Now, it’s difficult to pack the power of a PlayStation 5 or an Xbox X|S in a handheld device, but the new Switch should be much more powerful than its predecessor. Initial reactions to the console preview were mostly favorable, though news about potential game compatibility limitations with the Switch 2 has sparked disappointment among players.

The first Switch was a revelation. When it launched, I marveled over being able to play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on my TV and then take the console out of the dock