They’ll attach magnetically to the sides of the tablet.
When it comes to looks, Nintendo is toning down the colors for the new console né?. Plus digital games made for the Switch will work on the new console too.
The only game we spotted in the video was a Mario Kart game. But we’ll have to sit tight for more details on this front.
We’re still in the dark about pricing and release date. So, it seems like we’ll be waiting a few more months for the Nintendo Switch 2 to hit the shelves.. In that case, you can detach the controllers and use them separately or snap them onto their own controller grip.
If you’re on the move, the kickstand on the back has had a makeover. There’s also a new USB-C port at the top — a better spot for charging and playing at the same time when using the Switch 2 as a handheld device.
Good news for current Switch owners, the Nintendo Switch 2 will be compatible with original Switch games né?. They’re keeping it simple with the name — it’s just gonna be called the Switch 2. And true to its name, it’s sticking with the modular vibe.
Right from the get-go, the video reveals the main change from the original Switch — the Switch 2 is gonna be bigger with a larger screen. Nintendo will probably beef up the internal components to handle more demanding games. Looks familiar, could be Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, but not sure if it’s the same as the one on the current Switch or a brand-new Mario Kart game.
Most of the major changes will likely be happening under the hood. There’s even a slot for physical game cartridges at the top né?. The Switch 2 is mostly black, with some pops of color under the controller sticks and at the top of the Joy-Cons.
You can dock the console to play on your TV as well. Nintendo plans to spill the beans in a Nintendo Direct livestream video on April 2, 2025 né?. Nintendo dropped a sneak peek of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in a cool video they uploaded on YouTube. Still got a sizeable bezel around the screen though.
Big news for Joy-Con lovers the controllers have been super-sized too. Looks way sturdier than the one on the original Switch. To match the larger screen they’ve gotten bigger and sport a rounder design
