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Nintendo Switch 2 Review: The Definitive Hybrid Evolution
Nintendo's successor delivers power, backward compatibility, and joy
Carlos Mendoza
Gaming Expert
12 min read
12/6/20254.7/ 5.0
Editor's Choice
Quick Summary
Nintendo's long-awaited successor delivers improved performance, backward compatibility, and new Joy-Con features.
What We Love
- Full backward compatibility
- Significant performance boost
- Improved Joy-Cons with magnetic attachment
Room for Improvement
- Higher price point
- Battery life similar to predecessor
Performance Leap
The Switch 2 finally brings meaningful power upgrades while maintaining Nintendo's hybrid magic.
Backward Compatibility
Play your entire Switch library with performance enhancements.
Joy-Con 2.0
Magnetic attachment, better haptics, and improved durability.
Value
Bundle deals make it compelling—current pricing reflects strong demand and features.
Detailed Analysis
Pros
- Full backward compatibility
- Significant performance boost
- Improved Joy-Cons with magnetic attachment
- Enhanced display and audio
- Strong launch lineup
Cons
- Higher price point
- Battery life similar to predecessor
Review Score
91
Overall Score
performance88/100
design92/100
features95/100
value85/100
games96/100
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Specifications
CPU/GPU:Custom NVIDIA Tegra (next-gen)
Display:8-inch LCD or OLED variant
Storage:128GB internal + expandable
Battery:Up to 9 hours