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Months after it’s teaser, Nintendo delivers an hour of presentation from Nintendo’s Direct on Wednesday morning, there’s a lot of consume and more Nintendo Switch 2 details emerged afterwards. Let’s go over them.
According to Nintendo, the Nintendo Switch 2 priced at $449.99 USD and comes with the following items inside:
- 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 is also selling a bundle with Mario Kart World, the latest Mario Kart game, as a digital download for $499.99 USD. This is much more than the original Nintendo Switch’s launch that was priced at $299.99 USD. The Switch 2 does come with more power, here’s what’s revealed:
- 7.9-inch built-in LCD screen that displays in full HD at 1080p
- HDR support
- Can go up to 120fps (frames per second)
- 4K resolution option when docked
- Switch 2 dock has coolant fan
- Joy-Con 2 controllers attached magnetically
- Larger controller sticks
- Joy-Con 2 new feature: mouse control
- Spatial 3D sound
- Built-in microphone
- 2 USB-C ports (bottom, top)
- Internal storage of 256 GB
- Adjustable stand for handheld mode
- Amiibo support
- Backwards compatible with Nintendo Switch games
- GameChat
- Share screen and chat with four additional players at the same time
- GameShare
- local play with other Nintendo Switch consoles without game
Nintendo also revealed accessories such as the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera ($49.99 USD) and the Switch 2 Pro Controller ($79.99 USD). These items are sold separately and more details can be found on the official website.
Software coming to the Switch 2 is set to launch starting June 5th and in the following months. You can read and watch the official trailers from our previous post. The Nintendo Switch 2 set to launch on June 5, 2025. Pre-orders begin on April 9, 2025 at selected retailers.
Source: Nintendo