Metaphor: ReFantazio on Switch 2 is better than expected, but it needs some more optimization

Key Points:

• Metaphor: ReFantazio launches on Nintendo Switch 2 this week with a lower price than other versions and includes touchscreen support, but lacks the dash toggle feature found on PC.
• The Switch 2 port offers three graphics modes, with the "graphics" mode providing the best visual stability despite inconsistent frame rates, while the "performance" mode looks poor and still struggles to maintain smooth gameplay.
• Compared to PS4 and PS5 versions, the Switch 2 version has better temporal stability and less shimmering, though it runs at a lower resolution similar to PS4, and its load times during gameplay are slower than other platforms.
• Performance-wise, only the PS4 version on PS5 delivers a stable 60fps, with the Switch 2 version remaining unstable across all modes; a frame rate cap option is currently missing but hoped for in future updates.
• Overall, Metaphor: ReFantazio on Switch 2 is better than expected but requires further optimization, especially regarding load times, UI resolution, and frame rate consistency to improve the player experience.