Nintendo Switch owners are likely not going to enjoy Bungie’s upcoming online shooter Destiny 2. A release is not planned.
However, this is allegedly not (only) due to the console’s performance, but because it is a portable device.
Destiny 2 is an online shooter and requires a stable internet connection. However, such a connection cannot always be guaranteed with the Switch. Those who play mobile in the park might not have internet and could then not play. Nevertheless, the Destiny 2 developers otherwise express enthusiasm for Nintendo’s console.
Implementation is a major challenge
A similar problem currently faces Blizzard. An implementation of Overwatch for the Switch is certainly possible, but also a major challenge.
Therefore, Blizzard is also not committing to whether Overwatch will ever be implemented for the Switch. Both companies want to focus first on platforms where an implementation is possible without issues. For Bungie, this means Destiny 2 will initially launch on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
The hardware definitely plays a role
The developers are leaving a back door open. However, they do not want to spark false hopes among fans. Therefore, no one is saying, “Hey, Destiny 2 will be released for the Switch next year!” Because that will definitely not be the case.
Even though – as already mentioned – the console’s performance has not been discussed so far, this certainly plays a role in this decision.
The Switch has the weakest hardware of the current platforms, and implementing Destiny 2, which runs at only 30 fps on the PS4 Pro, well and smoothly on the Switch is certainly more than just a major challenge.
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