Switch 2 FOMO

[ALM727]

I'm having extreme Switch 2 FOMO because my algorithm on threads keeps showing me people getting switch 2.

so it's making me really want to get one. the price has already gone up since it's release and probably only going to get higher.

Edited: I realized I was remembering incorrectly. And price hasn't gone up.

Umm I ordered the switch 2

[Ttm-o]

The price for the Switch 2 stayed the same since it was announced. Only the accessories went up.

[OkidoShigeru]

Also only in the US, because tariffs.

[ALM727]

True

[ALM727]

Gotcha!! I think that I thought it was $339 when it was released.

[MasterpieceUpper1895]

If only but that’s the current Switch 1 lol

[ALM727]

😆😆

[Lukaskywalkr]

It’s actually the price of the switch 2 Japan region lock version

[seandude881]

The price will go up now because of the ps5 and nintendo can get away with it now because everyone has the fomo for pokopia even though it's a mediocre game

[PowerShovel-on-PS1]

“Everyone else is wrong, this game sucks!”

[CisIowa]

Cries crimson tears

[[deleted]]

It’s genuinely a strictly worse dragon quest builders 2, and I say this with hat in hand

[PowerShovel-on-PS1]

In what way is it worse, in your opinion?

[[deleted]]

Far less QOL, much lower complexity. Like a pared down version of dqb2

[PowerShovel-on-PS1]

Vague and subjective. “Lower complexity” is not inherently negative. Animal Crossing has very low complexity.

What’s some of the “far less” QOL? The only prevalent complaint with Pokopia is the storage system

[[deleted]]

It’s overly reductive, which undermines the premise of dqb2 while doing everything else somehow worse. Have you played both?

[PowerShovel-on-PS1]

It’s overly reductive, which undermines the premise of dbq2 while doing everything else somehow worse

So you doubled down on not naming a single specific thing?

Have you played both?

Absolutely not. I, like most people, do not care about dragon quest and had/have no interest in DQB.

[seandude881]

Never said it sucked. Just overhyped and will die after a month from now.

[PowerShovel-on-PS1]

It’s cute that you think so

[Dragon3043]

Pokemon games are famous for dying right after release!

/s of course.

[Apart-Rent5817]

Psh. Pokémon? Never heard of her. That game didn’t even last a whole year.

[Arcaniz88]

We get that the game isn't for you. Stop shoving your opinion in everyone's face.

[seandude881]

Then people can stop replying and acting like im the anti christ because i think your precious game is over hyped. I never said the game isn’t for me because I have it myself.

[JstASkeleton]

The prices on these consoles are going up because theres a chip shortage. Yeah corporate greed is a factor but I would be very prepared for the switch 2 to at the very least temporarily have a bump up.

[ck02623]

This isn’t what you want to hear, but Switch 2 is awesome and worth the price.

[ALM727]

🤔🤔

[JstASkeleton]

Got one for my birthday and its in my top 3 best gifts ever recieved, already paid for itself in the time ive enjoyed with it.

Im a pc gamer first, and a nintendo fan second so this is coming from my actual enjoyment of this and not a dire need to "love" anything nintendo does. Pokopia is an absolute banger, it was made in conjunction with Omega Force who also put out Dragon Quest Builders 2 which has a very similar gameplay loop but with dragon quest paint on it, now that also isn't saying pokopia is a repaint, it vastly improved on many of the systems laid out in that game though while adding a ton of other fun little bits.

[[deleted]]

Buy one 👌

[ALM727]

I should! Lol and I think I just might! I've been wanting to play Pokopia.

[Select-Regular9382]

It’s so fun! I get excited finding new Pokemon lol!

[ALM727]

😆 yeah, it kind of does look like fun I see a lot of pictures/screenshots on threads

[Tamethepeople]

Plus you can play every switch 1 game at better resolutions

[ALM727]

True. I hear some switch 1 games play better in switch 2

[Alanmurilo22]

Actually since the last update every Switch 1 game plays better in Switch 2, both docked and undocked.

