The Nintendo Switch 2 specs, price, launch date, games, and more.
After months and months of endless speculation, rumour, leaks and eventual teaser we now know — directly from Nintendo — what we can expect with their next system.
The Nintendo Switch 2 was teased back in January, and now the upcoming device has been officially detailed as part of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct which just aired. You can watch the roughly hour long presentation below if you've not had chance to catch it yet.
During the 60 minutes showcase the company outlined what we can expect from the Nintendo Switch 2, which is slated to launch on June 5. That's in 64 days if you're counting.
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa called this new machine "the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch" adding:
“With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches.”
Ok, so first up, what do we know about the specs? Let dive in:
Nintendo Switch 2 Specifications
The Nintendo Switch 2 features:
- 7.9 inch LCD HDR display
- 1080p 120FPS screen
- 4K support when docked
- 5220mAh battery
- Built in mic with noise cancelling
- Handheld is 13.9mm thick - same as Switch 1
- 256GB storage. Eight times that of the 32GB on Switch 1
- Dock features a fan for cooling
You get the following in the box:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Date
The most important thing is when can we get our hands on it? Well, Nintendo revealed that the Switch 2 will launch on June 5. That's a Thursday.
Nintendo Switch 2 Price
The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to retail for an entry price of $449. That's in US dollars. The price in Japan will start at ¥49,980, whereas those in Europe can expect to pay €470. I'm in the UK, where the Switch 2 will sell with a £395 price tag.
A bundle including the newly announced Mario Kart World will also be available for $499.99.
Nintendo Switch 2 Games
The initial reveal trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 did give us a peek at Mario Kart, but we now know so much more. Yes, Mario Kart, now Mario Kart World is a launch title, but it will be joined by lots of other titles, including Yakuza 0 Director's Cut, Fortnite, and Civilization VII. Other titles confirmed for the launch window include:
- Street Fighter 6
- Cyberpunk 2077
- Split Fiction
- Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
- ...and others
Beyond the launch day titles, a slew of new games have also been revealed, including a new Donkey Kong title, a new Kirby Air Riders game from Sakurai, and even a new title via FromSoftware dubbed 'The Duskbloods'.
GameCube games are also being added to NSO at launch, with Zelda: The Wind Waker and F-Zero GX arriving on day one. GameCube titles will bot be available for NSO subs on the original Switch.
Nintendo Switch 2 games are looking likely to cost more too, with Mario Kart World set to carry an $80 price tag for a physical copy. The digital version will be slightly cheaper.
Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories
As you might expect, with a new console comes a slew of new accessories, including an all new Pro Controller. This new version of the Pro Controller features new back buttons, and a C button to access social features. This new Pro Controller will cost $80.
Additionally Nintendo also revealed a new camera accessory to use in certain games. This will retail for $60.
Also, to play those GameCube NSO titles, Nintendo will sell a Switch GameCube controller for $65.
You'll also need to pick up a new SD card for your Switch 2, as standard MicroSD cards won't work on the upcoming hybrid, instead you'll need Micro SD Express cards. These are faster cards with higher transfer speeds. A Nintendo-branded 256GB capacity card will be available for $55.
Beyond Nintendo, Genki and dbrand have stuff on the way, and we will likely have more from third-parties really soon.
Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are expected to start next week in certain regions on April 8.
Exciting stuff! After eight years with the Switch, Nintendo is ready for what's next. Will you be picking one up at launch?
