Oh wow. So, Nintendo’s given a heads-up that their Switch 2 could pretty much turn into a mini heat machine in crazy hot weather. I mean, who knew playing outdoors could feel like sunbathing with a console? Anyway, they threw out a tweet—yes, they’re still calling it “X,” because why not—saying basically, “Hey folks, our Switch and Switch 2 like cool vibes, so keep them between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius.” Seriously, Japan’s been roasting past 35 degrees, so maybe don’t fry your console out there.
People have been grumbling about this since, like, July. The darn thing’s been overheating like it’s running a marathon, going full blast with its fan and still flaking out sometimes—crashes galore whether it’s docked or not. One dude mentioned it got so hot, it was like holding a fresh cup of coffee. And this isn’t just happening with heavy hitters like Cyberpunk 2077, but also with lighter stuff, like playing a cheerful game of Pokémon or Splatoon. Go figure.
Now, obviously, this spells trouble for folks where the sun stays relentless, like folks in the Middle East or South Asia. Unless you’re chilling in some air-conditioned oasis, good luck not turning your Switch 2 into a hot plate. And, let’s be real, with the way climate’s acting up, it doesn’t look like it’s getting any cooler anytime soon.
Switch 2 did get a shiny new hardware upgrade. Yay, right? Except, compared to the latest gadgets like the GPD Win 5 and Ayaneo Next 2, it’s like bringing a knife to a gunfight. Sure, fans love it for Nintendo-exclusive titles but throw in some AAA goliaths, and it’s like asking a middle schooler to power-lift. The hardware gets pushed to its limits, and well, we all know how that goes.
So yeah, if you’re all about staying updated on geek gadgets, Tom’s Hardware is the place. Go ahead, hit the Follow button. Just don’t do it while your console’s melting in the sun.
