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The Official Trailer for Nintendo Switch 2

The long-awaited trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 was released on January 16, 2025, taking the gaming world by surprise. Without any prior announcement, the videos showcasing the new console's form factor suddenly appeared on Nintendo's YouTube channels. While rumors about the release date had been swirling for some time, constantly shifting, it was NateTheHate who accurately predicted that the Switch 2 would be unveiled on this date. If you haven't yet had the chance to see the trailer, take a look below:

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Size
Design
What's Inside?
Release Date
Price
What Are We Going to Play?

Size

From the trailer, it's evident that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be larger than its predecessor in every dimension. The screen, Joy-Cons, and even the analog sticks have been slightly upsized. While exact specifications remain undisclosed, insiders report that the Switch 2 will measure 116 mm in height, 270 mm in width, and 14 mm in thickness. This makes it 3.1 cm wider and 1.4 cm taller than the standard Nintendo Switch. Rumors also suggest an 8-inch screen diagonal, compared to the 7-inch screen of the OLED version of the first Switch.

Size Nintendo Switch 2 Image: x.com

Design

The trailer showcases a new design for the Joy-Cons, which now feature magnetic attachments. These are secured in portable mode by two recessed contacts within the console's frame, ensuring a robust connection. The SL and SR buttons have been enlarged and are now metallic, with NextHandheld confirming that the magnets will be strong enough to prevent accidental detachment. This design, however, results in side bezels around the screen.

The controllers now slide to the side after a button press, and the holder that transforms them into a full joystick has been modified. Its upper grips are now flat, and the Joy-Cons insert from the sides instead of the top. The buttons on the Joy-Cons have been slightly enlarged, and the sticks are rumored to use Hall effect sensors to combat drift issues. Notably, the IR camera, used in games like Ring Fit Adventure, has been omitted, raising questions about backward compatibility.

New Joy Cons Image: youtube.com

Additionally, a microphone and a USB Type-C port are visible on the console's top bezel. While their specific uses are not detailed, they might enable direct compatibility with wired joysticks and voice chat in games.

TypeC port on Switch 2 Image: youtube.com

What's Inside?

While we await the full specifications to be unveiled during the Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025, speculation suggests that the Switch 2 will have performance comparable to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. There's also a possibility of supporting Quad HD resolution in docked mode. Most insiders agree on the following tentative specs:

Processor: Custom Nvidia Tegra T239
RAM: 12 GB
Storage: 256 GB
Memory Card Support: microSDHC, microSDXC, microSD Express
Screen: LCD, 8 inches

Rumors indicate that the console won't feature an OLED screen at launch, but its specs are promising. We can expect many AAA projects from previous years to be ported to the Switch 2, including a potential release of Genshin Impact, which was announced back in 2020.

Nintendo Switch 2 Image: youtube.com

Release Date

NateTheHate predicts that the Nintendo Switch 2 will not be released before May 2025. The official release date will be announced during the Nintendo Direct in April, but we anticipate a launch in June. From April 4, 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience tour will allow early hands-on trials, with registration available on the official Nintendo website until January 26, 2025.

Here is the list of cities and dates for the tour:

New York — April 4-6, 2025
Paris — April 4-6, 2025
Los Angeles — April 11-13, 2025
London — April 11-13, 2025
Berlin — April 25-27, 2025
Dallas — April 25-27, 2025
Milan — April 25-27, 2025
Toronto — April 25-27, 2025
Tokyo — April 26-27, 2025
Amsterdam — May 9-11, 2025
Madrid — May 9-11, 2025
Melbourne — May 9-11, 2025
Seoul — May 31-June 1, 2025
Hong Kong — To be announced
Taipei — To be announced

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Image: nintendo.com

Price

While no official pricing has been confirmed, fans speculate that the Nintendo Switch 2 might start at €399, with some suggesting a slightly lower price of €349. It's advisable to keep expectations in check and await the official announcement at the Nintendo Direct.

Nintendo Switch 2 Image: stuff.tv

What Are We Going to Play?

The announcement video revealed that Mario Kart 9 will be an exclusive launch title for the Switch 2, featuring online play for up to 24 players, new track types, and revamped item boxes that are now yellow and more visible.

Mario Kart 9 Image: youtube.com