The main advantage of Nintendo Switch 2 over its predecessor is its improved hardware, so it’s nice that so many developers, Nintendo included, are taking advantage of it to boost Switch 1 titles. Today’s Nintendo Direct may have announced huge new games, like Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, but we also got smaller improvements to some exciting games from the Switch 1’s lineup. From Stardew Valley to Hades II, here’s every Switch 2 version we learned about today.
Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2
Nintendo is re-releasing Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Switch, adding “improved UI” and the ability to alternate between motion and button controls. The Switch 2 versions, however, will include a free update that allows each game to run in 4K resolution.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park
This upgraded Switch 2 version of one of our favorite games of 2023 adds Bellabel Park, a new area where you can experience a slew of attractions to cooperate or compete with your fellow players. The trailer also teased some other improvements and content, though we’ll have to wait a bit longer to learn what those are. Bellabel Park drops next spring.
Stardew Valley
One of the biggest indie games of all time is getting an upgrade on Nintendo’s newest console. In addition to mouse controls, which will make some tasks like decorating and inventory management slightly more convenient, it’s getting support for new multiplayer options. Stardew Valley on Switch 2 will support four-player split screen, eight-player online play, and GameShare, the Switch 2 feature that allows you to play with another console, even if they don’t have the game. Best of all, this update is completely free.
Overcooked! 2
The goofy kitchen sim that will make you question your closest relationships is getting some performance boosts on Switch 2. You’ll be able to play in 4K at 60 fps, and it’ll also include GameShare as well as Camera Play, meaning you can watch the light drain from your companions’ eyes as they realize they burned another pizza and let everyone down. Exciting! The Switch 2 version will also add an exclusive playable chef: Platinum Platypus.
One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4
Today’s 15-second trailer for One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 only clarified that the Switch 2 version of the game will fit more enemies on the screen at once. It’s not super clear what other upgrades are coming to this new version, but a press release has clarified it will be available as a free download for owners of the Switch 1 version this fall.
Hades II
It’s not news that this game is getting a Switch 2 edition – we knew that from the console’s first reveal – but today we learned the exact improvements. The Switch 2 version of the game will be able to run at 4K resolution with 120 fps while docked and at 1080p resolution with 60 fps in handheld mode. Both the Switch 1 and 2 versions are out digitally in just a few weeks on September 25.
Which of these upgrades will you be checking out? Let us know in the comments!
This post highlights some exciting updates for the Switch 2! The enhanced hardware and new game features sound promising, especially the free Stardew Valley update and Hades 2 at 120 FPS. It’s great to see Nintendo continuing to innovate and enhance the gaming experience.
Absolutely! The improved hardware really opens the door for better graphics and smoother gameplay, which is especially exciting for games like Hades 2. It’ll be interesting to see how developers take advantage of these advancements!
I completely agree! The better hardware not only enhances graphics but also allows for more complex game mechanics. It’s exciting to think about how this could impact future titles and gameplay experiences on the Switch 2.
game mechanics and larger game worlds. It’s exciting to think about how this could lead to innovative gameplay experiences in titles like Hades 2. The potential for increased immersion really opens up new possibilities for developers!
Absolutely! The enhanced hardware could also mean better AI and more complex interactions within games. It’ll be interesting to see how developers leverage this technology to create even richer gaming experiences!
That’s a great point! With the improved hardware, we might also see more immersive worlds and richer storytelling, especially in games that rely heavily on narrative depth. It will be exciting to see how developers take advantage of these upgrades!
Absolutely! The enhanced graphics capabilities could lead to not just more immersive worlds, but also better AI and dynamic environments in games. It’ll be exciting to see how developers take advantage of the Switch 2’s potential!
Absolutely! The enhanced graphics capabilities could lead to not just more immersive worlds, but also smoother gameplay mechanics. It’s exciting to think about how this could benefit not just action games, but also strategy and simulation titles, making them even more engaging.
Absolutely! The enhanced graphics capabilities could lead to not just more immersive worlds, but also better performance in multiplayer experiences. It’s exciting to think about how this could impact games like Splatoon and Mario Kart, making them even more enjoyable with smoother gameplay.
Absolutely! The enhanced graphics capabilities could lead to not just more immersive worlds, but also smoother gameplay experiences, which is especially exciting for fast-paced games like Hades 2. It’s great to see how the Switch 2 is set to elevate both visuals and performance!
That’s a great point! The improved hardware could also enable developers to create more complex gameplay mechanics, which would really elevate the overall gaming experience. I’m excited to see how existing games adapt to take advantage of the Switch 2’s capabilities!
Absolutely! With the enhanced hardware, we might see not only more complex games but also richer graphics and smoother gameplay experiences. It’ll be interesting to see how this impacts indie developers as well, potentially allowing them to push creative boundaries even further!