I spent three weeks testing the Nintendo Switch 2, considering design, performance and more. It's a solid successor—but with some caveats.

Nintendo Switch 2 is in the early stages of its lifecycle, which means the competition to be named the best Nintendo Switch 2 game isn’t quite as intense as it’s sure to be a little ways down the road. However, it’s already amassed a solid library of worthwhile games, and it’s growing every week.

A long-rumored Nintendo Direct is taking place this month after all. The Mario maker announced a partner showcase will take place on July 31, marking the first new Nintendo Direct since the Switch 2 launched in early June.