After many months, if not for many years, about leaks and speculation, finally officially: Nintendo has announced and revealed the next console. It is called Nintendo Switch 2, and as its name is, it is a design that is very similar to the switch – a hybrid portable control panel with removable controllers that can be connected to the TV through the dock.
Although it seems to be a clear move, the repetitive system is an extraordinary strategy for Nintendo, often chosen to innovate with new hardware, find new control systems and new forms of play. But, with 150 million units sold after eight years in the market, Switch is the second successful gaming system of Nintendo so far (after Nintendo DS) and the third best -selling console of all time. Therefore, it is not surprising that the company has decided, for the first time, designing its previous control interface is not broken and does not need to be repaired. Switch 2 also launched into a change market, where players have expected that they will be able to bring their game libraries forward from one machine to another, which prevents a radical change.
Whether the conversion volume will switch to convert 2 now less clear. Nintendo’s published price for Switch 2, starting from $ 449.99 ($ 150 more than the original switch) and Marquee games like Mario KartIt costs $ 79.99, meaning that upgrade can be expensive for Nintendo fans (and the parents of Nintendo fans).
This is everything we know – and everything we think we know – about Nintendo’s next dashboard.
What is the latest 2 conversion news?
Nintendo published important details such as price, release date and a series of exclusive Switch games in April in the Nintendo direct introduction dedicated to the new console. The company has also revealed a video communication feature similar to the new zoom, Gamechat, accessed by a new C button on the Joy Con 2 controller and provided by the integrated video camera and microphone of Switch 2.
Those controllers also act like a computer mouse. Mouse control is used in some games like Pulling X drive X.A wheelchair ball sports game; Metroid Prime 4: BeyondA first -person shooting adventure; and strategic game The civilization of Sid Meier 7.
Nintendo has also published a few new exclusive games of Switch 2, like 3D Adventure Donkey Kong Bananza; Hyrule warrior: AgePart of the money hack-and-hslash story Tears of the kingdom; Virtual exhibition Tour to welcome Nintendo Switch 2; And something new from Elden Round Developer from software, Sunset.
The company also confirms the advanced versions of the original conversion games for Switch 2. These Switch 2 games provide improved images and, in some cases, new game content. Some Switch games will also run better on Switch 2 because the DINT of the hardware is stronger than the successor.
Finally, Nintendo Switch Online is receiving classic GameCube games, but only for those who register for the high -end expansion package and only on Switch 2. The Legend of Zelda: The Wind WakerThen Soulcalibur 2And F-Zero GX has been confirmed for classical game registration service.
What is the release date of Switch 2?
Nintendo will release Switch 2 on June 5, 2025, the company announced in April.
What is the price of Switch 2?
Nintendo Switch 2 starts from $ 449.99. That price includes the system, a pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers, Dock Nintendo Switch 2, extremely high speed HDMI cable, AC converter and controller accessories. Nintendo is also selling Nintendo Switch 2 package including a digital copy of Mario Kart For $ 499.99.
International price for SKU to convert facility 2 is set at € 469.99 for Europe, £ 395.99 in the UK and 49,980 yen in Japan.
With the price of $ 449.99, it makes Switch 2 the most expensive Nintendo dashboard when launched, without inflation. The Switch launched at $ 299 in 2017 and its official sticker price has not decreased since then. This is consistent with the trend of changing prices for many consumer electronics. Due to the shortage of chips, inflation and progressive speed in technology, this generation of gaming devices did not discount in the way previous generations did – so don’t expect a great discount for Switch 2.
With a higher price of Switch 2, Nintendo will face uncomfortable comparisons with a wave of new PC handheld device (Steam floor OLED is $ 549; an ASUS ROG ally is $ 499) and valuing risks from the traditional family market.
There is also a question whether the US tax rates apply to many countries may affect the price of Switch 2. The same day Nintendo announced the price and release date of Switch 2, the Trump administration declared tariffs on some countries, including Vietnam. Nintendo began producing switches in Vietnam in 2019, in the Trump administration’s trade enemy finally with China, and plans to increase production at a new factory there. Based on the short, long -term window between Nintendo’s notice and the new major new tax rate of the US President, Nintendo did not have much time to meet the proposed tax rates.
Which game will convert 2?
Nintendo has published a small number of first parties and introduces a list even longer than the two -party conversion games from the third party partners in the direct introduction of Nintendo in April.
- Mario Kart is the top launch game of Nintendo for Switch 2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe There will be a huge squad of riders, up to 24 competitors each race and a more open world design, allowing (and encouraging) riders to go out.
- Donkey Kong BananzaComing to Switch 2 in July, Stars Donkey Kong in a new 3D action adventure game, which is all about digging and destroying.
- Kirby Air Riders Is the next part of GameCube Game Kirby Air Ride And, again, directed by the creator Super Smash Bros. Masahiro Sakurai.
