Nintendo Switch 2: 9 Burning Questions About the New Console

The Nintendo Switch 2: Unveiled, But Still Mysterious

After months of anticipation, Nintendo finally revealed its next-generation console, the Switch 2. A brief trailer confirmed many previously leaked details, but left many key questions unanswered. This article explores the biggest mysteries surrounding the upcoming console, ahead of the anticipated April 2025 Nintendo Direct.

A Glimpse of the Switch 2

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Release Date: The trailer only confirms a 2025 release. Speculation, mirroring the original Switch launch, points towards a May or June release. However, the April 2nd Nintendo Direct is expected to provide a definitive date, following hands-on preview events running from April to early June.

Price: The biggest unknown. While the original Switch launched at $300, and the OLED model at $350, industry analysts predict a $400 price point for the Switch 2, aligning it with the Steam Deck. The final price will depend on hardware specifications, including screen technology (OLED or otherwise).

Launch Titles: The trailer hinted at Mario Kart 9, but further details remain scarce. While a strong third-party lineup is anticipated, the presence of a new Zelda or Mario title at launch remains unconfirmed. A list of rumored launch titles circulates, suggesting a broader range of games than the original Switch launch.

Size and Screen: The Switch 2 appears noticeably larger than its predecessor, estimated at around 15% increase in size. The screen size is also larger, but the type of display (OLED, LED, or LCD) remains undisclosed.

Backwards Compatibility: While most original Switch games will be compatible, the trailer notes exceptions. The specifics of which games won't work are yet to be revealed.

Game Enhancements: The performance of original Switch games on the Switch 2 is unclear. While improved framerates and graphics are anticipated, the method of implementation (simple compatibility or paid remastered versions) is unknown.

New Joy-Con Features: The new Joy-Cons feature an extra button and magnetic attachment, and reportedly function like a computer mouse. The full extent of these new functionalities remains to be seen.

Joy-Con Drift Resolution: The persistent issue of Joy-Con drift on the original Switch remains a concern. Whether Nintendo has addressed this problem in the Switch 2's design is a key question.