The Nintendo Switch has been a monumental success, and it is the home of several popular exclusive franchises including The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and Ring Fit Adventure. However, many are still looking forward to new hard from the Big N, with some citing Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's performance as a major issue associated with it (true or otherwise). A new Ring Fit Adventure game would be a great way to show gamers that the Switch is not down for the count and that it can still find relevance among graphical powerhouses like the PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Ring Fit Adventure is a unique title that turns exercising into a fun game, and its commercial success demonstrates that there is a demand for more games that provide niche experiences like that. Nintendo would be leaving money on the table by not following up Ring Fit Adventure with a worthy sequel.
The Relevance of the Nintendo Switch Comes Into Question
The Switch is a relatively unique device, as its main draw is the fact that it is a hybrid console that can be played portably or hooked up to a television. Nintendo has chosen this form factor at the cost of reduced processing power. Despite the technical limitations, the console has managed to churn out some astoundingly great games including Luigi's Mansion 3 and Breath of the Wild, to name a few. Nevertheless, there are some titles, like The Outer Worlds, that struggle to perform on the Switch.
As a general rule of thumb, gamers have known that while third-party games may occasionally have issues on the Switch, first-party games can be reliably expected to provide near-flawless experiences. This has been proven true for the most part, but things have taken a turn with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Although they are the fastest-selling mainline entries in the Pokemon series to date, they have technical issues and poor graphics that have diminished the fun of exploring Paldea. This has led to speculation that the Nintendo Switch is just too underpowered for the modern gaming scene, and that it is time for a Switch successor. On the other hand, it also comes down to optimization on Game Freak's side. Although a new Switch would be nice, Nintendo still has ways to prove that the Switch is relevant either way.
Ring Fit Adventure 2 and Nintendo Switch
Ring Fit Adventure is a Switch exclusive that highlights the best features of the hybrid console and demonstrates that cutting-edge graphics aren't necessary for a fun experience. Players strap one Joy-Con to their leg and slide the other into a special ring. Once this is done, gamers can participate in several games that build their strength and stamina in different ways. Since its release, Ring Fit Adventure has been one of the bestselling titles on the console, with over 14 million copies sold. Its popularity was, in part, boosted by the COVID-19 pandemic which forced people to stay indoors. With Ring Fit Adventure, gamers don't need to hit the gym to get a good workout.
Ring Fit Adventure successfully drew many gamers to the platform and illustrated that, while the Switch may not be capable of producing the best graphics, it does excel at offering truly unique experiences. To quieten the cries for a Switch 2, Nintendo should release a brilliant sequel to Ring Fit Adventure. This would prove that the hybrid console still has a lot of life left in it, and it is still able to surprise gamers in new ways.
Other gaming companies have also attempted to innovate gaming. Sony has the DualSense controller, which offers new sensory inputs, while Microsoft's success with Game Pass has led to a slew of other gaming subscription services. Despite this, Nintendo continues to be the brand that shows the most creativity and willingness to walk along new paths. With Ring Fit Adventure 2, Nintendo could remind gamers of precisely where the Switch's strengths lie.
Ring Fit Adventure is available on Nintendo Switch.
