It’s official: There are no Nintendo Switch 2 reviews.
It’s official: There are no Nintendo Switch 2 reviews.
by ItsMikeMeekins
34 Comments
chaos_bait
“It’s official: for the first time in more than 20 years, there will be no pre-release reviews for a new Nintendo console.
According to a company spokesperson, Nintendo decided not to send Switch 2 review units to press ahead of launch because “important features and updates” will only be available via a system update on the day of the console’s official release, on June 5”
QuestSeeker23
Does suck for end users for certain games (like I’m not touching Hitman until reviews) but lot of this feels like Andy complaining that his job’s just especially hard this week between SGF and the launch. Also bringing up comparisons to Cyberpunk’s launch is funny lmao. Like yes, bringing up one of the most notoriously infamous launches ever for one of the most opaque, undemoed games pre-launch. Please ignore the multiple in-person events and previews from Nintendo and companies like Sega.
Edit: And again, Nintendo bad, but lowkey sneaking in GTA6 is doing the same thing but doesn’t get multiple big obnoxious articles talking about that because it’s Rockstar…
OnslaughtHE
I believe that most people who are buying the console early are doing so fully understanding that early problems with the system will likely exist. As they do with all console launches. However, they probably still don’t care, and wouldn’t change their purchase based on a review.
That’s the real power of the Nintendo brand. Good or bad.
No_Construction2407
This is the most Nintendo thing Nintendo has done.
One_Bat_889
I would say as much as it doesn’t affect hype for the console it has made me wait on the reviews for games, Cyberpunk in particular.
Gingerbread808
Am i the only one that thinks this is such a non-issue? We don’t really need some random reviewers to get the console before us to tell us about it…
PS_Gamer_212
I kind of don’t mind this because:
1. A sealed console can always be returned (in most countries) if you’re so appalled by the console reviews. As a consumer, it’s no harm, no foul.
2. There will still be a million influencers spamming click-bait videos an hour into release.
Trentimoose
I am not going to feel bad for content creators not getting early access. That’s all this is about, be real.
Waste-Reception5297
I don’t think this is a good thing. People should have a better idea of the hardware and software pre launch before release
Correct_Refuse4910
I understand where the article is coming from and I mostly agree, but if someone really needs a review before deciding to buy the console or a game then it’s as easy as to wait until the reviews are in before making the costly jump. I don’t remember reading a single launch review for the PS4 or the Switch, for example. I just knew I wanted them and I trusted Sony and Nintendo enough to go in blindly.
And sorry if I sound cynical but I honestly doubt Andy Robinson is upset because they can’t give the readers the truth about the Switch 2 or whatever, but because a big console launch with a review creates a lot of traffic and makes money for them. And the Summer Game Fest coverage is none of Nintendo’s business, so it’s kind of weird point to make.
Frostburn7311
I wonder if Nintendo is trying to avoid any negative press on battery life in portable mode due to such powerful hardware and so little room for battery.
tomb241
remind me June 6th
Representative-Crow5
Harware-wise I don’t think it makes a lot of difference since this is an incremental upgrade to the Switch 1. Yes there are lots of better specs but I think people know what to expect in general. To me it feels like an iPhone upgrade. it’s the same but bigger and better. Mario Kart looks gooood though.
Blofeld69
YouTubers trying to crank out low effort videos as fast as possible is going to be nuts the first two days.
Mastersord
Cool! I can still wait.
That’s a terrible excuse as to why they aren’t sending out review consoles. At best it’s just an excuse and at worst, it says they’re aware of some issues because testing wasn’t done properly or development was rushed.
In the best case, it’s also part of a marketing strategy to try and keep the hype going because any negative reviews could hurt pre-orders and future orders.
elRomez
People will really defend anything Nintendo does…
DmoISgod01
My buddy who lives on the west coast has one already( he works for an online publication) and he absolutely loves it. I look forward to playing with him on Thursday.
