Dylan & Ashley break down all the details from the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, including price, games and more.
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- The Minecraft movie has become a surprising box office success despite mixed reviews.
- Nintendo's recent reveal of the Switch 2 has generated significant excitement and discussion.
- The Switch 2 aims to improve third-party support, which has been a challenge for Nintendo in the past.
- The presentation for the Switch 2 was well-received, highlighting key features like better graphics and performance.
- Joy-Con innovations include magnetic features and improved button designs for better gameplay.
- The addition of a camera and microphone in the Switch 2 raises questions about privacy and functionality.
- Pricing for the Switch 2 is higher than expected, reflecting market conditions and production costs.
- The political climate in the US is impacting pre-orders and pricing strategies for the Switch 2.
- The conversation highlights the competitive landscape of handheld gaming consoles.
- Overall, the discussion reflects a mix of optimism and skepticism about the future of Nintendo and its new console. PlayStation stock prices are stable but not expected to rise soon.
- Importing games from Japan can be cheaper than buying locally.
- Switch two pre-orders may see a decline due to price increases.
- Nintendo has prepared for the Switch 2 launch for a long time.
- The launch lineup includes several notable titles, but not all are original.
- Game sharing on the Switch 2 could change multiplayer dynamics.
- Digital games may be priced lower than physical copies.
- GameCube games will be exclusive to the Switch 2.
- The hosts express skepticism about the effectiveness of past games running better on new hardware.
- Mario Kart World is highlighted as a must-have title for the Switch 2.
Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
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- Music by: Dylan Blight
- Art by: Cherie Henriques
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