We got to go hands-on with the Switch 2 hardware, the upgraded Zelda games, Welcome Tour, and more. By Steve Watts on April 3, 2025 at 6:00AM PDT. 30 Comments.

The biggest new piece of Grounded 2 that I actually got some decent hands-on time with was the Buggy system - essentially mounts. I was able to ride proudly astride a big ol' ant. It ...

Hardcore Gamer had the chance to experience the Nintendo Switch 2 in-person during an extended hands-on look at the hardware and software coming later this year.

Editor's note: This hands-on focuses on our writer's experience with the new Nintendo Switch 2, covering the hardware, playing experience and changes from the original model. If you're looking for ...

In your hands, the Switch 2 is noticeably larger, but it’s not uncomfortable. I played through a number of rounds of Mario Kart World in handheld mode, and the size didn’t bother me, ...

The Switch 2 is a bit larger than its predecessor, measuring 4.5 inches tall by 10.7 inches wide when the Joy-Cons are connected. So, it’s about an inch longer and half an inch taller than the ...

And yet, after an extended hands-on session with the Switch 2, getting to preview the console and a whole host of the games coming to the system, it's clear to me that Nintendo has really taken on ...

One of the primary reactions to the big Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on Wednesday was that it's going to be too expensive for a lot of people to adopt right away.. I totally get that. A $450 starting ...

The Switch 2 itself costs $450, and if you want “Mario Kart World” along with it, you can buy it bundled with the console for $500. Current Switch titles cost $60, and when the console ...

My Switch 2 hands-on started with a one-on-one race playing in TV mode. The Joy-Cons 2 felt a lot more comfortable in Nintendo’s new Joy-Con grip as I was selecting my character.