Switch 2
After an agonizing wait, Nintendo finally revealed more details on the Switch 2 during a Direct presentation on the morning of April 2nd. While Nintendo told us very little in the official reveal of the console in January, the company announced during the Direct that the Switch 2 would launch on June 5th and cost $449.99.
But due to the Trump administration’s new tariffs, Nintendo has delayed preorders for the console in the US to “assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.” Preorders had been scheduled to launch on April 9th. However, the company says the Switch 2 will still launch on June 5th.
In its Direct, Nintendo shared more hardware details and specs to pore over, like a 1080p, 120Hz 7.9-inch LCD screen, Joy-Con controllers with mouse-like functions, 256GB of storage, and 4K output via the dock. We even know why it’s called the Switch 2 instead of Super Nintendo Switch.
Most importantly, we’ve finally been able to go hands-on with the Switch 2 and play games like the exclusive Switch 2 launch title, Mario Kart World, and Donkey Kong Bananza.
Nintendo also cleared up the mysteries about the system’s “C” button with details about new GameChat features and a camera accessory, and confirmed that GameCube games are coming to Nintendo Switch Online, along with a dedicated controller to give them the respect they deserve.
You can keep up with all the latest developments from the Switch 2 Direct right here.
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Mario Kart World is pure chaos
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Every Nintendo Switch 2 game announced in the Switch 2 Direct
The Switch 2 could’ve been the Super Nintendo Switch.
The Switch 2 / Mario Kart World bundle won’t be around forever.
Nintendo describes Switch 2 “Game-Key Cards.”
The Nintendo Switch 2 has a camera accessory for video chats
Here’s a Switch 2 hardware supercut.
Nintendo’s Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers
FromSoftware is making a multiplayer Switch 2 exclusive called The Duskbloods
The Switch 2’s Pro Controller adds customizable rear buttons
Nintendo Switch 2 boxes will be red, too.
Kirby Air Riders is a Switch 2 racing game from Masahiro Sakurai
Donkey Kong Bananza is coming to the Switch 2 in July
Mario Kart World launches exclusively with the Nintendo Switch 2
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment hits the Switch 2 this winter
Cyberpunk 2077 is coming to the Switch 2.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is launching in 2025
Deltarune is headed to the Switch 2 — and so are its new chapters.
GameCube games are coming to Nintendo Switch Online
Civilization VII is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with mouse controls.
Nintendo is releasing a GameCube controller.
You can play one Nintendo Switch 2 game on multiple consoles with GameShare.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Nintendo’s Switch 2 ‘C’ button is a Discord-like GameChat feature
These are the Switch 2’s new game cartridges.
The Nintendo Switch 2 arrives on June 5th for $449.99
Nintendo Switch 2 specs: 1080p 120Hz display, 4K dock, mouse mode, and more
You’re not the only one interested in today’s Switch 2 show.
Will we get a trailer this good?
What will we learn about the Switch 2?
As much as I want to hear about DLSS…
The Switch 2 has big shoes to fill.
It’s hard to know what Nintendo has in store.
How to watch the Switch 2 Direct
Nintendo shares more info on its Switch 2 direct
