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Switch 2 will be 'affordable' but is it really?
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James Sawyer Ford
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I walk into any Nintendo purchase knowing it's going to be objectively a bad deal, especially as someone that does not care about the handheld component. The hardware will be extremely overpriced and weaker than 10 year tech. And, if you already own other platforms, it's the worst place to play anything non-Nintendo by default, so there's no utility for the system and having third party games. You're only playing it for Nintendo exclusives. And unfortunately Nintendo exclusives have been less impressive to me compared to previous generations, a few standouts for sure, but most of their library I really do not care for at all.
So yes, I don't think that fits the criteria of "affordable" or a "good value" for me personally. More like "enthusiast tax to gain access to Nintendo games"
So yes, I don't think that fits the criteria of "affordable" or a "good value" for me personally. More like "enthusiast tax to gain access to Nintendo games"
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blacktout
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ShadyAcshuns
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$399 seems like a good price. I paid $700 for Switch close to launch, from Gamestop with their "bundle" scalping.
Ritsumei2020
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Its not going to be dirty cheap for sure but less expensive that a new PS5, Steam Deck, a desktop or laptop PC, Xbox series X and maybe S.
In other words, its going to cost a significant amount of money, probably around 40K or 50K yen, or so. Will it be worth it?
Maybe, depending on the games. I know I will get one at some point, probably for the next Zelda, or Xenoblade, or Fire Emblem, whichever comes first.
The thing with the Switch is that it has so many games that you are bound to find something on it that you want, and the ease of playing in bed or wherever is also a plus.
So, it wont be super cheap, but at the end of the day if you values some games and you value portability, then it may be worth it.
If you don't care about Nintendo games or portability, maybe not.
In other words, its going to cost a significant amount of money, probably around 40K or 50K yen, or so. Will it be worth it?
Maybe, depending on the games. I know I will get one at some point, probably for the next Zelda, or Xenoblade, or Fire Emblem, whichever comes first.
The thing with the Switch is that it has so many games that you are bound to find something on it that you want, and the ease of playing in bed or wherever is also a plus.
So, it wont be super cheap, but at the end of the day if you values some games and you value portability, then it may be worth it.
If you don't care about Nintendo games or portability, maybe not.
James Sawyer Ford
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If the base model is $450 this won’t be true
Ritsumei2020
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How much is a PS5 where you live?
James Sawyer Ford
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$450
Ritsumei2020
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Ok so basically if the Switch 2 cost the same as a PS5, which one would be the better value? I didn't buy a PS5 because the games I wanted to play (Elden Ring, SF6, RE4R, ect.) I can play them on my PS4, so I didn't really feel the need to buy one yet.
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Ritsumei2020
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Get a job
DaleinCalgary
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If it comes with a LCD screen it's too expensive.
Boss Mog
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So you didn't buy a PS5 because the games you wanted had PS4 versions? You do realize those games look and run better on PS5. Your reasoning is like a PC gamer saying he doesn't need a new GPU cause his 9 year-old GTX 1080 can still run the games of today (with low res and framerate).
PS5 offers more value since it's more powerful than the Switch 2 and the same games will run better on it and be cheaper too. The Switch 2 advantage is the portability factor out of the box.
James Sawyer Ford
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Depends on a lot of factors. There may not be any exclusives you want on switch 2 either
Boss Mog
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It's not about being able to afford it or not, It's about not wanting to buy overpriced junk. I gladly bought a PS5 Pro and am enjoying it. Switch is complete junk hardware wise, it was already obsolete tech when it launched. You can find cheap Chinese smartphones today for under 100 bucks that will outperform it handily.
Rawbutt Jellybean
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If you're unimpressed with the PS5 so far then Switch 2 is a no brainer. You're going to be set for like the next 8 years instead of buying a PS5 and hoping you find enough in the last couple years before the PS6.
Ritsumei2020
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Yes you’re right, I am happy with my PS4 (pro) and a 1080p screen and I dont care about 4K or whatever.
But if you do care about all that, apparently the Switch 2 can play Switch 1 games, they could run at better resolution/framerate too (not sure though).
Vaquilla
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Depends on what you want and expect out of it.
