The Nintendo Switch 2: A Sneak Peek
On January 16th, 2025, Nintendo surprised the world with the unannounced release of the Switch 2's official trailer, quickly spreading across their YouTube channels. While release date rumors had circulated for some time, NateTheHate accurately predicted the January 16th reveal.
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Table of Contents:
- Size
- Design
- Internal Specs
- Release Date
- Price
- Game Lineup
Size:
The trailer clearly shows a larger console than its predecessor. The screen, Joy-Cons, and even the thumbsticks are noticeably bigger. While precise dimensions weren't given, reports suggest a height of 116 mm, width of 270 mm, and thickness of 14 mm. This is a 3.1 cm increase in width and 1.4 cm in height compared to the standard Switch. An 8-inch screen is also rumored, compared to the 7-inch OLED model.
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Design:
The Joy-Cons feature a magnetic attachment system, secured by recessed contacts within the console body. Insiders assure us this 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 a flatter grip and side-insertion of the controllers. The buttons are slightly larger, and the thumbsticks are rumored to utilize Hall effect sensors, mitigating joystick drift. However, the IR camera appears absent, potentially impacting backward compatibility with games like Ring Fit Adventure.
A microphone and USB Type-C port are visible on the top bezel, hinting at potential wired controller support and voice chat capabilities.
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Internal Specifications:
Complete specs are forthcoming at the April 2nd Nintendo Direct, but leaks suggest the Switch 2 will rival the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in processing power. Docked mode may support 4K or at least Quad HD resolution.
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Predicted Specs:
- Processor: Custom Nvidia Tegra T239
- RAM: 12 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Memory Card Support: microSDHC, microSDXC, microSD Express
- Screen: LCD, 8 inches
Notably, an OLED version isn't expected at launch.
Release Date:
NateTheHate predicts a release no earlier than May, with a June launch being likely. The official date will be revealed in April's Nintendo Direct. The "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" tour, starting April 4th, allows hands-on demos in various cities. Registration closes January 26th.
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Tour Dates:
- 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 — TBA
- Taipei — TBA
Price:
Speculation points to a €399 starting price, though some suggest a lower €349. Confirmation awaits the Nintendo Direct.
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Game Lineup:
Mario Kart 9, featuring 24-player online support, new tracks, and redesigned item boxes, was showcased as a launch title. Further announcements are expected at the Nintendo Direct. Fan speculation includes titles like Fallout 4, Red Dead Redemption 2, and more.
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Stay tuned for more updates following the April Nintendo Direct!
