Hori's Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant camera, despite being officially licensed by Nintendo, comes with a resolution of just 480p, significantly lower than the 1080p resolution of Nintendo's official Switch 2 camera. This information was confirmed by the UK My Nintendo Store, which detailed the specifications of both cameras: the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera offers video capture at 1080p, while the Piranha Plant Camera for Nintendo Switch 2 stands at a resolution of 640 × 480.
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Priced lower than Nintendo's own $49.99 camera, the Piranha Plant camera offers a unique feature: the webcam part can detach from its pot, allowing users to place it directly on top of the Switch 2 for increased portability, a feature absent in Nintendo's camera. Additionally, the plant's mouth can be closed to cover the lens, adding a playful element to its design.
The revelation that Hori's Piranha Plant camera is only 480p has sparked a range of reactions among Nintendo fans. Redditor Ramen536Pie expressed disbelief, questioning, "How do you even make a 480p camera in 2025? That must be harder to do than a 1080p camera." LizardsoftheGhost found humor in the situation, joking, "That’s actually hilarious. Maybe they meant to release this back when the Wii U came out." Meanwhile, pokemonfitness1420 pondered, "Isn't 480p a crime nowadays?"
During last week's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2's GameChat functionality, activated by pressing the C button on the new Joy-Con. This feature allows players to watch each other play the same or different games, and with a camera, even see each other. The built-in microphone is noted for its reliability across various gaming environments. The C button's chat menu is designed to be an all-in-one multiplayer feature, potentially marking Nintendo's most successful online push in decades.
For more on the Nintendo Switch 2, check out everything announced during the Nintendo Direct, our interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen, and the latest updates on how Trump's tariffs might affect the Switch 2's pricing.
