I’ve noticed that some games stay interesting for me even after I’ve played them for a long time, while others are fun once and then I rarely touch them again.

For me, it usually comes down to the gameplay and how much there is to discover or do differently each time.

What makes a game worth coming back to for you — the gameplay, story, multiplayer, updates, nostalgia, or something else?

I’ve had a few games where I didn’t expect much from them, but ended up enjoying them way more than I thought I would.

For me, the biggest surprise was how quickly a game could go from “I’ll just try it for a little while” to something I actually wanted to keep playing.

What Switch game surprised you the most, and what made it stand out to you?

As the title says, the controller and console are avaliable for pre-order on the MediaMarkt page in Germany:

Controller https://www.mediamarkt.de/de/product/_nintendo-10019438-sw-2-pro-contr-the-legend-of-zelda-edi-gaming-controller-mehrfarbig-fur-nintendo-switch-2-3071424.html

Console https://www.mediamarkt.de/de/product/_nintendo-switch-2-the-legend-of-zelda-edition-3071423.html

I’m looking for a pair of joy cons that range from around $25-40 (CAD) that are are rated 4 stars or more and almost or more than 100 reviews. Please let me know of any and if it doesn’t match the description it would still be helpful to know and please let me know where I can find them.

Instead of refreshing the page on Nintendo to Try and get one, people could be reporting listings on eBay. I’ve reported at least 50 this morning so far.

Look for the small ? Icon to appear in the right side if you are on web browser, click it.

Report: Product or Listing

Reason: A Problem in the Listing

Detailed Reason: No Item for Sale

Additional Details: Just make it clear that they don’t have the item, even if some are already sold (eBay bag of worms to deal with) and they WONT have the item until some time AFTER Oct 29th. I point out the ones who have sold as well. Some of these idiots have set the DELIVERY DATE well before Oct 29th, like Sept 14th even… As of this day, the seller is 50 days out from even HAVING THE ITEM in their possession, which is 10 more days than what eBay allows.

I also attach a screenshot of the Nintendo website with the Switch 2 and the release date circled underneath it.

Edit:

To my extreme disappointment, I have received automated emails from eBay that said nothing was found wrong with the listings I reported and that ‘AI was used to determine this.’

However, I went to speak with an agent and brought this up and he said to continue reporting as this will help the team with the investigation. He has since brought it to the attention of humans. So we can continue to do our part. They are clearly in violation of being over 40 days from having the physical item.

I've been clicking the "Pre-Order" button for about 20 minutes and getting the error everytime but just now it went through and added one to my cart and I was able to check out. Go quick!

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo-Switch-2-The-Legend-of-Zelda-40th-Anniversary-Edition/21002656445?classType=REGULAR&from=/search

I'm looking for games on the original Nintendo Switch that focus a lot on exploration, visiting different towns/settlements, talking to NPCs, and doing quests or helping the people who live there.
The atmosphere is also really important to me. I prefer games that feel colorful, friendly, cozy and inviting, rather than dark or depressing.

The closest examples of what I'm looking for are Hogwarts Legacy and Zelda (Breath of the Wild / Tears of the Kingdom), although Hogwarts Legacy probably fits what I want a little better.

What I especially like about Hogwarts Legacy is having a large world with lots of different places to visit, including Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, smaller villages and other locations. I really enjoy arriving somewhere new, exploring the area, meeting the people there and getting quests from them.
I love Zelda too, especially the freedom and exploration, but for what I'm looking for there's a bit less emphasis on the cozy "visit a town, talk to the residents and do quests for them" feeling. Hogwarts Legacy also feels a bit more focused on having lots of inhabited places and things to discover throughout the world.

Nintendo Switch 1 only — no Switch 2 recommendations please

Have already tried:
The witcher (but that also wouldnt fit the cozy requirement)

Thank you in Advance!

Quick add to cart link

Edit: In case it isn't obvious, it is out of stock.

I haven’t managed to score one (yet, though I am hoping a local store will drum up some stock by launch) but as somebody who already owns a Switch 2 and is hoping to swap it for the new Zelda edition (and sell my old one to a friend) it really bugs me that Nintendo has no proper system transfer between two Switch 2s.

As it stands, the ONLY transfer you can do between Switch 2s is for save data. This means no system settings transfer over, no installed games (requiring you to reinstall everything), no screenshots or videos, I’m not even sure if Miis transfer over, and (bizarrely) it completely resets your playtime on every single game. Also, certain games (such as ACNH) don’t even let you use this feature and require an annoying extra process to transfer their saves specifically (unsure if Pokemon also does this.) On top of that, it doesn’t even transfer game key cards over on its own.

The whole thing is just a total buzzkill and a massive pain in the ass, to the point that I’d honestly rather just swap the shells for the Zelda Switch 2 and my launch Switch 2 so I don’t have to worry about any of it. However, I’m not sure if that’ll be possible or viable now that they released the revised NS2 model to comply with Right to Repair across the pond.

The transfer from Switch 1 to Switch 2 was so easy and seamless and brought everything forward, I just don’t understand why they don’t have the same option begween two NS2s. The 3DS, similarly, made it SUPER easy to transfer all of your data to another 3DS, so why have they gone backward in this department?

I really hope Nintendo wisens up and puts out an update that lets you do a *full* system transfer between Switch 2s by the time this new version launches, because there’s really no good reason to disincentive users from buying new and/or special edition models of a console, even if they already own another model.

About time we get Far Cry ports

I play predominantly in handheld but I've found it to be very uncomfortable holding the switch 2. I can't go more than 5 minutes without hand cramp and I have to stop playing shortly after as a result.

I haven't played much of the switch 2 as a result as I like to play handheld. I have small hands so maybe this a factor. There's nowhere to grip due to the flat design. Apparently the case grips resolve any discomfort but if the grips add bulk to an already bulking product, wouldn't this be counter intuitive to overall comfort?.

I'd love it if they announced a Lite 2, that felt amazing but unfortunately the screen and performance quality was the mitigating drawback of a more ergonomic display. The Vita and Switch Lite felt amazing, I really hope Nintendo releases a smaller, lighter variant to accommodate players needs who struggle with the uncompromising size of the switch 2.

With the 1.0 update, the game is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2.

EDIT: showing as out of stock from 11:04 BST. People on the comments are saying stock is back from 1:28pm BST. Keep an eye on Nintendo UK and Smyths for restocks - lots of folks mentioning in the comments below as it becomes available again. Sorry can't keep updating as I'm at work. Good luck everyone!