong game looks really good. Basically the new 3d Mario game.

Yeah, I'm liking how that looks! Catching up on some switch 1 games still since I never owner one. I snagged Zelda link's awakening, Mario 3d world, and Mario odyssey for $40 each digitally.

 

[Domingo]

I've barely even touched Mario kart yet. Is the multiplayer really that bad? That's where I figure I'll spend most of my time with it anyway.

It's more of the same from MK8 for the most part, although even more chaotic. You're either near the front and praying that you can stay there...or you're getting pummeled by artillery from 4th place all the way to 24th. Since the CPU players get the full range of powerups, you're just getting hit from all angles until you can (hopefully) mushroom your way out of there and repeat the process. It's fun for shits and gigs, but it's tough to have any level of consistency online. Face to face you can play with modifiers and "house rules" to keep things a little more fair, but online is a different animal.

 

[GoldenTiger]

It's more of the same from MK8 for the most part, although even more chaotic. You're either near the front and praying that you can stay there...or you're getting pummeled by artillery from 4th place all the way to 24th. Since the CPU players get the full range of powerups, you're just getting hit from all angles until you can (hopefully) mushroom your way out of there and repeat the process. It's fun for shits and gigs, but it's tough to have any level of consistency online. Face to face you can play with modifiers and "house rules" to keep things a little more fair, but online is a different animal.

The last Mario kart I played was mk64. I had no idea . EDIT: I bought mk8 for the wii u but never opened it.

 

[Domingo]

The last Mario kart I played was mk64. I had no idea . EDIT: I bought mk8 for the wii u but never opened it.

That's the one I played the most, but it was busted in a lot of ways, too. Still, I love that one. One of the main things that made the older games less chaotic is that the CPU racers couldn't use all of the items...shells included. That allowed players to use the CPU characters as a buffer and it kept things from being as insane in the back. Now you have 23 other racers (including other real-life players) unleashing pure chaos any time they aren't in first place. It adds an element of Mario Party to things. All the skill mechanics and shortcuts in the world can't protect you from it.

 

[GoldenTiger]

That's the one I played the most, but it was busted in a lot of ways, too. Still, I love that one. One of the main things that made the older games less chaotic is that the CPU racers couldn't use all of the items...shells included. That allowed players to use the CPU characters as a buffer and it kept things from being as insane in the back. Now you have 23 other racers (including other real-life players) unleashing pure chaos any time they aren't in first place. It adds an element of Mario Party to things. All the skill mechanics and shortcuts in the world can't protect you from it.

Bleh, sounds like I'll get a lot less mileage out of it. Thanks for all the info!

 

[qwertyaas]

Pre-ordered but didn't open it yet. Ended up getting it originally just because how hard releases started getting. Kids didn't seem that interested since they barely ever touched our regular switch.

Ended up returning it since nothing really strikes me as a must play. Played BOTW in 4k, won't play TOTK again and while Mario Kart seems fun, didn't seem worth $525 just for that.

We'll see if I get it down the line.

 

[T4rd]

DK Bonanza got a 10 from IGN, haven't watched any other reviews on it yet, including the DF tech review of it out now.

I still haven't played through Mario Odyssey, lol. I messed with it a little more on S2 since it was upgraded and think I'll chew on that and MK World for a while still. And wait for Bonanza to go on a $10 off sale in a few years to pick it up .

 

[Armenius]

DK Bonanza got a 10 from IGN, haven't watched any other reviews on it yet, including the DF tech review of it out now.

I still haven't played through Mario Odyssey, lol. I messed with it a little more on S2 since it was upgraded and think I'll chew on that and MK World for a while still. And wait for Bonanza to go on a $10 off sale in a few years to pick it up .

Famitsu gave it 38/40.

 

[pendragon1]

better, nothing is perfect.

 

[T4rd]

better, nothing is perfect.

IGN emphasizes that 10/10 doesn't mean perfect, hence the title "masterpiece" for the score. They had a couple small criticisms still, but not big enough to detract from what the game is delivering to subtract a point for.

 

[pendragon1]

IGN emphasizes that 10/10 doesn't mean perfect, hence the title "masterpiece" for the score. They had a couple small criticisms still, but not big enough to detract from what the game is delivering to subtract a point for.

shouldnt be 10/10 then.

 

[Domingo]

LOL this is a pretty constant debate in the world of booze. Can a beer/wine/spirit be a 10/10 with any flaws and is a perfect score so unachievable that all reviews should be capped at 9.5 and it's all opinions and blah blah blah. I don't think there's a right answer. What seems to matter is that anything, no matter the product category, should be really damn good if it's scoring above 90%.

 

[T4rd]

shouldnt be 10/10 then.

Maybe if they still did the decimal system, I'd agree. Because of it was and he gave it a 9.5 or higher, it rounds to a 10. It's a trade-off of not being on a more granular 100-point system like they used to be. So for their scale, I'd disagree. But many people, like you seemingly, take scores too literally or seriously. To me or serves the point that the game is definitely worth buying regardless.

Anyways, I just also got an email update from D-Brand on my KillSwitch case; they've updated the Joycon grips now to fix the magnet issue and also the dock sticking to the case so you can easily un-dock it now without holding the adapter down like people were reporting as well. But I'll have to wait until mid-August now for it to arrive.