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Switch 2 Sales Are Strong, but the Debate Isn’t Over
Nintendo’s Switch 2 is selling fast, but complaints about battery life, pricing, and first-party releases are still dividing players.
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Just over a year after launch, the Nintendo Switch 2 is proving to be a commercial success while still splitting opinion among players.
According to TechRadar, the console has become the second-fastest selling console in recorded US history and has already produced notable hits including Pokémon Pokopia and Donkey Kong Bananza, a 2025 Game of the Year nominee. Even so, the reception has been mixed.
Criticism has centered on battery life and performance, along with a lineup some fans see as lacking major first-party releases. TechRadar points to the absence of a brand-new 3D Mario and a new Legend of Zelda entry, rather than a remake, as recurring complaints. The site also highlights a somewhat uneven 2026 release schedule, high software prices, and planned console price increases as reasons some buyers remain unconvinced.
Still, TechRadar senior reviews writer Harry argues the hardware has had a strong first year. He praises multiplayer games such as Mario Kart World and Kirby Air Riders, alongside single-player titles including Donkey Kong Bananza and Pokémon Pokopia. He also says third-party support has been healthy.
On hardware, the positives he cites include a 1080p 120fps handheld display, 4K output in docked mode, more comfortable Joy Con 2 controllers, and unexpectedly good virtual surround sound. But he also flags pricing as a problem, noting that a physical copy of Mario Kart World costs $79.99 / £74.99 / AU$119.95, which he describes as excessive even by current standards.
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The piece is ultimately a call for reader feedback, with TechRadar asking whether the Switch 2 is a hit or a flop.
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