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Nintendo's Switch 2: How It Defied the Odds and Set Records

2025-07-18

Author: Amelia

Nintendo's Switch was a groundbreaking success, but now its successor, the Switch 2, had some serious expectations to meet.

Launched last month at $450—$150 more than the original Switch—some gamers are grumbling about the price hikes, especially since the upgrades seem modest at best. Sure, the Switch 2 has better graphics and performance, but it essentially mirrors its predecessor, leaving many to wonder if it’s worth the steep price.

Critics voiced concerns about Nintendo's pricing strategy, with fears the Switch 2 could fail like the Wii U. Could the gaming giant really be playing it too safe? That was the narrative, but the reality told a different story.

A Surprising Turnaround