Switch 2 Officially Announced
Nintendo's highly anticipated Switch 2 is finally on the horizon! This article dives into the details revealed in Nintendo's initial teaser trailer.
Nintendo Switch 2: Games, Backwards Compatibility, Design, and More!
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct: April 2, 2025
After months of speculation and leaks, Nintendo unveiled their next-generation console. A short teaser trailer, released January 16th, showcased a sleek design retaining the hybrid functionality of the original Switch, but with significant upgrades.The teaser highlighted a larger display, a more robust kickstand, and magnetically connecting Joy-Cons—a departure from the original's rails. A new USB-C port on the console itself was also confirmed.
Backward compatibility is a key feature. Nintendo confirmed support for both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, though some titles may have limited or no compatibility. Specific titles will be detailed later on the Nintendo website. Nintendo Switch Online functionality will also carry over.
While no exclusive titles have been officially announced, the trailer hinted at a new Mario Kart installment (possibly Mario Kart 9), and reports suggest Gotham Knights may be coming. Further details, including game announcements, will be revealed during a dedicated Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience: April 2025
For hands-on experience before launch, Nintendo is hosting "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" events in major cities worldwide.
Registration opens January 17th, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. PT / 2:00 P.M. CT / 3:00 P.M. ET, and closes January 26th, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. local time for each location. Selection is random, and a Nintendo Account is required.
Event Dates and Locations:
North America:
- New York: April 4-6, 2025
- Los Angeles: April 11-13, 2025
- Dallas: April 25-27, 2025
- Toronto: April 25-27, 2025
Europe:
- Paris: April 4-6, 2025
- London: April 11-13, 2025
- Milan: April 25-27, 2025
- Berlin: April 25-27, 2025
- Madrid: May 9-11, 2025
- Amsterdam: May 9-11, 2025
Oceania:
- Melbourne: May 10-11, 2025
Asia:
- Tokyo (Makuhari): April 26-27, 2025
- Seoul: May 31-June 1, 2025
- Hong Kong: To be announced
- Taipei: To be announced
With the official announcement, the wait for the Nintendo Switch 2 is nearly over. For more information and ongoing rumors, check out our related article.
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