Switch 2: The Verge Staff Review – Likes & Dislikes
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is now available, and early user impressions are surfacing.
- While he expressed a desire for an OLED screen given the price point, he conceded that the 7.9-inch,1080p 120Hz panel makes the original 6.2-inch Switch screen seem outdated.
- Callie plagge, senior copy editor, highlighted the performance improvements in updated games on the Switch 2.
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Nintendo Switch 2: First Impressions Highlight Bigger Screen and USB-C Port
Updated June 10, 2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 is now available, and early user impressions are surfacing. Staffers are noting improvements such as a larger screen and an additional USB-C port.The new console also features updated versions of popular games and a new Mario map.
Sean Hollister,senior editor,noted the improved display. While he expressed a desire for an OLED screen given the price point, he conceded that the 7.9-inch,1080p 120Hz panel makes the original 6.2-inch Switch screen seem outdated. He cited the increased screen real estate, clarity, and smoother UI navigation as key benefits.
Callie plagge, senior copy editor, highlighted the performance improvements in updated games on the Switch 2. She noted that the enhanced hardware allows these games to realize their full potential,escaping the limitations of the original Switch. Plagge added that the improvements underscore how overdue the Switch 2 really is.
