Should You Buy A Switch 2 Before Prices Go Up? [Mailbag]

TripleClick celebrates its 300th episode with a mailbag-style show, diving into listener questions on topics ranging from generational identity and creative burnout to the future of remote work and console pricing. The hosts—Jason Schreier, Kirk Hamilton, and Maddie Myers—explore the absurdity of Kirk’s 'everyone is 37' theory, reflect on the emotional toll of working on creative projects you don’t personally care about, and debate the push for return-to-office policies in the games industry. They also tackle a pressing question about whether to buy the Switch 2 now or wait, weighing supply chain fears against the risk of overpaying for a console with no immediate games of interest. The conversation turns personal as they discuss their diverse income streams, from listener-supported podcasts to books and freelance work, emphasizing passion and ownership over pure profit. The episode closes with each host sharing a 'one more thing'—a horror film, a documentary episode, and a quirky musical JRPG—highlighting the joy of niche, creative experiences. Key takeaways include: 1) Don’t buy a console just because prices might rise—only buy if you’re genuinely excited about it; 2) Creative work can be draining if you’re not passionate about the final product, so maintain a vision for your personal projects; 3) Remote work offers major benefits, but return-to-office mandates often stem from outdated productivity myths; 4) Financial sustainability in creative work comes from multiple income streams and owning your projects; 5) Technology doesn’t necessarily speed up creative production—art is a bottomless well of refinement; 6) The value of a project often lies in ownership and creative control, not just income; 7) Personal fulfillment and passion should guide creative decisions more than financial logic; 8) Even in a world of rising costs, patience and intentionality can lead to better long-term outcomes.