Have you ever had to ask an elderly or non-gaming person to buy you games or a console? Well, the latest buzz surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 is whether you might end up with an original Switch instead if you ask them to pick up Ninty’s latest hardware.
There’s a heated debate going on about whether a box with a big number two next to ‘Nintendo Switch’ is enough to differentiate it from another box that doesn’t have the number two but still says ‘Nintendo Switch’. It may sound trivial, but it’s actually quite important.
The discussion started with a tweet from YouTuber BeatEmUps, who shared a picture of the Switch 2 box next to the classic Switch box, expressing concerns that they are “far too similar and a bit confusing for the general public.”
Twitter and ResetEra users have been pointing out that the number two on the Switch 2 box should be a clear identifier, but retail workers argue that some people may still make the mistake of buying the wrong one.
So, why am I writing about this? Well, it’s an amusing headline, and I’ve delved into this issue by asking my family members for their opinions. My sister mentioned that she would want to accompany our grandparents if they were buying a Switch 2, as they might mistake it for an OG Switch. My dad suggested that the placement of the number two could be crucial in avoiding confusion.
I also consulted with members of the VG247 team, and the consensus was that gamers would have no issue distinguishing between the two, but non-gamers might struggle. As for what Nintendo could have done differently with the packaging, there were no clear answers.
So, what’s the solution? Make sure someone who might be confused goes along to ensure the right purchase is made. It may mean giving up the surprise element, but it’s necessary.
In other news related to the Switch 2, the console has reportedly reached some online users, although they can’t play any games until it receives an update.
