Planning to get your hands on that shiny new Nintendo Switch 2? You may want to protect it with a case since it’s expensive, and damaging it would lead to a bigger burden on your wallet. Moreover, since the console hasn’t even launched yet, finding replacement parts in the first few days or weeks after launch is going to be challenging. So, it would be wise to add a case to your handheld before your pre-order arrives. Before choosing a case, though, you may want to consider a few parameters and ensure the cover you’re getting nails a few basic pointers.
Apart from the obvious fact that it needs to protect your new console, there are some other parameters that you can take into account before choosing the right case. They can add more utility when carrying the Switch 2 or ensure you have a better experience when gaming for long hours. That said, here’s everything you need to look for when getting a case for the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Exact compatibility with the dimensions
Don’t get last year’s model
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While the Switch 2 may look similar to the last-gen Nintendo Switch, they are both quite different in terms of dimensions. So, ensure the case you’re getting has been specifically designed for the Switch 2. There may be several case manufacturers trying to push their existing cases for the Switch with fresh branding. Stay away from those, as they may cause harm to the console even if they fit in, since they would be way too snug.
The easiest way to identify whether a case is specifically designed for the Switch 2 or not is by ensuring the product name doesn’t mention both the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Another way is to check the dimensions of the case and check if it’s larger than the Switch 2’s dimensions, which are 4.5 x 10.7 x 0.5 inches.
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Hard exterior with cushioned interiors
If you’re getting a hard shell case in which the handheld slots into, make sure that the exterior is hard, but the interior is soft and has a smooth microfiber texture. The exterior needs to be hard to protect the Switch 2 from any sort of damage if it is dropped. However, the interior needs to be soft to protect the display and the rest of the console. You don’t want the display to get scratched by rubbing against a coarse material.
A softer material on the inside also allows for better shock absorption in the case of a drop. Some cases have TPU on the inside that provides extra cushioning for the console inside when it moves around while traveling. At the same time, also ensure the case isn’t too heavy, or else it may be a pain to carry in your backpack during long travels.
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Storage compartments for accessories
Carry your SD cards and cables
Along with adding protection, some cases provide additional features, like a lanyard for carrying the case with ease, or extra storage compartments to carry accessories. The latter, especially, is extremely handy if you have multiple microSD Express cards for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Along with SD cards, you can also store accessories like a microfiber cloth to clean the screen, some earphones to plug into the handheld, or even a small charging cable to use with a power bank.
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Added grip for comfort
Play for long hours
Most cases for the Switch 2 that you’ll find will probably have a clamshell design where the handheld rests inside the case, and there’s a zip or some other sort of mechanism to keep the console in place. However, you may also find silicone cases that wrap around the device like a standard smartphone case. If you end up getting a case like that, ensure it adds a good amount of grip to the handheld.
Any amount of extra grip would ensure you have a better gaming experience. With long gaming sessions, an added grip ensures the console doesn’t slip in your hands even if your palms get sweaty. Moreover, the silicone or TPU layer adds extra protection if you accidentally drop the console.
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Built-in stand for tabletop mode
Prop it up
The Switch 2 comes with a tabletop mode, which essentially lets you place the console on a surface and play from afar without the need for a TV. Nintendo has also included a robust built-in stand that allows you to keep the console on a table or any flat surface. However, a case may come in the way of the built-in stand, especially if it attaches to the handheld.
So, it’s important to make sure that the case you’re getting either has an equally good kickstand built into it or has an adequate cutout that allows you to use the native kickstand. If you’re going to be using the console in tabletop mode often, this is an extremely important feature.
Get the best for your Switch 2
Since the Nintendo Switch 2 has just been introduced, a lot of popular brands may not have released their cases for the handheld yet. So, whichever case you pick, ensure that it meets the parameters mentioned above, and you should be good to go. Not only do you get good protection, but you can also carry around some accessories, which is handy when traveling.
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