Nintendo has officially shared the first details of the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 in a video posted on the Nintendo of America YouTube channel. The video showcases exciting updates to the gaming console’s design, features and compatibility.
Here’s everything we know so far.
The teaser released on YouTube shows the Nintendo Switch 2 is larger than the original and features a rumoured 8.4-inch OLED display with thinner bezels for a modern look. The updated Joy-Cons are slightly bigger and attach magnetically.
A new button has been added to the right Joy-Con, near the home button, and both controllers now include extra triggers on the back, near the L/R buttons.
Similar to the original, the Joy-Cons can be combined into a traditional gamepad using a controller grip.
The console’s layout feels familiar, with power and volume buttons on the top left, cooling vents in the centre, a headphone jack, and two USB-C ports—one on the bottom and another on the right. The back features a redesigned U-shaped kickstand, offering more flexibility for positioning.
Nintendo also revealed a redesigned dock for the Switch 2 and confirmed the arrival of a new Mario Kart game, likely the long-awaited Mario Kart 9. Fans have been eager for a new instalment since Mario Kart 8 launched in 2014.
The Switch 2 will support exclusive titles along with most physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. However, some older titles may not work perfectly. Nintendo Switch Online members will continue to use the service on the new console.
Nintendo will share more details during a special Direct event on April 2, 2025. Moreover, Global “Nintendo Switch 2 Experience” events will also give fans a chance to try out the console.
The events schedule as per reports will be as follows –
Analyst Robin Zhu from Sanford C. Bernstein predicts a possible June 2025 launch based on these event timings.
Despite the excitement for the Switch 2 teaser, Nintendo’s stock dropped by 5.9% in Tokyo on Friday, marking its largest single-day decline since late September.
“The stock declined because the revealed Switch 2 was exactly in line with what’s been leaked online and lacked any surprise. But I expect the stock will be back as investors’ focus moves to the launch date and price after the April 2 announcement,” said Hideki Yasuda, senior analyst at Toyo Securities.
Answer. The Nintendo Switch 2 features a larger 8.4-inch OLED display, updated Joy-Cons with a new button and extra triggers and a redesigned dock.
Answer. The events will take place in various global cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Paris, London, and Tokyo, among others. Specific dates range from April 4 to June 1, 2025.
Answer. The teaser confirmed the arrival of a new Mario Kart game, likely Mario Kart 9, which has been eagerly awaited by fans since 2014.
Answer. Despite the anticipation, Nintendo’s stock dropped by 5.9% in Tokyo due to the Switch 2’s lack of surprises compared to online leaks.
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