Today, Nintendo revealed the release date, pricing information, and details of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console.
During the livestreamed Direct, we learned that the console will have a “Game Chat” feature that can pick up the player’s voice, even from a distance, and broadcast it clearly. It’s also possible to stream your screen to your friends.
The “C” button on the right Joy-Con 2 controller pulls up the chat menu, letting you mute yourself and more. The console also comes with a dedicated webcam that you can use to broadcast yourself. The camera feed will also be integrated into some games.
A Nintendo Online membership will be required to use Game Chat, and children under the age of 16 will need the parent’s or guardian’s approval on the Nintendo Switch Parental Control app to start a chat.
Another interesting feature is GameShare, which lets you share compatible games and play them together with up to 3 other consoles even if the players don’t own a copy of the game.
The LCD screen measures 7.9 inches and comes with 1080 resolution at 120 FPS, including HDR resolution. TV Mode with the new dock supports up to 4K with HDR and up to 120 FPS. The back also includes a fan to help cool the console.
The console has “significantly improved CPU and GPU performance over Nintendo Switch,” and Spatial 3D sound is supported.
On the back of the Switch 2, there’s a new stand, the angle of which can be adjusted. The console has two USB-C ports, one on the top and one on the bottom.
The internal storage is 256 gigabytes, and it’s faster than its predecessor. In terms of external storage, microSD Express cards are supported, with faster data transfer speed compared to the cards used by the Switch.
A new Pro Controller will also be made available, and a variety of accessibility features are included, like the ability to adjust font size, enable screen reader, and speech-to-text features within GameChat.
Speaking of software, there will be a “Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour” that will basically teach you about the console, like the fact that the Joy-Con 2 attaches magnetically and works like a mouse with additional gyroscopic capabilities to rotate objects on the screen.
It’ll play Nintendo Switch 2 games, “compatible” games for Nintendo Switch (not all of the games for the older consoles will be compatible with the new one), and upgraded “Nintendo Switch 2 Edition” games that were originally released for Nintendo Switch.
The console launches on June 5, 2025. Pre-orders start on April 9.
Besides the console on its own, you will be able to purchase the Switch 2 with Mario Kart World. The console with no game will be priced at $449.99. The bundle will be priced at $499.99
The package includes the following.
- 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
Below you can also find the official specifications.
| Size | Approximately 4.5 inches tall x 10.7 inches wide x .55 inches thick (with Joy-Con™ 2 controllers attached). *The maximum thickness from the tip of the control sticks to the protruding parts of the ZL/ZR buttons is 1.2 inches. |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately .88 lbs (Approximately 1.18 lbs with Joy-Con 2 controllers attached) |
| Screen | Capacitive touch screen 7.9-inch wide color gamut LCD screen 1920×1080 pixels HDR10 support VRR up to 120 Hz |
| CPU/GPU | Custom processor made by NVIDIA. |
| Storage | 256 GB (UFS) *A portion of the storage is reserved for use by the system. |
| Communication features | Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi 6) Bluetooth In TV mode, Nintendo Switch 2 can be connected using the wired LAN port on the dock. |
| Video output | Output via HDMI connector in TV mode Maximum of 3840×2160 (4K) resolution at 60 fps (TV mode) Supports 120 fps when 1920×1080/2560×1440 resolutions are selected Supports HDR10 *Maximum 1920×1080 resolution in tabletop mode and handheld mode, following screen resolution. |
| Audio output | Supports linear PCM output 5.1ch Output via HDMI connector in TV mode *Surround sound effect can be applied when outputting to headphones or to the built-in speaker (surround sound effect when outputting to the built-in speaker requires a system update). |
| Speakers | Stereo The independent enclosure structure provides natural, clear sound quality. |
| Microphone | Built-in microphone (monaural) Noise cancellation, echo cancellation, and auto gain control provide a more comfortable voice chat experience. |
| Buttons | POWER Button/Volume buttons |
| USB-C® Ports | 2 USB-C® Ports The port on the bottom is used to charge the console and connect to the Nintendo Switch 2 dock. The port on the top is used to connect accessories and/or charge the console. |
| Audio jack | 3.5mm 4-contact stereo mini-plug (CTIA standard) Please note: Nintendo cannot guarantee functionality with all products. |
| Game card slot | Both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cards can be inserted. |
| microSD Express card slot | Compatible with microSD Express cards only (up to 2 TB) *microSD memory cards that are not compatible with microSD Express can only be used to copy screenshots and videos from Nintendo Switch. |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyroscope, and mouse sensor located in Joy-Con 2 controllers Brightness sensor located in console |
| Operating environment | 41-95 degrees F / 20-80% humidity |
| Internal battery | Lithium-ion battery/5220mAh |
| Battery life | Approx. 2 – 6.5 hours *These are rough estimates. The battery life will depend on the games you play. |
| Charging time | Approximately 3 hours *While the system is in Sleep mode. |
Interestingly, the console is priced at 449,980 yen in Japan, which is a much more affordable $334, but it’ll include only Japanese language and can be linked only to Nintendo Accounts with the region set to Japan, strictly limiting the ability to just import a console for those who can’t read Japanese.
If you’d like to know which games will be available at launch and during the launch window, you can check out our dedicated article. Below, you can watch an overview trailer showing the Nintendo Switch 2 off.
