Nintendo once again sparked a wave of enthusiasm among gamers around the world. The expected pocket console Nintendo Switch 2 she was officially announced and its debut is planned for 2025. After the success of the original Switch, which redefined the gaming industry with its hybrid concept of playing on the go and at home on a large TV or monitor, the new generation has the potential to raise the bar even higher.
They showed and they didn’t show
Japanese gaming giant Nintendo has just presented its console in an unusual form. It is not an official premiere with company representatives on stage, as we are used to at similar events. So far, Nintendo has only shown the console in an official video without specifying a specific price or the start of sales. This was probably a reaction to the constant leaks of information, and with this step they managed to engage the audience with essentially official but incomplete information about the news.
Although an exact release date has not yet been announced, Nintendo has hinted that the console will hit the market sometime in 2025. The special event Nintendo Directscheduled for April 2, 2025will reveal more details. The company is also planning a series of events “Nintendo Switch 2 Experience” during April and May in the world’s capitals, where fans will be able to try the console before it goes on sale. You can try it in Europe in Paris, London, Milan, Berlin, Madrid and Amsterdam.
A redesign that catches the eye at first sight
The Switch 2 retains the hybrid nature of its predecessor, allowing gamers to pass smoothly between portable and home gaming mode. However, the new model brings significant visual and technical improvements.
Larger display with a diagonal 8.4 fingers (Nintendo Switch is 6.2 inches and Nintendo Switch Oled is 7 inches) with narrower bezels offers a better gaming experience while still keeping the console compact enough. Overall dimensions are 116 x 272 x 31,4 mm. The manufacturer has not yet specified the weight. Just for comparison, the Nintendo Switch Oled weighs 420 grams, roughly the same as two smartphones.
The resolution was increased from HD to full HDwhich ensures a sharper image and more beautiful details, especially for games with rich graphics, such as series The Legend of Zelda or Mario Kart. For now, it is a secret whether the “two” will have an LCD or OLED display.
The Joy-Con controllers have undergone a redesign and now they connect magnetically, increasing stability and ease of handling. Mechanically inserting the controllers in the current version of the console sometimes meant getting stuck and fighting with plastics.
The new kickstand on the back is now fully adjustable, allowing players to adjust the screen angle to their preference. In addition, increased hardware performance should bring smoother running of games and better support of modern technologies, what she is ray tracing.
The rest of the parameters are a secret for now, but in this case it’s not even that important. The basis of a game console is that every single game title simply works there at full capacity.
Advantages of backward compatibility
Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 will be backwards compatible with the game library of the original Switch, which is a huge plus for the millions of players already invested in the games. Plus, a new title from the popular series Mario Kart was hinted at in a promotional video, causing excitement among fans. It is more than certain that with the arrival of the new console, Nintendo will present several new game titles from the Super Mario or Final Fantasy family to support sales.
However, Nintendo adds that not all old titles will be fully compatible, and although the cartridge slot remains, some games will require downloading additional data from the Internet.
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The sales numbers speak for themselves
The original console, which debuted in 2017, became one of the best-selling consoles of all time. With more than 146 million units sold by September 2024, Switch exceeded many expectations and became a phenomenon not only among gamers, but also in pop culture.
Unlike competitors such as Sony and Microsoft, Nintendo relies on innovative concepts and family gaming, which has proven to be a successful strategy. The Switch not only celebrated traditional brands such as Mario or Zelda, but also welcomed third parties, expanding its game library by hundreds of quality titles.
Some experts say that Nintendo with Switch 2 “play it safe”. Unlike revolutions in the form of VR headsets or cloud gaming, the company focused on evolution. However, this strategy can be a smart move. Players appreciate the proven concept of hybrid gaming, but with modern improvements.
The device could thus appeal to both nostalgic fans and new players. Nintendo Switch 2 has great potential to build on the success of its predecessor. A larger display, higher performance and backwards compatibility are just some of the key features that are attracting fans.
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