The Nintendo Switch will release its successor, the Switch 2, in the next few months.In 2024, the Switch struggled to run games on its almost-eight-year-old hardware.2024 brought no major changes to the Switch itself or any significant game releases.The Switch 2 is expected to be a more straightforward upgrade than previous consoles.The eShop is poorly optimized and the interface feels cluttered.Nintendo spent most of 2024 trying to stop Switch emulation enthusiasts and ROM pirates.Switch Online expanded to include Game Boy Advance classics.Switch's 2024 catalog was a mix of remakes and smaller spin-offs with indie games filling the gaps.The hardware's ability to deliver a seamless gaming experience has eroded over time,Despite the Switch's shortcomings, its current catalog has an incredible breadth and variety.