Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: 1080p Outshines Hori's 480p Piranha Plant

Hori’s Piranha Plant camera for Nintendo Switch 2 offers a resolution of only 480p, significantly lower than Nintendo’s official Switch 2 camera.

The UK My Nintendo Store detailed the resolutions for both cameras:

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Hori’s Pir Cupsanha Plant camera, officially licensed by Nintendo, is more affordable than Nintendo’s $49.99 camera. Notably, the Nintendo Switch 2 supports its own camera accessory or any compatible USB-C camera. Both cameras are set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5.

The Piranha Plant camera offers unique features. Its webcam component detaches from the pot, allowing placement directly on the Switch 2 for enhanced portability compared to Nintendo’s camera. Additionally, the plant’s mouth can close to cover the lens.

Nintendo enthusiasts expressed disbelief at the Piranha Plant’s 480p resolution. “How is a 480p camera even a thing in 2025?” asked redditor Ramen536Pie. “It’s probably tougher to make than a 1080p one.”

“That’s honestly comical,” quipped LizardsoftheGhost. “Feels like this was meant for the Wii U era.”

“Isn’t 480p basically illegal now?” joked pokemonfitness1420.

At last week’s Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2’s GameChat feature, activated by pressing the C button on the new Joy-Con.

Players can watch each other play the same or different games and, with a camera, see one another. A built-in microphone, reliable across various gaming environments, enhances the experience. The C button’s chat menu serves as a comprehensive multiplayer hub, potentially marking Nintendo’s strongest online feature in years.

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