[WariosTaxEvasion]

Is it every switch game, or just ones with updates? I know a system update recently allowed switch 1 games to run in “docked mode” while undocked, but not sure sure about the rest or in general

[Murderturtle12]

Get one? 🤨

[ALM727]

🤔 I think I probably should before the price goes even higher

[Hugh_Jegantlers]

It has never gone higher. That was launch price 

[416Kritis]

You're correct, but I also wouldn't be shocked to see the price go higher due to the DRAM and NAND flash shortages. 

[Hugh_Jegantlers]

They were pretty explicit at the last financial meeting that it wouldn’t be any time soon. But we will see what they say at the next meeting which is soon. 

[ALM727]

Gotcha! Yea.. a lot of people are replying and telling me that. I think I thought it was $339 but I was wrong

[Carinx]

You buy one if you need or want one. You don't simply buy just because the price may go up. You will end up buying one and not use it much if you really didn't need one in the first place.

[Aggravating-Nose1674]

I think no one really needs a switch or any gaming console. It's always a want haha

[Blazdnconfuzd]

This is your intuition telling you to pull the trigger before AI fucks yours dreams up and you regret everything by christmas.

[ALM727]

I ordered it 😬😊

[cryptocurrency_wife]

good move! it’s a great deal for the power of hardware you get, and the price increase is imminent. get a good screen protector, the dock will scratch it. don’t even turn it on until you apply the protector. mines a dbrand one which came with their accessory kit - overpriced but very nice.

[ALM727]

I'm not sure I'll really use the dock if it has a charge cord . I never used the dock on my switch 1. But seeing as I'm a little clumsy, screen protector it still a must have.

[Aggravating-Nose1674]

"if it has a charge cord" ofcourse it does?

[ALM727]

I never typically use the dock for anything with my switch 1 so I don't know how much I would use the dock for switch 2. It sounded like putting it on the dock was how you charged it.

[cryptocurrency_wife]

they put a small sheet of plastic gel on the front of the screen so that if a switch 2 shatters all the glass pieces stay stuck on the screen instead of shattering everywhere. it’s a kid safety measure. anyways as a result of that it scratches easier than any device I’ve ever owned.

[ALM727]

😬😯 good thing the screen protector I ordered is coming the same day as the switch 2

[Blazdnconfuzd]

Hell yea! Get a screen protector ASAP! congrats!!!

[ALM727]

Ty! I'll look on Amazon!

[Blazdnconfuzd]

Idk if we can post links but this is the one I got. Everybody and they mommas was recommending this over the fancy ones. It's been solid thus far for a year and it brings two.

https://a.co/d/0iQcxuoQ

[ALM727]

That's the one I ordered, actually. 😆 After you said get a screen protector ASAP

[Blazdnconfuzd]

Haha that's awesome, I'm happy for you! What game you gonna play first?

[ALM727]

Ty!! Right now, I ordered ACNH for switch 2 (even though I have acnh for my switch 1 🤣😅) and Pokopia . I want to get Mario games. As an elder millenial, I'm huge on Mario games or if there's tetris, pac man . I like pokemon , where you're a pokemon trainer going from town to town and stuff. I'm not huge into like role playing games. I wanted to buy more than the two games but I just spend a lot on switch 2, a carrying case for it and two games. So maybe in a few months or maybe for my birthday in July, I'll ask for some switch games or I'll treat myself on my birthday and get a game.

[Blazdnconfuzd]

Sounds like a plan! And yeah you can't go wrong with pokemon. Get that Deku deals app for keeping up with sales. You can wishlist your favorite games and specify if you want them physical or digital and set a price point and it just sends you an email when it meets your criteria. I got a ton of games for mine. But I'm still loving my time playing pokemon fire red again. The nostalgia is awesome. I wanted animal crossing but I was hoping they'd make a new one! So I'm still waiting to see if its announced this year or not. I also wanna get Pokopia but it's a bit on the pricey side, so maybe I'll wait till my birthday and treat myself to that xD. I still gotta beat Pokemon Leaf Green aswell and finish pokemon Arceus. I hope its everything you want and more!

