Must-have games and accessories for new Nintendo Switch 2 owners
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Key Points:
- Nintendo Switch 2 will see a $50 price increase in September 2026, rising from $450 to $500, giving buyers a limited window to purchase at the current price.
- Top recommended games for the Switch 2 include Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Pokemon Pokopia, Kirby Air Riders, and upgraded versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.
- Essential accessories highlighted are screen protectors, microSD Express cards (required for the new console), thumb grips, and ergonomic grips like Savage Raven FissionGrip and Satisfye ZenGrip 2.
- Nintendo Switch 2 does not support standard microSD cards, necessitating the purchase of newer, faster microSD Express cards for optimal game performance and storage expansion.
- Despite the console price hike, the cost of games and accessories is expected to remain stable, with some digital game prices even lowered by Nintendo.