NPC: Next Portable Console Nintendo Switch 2: Unpacking the Direct
This week, Federico, John, and Brendon Bigley dive into Nintendo’s reveal of the Switch 2, analyzing the technical specifications, Mouse Control, the camera accessory, the new Pro Controller, Game Share, Nintendo’s strategy shift, and more.
Programming Note: We’re releasing this episode early while the Switch 2 news is still fresh. Therefore, there will be no episode on April 8th. Instead, we’ll be back on April 15th.
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Links and Show Notes
Nintendo Switch 2
- Nintendo Switch 2 – Technical Specs
- Switch 2 is powered by a “custom processor made by Nvidia.”
- Game Key Cards
- New Pro controller
- The Pro Controller grips are based on the GameCube controller
- Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 5 at $449.99, Bringing New Forms of Game Communication to Life
- Nintendo’s Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers The Verge
- Nintendo Switch 2 camera available at launch, or you can use your own Polygon
- Nintendo Switch 2 – How to Buy – Official Site
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Show Art: Brendon Bigley Music: Will LaPorte
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