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Relax, skeptics: Nintendo Can Innovate Without a New Hardware Gimmick

by Greg White
January 17, 2025
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The big moment has finally arrived: the Nintendo Switch 2 has been unveiled. As expected, the buzz leading up to this reveal was wild, with fans, influencers, commentators, and analysts all eagerly speculating on what Nintendo might have up its sleeve. After all the waiting, a short teaser showcasing slick animations of the new console, albeit lacking in specifics, was released, which seems to suit Nintendo just fine.

As is typical in such situations, some of the immediate reactions were not exactly patient. It took mere minutes before I encountered the first meltdown that could rival Veruca Salt’s famous tantrums. These individuals, demanding more information right this instant, would no doubt benefit from a reality check—patience is a virtue, after all.

Interestingly, there’s been a recurrent argument floating around that catching me off guard: the notion that Nintendo, in launching a relatively incremental sequel to the Switch, has somehow lost its innovative spark. To suggest that the Switch 2 marks the end of Nintendo’s quest to “surprise and delight” gamers, as the late great Satoru Iwata envisioned back when the Switch was still the NX, is frankly misguided. Let’s set the record straight: it doesn’t.

The Switch 2 follows a path Nintendo has been down before. It seems that the groundbreaking, industry-transforming success of the Wii and DS has skewed perceptions of Nintendo’s overall history. In reality, Nintendo hasn’t always been about taking massive leaps. More often than not, it’s about evolution rather than revolution, as evidenced by their strategy in the past.

Take, for instance, the Super Nintendo. It was a natural and significant upgrade from the NES, but let’s not forget—it became one of the most beloved consoles of all time. And the Game Boy Advance? Again, it was an ‘advanced’ version of its predecessor, with its biggest innovation being a couple of extra buttons borrowed from the SNES.

Arguing that these consoles lacked the Nintendo magic would be folly. The Nintendo spirit was there, presented via fresh gameplay mechanics, new peripherals, or just through the tech packed within the game cartridges themselves. When I think of Nintendo’s power to amaze, it’s not just about motion controls or interactive sports—they’ve captivated us with the transformation from Metroid to Super Metroid or delighting us with Wind Waker’s vibrant art style.

Even with the Wii and the original Switch, many of the surprises came from peripherals introduced post-launch. The balance board and Ring Fit, to name a couple, became amazing add-ons to a system that started with a more conventional setup.

Consider instances where the iterative sequel didn’t make a huge splash, like moving from the N64 to the GameCube. Nintendo still found creative avenues to develop cult classics that left a mark. Conversely, the 3DS, despite its flashy new features, gained more admiration from its imaginative games than from its more experimental aspects.

This new console might not shock with its exterior—it’s a polished continuation of a successful formula. The Switch redefined portable gaming, and with the Switch 2, Nintendo seems ready to challenge those sleek PC handhelds, all while retaining its unique knack for joyful game design.

You can expect the Switch 2 to come with new enhancements, as hinted at in the intentionally ambiguous trailer. Scenes of Joy-Cons rolling across a surface bring to mind Mario Paint or maybe a collaboration for an Age of Empires port. The improved Joy-Cons could unlock a plethora of innovative peripheral opportunities.

Let’s not underestimate how the real excitement might be housed within the machine itself. Even though visual leaps are becoming less pronounced, hardware upgrades can enhance gameplay depth and breadth, offering new concepts and adventures beyond mere aesthetics.

Ultimately, it’s premature to render judgment. Perhaps, Nintendo’s presentation of the new system missed the mark by focusing solely on aesthetics, especially since it closely resembles its predecessor. But history has shown us that, if any company knows how to pleasantly surprise its audience, it’s certainly Nintendo. Even with similar-looking hardware, they have proven adept at revolutionizing gaming experiences through game design and clever extras. The potential for advancements in processing power could significantly shift their design capabilities.

In conclusion, it’s prudent to pause any premature criticism or speculation about the direction Nintendo is heading until more is revealed. Until then, it looks like we’ll have to endure the chatter. So keep your expectations tempered and maybe prepare to wait it out until we hear more in April.

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