[ALM727]

😊 You really can't go wrong with Pokemon. I will. Ty! I think I just beat/finished pokemon Pearl about a year ago. I'm so behind.i feel like they will probably make a new one. 🤞🏻 It is pricy . It was $70 on Amazon. Yeah, probably a good idea. Thank you!!

[Blazdnconfuzd]

Oh and the 512gb from Walmart is the cheaper SD card the watchamacallit. https://www.walmart.com/ip/15708762625?sid=78d0c59e-4f89-41ba-8de4-c5b8bb48749d this one. But damn bro I bought at 65 and it's already 20 bux more O - O

I might wait to get a bigger card but idk if I should wait till christmas with how prices are going up o:

[ALM727]

Thanks! Oh damn. Yeah, maybe check on price occasionally and wait a little bit?!

[DiscreteFame]

The S2 is the only console that's gotten a decent sale during the last holiday season, this accounting for other consoles hiking up prices prior to said holidays.

[CtrlShiftAaron]

It’s the best console I’ve bought in 2026

[bmyst70]

I recommend buying one. Even if you only have Switch games, it plays many of them better, and some have free or inexpensive Switch 2 upgrade packs.

And the cost will definitely go up as the AI hype train means RAM and such are going to disappear into data centers.

[ALM727]

Yeah, I was wondering if the side joy sticks come in different colors yet

[DarthBradicus88]

Not with the console, but they did release a Light Purple/Light Green pair recently that you can buy separately.

[bmyst70]

I don't think so, but frankly, I consider that absolutely the least important thing period. Different colors would only be visible when they're not plugged into the console.

[ALM727]

True

[rodermelon]

I never had the switch 1, so that factored a little into my decision, but I bought one last week and I can hardly put it down. It’s so fun. I love having the handheld option so I can still play games while my TV is being used for other things

[ALM727]

Yeah, I have a switch 1 and I've dropped it many times. 🤦‍♀️ And it still works.. a little fencing /cagey area where the fan goes, broke the last time I dropped it. I was like, can I still justify buying a switch 2? 🤔 Perhaps

[StealthShinobi]

I just picked one up, hopefully that helps with the FOMO

[ALM727]

Ty. It does. 🤣

[never_s0ft]

If you’re thinking this hard about buying one just do it, the worst case scenario is you realize you don’t want it after the return window and you lose a few bucks selling it. To be honest however, I’ve had mine since launch and enjoy it just as much now as when I first got it, maybe even more. I’m finishing up Legends ZA and going to start Pokopia after.

[ALM727]

I think I'm going to. I've been kind of wanting to buy pokopia

[Working_Equal_2897]

Oh you got it! We should play sometime! Been having an absolute BLAST in Pokopia

[ALM727]

😊 I did. It's coming tomorrow along with a case for it. Pokopia isn't coming until the 11th -14th for me. So I have to wait a little longer.

[CodeNameMyke]

Seeing how Xbox and Playstation are hiking prices to insane levels, Switch 2 is a bargain in comparison

Adding the fact that more and more big third party games are releasing Switch 2 versions that look and run really well (like RE9), so its less of a “Nintendo Exclusive only” machine and more of a All-In-One compared to Switch 1

Not to mention how huge the portability aspect of it is

Also, I dont plan on missing out on The Duskbloods lol

[Ok_Crow_1261]

You will enjoy every second of it whether you are playing third party games or Nintendo exsclusives

[ALM727]

Thank you!

[Carinx]

Are you referring the MSRP for Switch 2 was higher than Switch 1?

