If you thought the original Nintendo Switch was about to be left in the dust, think again.
Nintendo has confirmed it will continue supporting the original console even after the highly anticipated Switch 2 drops this June. With over 100 million users still playing on the first-gen hardware, the Japanese gaming giant is making sure no one feels abandoned.
In a recent fiscal update, Nintendo reassured fans, stating, “Going forward, we will continue to bring out new titles for the over 100 million people worldwide who are playing Nintendo Switch.” That’s not just corporate speak, it’s a commitment to keep delivering fresh content on a console that launched way back in 2017.
And they’re putting action behind those words. Several new titles are confirmed for the original Switch, including Pokémon Z-A Legends, the long-awaited Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the return of the cult favorite Rhythm Heaven: Groove, the quirky life sim Tomodachi Life, and Pokémon Champions. These aren’t just throwaway ports, these are major new releases, proving that Nintendo Switch support is still a real priority.
But while the OG Switch will continue to thrive, the Switch 2 is clearly shaping up to be the company’s new crown jewel. It will debut with heavy-hitting exclusives like Donkey Kong Bananza and the ambitious Mario Kart World. The latter is already making waves thanks to its hefty $80 price tag, a jump that raised more than a few eyebrows.
Still, Nintendo of America’s VP of Product and Player Experience, Bill Trinen, insists the price is justified. Speaking with IGN, he explained, “I would say it’s less about the strategy of pricing Mario Kart World; it’s more just whenever we look at a given game, we just look at what the experience is, what the content is, and what the value is. But honestly, this is a game that is so big and so vast, and you will find so many little things in it to discover.”
That statement hints at just how expansive Mario Kart World might be, suggesting Nintendo is aiming to push boundaries with the new hardware. Still, it’s refreshing to see that they’re not rushing to push old hardware out the door. This dual-track approach means you don’t have to upgrade just yet to enjoy high-quality games from Nintendo.
So while Switch 2 will clearly be the future, the original Switch is still very much part of the present. Whether you’re cruising through Metroid Prime 4 or getting lost in Tomodachi Life again, Nintendo’s making it clear, your first-gen console still has gas in the tank.
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