"Marvel Rivals Developer Open to Nintendo Switch 2 Release"

The widely popular hero shooter Marvel Rivals has been a smashing hit on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. However, its developer NetEase has firmly stated that it won't be coming to the current Nintendo Switch, much to the disappointment of Nintendo fans. But there's hope on the horizon with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

During the recent DICE Summit in Las Vegas, we had the chance to discuss this with Marvel Rivals producer Weicong Wu. The news is promising for Switch enthusiasts: a release on the Nintendo Switch 2 could be on the cards.

Wu explained, "We're already in contact with Nintendo and working on some development kits. And whenever we find that we could provide great performance for our game on Switch 2, we're open to that. The reason why we didn't launch it onto the Switch, it was the first generation of that device they cannot provide a great experience for our gameplay. So if it could achieve that goal, we're open to that."

The Nintendo Switch 2 was officially announced last month, and though specifics on its capabilities are still under wraps, it's shaping up to be a more powerful version of the beloved console. An intriguing feature is the potential for mouse-like controller functionality, which could enhance the experience of playing shooters like Marvel Rivals, making it more akin to PC gaming. However, the exact implementation remains to be seen.

While the Nintendo Switch 2 doesn't have a set release date yet, a Nintendo Direct is scheduled for April 2, which might shed more light on this eagerly awaited console. Meanwhile, Marvel Rivals is currently available on other platforms, and we've given it a glowing review, scoring it an 8/10. We praised it for "following closely in the slipstream of the hero shooters that have come before it, but by doing so Marvel Rivals has firmly placed itself in a strong position to take the crown for itself." Fans can look forward to the addition of The Human Torch and The Thing to the roster on February 21.