Nintendo Has Shared a First Look At The New Console
After months of speculation about what has become one of gaming’s worst-kept secrets, Nintendo has officially confirmed the existence of the Nintendo Switch 2.
The reveal trailer shows the current Nintendo Switch being transformed into the Nintendo Switch 2. The Switch 2 looks very much like its predecessor; the Joy-Cons, however, seem to be more rounded and are black. It also appears that the Switch 2 Joy-Cons will be magnetic, stepping away from the sliding method of the current Switch.
In the trailer, we also see the Switch 2 being placed into its dock and some gameplay from a Mario Kart title, which could be Mario Kart 9.
We also have confirmation that the Switch 2 will be compatible with both physical and digital Nintendo Switch titles as well as having Switch 2 exclusive titles. A further press release, however, has suggested that some original Nintendo Switch games will not be compatible with the Switch 2:
‘Certain Nintendo Switch games may not be supported on or fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2. Details will be shared on the Nintendo website at a later date.‘
It has also been confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch sometime in 2025 and that a special Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will take place on April 2nd 2025 which will show more details on Nintendo’s new console.
Nintendo will also be holding a host of global events, giving gamers the chance to go hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2. These events will be held in various cities across the world. You can see the list of cities below and get more information on this HERE.
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
