The Nintendo Switch 2 improves upon the original in nearly every way but battery life, with a bigger screen, sharper graphics, and smarter Joy-Con controllers.

At a glance Expert's Rating Pros ・Powerful chip that brings the Switch 2 up to the level of a PS4 (Pro) ・Better frame rates and faster loading times ・Useful improvements such as HDR and 4K support ・Light and handy despite larger screen Cons ・Low battery power ・No OLED screen and therefore no real HDR in handheld mode ・Console edges are slightly

In many ways, Nintendo Switch 2 is quite an un-Nintendo-like follow-up. The Japanese gaming titan is known for its left-field turns and big swings. Which other console maker goes from the record-selling motion-controlled Nintendo Wii to the tablet-based Nintendo Wii U?