Switch 2: Release, Specs, Price, News, Rumors

Get ready, gaming enthusiasts! Nintendo has officially confirmed the existence of the Switch 2, and while we don't have an exact release date yet, we know that an announcement is on the horizon. Nintendo's President, Shuntaro Furukawa, has promised that we'll hear more before March 31, 2025. So, what can we expect from this next-gen console?

List of Contents
● Latest News
● Overview
● Rumored Specs and Features
● Games Possible at Launch
● Peripherals, Design and Other Information
● News and Announcements
● Related Articles

Latest Switch 2 News

⚫︎ Switch 2 Will Beat Scalping By Making More Than Scalpers Can Buy
Nintendo is taking a proactive approach to combat scalping by ensuring the Switch 2 is produced in quantities that exceed what scalpers can purchase.

⚫︎ Nintendo Switch 2 Confirmed to be Announced This Fiscal Year, Just Not Yet
While we're eager for details, Nintendo has confirmed that an announcement about the Switch 2 will come before the end of the current fiscal year.

⚫︎ Switch Sales Remain Strong Despite Switch 2 On The Horizon
Even with the buzz around the Switch 2, the current Switch models continue to perform well in the market.

Switch 2 Overview

Switch 2 Release Date: TBA, but Announcement Confirmed Coming Soon

Nintendo has only recently confirmed the Switch 2, and while a specific release date remains under wraps, we're assured that an announcement is imminent. Keep an eye out for updates before March 31, 2025.

Switch 2 Price: Could Cost $349.99 Upwards

Given the expected hardware upgrades, the Switch 2 is likely to be priced higher than its predecessors. The original Switch launched at $299.99, and the Switch OLED at $349.99. We're estimating the Switch 2 to range from $349.99 to $399.99.

Switch 2 Specs: As Powerful as PS4 / Xbox One

Rumors suggest the Switch 2 will continue using Nvidia's system-on-a-chip, possibly an advanced version of the Tegra X1 or the T239 chip, which could bring its performance up to par with the PS4 and Xbox One. Additionally, the console is expected to feature an 8-inch screen, with some reports indicating an OLED display at launch.

Switch 2 Rumored Specs and Features

The Switch 2 is rumored to boast an 8-core Cortex-A78AE processor, 8GB of RAM, and a significant storage upgrade to 512GB. Battery life is expected to exceed 9 hours, and the console may feature a 7 or 8-inch OLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate. It's also speculated to support 4K output when docked and include backwards compatibility with existing Switch games.

Switch 2 Games Possible at Launch

No Announcements Yet, Switch Still Releasing New Titles in 2025

While no specific games have been confirmed for the Switch 2's launch, Nintendo continues to release new titles for the current Switch into 2025, including "Donkey Kong Country Returns HD." As we await the Switch 2 announcement, it's likely that some of these games may not be available on the new console or could be released later on the Switch 2 platform. Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming video games.

This article covers news, announcements, and everything we know so far about Nintendo Switch 2. Read on to learn about Switch 2, including rumored features and specs, announcements from Nintendo, and more.