By Wilfred Nkhwazi 
The Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the original Switch game console, is on the horizon. This may sound like another ruse, considering that the rumors of the console’s release began years ago. This time, it’s confirmed: The Switch 2 will arrive on the market in mid-2025. It’s Buzz after Buzz, just like rumors surrounding the PS6. Rumors of the Switch 2 began circulating in 2019 and only gained more momentum after the release of The “Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” and the launch of the OLED model in 2021. There isn’t much we know about it, but few details of the console have been leaked so far. Highlights of the Nintendo Switch 2 include a 256GB storage capacity, an 8-inch LCD, and 12GB of RAM.
If you’re anticipating what’s next for Nintendo’s hybrid console, keep on reading and learn more about what it will offer. Here’s everything you should know about the Switch 2, from release date and price to its sleek display and wireless dock.
Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date
You should expect the Nintendo Switch 2 to be released in June 2025 or the third quarter of the year. This information wasn’t easy to find since Nintendo is keeping the release date of the Switch 2 under wraps. But I picked up on some clues.
In a recent statement, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed that an official announcement would be made before the end of the company’s fiscal year, which runs until March 2025. While some speculate a spring 2025 launch, other reports suggest that the Nintendo Switch 2 may be released between April and June 2025, according to Tokyo Security analyst Hideki Yasuda.
This means the wait for the Switch 2 is almost over. We will likely see the next-generation handheld console hit the market in the first half of 2025.
Nintendo Switch 2 Design Leaks and Rumors
Design leaks about the Nintendo Switch 2 keep popping up on forums, including Reddit’s GamingLeaksAndRumors. Early images suggest that the new Switch 2 console will have a larger screen compared to the original Switch, along with magnetic Joy-Con controllers.
The larger LDC screen is a much-anticipated upgrade, and some believe that the system will also feature a more durable kickstand. While these are just prototype images, the leaks align with other reports that the Nintendo Switch 2 will focus on improving its portability and design.
Nintendo Switch 2 Price
Pricing is still up in the air, but Tokyo Security analyst Yasuda predicts that the Nintendo Switch 2 will likely launch at $500.
This is a huge increase from the original Switch, which launched at $299. The new Switch 2 features a larger screen, 256GB of internal space, and increased power, which could justify the price bump.
Internal Specs: What We Know About the Nintendo Switch 2
One of the most common rumors surrounding the Switch 2 is its internal hardware. According to leaks from Centro Leaks Twitter page and other sources, the next-gen Switch 2 console will reportedly feature 12GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and an 8-inch LCD.
Here are the full leaked Nintendo Switch 2 specs:
- HDMI 2.1 support
- 8-inch LCD
- Two USB-C ports
- 256GB internal storage
- Magnetic controller attachments
- Dual cooling fans
- Built-in microphone
- Wireless Dock
- 12GB of RAM
- Gigabit Ethernet support
Reports from Digital Foundry also state that the Switch 2 will run on a new Nvidia T238 chipset, which could help the system perform at a level similar to the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. We don’t know if Nvidia’s DLSS technology will be included. If so, it could allow the Switch 2 console to upscale graphics to 4K, which would be a game-changer for a portable console.
Screen Quality: LCD Over OLED
Aside from the good rumors about the Switch’s graphics, increased space, and wireless dock, there have been some disappointing rumors as well.
A rumor from Bloomberg suggests that the Nintendo Switch 2 will use an 8-inch LCD screen rather than OLED on the current model.
The OLED screen on the Switch OLED model was widely praised for its superior color and contrast, so this potential downgrade has raised some eyebrows. However, the overall increase in screen size and improved resolution could still make this a worthwhile upgrade.
Backward Compatibility
Backward compatibility is one of the top features of the Switch 2. Fortunately, Nintendo has hinted that the Nintendo Switch 2 will support both physical and digital games from the original Switch library. This means you will be able to play all old Switch games on the Switch 2 game console.
This is a huge advantage for current Switch owners, who won’t have to start their game collections from scratch.
With the Switch 2’s backward compatibility, game developers will also have the option to upgrade existing Switch games to take full advantage of the new hardware.
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Joy-Con and Controller Improvements
Nintendo is making changes to the Joy-Con controllers for the Switch 2 handheld console. According to reports from Vandal, the new controllers on the Switch 2 will connect magnetically rather than via the plastic rail system used in the original.
The new controller connectors could improve durability and make the controllers easier to attach and detach. It’s unclear if the old Joy-Cons will be compatible with the new console. On the plus side, rumors say that the existing Switch Pro Controller will still work with the Switch 2. That would be a highlight of the console.
Wireless Docking: The Next Big Feature?
One rumor from a Famiboards user claims that the Nintendo Switch 2 will feature a wireless dock. With a wireless Dock, connecting your Nintendo Switch to a TV would be easy. Currently, it requires an HDMI cable.
If true, this wireless dock on a Switch 2 would be a revolutionary feature for a handheld console. It could set the console apart from its competitors.
Upcoming Game Ports and Launch Titles
The Nintendo Switch 2 will have a strong launch lineup. Rumors suggest that the console will have ports for Assassin’s Creed Shadows and other game titles in the series. You should expect these near the console’s release. While we don’t know the full launch lineup yet, it’s clear that developers are already working on titles optimized for the new hardware.