
Nintendo Switch 2 Set for 2025 Release: Bigger, Better, and Backward Compatible
Nintendo announced on Thursday that its highly anticipated Switch 2 hybrid console will launch later this year, featuring a larger screen and redesigned controllers. The company unveiled the Switch 2 in a trailer, starting with the current model before showing the “joy-con” controllers detaching to expand the tablet, with the joy cons growing in size and adopting a matte black finish.
The new joy-con covers, available in red and light blue, are magnetically attachable when removed, allowing for flexible use when the console is docked or propped up on its upgraded U-shaped kickstand. This new kickstand allows the console to lie almost flat on a surface. The design closely mirrors previously leaked mock-ups, and while no specific release date was given, Nintendo confirmed more details would be shared during its next “Nintendo Direct” event on April 2. Additionally, the Switch 2 will be backward compatible, letting users play their old Switch games on the new model.
Check out the trailer below:
Nintendo will also hold Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events, where consumers can go hands-on with Nintendo Switch 2, in cities around the world.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience host cities and schedule.
All dates are local.
North America:
- New York, April 4-6, 2025
- Los Angeles, April 11-13, 2025
- Dallas, April 25-27, 2025
- Toronto, April 25-27, 2025
Europe:
- Paris, April 4-6, 2025
- London, April 11-13, 2025
- Milan, April 25-27, 2025
- Berlin, April 25-27, 2025
- Madrid, May 9-11, 2025
- Amsterdam, May 9-11, 2025
Oceania:
- Melbourne, May 10-11, 2025
Asia:
- Tokyo (Makuhari), April 26-27, 2025
- Seoul, May 31-June 1, 2025
- Hong Kong, To be announced
- Taipei, To be announced
Visit the official experience website for tickets and other information – click here.
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