1-2-Switch is reportedly getting a sequel

1-2-Switch, the Nintendo Switch mini-game collection, is reportedly getting a sequel.

That’s according to previously reliable leaker Zippo, who posted on their blog this week claiming that a follow-up to the launch title is in development.

“1-2-Switch is one of the most dull, lifeless, forgettable games I have ever played, and yet, it’s getting a sequel for some reason. It sold well, I think?” they wrote.

1-2-Switch was a minigame collection that highlighted the features of the joy-con controllers, including HD rumble. Minigames included things like shaking the controller to determine how many ice cubes were inside (as determined by rumble) and a wild west duel minigame.

The game was met with mixed to poor reviews, and its score currently sits at 58 on Metacritic.

Despite this, Nintendo sold 3.18 million copies of 1-2-Switch by the end of 2019, making it one of the best-selling games on the console at the time.

Insider Emily Rogers recently tweeted that she was “curious to see the critical reception to an upcoming casual game,” adding: “I doubt this sequel will win over many new fans.”

https://twitter.com/EmilyRogersBlog/status/1481275352316059648

In its latest financial results published last week, Nintendo said Switch has become its best-selling home console in history.

The console has shipped over 103 million units – surpassing Wii’s 101 million total – of which 98 million had been used at least once in the past year.

Nintendo stated last May that investment in Switch’s successor had contributed to a record annual research and development spend at the company.

And during its previous financial results briefing in November, Nintendo said it was still internally discussing the concept and launch timing for its next gaming system.