Gathering Hundreds Tonight Past Midnight: Query on Reason Behind Crowd Formation
Let's Get the Lowdown on the Fresh Nintendo Switch 2 Release!
By Stef
Midnight at Alexanderplatz sparked an unusual spectacle, with hundreds of gaming fanatics queuing outside Saturn, eagerly waiting for the NintendoSwitch 2 drop!
Central Berlin's Core reignited hype on a Thursday evening, as hundreds lined up outside Saturn to snag the console on its official release date (June 5th). To keep the intensity spinning, game industry influencers and stewards kept the energy lifted and excitement brewing among the crowd. Games company employees even doled out waiting tickets to maintain order and discourage chaos. If you thought they'd go without dinner, they got you covered—free water, cereal bars, and a range of merchandise kept everyone in good spirits.
Camping it Out isn't for nothing; some savvy gamers brought camping stools or cushions to make their waiting time more comfortable. The strategy paid off, as the night unfolded without a hitch, and the atmosphere remained positively electric.
The Scene of nearly 500 Patrons
Ever since Nintendo unveiled the new console in early April, fans have been buzzing, counting the days to its release. Reportedly, there were over two million pre-orders just in Japan!
As early as Wednesday evening, around 7 PM, the first fans started gathering outside the Saturn store. Come 9 PM, there were about 40 individuals. By midnight, the queue hit a massive number, surpassing 500, stretching all the way to Otto-Braun-Straße!
Delivery drivers from Lieferando and a fleet of Vespas were positioned at the loading dock, trading spaces with the influx of customers post-midnight. As time struck twelve, the first Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders were delivered, while the front-runners entered the Saturn store, guided by an escalator up to the third floor.
What's the scoop on this "Switch 2"?
Tech Specifications wise, the Switch 2 boasts a 7.9-inch (approximately 20 cm) screen, accompanied by 256GB of built-in storage.
Gameplay enthusiasts can look forward to a new Mario Kart installment—Mario Kart World. Set to be an open-world game, it introduces a much-needed twist, allowing players to roam the world map instead of sticking to traditional tracks.
Pocket change? Not quite. Budgeting €469.99 for just the console, or €509.99 for a bundle with "Mario Kart World," will lighten wallets quite a bit. Despite the steep price, the console is already sold out or fetching exorbitant prices (over 200€ more) on some online platforms!
Nintendo's game legacy dates back to 1977. It shot to fame worldwide in 1985 with the smash hit Super Mario Bros. Mario, the pixelated, mustached Italian plumber, remains Nintendo's charm and trademark to this day.
Consumer Warning from Nintendo: Take extra care with your new console! Nintendo advises users not to remove the protective film on the screen, as it safeguards against glass fragments in the event of a drop, and failure to comply may void the manufacturer's warranty.
- As the Nintendo Switch 2 release date approached, eager fans brought along various gadgets, including smartphones, to keep themselves entertained while waiting in line.
- Technology played a significant role in the event, as the 7.9-inch screen of the new Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to provide an immersive gaming experience for players, setting a new standard in the industry.
