Initially, I hadn’t planned on getting a Switch 2, at least not at launch.

That changed after last week’s Nintendo Direct announcements.

I don’t say that to denigrate Nintendo or question their business model.

Donkey Kong jumping out of a Switch 2 with a background of $100 bills.

The Switch 2 is just now getting games likeCyberpunk 2077andElden Ringyears after they released on other platforms.

Aside from saving a bit onMario Kart Worldwith the bundle, I was also worried about scalpers.

I also qualified forNintendo’s Switch 2 priority pre-order, so I figured I might as well use it.

Mario drifting in Mario Kart World gameplay on a Switch 2.

There have also been rumors circulating aboutGTA 6’s $100 price tag.

Especially as the hobby in general is starting to become more expensive.

Sources:PC Gamer,IGN

Nintendo Switch 2 in front of a Steam Library grid

Switch 2 with money

Custom image by Katarina Cimbaljevic

A docked Nintendo Switch 2 next to joy cons and a camera.

Princess Zelda with the Sheikah Slate and Breath of the Wild’s Hyrule in the background.

Nintendo Switch 2 with a pink and blue background.

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