The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally arrived, offering a significant upgrade over its predecessor. The improved power of the Switch 2 is evident in early third-party ports like Cyberpunk 2077 and Street Fighter VI, which run smoothly without major visual downgrades. The performance of the Switch 2 is comparable to that of a PS4 Pro or Xbox Series S, making it a strong contender in the gaming market.

However, the enhanced power of the Switch 2 comes at a cost - battery life. Demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 can drain the system's battery in just 2 to 2.5 hours. Less intensive games fare better, but overall, the battery life is a downside of the new model. External improvements include an additional USB-C port for easier charging and a more stable stand for tabletop play.

Internally, the Switch 2 boasts high-speed storage that significantly reduces load times in games like Mario Kart 8. Yet, the 256GB internal storage is insufficient for modern game sizes, necessitating the purchase of a MicroSD Express card for additional storage.

One unique feature of the Switch 2 is the mouse mode, which allows a Joy-Con to function as a PC-style mouse. This innovative addition provides a new way to interact with the console, offering surprising functionality on various surfaces.