- Pulling X drive X. As a sports game based on a wheelchair ball (also known as Murderball) shows the ability to control the mouse and the movement of the Joy-Con 2 controllers.
- Tour to welcome Nintendo Switch 2 A virtual tour of Switch 2 hardware, presented as a teenage museum.
- Sunset As an action game many new players from developers from software and exclusive to convert 2. It has strong strong Blood The instrument increases.
Nintendo has also announced the conversion version of two conversion versions of switch games like Legend of Zelda: Breath of the WildThen Tears of the kingdomThen Legendary Pokémon ZaThen Super Mario Party JamboreeeAnd Kirby and the forgotten land. Metroid Prime 4 Will also receive the original release on Switch and Switch 2.
The third parties will bring a long list of games, both new and old, to transfer 2. Final Fantasy 7 RebirthThen Cyberpunk 2077Then Elden RoundThen FortniteThen Street Fighter 6Then Star Wars OutlawsMadden NFL and NBA 2K.
Switch 2 will be opposite?
Yes, Switch 2 will be backward compatible! Before it officially announced Switch 2, Nintendo confirmed that Switch Software, will also be able to play on the successor to Nintendo Switch. It added that Nintendo Switch Online – Service of many online players also includes a large portfolio of retro games – will also be available on Switch 2. With many users hope – or completely expected – will move their game libraries to Nintendo’s next control panel, as if it has become the standard with the latest generations of Xbox and PlayStation Consoles, this news is a large release.
Điều đó nói rằng, Nintendo đã cảnh báo rằng một số trò chơi của Nintendo Switch có thể không được hỗ trợ trên hoặc tương thích hoàn toàn với Nintendo Switch 2. Danh sách tương thích của Nintendo cho thấy hơn 180 trò chơi chuyển đổi có thể không phát đúng trên Switch 2. Công ty cũng nói rằng các bản cập nhật miễn phí để cải thiện khả năng chơi trên hệ thống Nintendo Switch 2 sẽ được phát hành cho các trò chơi Nintendo Switch, so everything can change before its debut.
Nintendo accounts will switch to a new control panel and the owner of the conversion 2 should have access to the original conversion software they currently own. After Nintendo’s notice of the new virtual game card system, it seems that Switch 2 will support swap of conversion games with the original switch by this system.
In terms of hardware backward compatibility, Switch 2 will be compatible with some conversion accessories, including Pro and Joy-Cons controllers.
What are the new features to convert 2 new features?
As previously reported and now confirmed by Nintendo’s video, Switch 2 has removable Joy-Con controllers as Switch. The Joy-Con 2 controller mounted magnetic, contrary to sliding on the rail on the Switch 2 body. It has been reported that Joy-Con 2 also has more reliable hall effect sticks, something Nintendo has not been confirmed. There is a new square button on the right side of Joy-Con 2, C. Joy-Con button also has a small optical sensor on their inner side that allows the same control as a mouse.
The control panel has the second USB-C port on its peak, like on its lower edge to charge and connect to its dock. This will allow it to be charged while it is used in a table mode, placed on its new, U -shaped bracket. But it is likely to be used to connect new accessories, such as cameras or even the second screen.
How strong will convert 2? What is its technological specifications?
Nintendo Switch 2 is provided by a custom processor made by NVIDIA, Nintendo Nintendo. According to the leaked details gained from the control board of the control panel, it is said to use the custom Tegra T239 processor-on-level and wise system, with control panels like Sony’s PlayStation 4 and Microsoft Xbox One.
The new screen of Switch 2 is 7.9 inches, larger than the original switch (6.2 inch) and OLED switch (7 inches). The new screen also has a resolution that increases to 1080p (from 720p) and supports the change speed of changing (VRR) up to 120 Hz. HDR10 support support system. When anchored, Switch 2 can create a resolution of up to 1440p at 120 Hz and 4K at 60Hz.
Switch 2 has 256 GB of Flash storage, significantly more than 32 GB of Switch. Storage can be expanded by SD card; Switch 2 supports up to 2 microSD Express cards, providing much faster reading speed.
The battery of Switch 2 will last about 2 to 6.5 hours depending on the games you play. It is really a little smaller than the Launch Switch 1 models, can run from 2.6 to 6.5 hours and significantly less than the updated models that last 4.5 to 9 hours.
Can you order before converting 2?
You will be able to pre -order Nintendo Switch 2 starting from April 9.
When does Nintendo reveal more about Switch 2?
Nintendo will organize another live presentation of Nintendo on April 17, an event dedicated to converting the game 2 Mario Kart.
Although not yet announced, Nintendo often organizes Nintendo Direct in the middle to the end of June. If it is traditional, there may be more conversion games revealed this summer.
Nintendo will also organize experienced events of Nintendo Switch 2 around the world during April, where the members of the public will be able to do it with the machine. These events will take place cities across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
Polygon will continue to update this story when new details grow.
