Nintendo Sets Higher Bar for Switch 2, Slop-Free eShop in Sight

Nintendo says Switch 2 will be more selective about which games launch on its new console to avoid a repeat of the Switch 1 eShop’s shovelware era. Dev kits are circulating and titles like New Blood’s Dusk have demonstrated Switch 2 performance, but Nintendo remains cagey about launches. The Switch 2 eShop is showing improved curation and a red banner to identify Switch 2 titles, yet concerns persist about AI-generated or low-quality Switch 1 games leaking over. Fans hope ongoing pruning and better filters will elevate the catalog, especially for indie games.