Nintendo Switch 2: release date, price, and new features — all the details!
3 april 2025 в 03:37
Players got an exciting first look at the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year when the company released a trailer showcasing the new console in January 2025. At that time, Nintendo called on fans to tune in on April 2, 2025 for Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2.
Now that all the details have been revealed, fans eagerly await to dive into everything related to the Switch 2. Find out the release date, price, what sets it apart from its predecessor, and other exciting updates below.
Several sources initially speculated that the Nintendo Switch 2 would cost around $ 400. However, Nintendo has now confirmed that the official price will be $ 449.99 USD, significantly higher than the original model at $ 300. Additionally, a Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle will be available for $ 499.99 USD.
Nintendo announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 will officially be released on June 5, 2025. Pre-orders for the console will open in retail stores in North America on April 9, 2025.
In January, the company announced that it will be holding the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience event in selected cities around the world. Here are the locations and dates of the event:
North America
Europe
Oceania
Asia
In January, GamesRadar+ reported that early updates indicated that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have larger controllers and a bigger screen. Now, with the April announcement, it has been confirmed that the Switch 2 has several new hardware upgrades, starting with a 7.9-inch LCD screen that displays games in crisp 1080p. The new Joy-Con controllers, which magnetically «click» onto the Switch 2, look similar to the original models but have enhanced features, including motion control.
One standout addition is the new Game Chat feature, which allows players to communicate in real-time during gameplay. The right Joy-Con now has a new C button that works with the Game Chat feature for an improved multiplayer experience. Another exciting update allows users to share select games with other Switch owners during local play, even if the other player does not own the game
Now that all the details have been revealed, fans eagerly await to dive into everything related to the Switch 2. Find out the release date, price, what sets it apart from its predecessor, and other exciting updates below.
Several sources initially speculated that the Nintendo Switch 2 would cost around $ 400. However, Nintendo has now confirmed that the official price will be $ 449.99 USD, significantly higher than the original model at $ 300. Additionally, a Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle will be available for $ 499.99 USD.
Nintendo announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 will officially be released on June 5, 2025. Pre-orders for the console will open in retail stores in North America on April 9, 2025.
In January, the company announced that it will be holding the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience event in selected cities around the world. Here are the locations and dates of the event:
North America
Europe
Oceania
Asia
In January, GamesRadar+ reported that early updates indicated that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have larger controllers and a bigger screen. Now, with the April announcement, it has been confirmed that the Switch 2 has several new hardware upgrades, starting with a 7.9-inch LCD screen that displays games in crisp 1080p. The new Joy-Con controllers, which magnetically «click» onto the Switch 2, look similar to the original models but have enhanced features, including motion control.
One standout addition is the new Game Chat feature, which allows players to communicate in real-time during gameplay. The right Joy-Con now has a new C button that works with the Game Chat feature for an improved multiplayer experience. Another exciting update allows users to share select games with other Switch owners during local play, even if the other player does not own the game
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