Have_A_Jelly_Baby
Like it matters. Like Nintendo won’t sell every single console available on Thursday.
jnighy
Considering how useless console reviews are, it’s not a big loss
sheimeix
I honestly don’t think I see the big deal with pre-release console reviews. Games? Sure, sure. Consoles? If you’re going to be getting the console this early, then reviews being delayed a couple weeks isn’t a big deal. Besides, I feel like there isn’t a whole lot to review about a console to make this all that important
Glad_Technician7331
To me, there’s been so much faux Switch 2 anger over a range of non-issues that I feel like I’m literally switched off to this sort of plea, most of which was perpetuated by the games media trying to get clicks without any thorough and balanced reporting. ‘Why the Switch 2 will give you a fatal disease’ etc. Just tired of it. Bring back quality and balanced journalism, and I’ll be open to listening again.
petit_poula
the only reviews that matter are user reviews anyway
GeneralGringus
Honestly, when most of the available units have gone to pre orders….what is the point of a pre release review?
demonoddy
The amount of reviewers butthurt about this is hilarious
ElGatoQueLadra
Imagine 20yr from now your grandson finds a box stashed at the attic with an unopened Switch 2, he opens it and it doesn’t start because the server with the day 1 update is down so it’s just a nice brick.
Dangerous_Avocado347
Wait . Does this mean a factory reset turns your switch into a potato down the line ? Cause I think I’m gonna wait till there’s a proper release of that’s the case probably whatever upgrade .
RedditDetector
I don’t miss there not being launch day reviews so much, though I do have a few questions they could’ve answered and what we do get now is likely to be rushed to get the clicks.
What I do miss is no reviews of the Switch 2 games. Mario Kart… okay, I was always going to get that. But Survival Kids I want to know more about. And how much some of these Switch 2 editions improved things.
Portsyde
Hopefully by the time I have the money to buy this maybe next year, Nintendo will get their heads out of their asses and lower their prices. Until then, I’ll wait.
Aromatic_Village3904
Did they not see the Russian guy?
flyingcircusdog
Why bother? Pre-orders sold out everywhere.
Confident-Grape-8872
Well it’s not like they need the publicity. The preorders all sold out.
paranoideo
> Nintendo’s decision not to facilitate pre-launch Switch 2 reviews is disappointing news for everyone
Not for me, tbh.
dramafan1
Funny how many people are saying they’re not giving reviewers early access because they’re afraid of negative reviews. Like the article said it’s because of required updates and they don’t want any leaks pre-launch by any reviewer. People are acting like they’re entitled to a review at all costs before the official release date.
Honestly it doesn’t matter if reviews don’t get published until after the release date, like people who want reviews can just wait until the reviews get published before buying the Switch 2. It’s not like your only window of opportunity to buy a Switch is on launch day.
34 Comments
“It’s official: for the first time in more than 20 years, there will be no pre-release reviews for a new Nintendo console.
According to a company spokesperson, Nintendo decided not to send Switch 2 review units to press ahead of launch because “important features and updates” will only be available via a system update on the day of the console’s official release, on June 5”
Does suck for end users for certain games (like I’m not touching Hitman until reviews) but lot of this feels like Andy complaining that his job’s just especially hard this week between SGF and the launch. Also bringing up comparisons to Cyberpunk’s launch is funny lmao. Like yes, bringing up one of the most notoriously infamous launches ever for one of the most opaque, undemoed games pre-launch. Please ignore the multiple in-person events and previews from Nintendo and companies like Sega.
Edit: And again, Nintendo bad, but lowkey sneaking in GTA6 is doing the same thing but doesn’t get multiple big obnoxious articles talking about that because it’s Rockstar…
I believe that most people who are buying the console early are doing so fully understanding that early problems with the system will likely exist. As they do with all console launches. However, they probably still don’t care, and wouldn’t change their purchase based on a review.
That’s the real power of the Nintendo brand. Good or bad.
This is the most Nintendo thing Nintendo has done.
I would say as much as it doesn’t affect hype for the console it has made me wait on the reviews for games, Cyberpunk in particular.
Am i the only one that thinks this is such a non-issue? We don’t really need some random reviewers to get the console before us to tell us about it…
I kind of don’t mind this because:
1. A sealed console can always be returned (in most countries) if you’re so appalled by the console reviews. As a consumer, it’s no harm, no foul.
2. There will still be a million influencers spamming click-bait videos an hour into release.
I am not going to feel bad for content creators not getting early access. That’s all this is about, be real.
