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Is the Nintendo Switch 2 worth it? Our verdict

Buy9.0/10 research score

Quick answer

Yes, for families and anyone who wants to play at home and on the go.

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Our verdict on the Nintendo Switch 2

Buy it if
you want family and portable gaming
Skip it if
you want the best graphics
Best for
Families
Key feature
Portable and TV console
Typical price
£395–£430
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Key specifications

Screen7.9"
Storage256 GB

Who should buy it, and who should skip it

A good fit if you

  • want portable gaming
  • play with family
  • love Nintendo games

Skip it if you

  • want the best graphics
  • play mostly online shooters
  • want cheap games

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Portable
  • Family games
  • Big screen

Cons

  • Pricey games

Overview

Switch 2 has a bigger 7.9-inch screen, more power and 256 GB storage.

Games

Nintendo’s exclusives are the main reason to buy.

Alternatives worth considering

Sony · Games consoles

PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition

Buy it if you want Sony exclusives

Verdict
Buy
Best for
Exclusives
Typical price
£390–£440

Pros

  • Great exclusives
  • Fast

Cons

  • No disc drive

Microsoft · Games consoles

Xbox Series X

Buy it if you want Game Pass value

Verdict
Buy
Best for
Game Pass
Typical price
£430–£500

Pros

  • Powerful
  • Game Pass

Cons

  • Fewer exclusives

Frequently asked questions

Is the Nintendo Switch 2 worth it?

Yes, for families and anyone who wants to play at home and on the go.

Who should skip it?

People who want the best graphics are better served by an alternative.

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