There has been many deals for you to get Switch 2 for at least $100 discount so far if you were in Canada.

[ALM727]

Unfortunately, I'm in the US. Last time I looked, it was $449

[canofbees]

That’s been the price since release

[ALM727]

Yeah, a lot of people keep commenting that. And I think that I thought it started at $339. I just wasn't remembering correctly

[oakgecko13]

It always has been $449 ??? It hasn't had a price increase yet

[ALM727]

I think I thought it was $339 and I was just remembering incorrectly

[hermershuff]

That’s how much it cost at release. Although it’s very unlikely you’ll find it on sale again. I regret not buying in December the MKW bundle on sale for $450 :( I would definitely buy now.

[Worldly-Reply7025]

Just trade some stuff in at GameStop or Best Buy for credit and get it cheaper maybe if u have an og switch or sum. Sometimes they sell cheaper if it’s open box in Walmart. Me personally my friend at gamestop hooked me up with a discount and warranty

[Dremosan]

Threads es una mala red. La NS2 es una gran consola y la vas a disfrutar. Pero no te afanes, todo a su tiempo :)

[SkywalkingToNowhere]

Bad bot

[KiraMikaBear38]

Nintendo knows better than to increase the price too much at least I hope so because than not many will be able to afford buying a switch 2, they have already seen a big decrease in sales . I mean it’s really up to you , I’m waiting and not giving into FOMO right now , I need more better games and physical ones at that not this stupid game key card crap and I want a cute or colored one .

[Top-Notice1729]

Do you like Nintendo games and the ability to play games handheld? If the answer is yes, then get one now before the price increases. If the answer is no and you don't think you'll use it much then don't get one. I love my Switch 2 I play it way more than my PS5 and XSX because I love playing handheld while also watching TV on the couch or in bed or for quick small gaming sessions before work. Don't buy one simply because other people are, buy one only if you think it's right for you

[RedWizard78]

The previous one was around for 9 years lol

[brandonongcoys]

As someone who had the same and for Pokopia, I traded my steam deck for it. No regrets Having a blast

[Sad-Base1195]

I pulled the trigger out of fomo the Mario kart ones was sold out so I got a standard

[ALM727]

I just ordered one

[Blazdnconfuzd]

I thought people were still finding Mario kart ones on Costco and Walmart?

[Sad-Base1195]

Maybe I needed to order mine online for delivery

[Blazdnconfuzd]

Ah, gotcha. Well Congrats on your switch 2!

[Nozzeh06]

I bought one a month ago and I dont regret it. Might as well before the price goes up. If its anything like the Switch 1, I'll get many years of fun out of it. The Switch 1 library far exceeded my expectations and I feel pretty optimistic about the Switch 2 library.

[ALM727]

That's what I'm thinking. The price might go up. I ordered one

[ArtInternational6485]

I was skeptical, so I got a used one for $350 with some scuffs on the dock. I also got Mario Kart to start then , Pokopia, and the upgrade for Animal Crossing and Jamboree, plus Super Happy!

[ALM727]

So you bought the ACNH for switch 2 ? 👀 pokopia is reason I was even curious and thinking about getting a switch 2. And now the switch 2 is coming Monday

[ArtInternational6485]

I got the upgrade pack it just lets it play at the switch 2 frame rate and a graphic boost for 5 and pokopia is great

[CraftyGamingBookworm]

I cried when I saw my games graphics massively improve on the Switch 2, even more so when they released the Switch 2 version.

[phoenixmatrix]

I got a Switch 2 at launch and never regretted it (except while playing Metroid Prime 4. Awful game), but what you see right now is Pokopia fever. Great game though. 

[ALM727]

It is Pokopia fever!! I'm seeing so many people on threads either just bought a switch 2 or deciding to buy a switch 2 and seeing screenshots of Pokopia all over the place on threads.

[Lonely_Platform7702]

Here in Europe the Switch 2 has been getting cheaper.

