Where Does Silksong Run Best? Comparing Switch 2, Switch 1, and Steam Deck
Team Cherry has been working on Silksong for a long time, and this time has been well spent: the game is technically polished and works great on all platforms, from PC to consoles of the new and old generations.
On Nintendo Switch 2, the game is available in a special way: purchasing the Switch 1 version gives a free upgrade to Switch 2. The developers didn't just limit themselves to a simple port and fully unlocked the potential of the new console.
Switch 2 players will get two modes: 2160p/60 fps or 1080p/120 fps in docked mode; handheld mode is 1080p/120 fps by default. Switch 1 is stable at 60 fps and 720p, with slightly lower quality graphics. At the same time, Switch 2 wins in loading speed - loading screens are almost twice as short.
A comparison with Steam Deck shows clear differences. In docked mode, Deck supports over 120 fps at 1440p, but in handheld mode, Switch 2 wins thanks to its 1080p/120 fps screen, while Deck is limited to 800p/90 fps (OLED) or 60 fps (LCD). Deck loads levels faster, but visually Silksong is better and smoother on Switch 2. The choice depends on preferences: maximum performance on TV - for Steam Deck, mobile comfort - for Switch 2.
