Nintendo has introduced a new version of the Nintendo Switch and MeinMMO author Dariusz Müller is immediately enthusiastic about the design. What makes her so special?
Who writes here? MeinMMO author Dariusz Müller is a longtime Pokémon fan. Since his first edition, blue on the classic Gameboy, he has played almost all Pokémon games and also watched the anime of the popular franchise for several hours.
What is the Switch version? Nintendo has unveiled a new version of the Nintendo Switch with a theme to match the upcoming Pokémon games Crimson and Crimson. And what can I say… I’ll do my best to get hold of one.
Why is the console so interesting for me? I’ve been a Pokémon fan for years, but until now I’ve been reluctant to buy a Switch. The console just couldn’t convince me so far.
Nevertheless, I’ve been watching the market for months and hoping for a discount, after all, the release of crimson and purple is imminent. For the 9th generation of pocket monsters, I not only want to get back into the franchise, I also have to catch up on the games Sword and Shield and Legends: Arceus.
Of course, Nintendo has now managed to dissuade me from my austerity plan and I’m even tempted to get one of the more expensive versions of the Switch. I can’t explain exactly why I want the special version. I just love the design, although the Pokémon style certainly helped with the persuasion.
So that you can even get an idea of how Nintendo was able to convince me with the special design, I’m including a few pictures that were published on Nintendo.com:
Nintendo Switch OLED Pokémon Crimson and Crimson
As you can see from the pictures, not only the switch and its back are wrapped in the special design, but also the Joy-Cons and the dock.
So the Joy-Cons are also a real eye-catcher, but personally I will probably get a handheld controller for the Switch, since the design of the back is the main thing for me. The controller also makes it easier to grip the console.
In general, the following things are also included in the scope of order for the switch in the special design:
To my disappointment, I found that the Switch doesn’t come bundled with Pokémon Crimson or Crimson. Nintendo emphasizes that the games must be purchased separately.
What model of Switch is this? The Pokemon-themed Switch version is the OLED model, which is specially designed for users who want to frequently use a Switch in handheld mode.
MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann shows you what other advantages the Switch OLED has in his comparison of the two models:
Nintendo Switch OLED vs Nintendo Switch – Which console is worth it for me?
When is the release? Nintendo states on its website that the special version of the switch will be available from November. Nintendo has not yet given an exact date when the console can be ordered.
What do we know about the price? At the moment there is no price known for the special version of the switch. The switch in the special design for the colorful shooter Splatoon 3 is sold on Amazon for €349.00. The Pokémon version could also be in this price range.
The normal Switch OLED usually costs around €339.99. So I have to pay a small surcharge for the special design.
What do you think of the new Switch version? Do you find them visually as impressive as I do or does the purple and red style scare you away? Write it to us here on MeinMMO in the comments!
If you feel the same way as me and are also thinking about buying a switch, MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotman has a little tip for you that you can use to significantly increase your battery life.
A small function of the switch helps you to extend the battery life significantly