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Nintendo confirmed the date along with a number of day-on games and accessories.
All of this is accessed via the ‘C’ button which pulls up the chat menu.
It’s a feature that emphasises connectivity more than ever on Nintendo Switch 2.
The resolution, however, features double the pixels and supports up to 120fps on the 1080p display.
Even the LCD screen features HDR support as well.
3D audio now also features, without the need for a surround sound system similar to the PlayStation 5.
A new “sturdy” stand allows you to stand the undocked console at multiple angles.
Read/write speeds have been improved as well.
However, 4K output is fixed to 60fps.
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 controllers detailed
Gone are the little slidey rails.
When used horizontally, the SL and SR buttons are now quite a bit chunkier.
Likewise, the left and right sticks are bigger overall.
Both controllers can be used as a mouse “with compatible games”.
Local and online multiplayer are supported on Nintendo GameCube games, as well as remappable controls.
There are three categories of games on Switch 2
Nintendo has announced three categories of games.
Upgrade packs are available for some games that support this.
More news is coming on April 17, where Nintendo will host a dedicated Mario Kart World Direct.
It’s launching Summer 2025.
Where Link slowly clambers up cliffsides, Donkey Kong bounds.
It’s coming in 2025.
Star Wars Outlaws, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Elden Ring…
It’s an impressive roster.
To see it all, verify to check out ourupcoming Nintendo Switch 2 gameslist!