Episode 423 - Reviewing Year One of the Switch 2
Summary
Hosts Andy and Allison review the Nintendo Switch 2’s first year, critiquing its hardware issues and underwhelming first-party lineup like Mario Kart World and Hyrule Warriors. They contrast these with personal favorites such as Donkey Kong Bananza and Pokémon Legends: Z-A, while comparing the console’s launch to previous Nintendo systems. The episode also covers Patreon updates, a Dark Horse union petition, and Summer Games Fest announcements.
Topics discussed
Intro, Patreon, and Host Introductions
Episode Overview and Dark Horse Union Petition
Switch 2 Hardware Review: Joy-Cons, Battery, and E-Shop
First Year Game Reviews: Mario Kart, Zelda, and Pokemon
Third-Party Titles and Overall Switch 2 Letter Grade
Historical Nintendo Console First-Year Grading
Summer Game Fest Highlights and Upcoming Releases
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