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The gaming community eagerly awaits Nintendo Switch 2's June 5 launch, fingers poised over controllers for that crucial first experience. Notably, Nintendo has confirmed there won't be early review units available—a departure from standard console launches. This means we won't be able to evaluate Mario Kart World, Welcome Tour, or enhanced Zelda titles ahead of release, delaying our traditional launch coverage.
This creates challenges for us and other media outlets including Digital Foundry. Normally, we take pride in delivering comprehensive hardware impressions exactly when consumers need them most—as they're deciding how to spend their time and money. Providing this guidance is fundamental to our work at IGN.
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We've adapted to similar situations before, and will deliver the next best option. While not ideal, we'll work swiftly yet thoroughly once our preorders arrive. Expect: Logan Plant's Mario Kart World review-in-progress, performance comparisons for upgraded Zelda titles and ports like Cyberpunk 2077/Hogwarts Legacy, plus complete hardware testing from our specialists—including Tom Marks (console), Michael Higham (controllers), and our full accessory evaluation team.
We aim to publish most reviews within the launch week while monitoring emerging questions from early adopters worldwide. Though the workload is substantial, our team is prepared to deliver the high-quality analysis you expect.
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