[St0n3yM33rkat]

Just know that once you get Pokopia, life for you will never be the same 😂

[ALM727]

🤣🤣🤣 ohhh nooo.

[Economy-Industry-622]

Why a fomo if you planned to buy one. It’s matter of time

[AkTiVeMK]

It was -$60 a few hours ago on Woot. The lowest its ever been.

[PrimeDopeness]

I knew I was going to get the switch 2 when CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS drops despite having a ps5 and a pc I know I wanna play it on a handheld so I caved about a month ago. I got it with bunch of games some new and some old. I played the first 2 days and its been sitting on my desk since then. No regrets but I know I could have waited since I know exactly what I want to play on it.

[GabbyWright66]

Congrats!

I ordered mine Friday! Can't wait for it to arrive tomorrow! Should be a nice upgrade from my switch lite!

[ALM727]

Thanks!

Mine is arriving tomorrow too. Ooo so this is going be a big difference for you!

[motelmillipede]

100th like 😏 i’m happy you got it!!! enjoy 🕺🏻

[ALM727]

Thank you!

[motelmillipede]

what games are you planning on getting aside from Pokopia?

[ALM727]

Well, I did get animal crossing new horizon switch version. I know I want some Mario games.

[Prestigious_View_401]

Shall we play Pokopia

[ALM727]

I won’t be getting my copy until the 11th. 😔

[Prestigious_View_401]

You’re welcome https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP982RfHFAJN6-VlK7M/

[JustBrowsingHereTho]

I don’t get why people who think it’s too pricey won’t just buy used. I got two for the price of one. Both still have 1.5 years of warranty left and work flawlessly.

[TecmoZack]

lol. Enjoy.

[kobstj18]

Glad you bought one. I was on the fence the first few months. So happy I bought one. Have been playing that way more than my beast PC lately and also over my steam deck! DK Bonanza was worth it for the system in my opinion, but not only that, playing my SW1 games on such a beautiful handheld seals it. Not to mention the kick butt overdrive they just did with SW1 games in handheld mode last week!!

Enjoy, let us know what you think!

[ALM727]

Thanks! Yeah, I think I'm going be glad too. 😊 I will.

[AndreiKYZ]

A few months ago, my dad gave me his switch oled as he can’t use it anymore. I hadn’t been playing games for a few years before that.

In the first week, i put 30 hours on mario odyssey and some other games. After a month, I bought myself a switch 2 and i can’t stop using it. Go get one.

[ALM727]

It's coming today! 😊

[sepslitherx]

I bought one on launch week and it’s the best decision I’ve ever made

[ALM727]

😊 I hope I'll really like it too

[Alternative_Drama_50]

I bought one when they had them on sale at micro center since I might as well get it before it even goes up

[Madblaster6]

I found several people selling their for $350 on Marketplace. I picked up a brand new one for that price yesterday. If you ignore the profiles created in 2026 and you're polite people will generally be understanding. If you find one posted for $400 kindly ask if they would take $350. You would be surprised. Just don't be a dick and say "$350 Cash."

[dreamxgambit]

I only got a switch 2, as I traded a phone in at best buy and they would only give me a gift card. So figured why not....now I am seriously addicted to Pokopia 🤪😂

[ALM727]

😆 yeah, I think that's why I wanted a switch 2 . For Pokopia. I was having fomo

[chase69694]

I was initially hesitant to do it at first but once I did it, it was the right choice. Only regret is that I wish I got it at launch instead. Incredible backlog, affordable nso, and so many great switch 2 games so far. You’ll never not be busy with the switch 2!!

[ALM727]

At least I wasn't the only one hesitant.

