
The next step in portable gaming
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Nintedo Switch 2
With recent news of the Nintendo switch 2 reveal trailer the next step in portable gaming is on the horizon.
Boasting a rise in graphics in handheld mode from the Nintendo switch one having 60hz refresh rate with a 720p screen to the switch 2 boasting 120hz refresh rate with a 1080p screen.
The graphical update seems to put a foundation in place that allows all Nintendo releases to have a level footing, Zelda breath of the wild really showcased what could be done on the switch but unfortunately that was really the pinnacle, where as Pokémon didn`t see the same level which caused a problem in the community.
Hopefully with the graphical advancement this will allow all of Nintendo studios to hit the ground running with some major titles already shown off with improvements in which I was impressed by the improvement shown for Pokémon
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New Machine means new features
One feature I was surprised by was the new mouse like effect the switch 2 JoyCons whilst this is a great advancement in terms of features it leaves me with the question of, How are people with mobility issues going to be able to use these features to full advantage?
Whilst showing off the new mechanics they gave us a hint of what the upcoming release of Drag x Drive which is a wheelchair basketball game that allows you to not only move by dragging both JoyCons but turning using them in different directions and the best bit you get to recreate your favourite NBA player shots with a swanky flick of the wrist, whilst also being able to signal to teammates that you are open for a shot by waving your hand and then rolling up the wall and going for the biggest of dunks
I do have some reservations about the new JoyCons such as battery life and accessibility but more to how many games are Nintendo willing to gamble on games that take full of advantage of this system.
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See them and speak to them
Whether in TV mode, tabletop mode or handheld mode, you can video chat with friends, or use other in-game camera features, by plugging this camera into the USB-C port on top of the console.
Its compact size makes the camera easy to move and place where you need it to be. The wide-angle lens can be freely adjusted to get everyone in on the action, no matter the room size. Plus, a high-sensitivity image sensor can adjust the brightness automatically to detect faces.
When you're not using the camera, you can cover the lens with the built-in privacy shutter.
Alongside the microphone, the switch 2 comes with a in-built microphone
If you would like to look into what accessories are available for the switch 2 find out at their official shop below
