The Change Pro was widely rumored not long ago as a mid-generation upgrade to the Switch’s existing console, which launched in 2017.
Reports indicated that Nintendo was planning to release a more powerful variant with an improved screen, but despite there being many sources confirming this – including developers who were apparently informed – the Switch Pro was not imminent, and the arrival of an OLED version seemed to signal Until another hardware update won’t be on the way for some time.
Now, the gang behind Digital Foundry claims the system was in Nintendo’s plans at one point, but was eventually scrapped. For now, there are no plans to release a stronger version of the Switch until its successor arrives.
This rumor has been confirmed to Digital Foundry by more than one anonymous developer.
As for Nintendo’s next console, Digital Foundry says don’t expect to see it next year.
Digital Foundry also speculates that Nintendo is “worried” about moving from Switch to its next system. It’s a reasonable guess, given that Nintendo went from boom (with the Wii) to bust (with the Wii U) and back again with the Switch, but you’d think the company is pretty wise. Stick to the hybrid approach, since it’s proven and essentially its own niche. But who knows?
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