The Nintendo Switch 2: A Deep Dive into the Unveiled Console
The surprise January 16th, 2025 YouTube reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 trailer, accurately predicted by NateTheHate, sent shockwaves through the gaming community. While release date rumors had circulated for months, the official announcement, devoid of prior notice, solidified the console's imminent arrival. Let's explore the details revealed so far.
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 weren't explicitly stated, 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 1.4 cm in height compared to the standard Switch. An 8-inch screen is also rumored, a significant upgrade from the OLED Switch's 7-inch display.
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Design
The Joy-Cons undergo a significant redesign, featuring magnetic attachments secured by recessed contacts within the console body. Insiders assure us that this design is robust, preventing accidental detachment and accidental breakage. 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 is also redesigned, with a flatter grip and side insertion rather than the top insertion of the original Switch. 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 with games like Ring Fit Adventure.
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A microphone and a USB Type-C port are visible on the top bezel, hinting at potential wired joystick support and voice chat capabilities.
Internal Specifications
Complete specifications remain under wraps until the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. However, speculation points towards PlayStation 4 and Xbox One comparable processing power, and potentially full Quad HD resolution in docked mode, if not 4K.
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Insider consensus suggests:
- 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 June being a likely candidate. The official date will be announced during the April Nintendo Direct. The "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" tour, starting April 4th, allows hands-on experience with the console. Registration closes January 26th.
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Tour locations and 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 — To be announced
- Taipei — To be announced
Price
Pricing remains unconfirmed, with fan speculation ranging from €349 to €399. Official pricing will be revealed during the Nintendo Direct.
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Game Lineup
Mario Kart 9, featuring 24-player online support, redesigned item boxes, and new tracks, was showcased as a launch title. Further game announcements are anticipated during the Nintendo Direct. However, fan speculation includes titles like Fallout 4, Red Dead Redemption 2, Tekken 8, Starfield, Diablo IV, Elden Ring, MySims Action Bundle, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.
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Stay tuned for further updates following the April Nintendo Direct!
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