Smite 2 is set to enter alpha testing this spring, but Titan Forge Games has made it clear that they have no plans for a Nintendo Switch release. The decision is based on concerns about the handheld console’s ability to run the game effectively.

The sequel to the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) Smite has been announced, and it has been built from the ground up using Unreal Engine 5.2, a substantial improvement from the original game. While it will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, it will notably not be available on Nintendo Switch.

When asked about the possibility of a Switch release in the future, Smite’s executive producer, Alex Cantatore, expressed concerns about the console’s power capability. He stated, “We’re concerned that currently, with the power level of Switch and the minimum specs that we’re targeting, we just aren’t sure that we’d be able to develop or deliver a really good experience to people playing on Switch currently.”

Cantatore did, however, mention that the team remains open-minded and will re-evaluate future platforms that may become available. He also mentioned the possibility of a more powerful version of the Switch, like the rumored Switch 2, prompting the team to reconsider their decision.

As Cantatore emphasized, “Smite’s been everywhere we can possibly get it to run well, and I would expect that to continue with Smite 2. We’re just not sure we’d be able to get it running well on Switch 1, unfortunately.”

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