Nintendo Switch 2 now hosts Skyrim Anniversary Edition, shadow-dropped with expectations of notable improvements over the Switch 1 version, including a major visual upgrade.

Several players report input lag with mouse controls, fueling calls for a patch to unlock framerate and fix input issues.

Performance remains a concern, with a 30 FPS cap on Switch 2, not matching the 60 FPS or higher seen on most other platforms.

Fans express disappointment over ongoing technical limitations despite the perceived visual and load-time enhancements.

Future fixes hinge on Bethesda patches aimed at improving performance and stability.

Potential buyers are advised to wait for patches before purchasing the Switch 2 version.

On Switch 2, visuals are sharper thanks to upgraded models and textures, aligning with other Anniversary Edition ports for modern hardware.

A free Switch 2 update boosts visuals with crisper textures, better shadows, and advanced lighting across the world.

There is speculation about why the file size is so large, with no definitive explanation tying it to Switch 2 hardware or Bethesda’s engine.

The price for the Switch 2 edition is about R1 029.

Storage footprint sits at 53 GB on Switch 2, larger than other platforms, with download size also notably bigger than Switch 1 and Steam.

Critics flag the port as poorly optimized for Switch 2, citing engine-related problems and broad dissatisfaction with the port.