A hybrid device that allows users to play games either portably or on a television screen/monitor by ‘docking’ the core unit, the Switch’s unique qualities and exclusive access to various IPs (Mario, Metroid, Smash Bros., Kirby; the usual) remain its biggest system-selling properties. This is despite its hardware being markedly inferior to Sony and Microsoft’s PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S respectively and continues to perform remarkably well at retail.
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This finding was subsequently independently verified by known industry insider Wario64 though the page in question has since been taken down. Whether this action was taken by the retailer without prompt or as a result of Nintendo requesting its removal isn’t clear but considering legal actions taken previously in an effort to protect brands like Super Mario, it wouldn’t at all be surprising to learn that the latter was true. Likewise, it’s always feasible that leaks like these have been doctored in some form or fashion, so take everything with a pinch of salt.
Nintendo Switch Pro is rumored to launch this fall likely following a proceeding reveal event. The obvious choice of venue for this would be during E3 2021 though an independent digital showcase similar to Direct Presentations for Pokemon and other big-name franchises definitely shouldn’t be crossed off the list of possibilities either. With any luck, gamers will get a clearer picture of Nintendo plans within the next few weeks.
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