Nintendo Switch 2 Camera – Three official models available for pre-order
Blog Andrew Joseph 24 May , 2025 0
If you're expecting the new GameChat feature of the Nintendo Switch 2 but haven't picked up the camera yet, there are now three official USB-C cameras to choose from. Nintendo's First-Party Switch 2 Camera It has been sold out several times since opening last month, but you can order $55 accessories at several different retailers.
In addition, Hori's upcoming lineup Officially licensed Nintendo Switch 2 accessories Includes two unique cameras. One of them is twice as cute Super Mario Piranha Plant Decorationwhile the other one HORI USB Camera is a portable option Used for TV, handheld and desktop modes.
It is worth noting that the Switch 2 will support selected third-party USB-C cameras, including existing existing cameras that are not suitable for Switch 2. Nintendo will provide the “Test USB Camera” feature in system settings so you can check if the device supports it.
$55 | Published on June 5
The official Nintendo Switch 2 camera has a 1080p resolution lens and is connected to the console via USB-C. The stylish camera is designed as the GameChat feature of Switch 2, with an adjustable lens that can be tilted to different angles. It can capture small areas with one or two people in the frame as well as wide rooms.
The official camera can use the new C menu button in Switch 2 Pro Controller,,,,, Joy-Con 2and officially licensed third-party controllers Horipad Turbo and Powera Super Mario Theme Controller. The C button activates GameChat, although the video part of the new communication suite is optional.
With GameChat, you can use the Switch 2’s built-in microphone to talk to friends, share your gameplay and video chat (provided you have a camera).
Camera-based gaming features will also be available in selected games Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV.
$60 | Published on June 11
Hori's Piranha Plant Camera offers super Mario fans a very cute display piece. It even has 2 logos on the warp tube. However, the drawbacks of this officially licensed camera are quite large: it only supports 480p resolution, so this is much worse from a technical point of view than the one made by Nintendo.
If you want it mainly because it's twice as good as a cool decor, it's worth noting Lego Super Mario Piranha Factory Amazon costs $48 ($60).
Speaking of Amazon: reason Amazon brings Piranha plant camera It's because it's made by Hori. Amazon still sells officially licensed third-party Nintendo accessories, but does not have first-party accessories. That's why you can't find Amazon's official Switch 2 camera.
$60 | Published on June 30
Although Amazon sold out pre-orders for the Piranha Plant camera, other Hori cameras are available on Amazon and Best Buy. Like the Piranha Plant camera, Hori's compact switch 2 USB camera is limited to 480p resolution.
So why do you want this $60 camera than the official camera? Of course, it doesn't have the visual style of the Piranha Plant camera, but it has its own potentially appealing focus: portability. This tiny USB-C camera can be used when switch 2 and handheld and desktop modes are docked. In handheld and desktop modes, the camera essentially becomes a dongle, so it looks like a webcam attached to a laptop. It also has a removable privacy lens cover.
The first-party Nintendo camera also supports desktop and handheld cameras. Mode, but from a travel standpoint, it's obviously not that friendly. You either need to hold it or place it on a flat surface, which can cause inconvenience in some cases. You may not want to throw Nintendo’s camera in your backpack due to the long neck.
For more switch 2 gears, please check out Our summary of all first-party accessories It is scheduled to launch with the new console on June 5. We have a list too All Nintendo Switch 2 games are available for pre-order Now.