Nintendo's Switch 2 Camera for GameChat: 1080p vs Hori's Piranha Plant: 480p

Hori's Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant camera offers a resolution of just 480p, significantly lower than Nintendo's official Switch 2 camera, which boasts a 1080p resolution. This information was confirmed by the UK My Nintendo Store, providing clarity on the specifications of both cameras.

During the recent Nintendo Direct, a slideshow featuring the Nintendo Switch 2's C button and camera functionality was showcased, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect. You can view the slides in the gallery below:

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Priced lower than Nintendo's own $49.99 camera, Hori's Piranha Plant camera is an officially licensed product. Both cameras are set to launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. Notably, the Piranha Plant camera offers unique features; the part housing the webcam can detach from the pot, allowing for placement directly on top of the Switch 2 for enhanced portability, a feature absent in Nintendo's camera. Additionally, the plant's mouth can be closed to cover the lens, adding a playful touch to the accessory.

The announcement of the Piranha Plant camera's 480p resolution sparked surprise and humor among Nintendo fans. Reddit user Ramen536Pie questioned, "How do you even make a 480p camera in 2025? That must be harder to do than a 1080p camera." LizardsoftheGhost added, "That’s actually hilarious. Maybe they meant to release this back when the Wii U came out." Meanwhile, pokemonfitness1420 asked, "Isn't 480p a crime nowadays?"

During the Nintendo Direct, Nintendo introduced the Switch 2's GameChat functionality, accessible by pressing the C button on the new Joy-Con. This feature enables players to watch each other play the same or different games and interact via a camera and a built-in microphone, which has proven reliable across various gaming environments. The C button's chat menu is designed to be a comprehensive multiplayer tool, potentially marking Nintendo's most significant online initiative in recent years.

For more details on the Nintendo Switch 2, check out our coverage of everything revealed during the Nintendo Direct, our exclusive interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen, and insights into how Trump's tariffs might affect the Switch 2's pricing.