MediaMarkt has launched a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle that, at first glance, seems like a bargain, but it hides conditions that limit its appeal. The offer does not allow you to choose the included game, which is Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and the console's battery offers only three hours of autonomy. This makes it an option only for those who want to play that title right away without worrying about battery life.
Three-hour battery: the portable's technical limit 🔋
The three-hour autonomy of the Switch 2 is a balance between performance and battery size. With a more powerful processor than its predecessor, the console consumes more energy to maintain smooth graphics. However, this figure is below the market average, where portables like the Steam Deck offer between 4 and 6 hours. For long sessions, you'll depend on a charger or an external battery, which reduces mobility.
The fixed menu: like it or not, you're stuck with Mario 🍔
The catch of the bundle is that you choose the console, but not the game. It's like going to a burger joint and being told: you can choose between fries and a drink, but the burger is always cheese. If Super Mario Bros. Wonder doesn't appeal to you, the bundle loses its purpose. And with three hours of battery, you might just have time to get through the first world before looking for an outlet.