Hardware When do you think a new Switch will be released?

[JustAGuy]

It’s only been a year, I know, but the Switch has been very successful (I’d say).

I already know about Mariko, but I’m talking about something a lot more major. A complete upgrade instead of just RAM and SoC.

What do you guys think? An article I’ve seen suggested 2022 because of Nintendo stating they want at least a 5-6 year life cycle. I think they have good reason to upgrade earlier though, and I’m interested in hearing other people’s opinions

 

[Deleted User]

Well the stocks are getting lower so maybe sooner before September or November. The hacks are getting out of control and Nintendo will do something about it

 

[JustAGuy]

Well the stocks are getting lower so maybe sooner before September or November. The hacks are getting out of control and Nintendo will do something about it

I would imagine it just being the SoC/RAM upgrade.

I’m referring to a completely revamped model, like a Mk II instead of a V2

 

[Dracari]

honestly i dont want to think of nintendo pulling an N3DS/DSi to the switch this soon. i'm more less hoping w/ the mariko's that they have added w/ teh ram/SoC, Better thermals and a better battery. as lately im finding myself using my switch more like its a 3DS successor (Portable) than its a WiiU Successor (Console). i belive around the beginning of the year there was an article of nintendo stating there'd be no Refresh (i guess nintendo considering that to be a new generation rather than a "Bugfix" type situation)anytime soon, if at all.

 

[slaphappygamer]

Mid November I’ll bet. Christmas sales go through the roof.

 

[appleburger]

Traditionally, newer models come out at the 3 year mark for Nintendo - so I'd say that's likely to be when it comes around.

Higher battery capacity and support for higher resolutions sounds like a good fit for a remodel. I can see the dock being reworked a bit, to have the switch 'snap' into place a bit better, and being less likely to be scratched, as well.

A console only model sounds more reasonable than a handheld only model, if they ever go that route. I know that goes against the entire point of the console, but if the 2DS can be a thing, then I'd bet a cheaper, console only switch can be a thing.

 

[slaphappygamer]

What if the joycons were fixed to save money. I mean, they could make more money by “forcing” the user to buy a controller, unless they make wii controllers compatible with switch.

 

[Ty_]

Wouldn't be a stretch to see Nintendo patch the CPU, but something to bear in mind is, do they need to rush to fix it? We're a fraction of a fraction of users. Most people aren't even aware of the exploit and even among those that do find out, can they be bothered to to through all these steps for RCM etc?

I've explained the advantages of PC gaming vs console gaming to many people and even with the advantages they just don't care because a console is much less hassle. I just don't see the average person going through the hassle of something like LayeredFS and having to do research. Even more so with Nintendo who have quite a large casual gaming audience.

Clearly it's something they'd rather wasn't an issue, but I don't think they'll be in as much of a rush to fix it as most would expect. You can look at other similar aspects like Jailbreaking or rooting phones, there are clear advantages but people just can't be bothered.

 

[stewacide]

With a process shrink on the SoC my guess is they'll launch a cheaper, passively-cooled, portable-only version with fixed controllers and a smaller screen, as more of a direct DS replacement. Switch Mini or whatever.

 

[Ty_]

With a process shrink on the SoC my guess is they'll launch a cheaper, passively-cooled, portable-only version with fixed controllers and a smaller screen, as more of a direct DS replacement. Switch Mini or whatever.

Like an equivalent to the 2DS? That's not a bad guess. If they were it'd probably launch around the same time as a mainline Pokemon game

 

[RAGER]

With a process shrink on the SoC my guess is they'll launch a cheaper, passively-cooled, portable-only version with fixed controllers and a smaller screen, as more of a direct DS replacement. Switch Mini or whatever.

OR, update to Tegra X2, 8Gb RAM, 128Gb internal, 7" screen, better battery with QC, drop price to current Switch and rename it to mini (or call new Switch Maxi ))))