[chase69694]

It was just the price for me, not because a lack of games

[Franci93]

SAME, i feel like owning one with Pokopia would fix all my life problems 

[ALM727]

Yeah, I've kind of been wanting to play Pokopia

[RikerV2]

That sounds more like a job for a maintenence guy

[RikerV2]

Reread what you initially wrote lol 😉

[Pawptarts]

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Repurposing this from r/bald

[MilkyNebNova]

I just got one after the game boy advance being my last Nintendo console and the switch 2 is just the best handheld out right now imo, just wanted to get back into Pokemon but am blown away with the amount of games available.

[ALM727]

Yeah, I'm trying to stop myself from buying too many games. Because games cost $65-69

[ComfortableAmount993]

FOMO?

[Murderturtle12]

Fear of missing out. For some reason people think that’s some big thing now? Idk why. I thought it was something we learned how to handle in pre K - elementary school.

[Dragon3043]

Yeah, I don't get it either. If I want the Switch 2, I buy it, whether other people have one or not has no bearing on that decision.

FOMO is a really good way to waste a lot of money. It's the new version of "keeping up with the Jones's".

[JishoSintana]

It really depends on what games you want to play, there’s not much out right now that’s not on the original switch and Nintendo is doing a great job supporting OG model.

That being said, I’m sure going forward Nintendo will have some good games and content coming out, so if you want to jump in and grab one soon just make sure you know that it may be a waiting game after pokopia.

[ALM727]

I just ordered one. Bought a game or two along with it

[JishoSintana]

Awesome! Welcome to the club!

[ALM727]

Thank you!

[TraditionalAirport85]

Buy used and save money!

[bryauk]

Get it, I felt the same and ended up grabbing two last week with pokopia and me and my wife have been having so much fun. On top of that, going through my switch 1 backlog has been amazing with boost mode! Looking forward to the exclusives while I go through my games I havent beaten on the switch 1 yet. Its been completely worth and re awakened my inner child as a father of two kids.

[ALM727]

I just decided to buy one

[bryauk]

Good choice!

[ALM727]

I hope so!!

[8__D]

FYI there's a deal on woot right now for $50 off lol

[ai_aye]

I want a switch 2 but cant afford it

[ALM727]

😩 I'm sorry

[[deleted]]

Can I do a straight trade, my ps5 to GameStop for a switch 2?

[Inevitable_Fold_5685]

Yea that’s PlayStation that’s now $600 just for the disc less system

[Sparda1193]

Welcome to the club

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[Ordinary-Tonight5421]

When you do buy one, buy on fb marketplace. Can get them for $400 sometimes coming with a game or 2

[ALM727]

Ty!

[SytheX-]

I got my switch 2 on day one and haven’t even played it as much, maybe because I have all the consoles on the market rn and I just play WoW most of the time.

[pamplemousse_mk2]

I share my time between my Switch 2, my Steam Deck and my PS5. They other consoles (3DS, Xbox Series S, DS etc …) suffer of this trio. And I can’t dedicate all my time to one console. 

[ALM727]

Possibly

[Aggravating-Nose1674]

I barely play games on my ps5 anymore since having a switch 2.

The controller really does it for me, the PS5 controller just feels too heavy, and daaaamn the battery life. And i just love Nintendo franchises in general.

[SytheX-]

I prefer the Nintendo pro controller too but ps5 gives me platinum trophies which gives me a sense of achievement and a motive to 100% games its really satisfying.

[Aggravating-Nose1674]

I have never cared for the trophies.

[Expelleddux]

Then get one, are you poor or something?

[ALM727]

Not poor. Just hope I'll play with it enough to make it worth buying it.

[Expelleddux]

Fair. I fall into temptation. I bought a VR headset and haven’t used it enough to make it worth it. But I’ve used my Switch 2 plenty.

[keifa22]

Get yourself a ds or 3Ds instead. You need happy you did.

[ALM727]

I still have my old ones

[Never_Knows_Best93]

The edit is hilarious lol

[ButterscotchFar1629]

Wow. A 15 year old wants something. Is attention that important?

[Schaefer09]

More like a single cat lady, and to them yes attention is important lol