Back in 2017, it felt like handhelds were dying. The PlayStation Vita was suffering from a lack of support and the 3DS was already on its way out. But then the Nintendo Switch arrived and became the ...

The Nintendo Switch is a longtime fan-favorite handheld gaming console. But it’s now eight years old and showing its age. That’s a big part of what made the June 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 launch so ...

Those market changes make the Switch 2 a lot less of a novelty than its predecessor. As its name implies, it is essentially a direct sequel to the original Switch hardware, with improvements to the ...

After defining a new category with the original Switch, Nintendo is content sticking with what works. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement ...

The Nintendo Switch 2 offers a comfortable and enjoyable gaming experience that is let down and held up by the unique quirks of Nintendo. It's a straight upgrade and tailored experience in many ways, ...

The Nintendo Switch 2 has a lot to live up to. It’s the successor to the wildly popular Nintendo Switch, which has sold over 152 million units, dwarfing the popularity of nearly every other home ...