Hori’s Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant camera boasts a resolution of just 480p, a significant step down from Nintendo’s official Switch 2 camera, which offers a crisp 1080p video capture quality. The UK My Nintendo Store has confirmed these resolutions, sparking a wave of reactions among fans.
Nintendo Switch 2 Camera - Video capture quality: 1080p.
Piranha Plant Camera for Nintendo Switch 2 - Camera resolution: 640 × 480
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Despite its lower resolution, Hori’s Piranha Plant camera, which is officially licensed by Nintendo, comes at a more affordable price than Nintendo’s own $49.99 camera. It's also worth noting that the Switch 2 supports not only the Nintendo Switch 2 camera accessory but also any compatible USB-C camera. Both cameras are set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5.
The Piranha Plant camera offers unique functionality: the part of the Piranha that houses the webcam can detach from the pot, allowing you to place it directly on top of the Switch 2. This feature enhances portability, something Nintendo’s camera does not offer. Additionally, you can close the plant’s mouth to obscure the lens, adding a fun and practical element to the design.
The revelation that Hori’s Piranha Plant camera is limited to 480p resolution has shocked Nintendo fans. "How do you even make a 480p camera in 2025?" pondered redditor Ramen536Pie. "That must be harder to do than a 1080p camera." LizardsoftheGhost humorously remarked, "That’s actually hilarious. Maybe they meant to release this back when the Wii U came out." Meanwhile, pokemonfitness1420 questioned, "Isn't 480p a crime nowadays?"
During last week’s Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2’s GameChat functionality, which is activated by pressing the C button on the new Joy-Con. This feature allows players to watch each other play the same or different titles and, with the help of a camera, even see each other. The built-in microphone is designed to be reliable across various gaming environments. The C button's chat menu is poised to be an all-in-one multiplayer feature, potentially marking Nintendo's most successful online push in decades.
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