As we look forward to more Nintendo Switch 2-exclusive titles, it’s an opportune moment to examine how some older Switch 1 titles perform on the upgraded console.

After a few weeks of consumer experiences, many have put various games to the test on the enhanced Switch 2. The Digital Foundry YouTube channel has published a nearly 40-minute video that showcases several Switch 1 games that have received free upgrade patches for Switch 2, illustrating their performance and visuals on the new system.

Their discoveries are also accessible in article format on Eurogamer, allowing you to choose your preferred method of engaging with this information.

The games evaluated by DF included The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening and Echoes of Wisdom, both of which experienced frame rate problems on the original Switch. They discovered, and I can verify, that both titles now operate at higher resolutions and maintain a steady 60 frames per second. Another noteworthy game is Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury. While the Bowser’s Fury expansion was impressive, it performed poorly on Switch 1, capped at 30FPS in handheld mode. This is not the case anymore; it currently runs at 60FPS in both docked and handheld modes, along with an increase in resolution.

These examples illustrate how the Switch 2’s capabilities can greatly enhance older games you might have overlooked due to performance limitations. I also strongly suggest checking out the revamped versions of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, which exhibit significant enhancements.

Mario Kart World is enjoyable, but this indicates there’s much more to discover with your Switch 2 at this moment.