Foreign media refuted doubts about Switch 2’s lack of innovation: don’t just look at the hardware gimmicks

Recently, foreign media VG247 published a commentary article refuting some doubts about the lack of innovation of Nintendo Switch 2. The article believes that there is no need to worry about the innovativeness of Switch 2 before its release. Nintendo does not always rely on hardware gimmicks to win.

The announcement of Switch 2 triggered heated discussions. Some comments believed that as an iterative product of Switch, Switch 2 means that Nintendo has lost its innovative spirit and deviated from the concept of "surprise and delight" players. VG247 objects to this.

VG247 first reviewed the history of Nintendo’s console development and pointed out that Nintendo did not always launch disruptive hardware. For example, the Super Nintendo (SFC) and Game Boy Advance were both enhanced versions of their predecessors, but they were still hugely successful. Nintendo's innovation is reflected in new control methods, peripherals, game cartridge technology, and more importantly, game design. For example, the design evolution of the "Metroid" series and the art style of "The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker" both demonstrate Nintendo's innovation in game design. Even in the era of Wii and Switch, some of the most enjoyable experiences come from peripherals.

The article acknowledges Switch The 2's exterior design is similar to its predecessor, but that doesn't mean there's a lack of innovation. The Switch redefined handheld gaming, and the Switch 2 represented Nintendo's response to other PC handheld consoles on the market, showing that they had the ability to compete with them on hardware and have a unique game design philosophy.

The article speculates that Switch 2 will still have new features, and the sliding screen of Joy-Con in the demonstration video triggered many associations. More powerful hardware may also lead to larger game sizes and new game concepts.

The media finally concluded that it is too early to draw conclusions about Switch 2. While the demo video may have its flaws, Nintendo has the ability to surprise. Even if the hardware design is relatively conservative, they can still "turn the table" with game design and peripheral innovation. Until you see how Nintendo utilizes the new hardware, there's no need to worry.