Nintendo Switch 2 Unveiled: Next-Gen Console Announced

Nintendo's highly anticipated Switch 2 is officially on the horizon! This article details the initial reveal and what we know so far.

Nintendo Switch 2: Unveiling the Next Generation

Nintendo Switch 2 Direct: April 2, 2025

Following months of speculation, Nintendo finally offered a glimpse of the Switch 2 in a short teaser trailer. The trailer showcases a refined design while retaining the beloved hybrid functionality of its predecessor.

Key design improvements include a larger screen, a more robust kickstand, and magnetically attaching Joy-Cons, replacing the original's rails. A new USB-C port is also visible on the console itself.

Backward compatibility is confirmed, allowing players to enjoy both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. However, Nintendo acknowledges that some titles may have limited or no compatibility with the Switch 2. Further details will be released 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 potential new Mario Kart installment (possibly Mario Kart 9). Rumors also suggest Gotham Knights may be making its way to the Switch 2, though this remains unconfirmed. A dedicated Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025, promises to reveal more details.

Hands-On Experience: Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events

For those eager to experience the Switch 2 firsthand, Nintendo is hosting "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" events in major cities globally.

Ticket registration opens January 17, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. PT / 2:00 P.M. CT / 3:00 P.M. ET and closes January 26, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. local time for each location. Selection will be random, and a Nintendo Account is required.

Event Locations and Dates:

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 almost over. Stay tuned for more updates!