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[LordOcidax]

"Nintendo's first party games for the original Switch produced some of the finest gaming experiences of the last generation console era - but via a series of updates, these titles are taken to the next level on Switch 2, with 4x to 5x resolution boosts, improved frame-rates and more. And unlike the 'Switch 2 Editions', they're completely FREE. Oliver Mackenzie and John Linneman share their notes on the upgrades that caught their attention - and we think you'll be impressed."



00:00 Overview
00:50 Link's Awakening and Echoes of Wisdom
06:49 Super Mario Odyssey
11:10 HDR digression: why are these games in HDR?
15:15 Splatoon 3
19:13 Super Mario 3D World and Bowser's Fury
23:44 Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and New Super Mario Bros. U

 

[Mister Wolf]

We need those Xenoblade games updated ASAP.

 

[Mr Moose]

Very nice upgrade in res at a solid fps.

 

[ReBurn]

Super Mario Odyssey is great on Switch 2. I'm enjoying playing it again.

 

[LordOcidax]

We need those Xenoblade games updated ASAP.

They are probably going to shadow drop an upgrade patch after a Nintendo direct.

 

[Topher]

This is the stuff that is going to get most of my attention on Switch 2 for a while since I never played them on Switch 1.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Some good stuff there.

 

[CuteFaceJay]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

 

[DenchDeckard]

We need those Xenoblade games updated ASAP.

This is my biggest request. My xeno 3 playthroigh is on ice in hopes for an update.

 

[LordOcidax]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

You want a free Switch 2 too?

 

[Mr Moose]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

 

[kevboard]

with DF getting the same pixel counts I got, and there by confirming the ones I did in the other thread, I hope this shows that ElAnalistaDeBits is a channel that shouldn't be trusted even for a second. all their pixel counts were completely wrong and nonsensical, and in the past their FPS measurements were also shown to be flawed.

and I have seen so many people post their stuff on here recently... so, just know... all their analysis videos are bullshit.

I mean, I was able to disproof their measurements by looking at their very own video uploads... that's how easy it was to see they clearly just made shit up.

 

[Mr Hyde]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

I've seen a lot of stupid takes on Switch 2 but this probably takes the cake.

 

[daclynk]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

 

[KLoWn]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

You drunk?

 

[LordOcidax]

I've seen a lot of stupid takes on Switch 2 but this probably takes the cake.

 

[DonkeyPunchJr]

I've tried Odyssey and 3D World so far and they both look incredible. They look so much better on my 4K OLED.

We need those Xenoblade games updated ASAP.

Seriously, I'm surprised they haven't said anything about these games. Xenoblade X even has a hidden 60FPS mode that people speculated is for Switch 2. Come on Nintendo!

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Features a Hidden 60 FPS Mode

The Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition executable has a hidden 60 FPS mode, suggesting some sort of Switch 2 future-proofing.

wccftech.com

 

[Warspite]

I've seen a lot of stupid takes on Switch 2 but this probably takes the cake.

Given how people have been acting about it probably not the stupidest take on Switch 2 you will see today

Echos of Wisdom is looking like a pick up for me now, I was put off by all the performance talks when it came out.

 

[clarky]

C CuteFaceJay

May I suggest your inner ramblings would be better suited to this thread:

Thread 'FRIDAY NIGHT [OT2] - Official NeoGAF Weekend Kickoff REDUX'

Apr 4, 2025

Greetings once again, fellow GAFers, and WELCOME...

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A tradition as old as time itself, started by our dearly beloved 22, this is a friendly place for banter, venting, shitposting and jokes!



Relax, pull up a chair, and enjoy the company of your fellow posters. All are welcome in this arena of wholesome chaos!

And, in our celebration, let us remember our fallen soldier:

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• Dacvak
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[LordOcidax]

You drunk?

The worst part is that probably he thinks is right .

 

[nordique]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

 

[Kataploom]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

That's like saying PS5 games weren't $60 or $70 but $470 or whatever lol

 

[DonkeyPunchJr]

That's like saying PS5 games weren't $60 or $70 but $470 or whatever lol

Don't forget, many of us don't own a 4K tv yet. You're talking a good $1200 minimum for a decent one. Pretty soon that "free" upgrade is costing you upwards of $2000. Nintendo is the biggest scam in the history of gaming.

 

[LordOcidax]

Don't forget, many of us don't own a 4K tv yet. You're talking a good $1200 minimum for a decent one. Pretty soon that "free" upgrade is costing you upwards of $2000. Nintendo is the biggest scam in the history of gaming.

Add the energy bill and the house rent to the mix.

 

[StereoVsn]

Don't forget, many of us don't own a 4K tv yet. You're talking a good $1200 minimum for a decent one. Pretty soon that "free" upgrade is costing you upwards of $2000. Nintendo is the biggest scam in the history of gaming.

And what if you don't have a couch to sit in front of TV? With today's prices that's probably another $2k!

And you will probably need a better fridge to house all the cooled beverages and snacks to enjoy while playing Switch 2 on your new TV and couch!

Switch 2 is going to ruin finances of a lot of folks!!!

 

[nordique]

Don't forget, many of us don't own a 4K tv yet. You're talking a good $1200 minimum for a decent one. Pretty soon that "free" upgrade is costing you upwards of $2000. Nintendo is the biggest scam in the history of gaming.

You need a house to live in before you can even game.

Barrier of entry for a free upgrade is exceedingly high.

What's next. Paying for water and electricity bills?

Nintendo greedy as always.

