Nintendo Switch 2: Which Games Won’t Make the Cut?

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In the midst of whispers and sneak peeks about its upcoming console and game lineup, Nintendo formally unveiled the successor to the Nintendo Switch, aptly named the Nintendo Switch Pro, on January 16. A short two-minute teaser revealed some key specifications for the Nintendo Switch Pro, such as an approximately eight-inch LCD screen, larger than the standard Switch by a couple of inches, and Joy-Cons that are slightly taller than the regular Switch’s. The trailer ended with a promise that the console will be compatible with both Nintendo Switch 2 and original Switch games, except for a select number of titles. From these limited disclosures, we can make educated guesses about which games might not run on the Nintendo Switch Pro.

Nintendo Switch Games and Accessories That May Be Incompatible With The Switch 2

Let’s Go Eevee! and Pikachu!, the Poke Ball Plus can be used as an alternate Joy-Con. This Poke Ball-shaped controller allows players to mimic throwing Poke Balls to capture Pokémon in Let’s Go and lights up near a Poke Stop or Pokemon in Pokemon GO. However, this Poke Ball is only compatible with the Let’s Go games, and potential software issues may make it challenging to connect to the future Nintendo Switch 2.

It’s possible that the Nintendo Switch 2 might not support the game “Ring Fit Adventure” entirely. This unique fitness-based game comes with two accessories: the Ring-Con and a leg strap, both designed to house Joy-Cons for the game to register the player’s movements during various exercises. However, there might be compatibility issues since the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons could potentially be too large to fit into the leg strap and especially the Ring-Con. The Ring-Con requires the right Joy-Con to be inserted into it, which may not align with the larger size and magnetic pin connection of the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons, rendering “Ring Fit Adventure” unplayable on the new console.

Issues With Nintendo Labo On The Nintendo Switch 2

In the year 2018, Nintendo unveiled one of its most original and experimental games yet, titled Nintendo Labo, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch console. The game’s motto, Make, Play, Discover, reflected its focus on utilizing the Switch’s distinctive hardware in conjunction with cardboard’s seemingly endless crafting potential. A series of kits were launched to guide players in creating external gadgets from cardboard that could be used to play an array of distinct games, like fishing, playing a piano, VR experiences, and battling as a colossal robot. The intricate designs of these cardboard creations were specifically tailored for the Switch’s screen and Joy-Con dimensions, which poses a challenge for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, as its hardware may not be compatible with Labo’s cardboard kits.

Possible Fixes for Unusual Switch Games on Nintendo Switch 2

When the Nintendo Switch 2 initially launches, it might not support devices like the Poke Ball Plus, Ring Fit Adventure, and Nintendo Labo. However, Nintendo has several strategies to resolve these incompatibilities. For instance, if the Poke Ball Plus fails to link with the Switch 2, Nintendo could introduce an upgraded version of the controller specifically designed for the new console or unveil a revised model alongside rumored Johto sequels to Pokemon: Let’s Go. Additionally, they could offer larger Ring-Cons to accommodate existing Ring Fit players or develop a follow-up to Ring Fit Adventure for the Switch 2. Given that Ring Fit Adventure has sold over 15 million copies globally since 2019, there’s a substantial market for fitness-centric Switch games.

The existing gameplay mechanics and DIY cardboard kits from Nintendo Labo may not transition seamlessly to the Nintendo Switch 2, unlike games such as Poke Ball or Ring Fit Adventure. Instead, Nintendo might consider launching a Nintendo Labo 2 or a successor to Nintendo Labo tailored for the new console. Despite not selling as robustly as Ring Fit Adventure (which surpassed 1.3 million copies of its Variety Kit by 2020), Nintendo Labo garnered critical acclaim for its creativity and received notable awards, like the 2019 Games for Change Game of the Year Award. A potential Nintendo Labo 2 for the Nintendo Switch 2 could capitalize on the original’s strengths and weaknesses while upholding Nintendo’s tradition of creating innovative, imaginative video games.

So far, only one Nintendo game has been unveiled for the rumored Nintendo Switch 2. This is a fresh, yet-to-be-titled edition of the popular series, Mario Kart.

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2025-01-18 21:33