Gamers get hold of Nintendo’s hotly awaited Switch 2

Retailers geared up for a rush of excited fans

Gamers finally got their hands on Nintendo’s new Switch 2 on Thursday, the console that could score record early sales for the Japanese Super Mario creator.

The device, which features a bigger screen and more processing power, is an upgrade to the Switch that became a global phenomenon with hit games such as Animal Crossing.

The original Switch has sold 152 million units since its 2017 release, making it the third best-selling console ever.

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