I spent $470 AUD on my Switch 1, and it's provided me with going on 8 years of entertainment and many amazing gaming experiences, so it was a very worthwhile investment.
Switch 2 will likely become my primary system for the next 7-8 years, and assuming it accumulates a comparable library to its predecessor, it will also likely be well worth the cost of entry.
I spent $470 AUD on my Switch 1, and it's provided me with going on 8 years of entertainment and many amazing gaming experiences, so it was a very worthwhile investment.
Switch 2 will likely become my primary system for the next 7-8 years, and assuming it accumulates a comparable library to its predecessor, it will also likely be well worth the cost of entry.
Robb
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And that’s exactly what they mean when they say that.
Having an affordable base unit to then sell you various peripherals and games with a much higher margin is the point.
BlackTron
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Don't forget the cost of the food to burn the calories while playing the game.
When you think about it, he was being a blatant liar that Switch 2 is affordable. In fact it's apparent all game CEOs are samey. Phil Spencer doesn't even seem that bad anymore, among his peers.
Panajev2001a
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They did not say it will be affordable, but that they will keep affordability in consideration
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Quezacolt
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Sorry, but... what?
Ofc they mean the consoles itself will be affordable, and ofc if you buy extra stuff you end up spending more, that always happened with every console.
There isn't a single console i ever bought where i didnt also spend money on a game for it right away.
Bonfires Down
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If you use it to play a wide variety of games: good value
If you use it to play a handful of first party games: insanely overpriced
I’m in the second camp.
If you use it to play a handful of first party games: insanely overpriced
I’m in the second camp.
DeltaPolarBear
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Since it is the only legal way to play those games, it is only overpriced if you don't think the games are worth playing. Nintendo rightly sees that people seem to be happy to pay for them for its entire history.
BlackTron
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There are over 70 million-selling first party games on Switch, how many of them are you buying while completely leaving Playstation games out of the calculation?
belmarduk
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Doubtful. Those new tariffs on Chinese goods are really going to drive the cost up. Most all Switch consoles were made in China.
cireza
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Hunter 99
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Thanks for your responses GAF, some good thoughts here.
I think affordability is different for every person.
But for the mums dads uncles ect getting one for Christmas when you add extra gamepads and a probalbly £60 game or 2 and maybe a accessories packect yes it's cheaper than a ps5 or xbox but your still going into £500+ territtory which might be deemed as expensive for the average joe. Some parents might say it would be a Christmas and Birthday present.
I think affordability is different for every person.
But for the mums dads uncles ect getting one for Christmas when you add extra gamepads and a probalbly £60 game or 2 and maybe a accessories packect yes it's cheaper than a ps5 or xbox but your still going into £500+ territtory which might be deemed as expensive for the average joe. Some parents might say it would be a Christmas and Birthday present.
Horseganador
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Nintendo has cut corners on the manufacturing process, screen, etc... to keep costs low, it should be around $399-$449, using an LCD screen is absurd, you buy a new Switch 2 and the screen looks worse than your OLED Switch that you bought years ago.
BlackTron
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GoldenEye98
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I think if Nintendo wants Switch 1 sales trajectory then it has to be $350.
You are not getting Switch 1 sales at $450 imo...
You are not getting Switch 1 sales at $450 imo...
Rawbutt Jellybean
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Not like you're buying the console and extra controllers every year. Kids are smart enough to know if they're getting a new console they're probably not getting much else that year as well.
Plus these days, people with small kids are often gamers themselves. So they approach it as a family gift.
Robb
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Just accounting for inflation alone £280 in 2017 is equivalent to roughly £370 today..
It’s going to be fun to see the disappointments when Nintendo reveals the price of this thing.
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Ellery
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Hudo
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Stop being poor.
IDKFA
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Maybe, but that's not a guarantee.
For example, the PS3 launch price in the UK was £425, but the PS4 launch price was £349.
I'm not suggesting the Switch 2 will be cheaper than the Switch, but there are lots of factors that determine the cost of a console rather than just inflation.
Robb
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I agree, but Sony also has a vastly different strategy and initially sell their hardware at a loss.
Nintendo is going to be profiting on each unit sold of this thing from day 1.
Robb
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That’d be very cool, I love Star Successor. Make a third and bring over remasters/remakes of the first and second game.
