Essential Accessories for your new Nintendo Switch 2
When I purchased my original Nintendo Switch, I quickly realized that I needed a travel storage solution. I liked the option to play in handheld mode, but did not like to risk damage, scuffs, screen scratches, etc, while on the go. This lesson was not forgotten when the Nintendo Switch 2 launched. I had looked through the Nintendo-branded cases and found many of them to be out of stock or on backorder, and I knew there would be other options. Luckily, companies like Snakebyte offered quality accessories for my new console.
Packaging:
The Nintendo Switch Starter Kit S2 from Snakebite arrived in an attractive 5 3/4 inches wide by 11 11/16 inches tall by 2 1/4 inches thick hanging-style retail package. I appreciated the thematic design of Snakebite S2 gear, with its dark background and vibrant white font featuring orange accents. I have recently reviewed several of their products and found the theme to be well-executed. The company name/logo was at the top left, the Starter Kit S2 name was at the top right, and the Made for Nintendo Switch 2 logo was at the bottom left. I liked the lower orange border, the orange border around the lower left logo, and the “KIT” accent on the top right. However, the best part of the cover was the large image of the case, screen protector, microfiber cloth, silicone joy con covers, inline earbuds, and thumbtack caps. The central bluish light created a spotlight-like appearance that drew the eye to the center. For someone just starting out with a new console, you really cannot ask for a better bundle.
The right and left side panels listed the company name at the top, and one side listed the same Made for Nintendo Switch 2 icon, while the other listed the Starter Kit S2 name. The lower orange panel provided a UPC barcode and product manufacturing labels. The rear panel, however, provided the most helpful information, with six labeled pictures. The top picture showcased an open clamshell-style case, an upper mesh pocket, a ten-game card panel, elastic retention straps, and soft, premium materials. The second picture demonstrates the tempered glass screen protector. The third picture showed a folded ultra-soft, lint-free microfiber cleaning towel. The fourth picture showed in-ear stereo headphones. The fifth and sixth pictures demonstrated the silicone grips and caps. Lastly, the panel’s lower edge provided contact information, packaging contents, and standard trademark information.
Unboxing:
Overall, the design/layout, color scheme were quite refreshing. I liked that Snakebyte was thoughtful with their packaging design and that they did not fill all available surfaces with fluff, repetitive wordss, or with redundant images/words. I lifted the top panel and slid the 6.1-ounce, 11 3/4 inches long by 5 1/2 inches tall by 2 3/16 inches thick case from the box. The outer surface felt like dry neoprene and had a texilte, rough feel to the dark black surface. The top panel had 7 1/8 inches long by 11/16 inches wide, a smooth black-nylon spine with an attached 7/16 inches wide by ~8 inches long carry handle. The mid-segment had a rubberized grip for added comfort. I liked the carry handle’s design and the included slack (1 3/4 inches at the midpoint of the carry handle). The outer edge of the case had a 23 1/2 inches long zipper with dual smooth-action, rubberized-coated zipper pulls. Lastly, you will find a grey snakebyte name/logo along the lower right edge of the case. I appreciated the simplicity of the design, the flat black color of the case, the smooth zipper, rubberized zipper pulls, and the visible, yet subdued snakebyte/name/logo.
Testing:
I gripped the zipper, unzipped the case, and fully opened the device via the clamshell spine (11 1/2 inches wide). The upper compartment had a 10 3/4 inches wide elastic panel (3/8 inches thick), and a lower 3 inches tall by 10 3/4 inches wide mesh layer. Attached to the lower edge of the mesh compartment, you will find a firm, thin layer with ten elastic game card pockets (~1 1/4 inches wide by 7/8 inches tall). The rigid layer had felt backing, nylon edging, and appeared to have a well-stitched border. The underside had a felt backing to protect the screen. The lower compartment provided two 1/4 inches wide by 4 3/4 inches long elastic retention straps and a ~1 inches thick Switch 2 compartment. I found it interesting that the lower compartment did not have recessed Joy-Con compartments. Without the added pace, the lateral edges of the upper compartment had to provide the space for the thumbsticks.
Within the upper compartment, you will find a bag containing the silicone Joy con grips, thumb sticks, in-line earphones, 5 3/4 inches square microfiber cloth, and screen protector. I used a Woosh microfiber cloth with sprayed-on Woosh cleaner and wiped down the Nintendo Switch 2 Screen. I then used the microfiber cloth to dry the screen, removed the plastic backing film from the screen protector, aligned it, and applied the protector. I did not need the included wet cloth or sticky panel to remove lint. Having installed numerous protectors in the past, I was able to install the protector the very first time without issue. Some may have a bit more difficulty, but the kit provides everything you could need, except a backup/spare screen protector. I was pleased with the easy installation and with the extra layer of protection.
After installing the screen protector, I inserted each of the silicone grips onto the Joycons and pressed the silicone Caps onto the thumbsticks. I liked the added grip and felt the silicone did not add much to the overall weight of the system. They were a bit on the looser end and lacked a premium snug fit. I then plugged the headphones into the 3.5mm jack and tested the earbuds (Dimensions: 32 3/4 inches from 3.5 mm port to the earphone Y-split and 15 1/4 inches from the Y split to the tips of the earbuds.) The kit did not come with extra earbud tips, or alternative sizes. There was no mute, no volume control, nor cable management. Each earbud had a small white letter at the lower edge of the back panel to identify the right and left earbud. Even though they were minimalistic, I found them to be quite comfortable
To test the sound quality, I navigated to the audiocheck.net website and evaluated the earbuds using the Low Frequency Range Test (10-200 Hz). I was impressed to hear vibration/sound between 20-30 Hz, which was lower than I expected from the earbuds. I then tested the High Frequency Response and Audio Test and found that I could hear sound at ~15kHz. This was on par with my personal ability to hear (this test is relatively specific for the user based on age/hearing ability/history of ear trauma/infection, etc). Lastly, I used the Left/Right/Center test and found that the channels were designed for stereo sound. I plugged the earbuds into the 3.5mm port on my MacBook Pro and tested various songs. I listened to audiobooks, played games with and without chat, and found I enjoyed the blend, the bass, and was overall surprised with the accessory. Do not misinterpret my meaning, however, as they are not audiophile grade and lack several industry-leading features.
When I started the testing process, I expected the earbuds to be disposable devices that were included as an afterthought. However, I was quite surprised by their design, sound output, and quality. For an accessory wired pair of headphones, these were immensely better than I expected. For an additional accessory included with the case/screen protector and silicone protectors, I did not expect the quality. I would have liked a mute button, microphone, or volume control on the earbuds, but I should not complain. Although I typically use my AirPods Gen 2 for Switch gaming and on-the-go music, these will make a perfect backup set.
Conclusion:
The Nintendo Switch Starter Kit S2 had a very similar design to the snakebyte Travel Case S2, but was a bit more subdued than the marbled blue shell. For a similar price to a baseline case, you will also gain a screen protector, microfiber cloth, silicone Joycon grips, inline earbuds, and thumb stick caps. This kit was very similar to the Nintendo branded Switch 2 Carrying Case, and I believe the ~$20 price of the Starter Kit S2 is a steal when the Travel Case S2 can be purchased for the same price point. I liked the upper accessory mesh compartment, the secure zipper, carry handle, and 10-card game case holder. For someone looking for an affordable, well-rounded, accessory kit for their Nintendo Switch 2, snakebyte has just what you need.
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