Regret buying the Switch 2? If anything, I regret not getting it sooner. I picked up my Hong Kong model Nintendo Switch 2 in late June last year for around ¥3,150. Right out of the box, the feel was a huge upgrade over the original Switch—it’s way more comfortable to hold for long sessions.
Lots of people on Xiaohongshu stressed over the screen, but I think the Switch 2 LCD panel is great. The only real flaw is outdoor visibility: even on cloudy days, max brightness still leaves the screen hard to read. Stay indoors, though, and it holds up just as well as an OLED screen.
Users who switched from the original Switch all say the same thing: way less eye strain. The old model’s OLED had awful flickering and washed-out visuals; the Switch 2’s LCD fixes that entirely, making handheld play way easier on the eyes.
I did run into one small issue: unresponsive shoulder buttons. Quick fixes include just pressing them repeatedly or a simple DIY tweak, but since I mostly use the Switch 2 Pro Controller, it barely affects me.
My 2025 Switch playtime report shows I logged most hours after the Switch 2 launched. It hasn’t collected dust once, but I’ve mainly stuck to enhanced ports (like Divinity: Original Sin 2) and multi-platform hits (Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hades 2) for the system.
I bought first-party titles like Donkey Kong and Mario Kart World, but barely touched them—they just didn’t grab me.
Honestly, the 2026 Switch 2 first-party lineup still isn’t mind-blowing. The only exclusive I’m excited about in the first quarter is Pokémon Pokopia. The other big one, Rhythm Heaven: Miracle Stars, also works on the original Switch.
But let’s be clear: the Switch 2’s biggest strength is its on-the-go handheld play. Pick it up and play anytime—it’s incredibly convenient. Among everyone I know, almost no one regrets buying a Switch 2.
It does get expensive, though: a ¥3,000+ console plus just two full-price games pushes you to ¥4,000 quickly. It’s a real investment.
If you’re worried your Switch 2 will sit unused and don’t want to waste money, I suggest trying before you buy.
Our partner app Mushroom Time has a low-cost, deposit-free Switch 2 rental plan: just ¥6.38 per day—37% cheaper than the industry average. With Zhima Credit, you can even get full deposit waiver.
Rent a Switch 2 and save up to ¥4,000! On Mushroom Time you can also buy cheap pre-owned Switch game cards. All purchases come with a 60-day price-protection return: sell cards back at full price within 60 days.
Extra game cards? One-tap recycling with auto-grading and fast payment. Professional checks and instant transfers make it totally hassle-free.
Play for a few days: if you love the Switch 2, buy it. If not, just return the rental.
One final note: Switch 2 jailbreaking is nowhere in sight. Renting a Switch 2 and buying cheap pre-owned cards is easily the most affordable way to try Nintendo’s new console.