 

[cireza]

Just as BC was the most awesome feature of Series X, BC is, again, the best feature of a new console. Thank God they took the risk, because this is SO unlike Nintendo to take this kind of risk. This is definitely the most indisputable strong point of the Switch.

 

[Seider]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

what?

 

[FoxMcChief]

I just quadruple dipped and got No Man's Sky for the Switch. It has a free upgrade to the Switch 2.

It's basically the PS5/Series X version now. Incredible.

 

[MSduderino]

I just quadruple dipped and got No Man's Sky for the Switch. It has a free upgrade to the Switch 2.

It's basically the PS5/Series X version now. Incredible.

Dude, it's not free. You have to buy a Switch 2 and a 4k TV to get the upgrade.

 

[clarky]

And what if you don't have a couch to sit in front of TV? With today's prices that's probably another $2k!

And you will probably need a better fridge to house all the cooled beverages and snacks to enjoy while playing Switch 2 on your new TV and couch!

Switch 2 is going to ruin finances of a lot of folks!!!

Don't forget the LSD as well.

 

[Rush2112]

before and way before

 

[digdug2]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

This is one helluva "Nintendo is so anti-consumer" take. For most of these games, their dynamic resolution was changed from 720p to 1600p or higher. It's fairly obvious that it took work on the backend to make this happen.

 

[daclynk]

Nintendo is the Biggest Scam on the planet.

 

[digdug2]

Dude, it's not free. You have to buy a Switch 2 and a 4k TV to get the upgrade.

Yeah and if you want to enjoy the sound to its full capacity while docked, you need a decent stereo! There's no way you can say that these upgrades are free!!1!!11 /s

 

[digdug2]

Nintendo is the Biggest Scam on the planet.

If you think that's true, I would like to offer you the opportunity to buy some cryptocurrency from me AKA 'pig butchering'.

 

[daclynk]

If you think that's true, I would like to offer you the opportunity to buy some cryptocurrency from me AKA 'pig butchering'.

just play along like everyone.

 

[LordOcidax]

This is one helluva "Nintendo is so anti-consumer" take. For most of these games, their dynamic resolution was changed from 720p to 1600p or higher. It's fairly obvious that it took work on the backend to make this happen.

Shhh… Some people just can't stand any positive thing related to the Switch 2 here. Be quiet…

 

[digdug2]

Shhh… Some people just can't stand any positive thing related to the Switch 2 here. Be quiet…

Oh. Right. Fuck Nintendo and their stupid Switch 2. I knew I shouldn't have gotten it day one and I'm ashamed that I'm enjoying my time with it.

 

[Radical_3d]

C CuteFaceJay

May I suggest your inner ramblings would be better suited to this thread:

Thread 'FRIDAY NIGHT [OT2] - Official NeoGAF Weekend Kickoff REDUX'

Apr 4, 2025

Greetings once again, fellow GAFers, and WELCOME...

to the FRIDAY NIGHT OT2!

A tradition as old as time itself, started by our dearly beloved 22, this is a friendly place for banter, venting, shitposting and jokes!



Relax, pull up a chair, and enjoy the company of your fellow posters. All are welcome in this arena of wholesome chaos!

And, in our celebration, let us remember our fallen soldier:

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• Dacvak
• Replies: 6,197
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I only have two questions: Why didn't I knew of this thread earlier? And why limited to Fridays, are you in a monastery?

 

[Fake]

Good stuff. I wish there was more use of DLSS in those BC titles, but still a decent upgrade.

 

[Luminoth-4545]

From the video: Switch 2 Native resolutions (Docked) compared to Switch 1 versions, (All are native 1080p in Handheld mode on Switch 2 up from a maximum of 720p on Switch 1).

Link's Awakening: 1620p up from 720p to 900p
Echoes of Wisdom: 1620p up from 720p to 900p
Super Mario Odyssey: Mostly 1800p up from 720p to 900p
Splatoon 3: Mostly 2160p up from 720p to 1080p
Super Mario 3D World: 1800p up from 720p to 1080p
Bowser's Fury: 1656p to 1800p up from 720p
Captain Toad TT: 1440p up from 1080p
NSMBU Deluxe: 2160p up from 1080p

 

[ADiTAR]

ugh, I can't with these positive NS2 threads. Let's go back to awful.

I actually don't notice the Splatoon 3 upgrade that much. It might look a bit cleaner, but honestly Nintendo games are so clean I don't know if a res boost is that apparent. At least not to me.

 

[Codes 208]

Pokemon is actually playable now.
(I dont believe its mentioned here, but from my experience)

 

[IlGialloMondadori]

I'm not enjoying the term "Free" in this context. These games are basically having their caps moved to 60 or more and their dynamic rez moved higher and locked there simply due to the uplift in raw performance. The "Free" upgrade is the entry price of the Switch 2 and last time I checked that wasn't Free.

 

[Buggy Loop]

Xenoblade series patch, give it to me now!!!

 

[LordOcidax]

Pokemon is actually playable now.
(I dont believe its mentioned here, but from my experience)

I think they dedicated a video to that game.

 

[kruis]

Is there any news about other game patches that will improve older Switch games? There are simply so many Switch games that are in desperate need of performance/resolution upgrades for Switch 2. It makes a lot of sense for publishers to patch those games to entice Switch 2 owners to buy these older games.

 

[CentralScrutinizer]

And then there's Atlus.

Raidou = 1080p on Switch 1
Raidou = 1080p on Switch 2

Separate SKUs.

 

[RedC]

I haven't played a Nintendo console since the Wii.

This may be the time I jump in and experience the Switch Games at their best experience.