I don’t think this is a good thing. People should have a better idea of the hardware and software pre launch before release
I understand where the article is coming from and I mostly agree, but if someone really needs a review before deciding to buy the console or a game then it’s as easy as to wait until the reviews are in before making the costly jump. I don’t remember reading a single launch review for the PS4 or the Switch, for example. I just knew I wanted them and I trusted Sony and Nintendo enough to go in blindly.
And sorry if I sound cynical but I honestly doubt Andy Robinson is upset because they can’t give the readers the truth about the Switch 2 or whatever, but because a big console launch with a review creates a lot of traffic and makes money for them. And the Summer Game Fest coverage is none of Nintendo’s business, so it’s kind of weird point to make.
I wonder if Nintendo is trying to avoid any negative press on battery life in portable mode due to such powerful hardware and so little room for battery.
remind me June 6th
Harware-wise I don’t think it makes a lot of difference since this is an incremental upgrade to the Switch 1. Yes there are lots of better specs but I think people know what to expect in general. To me it feels like an iPhone upgrade. it’s the same but bigger and better. Mario Kart looks gooood though.
YouTubers trying to crank out low effort videos as fast as possible is going to be nuts the first two days.
Cool! I can still wait.
That’s a terrible excuse as to why they aren’t sending out review consoles. At best it’s just an excuse and at worst, it says they’re aware of some issues because testing wasn’t done properly or development was rushed.
In the best case, it’s also part of a marketing strategy to try and keep the hype going because any negative reviews could hurt pre-orders and future orders.
People will really defend anything Nintendo does…
My buddy who lives on the west coast has one already( he works for an online publication) and he absolutely loves it. I look forward to playing with him on Thursday.
Like it matters. Like Nintendo won’t sell every single console available on Thursday.
Considering how useless console reviews are, it’s not a big loss
I honestly don’t think I see the big deal with pre-release console reviews. Games? Sure, sure. Consoles? If you’re going to be getting the console this early, then reviews being delayed a couple weeks isn’t a big deal. Besides, I feel like there isn’t a whole lot to review about a console to make this all that important
To me, there’s been so much faux Switch 2 anger over a range of non-issues that I feel like I’m literally switched off to this sort of plea, most of which was perpetuated by the games media trying to get clicks without any thorough and balanced reporting. ‘Why the Switch 2 will give you a fatal disease’ etc. Just tired of it. Bring back quality and balanced journalism, and I’ll be open to listening again.
the only reviews that matter are user reviews anyway
Honestly, when most of the available units have gone to pre orders….what is the point of a pre release review?
The amount of reviewers butthurt about this is hilarious
Imagine 20yr from now your grandson finds a box stashed at the attic with an unopened Switch 2, he opens it and it doesn’t start because the server with the day 1 update is down so it’s just a nice brick.
Wait . Does this mean a factory reset turns your switch into a potato down the line ? Cause I think I’m gonna wait till there’s a proper release of that’s the case probably whatever upgrade .
I don’t miss there not being launch day reviews so much, though I do have a few questions they could’ve answered and what we do get now is likely to be rushed to get the clicks.
What I do miss is no reviews of the Switch 2 games. Mario Kart… okay, I was always going to get that. But Survival Kids I want to know more about. And how much some of these Switch 2 editions improved things.
Hopefully by the time I have the money to buy this maybe next year, Nintendo will get their heads out of their asses and lower their prices. Until then, I’ll wait.
Did they not see the Russian guy?
Why bother? Pre-orders sold out everywhere.
Well it’s not like they need the publicity. The preorders all sold out.
> Nintendo’s decision not to facilitate pre-launch Switch 2 reviews is disappointing news for everyone
Not for me, tbh.
Funny how many people are saying they’re not giving reviewers early access because they’re afraid of negative reviews. Like the article said it’s because of required updates and they don’t want any leaks pre-launch by any reviewer. People are acting like they’re entitled to a review at all costs before the official release date.
Honestly it doesn’t matter if reviews don’t get published until after the release date, like people who want reviews can just wait until the reviews get published before buying the Switch 2. It’s not like your only window of opportunity to buy a Switch is on launch day.
*another* reason im buying a steam deck