Square Enix is drawing increasing criticism over its Nintendo Switch 2 strategy, with fans accusing the publisher of prioritizing new sales over rewarding existing customers. The company has been criticized for offering no upgrade path for some Switch titles, requiring players to buy separate Switch 2 editions, while several physical releases use Game-Key Cards instead of including the full game on the cartridge.
The backlash has intensified concerns over consumer value, digital ownership, and the steady decline of true physical game releases, with many fans arguing that publishers are asking players to pay more while receiving less in return.