Nintendo Switch 2 arrives on June 5 at $ 450
Finally, we have the critical information that millions of gamers have been expecting for years: Nintendo Switch 2 Date of issue, price and other details of the new system. The console will arrive on June 5th and costs $ 450. Pre -orders will open on April 9So you have a week to open your Piggy Bank.
The date of exit in June confirms the long -standing rumors that Nintendo first revealed the details of the new console in January. As suspected, he develops with a series of events on Roadshow that Nintendo holds all over the world to leave people Try Switch 2 for the first timeS These ended in early June.
Nintendo has been reported to have wanted to have as many units of the console as possible, ready to sell out of the gate to mitigate shortages. Switch 2 is probably in high demand, although Nintendo plans to save Taking new games For the original switch (which is sold More than 150 million units) In at least 2026, yet, if demand is stable enough and reported that Nintendo has between 6 million and 8 million units ready to get, the company is ready to break sales records with Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch 2 hardware
Nintendo says it has been processing the system from the beginning. As expected, the Nintendo Switch 2 is greater than its predecessor. It measures 7.9 inches, compared to 6.2 inches for the original system, although not larger than the previous console. The switch 2 has about double the pixel density on the original switch, says Nintendo as it has a 1080p display. In the docked mode you will be able to play up to 4K on your TV.
There are some great news about the frame ratings as the system will support up to 120Hz gameplay on its own screen. There is also HDR support. Unfortunately, this is an LCD display, not OLED.
Nintendo says it has improved speakers to deliver more clear audio while you can enjoy 3D audio in selected games through compatible surround sounds or headsets. There is a built -in microphone with voice cancellation technology (more about it for a moment). Some other hardware features have already been discovered, including the Kicktand and Dual USB-C multi-storey stand, each of which can be used to charge.
With gratitude, Nintendo gave a serious upgrade to Switch 2. At 256GB it has eight times the larger storage space for the switch. This was a needed change as many games already weighed over 32 GB and required a microSD card to install locally.
To add more storage space, you will need a microSD Express card that supports data transfer at higher speeds. Regular microSD cards will not be supported. As for physical play cards, they are the same size and shape as those for Nintendo Switch.
As usual, Nintendo doesn’t say much about the processor or graphics hardware. The company simply notes that "The Nintendo Switch 2 significantly improved the performance of the processor and GPU through the Nintendo Switch, leading to a faster processing speed and allows for a new visually advanced gameplay. It also makes it possible to achieve more detailed graphics and faster load time."
Unfortunately, battery performance is not what to write at home. Nintendo says the Switch 2 will receive between 2 and 6.5 hours of play time, depending on what games you use and if you use online features. Speaking of online, Switch 2 is upgraded to Wi-Fi 6.
The new dock has a built -in fan to keep the console cool and maintain stable performance. This is something that may be useful if you play, say, Eldon ring On Switch 2 – which you can actually do.
Nintendo promises Swatch from new Switch 2 accessibility features. They include the font change option, a speech function to a text in Gamechat (which we’ll get to a moment) and a screen reader.
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Joy-Con 2
The rumors were true, Joy-Con 2 includes a mouse control functionS Any controller can be used as a mouse so you might be expecting more strategic games (Oh, hello, Civilization VII) and even first-person archers-nintendo adds this feature just in time to Microsoft to Start wearing Call of Duty Games in its systemsS New game 3 vs. 3 sports games called Drag X Drive, Which will arrive this summer, uses mouse controls of both joys.
The controllers are attached to the main device magnetically. To separate them, you must press the rear release buttons. The control sticks are larger, as are the SL and SR buttons. The latter are made of steel and these are what the magnets embedded in the system, seemingly electromagnetic, are attached.
It is not yet clear whether the joy of the switch will be compatible with the switch 2 or, if so, how they would attach. So if you have a large collection of joy, they can soon collect dust.
Elsewhere, a new Pro controller with rear buttons will be available. It has an audio jack and like the JOY-Con 2 has a C button. For that …
C button and Gamechat
The much discussed new button C of the correct Joy-Con 2 (and the new Pro controller) can control A new feature called GameChatS On the one hand, it can activate a voice chat with up to 12 people.
The microphone built into the main switch 2 can take your voice from the room when the console is in a dock, says Nintendo. Through Gamechat, the ability to share your gameplay with up to four friends, so you can all see what they do each other (although these flows from friends seem to work at a low Nintendo Switch 2 Direct frames).
The camera accessory will allow you to jump in a video chat with up to four buds. You can choose to enjoy your camera emissions on your gameplay. The camera will be available on the day of starting the Switch 2.
Gamechat will require an online Nintendo switching subscription in the long run, but access will be free of charge until March 31, 2026. Parents and guardians can set Gamechat restrictions via the Nintendo Switch Parental Control app. The company says there are safety features for GameChat.
Nintendo Switch 2 matches
Of course, Nintendo introduced several Switch 2 matches including Mario Kart WorldThe new title that annoys the console video. This will be the title of Switch 2 Launch. Expect more details about this during a specialized direct directory on April 17.
I am very excited about Donkey Kong BananzaA 3D platform that will hit Switch 2 on July 17th. A donkey game with a destructive environment just feels right. On top of everything, Kirby air riders, racing game of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Director Massahiro Sakurai comes later this year.
A wave of big -party games are Submissions come 2 on the day of startupincluding Cyberpunk 2077, Split Fiction, Hitman World of Assassination and Street fighter 6. Also come to switch 2 at a time are Hades II, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Borderlands 4, Elden Ring: Tarnish edition . Pro Skater 3 +S
We have received an update of a small game called Hollow Knight: Silksong, which now has The 2025 release windowS Grand Theft Auto 6 Watch his back better.
In a big surprise, Nintendo revealed a brand new front from fromsoftware, which came exclusively on Switch 2 in 2026. It is called The Duskbloods And looks a lot like a spiritual heir of BloodborneS
Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack’s Switch 2 version will include Gamecube Games Libraryas F-Zero GX., The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker and Soulcalibur 2. A version of the Gamecube controller will be available soon. And yes, he has a C button for Gamechat.
In addition, several games to switch first sides will be Improved on the switch 2 – But only if you give up paid superstructure. They include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the forgotten land, as well as upcoming Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Za.
Switch
Players will be able to carry the bigger part of their purchased Switch games, Nintendo Switch Online Chamenthips, and so on to the new console thanks to the new console Reverse switching compatibility 2. A new system that will also be available in the upcoming hybrid is intended to make it easier for people to give Switch digital games to friends and family, but as it is also so often The case with Nintendo, the company did things more complicated than they should beS
Fortunately, Nintendo strives to facilitate the transition from switch to switch 2. You will be able to transfer your games, save data, and so on directly into the new console.
A Game It will allow people to play the same Switch 2 game locally on multiple systems without having to buy it more than once. This is a really pleasant upgrade of quality of life for families and friends who like to play games together. Switch 2 owners can invite those who use Switch to play Gameshare titles with and with them. On the other hand, Gameshare will only be available to selected games including Super Mario Odyssey For those who really want to play as Kappy on their own device. Naturally, it will also work on some switching 2-exclusive games
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