The Nintendo Switch 2: A Sneak Peek
The surprise January 16th, 2025 YouTube reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 trailer, accurately predicted by NateTheHate, sent ripples through the gaming community. While release date rumors had circulated for months, the official trailer finally offered a glimpse into the console's features. If you missed it, check out the trailer below:
[Table of Contents]
- Size
- Design
- Internal Specifications
- Release Date
- Price
- Game Lineup
Size
The trailer clearly showcases a larger console than its predecessor. The screen, Joy-Cons, and even the thumbsticks are noticeably bigger. While precise dimensions remain unconfirmed, insider reports suggest a height of 116 mm, width of 270 mm, and thickness of 14 mm. This represents a 3.1 cm increase in width and a 1.4 cm increase in height compared to the standard Nintendo Switch. An 8-inch screen is also rumored, surpassing the 7-inch OLED Switch.
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Design
The Joy-Cons feature a magnetic attachment system, secured by recessed contacts within the console's frame. Insiders assure us this design is robust and prevents accidental detachment. The SL and SR buttons are larger and metallic, contributing to the magnetic connection strength. This design, however, necessitates screen bezels.
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The Joy-Con holder has also been redesigned, with flat upper grips and side-insertion of the controllers. The buttons are larger, and the thumbsticks are rumored to utilize Hall effect sensors, mitigating joystick drift. However, the IR camera is absent, potentially impacting backward compatibility for games like Ring Fit Adventure.
A USB Type-C port and microphone are visible on the top bezel, suggesting potential support for wired controllers and in-game voice chat.
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Internal Specifications
Complete specifications await the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. However, leaks suggest the Switch 2 will rival the processing power of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, potentially supporting Quad HD resolution in docked mode.
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Predicted Specifications:
- Processor: Custom Nvidia Tegra T239
- RAM: 12 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Memory Card Support: microSDHC, microSDXC, microSD Express
- Screen: LCD, 8 inches
Release Date
NateTheHate predicts a release no earlier than May, with a likely June launch, following the April Nintendo Direct announcement. The "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" tour, starting April 4th, will allow hands-on demos in various cities (registration closes January 26th).
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Tour Dates & Locations:
- New York — 04/04-06/04
- Paris — 04/04-06/04
- Los Angeles — 11/04-13/04
- London — 11/04-13/04
- Berlin — 25/04-27/04
- Dallas — 25/04-27/04
- Milan — 25/04-27/04
- Toronto — 25/04-27/04
- Tokyo — 26/04-27/04
- Amsterdam — 09/05-11/05
- Madrid — 09/05-11/05
- Melbourne — 09/05-11/05
- Seoul — 31/05-01/06
- Hong Kong — To be announced
- Taipei — To be announced
Price
Pricing remains unconfirmed, with speculation ranging from €349 to €399. A definitive price will be revealed during the Nintendo Direct.
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Game Lineup
Mario Kart 9, featuring 24-player online support and redesigned item boxes, was showcased as a launch title. Further game announcements are expected during the Nintendo Direct. Fan speculation includes titles such as Fallout 4, Red Dead Redemption 2, Tekken 8, and more.
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Stay tuned for the April Nintendo Direct for further updates on the Nintendo Switch 2!
