The new system plays exclusive games, both cartridge and online Switch games with exceptions
Kodoani.com – Nintendo has just officially announced Nintendo Switch 2 with its first trailer out today, revealing significant improvements to design and features. According to the plan, this new generation gaming console is expected to launch at the end of 2025.
Highlights of Nintendo Switch 2
New DesignSwitch 2 is larger in size than the first version, and comes with an improved stand that can adjust to more flexible angles.
Backwards CompatiblePresident of Nintendo, Shuntaro Furukawahas confirmed that the majority of games for the original Switch, both physical and online, will be playable on the Switch 2. However, some titles may not be fully compatible.
Hardware UpgradeAccording to previously leaked information, Switch 2 will use a screen LCD 8 inch and was developed in partnership with Sharp, the main display supplier.
Event “Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2”
Nintendo will reveal more details about the console at an online presentation titled “Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2” on the day April 2, 2025.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Event
Nintendo hosts a series of live events in major cities around the world where fans can experience the new console first-hand.
List of experiential events:
North AmericaNew York: April 4-6, 2025 Los Angeles: April 11-13, 2025 Dallas & Toronto: April 25-27, 2025
EuropeParis: April 4-6, 2025 London: April 11-13, 2025 Milan, Berlin: April 25-27, 2025 Madrid, Amsterdam: May 9-11, 2025
OceaniaMelbourne: 10-11 May 2025
AsiaTokyo (Makuhari): April 26-27, 2025 Seoul: May 31 – June 1, 2025 Hong Kong and Taipei: To be announced later.
Next Generation Information
According to a survey by the Game Developers Conference (GDC) year 2024:
8% The developer is developing the game for Switch 2.
32% Consider this the most notable development platform.
The Success Of The Early Nintendo Switch
As of date May 7, 2024the original Nintendo Switch has been sold 141.32 million devicessurpasses all PlayStation 4 and Game Boy/Game Boy Color to become third best-selling console of all timejust behind PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS.
Conclusion
Appearance of Nintendo Switch 2 marks a new step for Nintendo in maintaining its leading position in the gaming industry. Please look forward to more exciting information at the event Nintendo Direct in April 2025!
