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After months of anticipation, Nintendo has officially unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to Nintendo Switch.
The announcement came via a trailer shared on Nintendo’s social media channels and YouTube on Thursday, offering a two-minute preview of the next-generation hardware.
As hinted by earlier leaks, the design of the Switch 2 closely resembles its predecessor, featuring a central screen flanked by detachable Joy-Con controllers. However, the new Joy-Cons introduce a key innovation: a magnetic connection system. This enhancement aims to prevent the controllers from loosening or sliding off over time—a common issue reported by long-term Switch users.
The updated Joy-Cons also showcase a sleek black finish, with black accents under the control sticks, at the connection points, and on the detachable side grips. Additionally, the console includes an improved stand with a wider tilt range, allowing it to lie nearly flat for better stability during tabletop use.
One notable new feature is the addition of an extra button on the right Joy-Con. Leaks had previously referred to it as the “C button,” but in the trailer, the button appears unmarked. The video also teases an intriguing detail: the Joy-Cons are shown sliding across the ground toward the console, fueling speculation that one of them might double as an optical mouse.
Nintendo has not yet announced a release date or pricing for the Switch 2, leaving some questions unanswered for now. However, a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation focusing on the new console is scheduled for April 2.
The trailer briefly showcases gameplay footage of a new Mario Kart title running on Switch 2 hardware. At the video’s conclusion, Nintendo confirms that the Switch 2 will support backward compatibility with both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. However, the company notes that certain games may not function fully on the new console, likely due to unique physical features of the original Switch, such as compatibility with the Nintendo Labo series.
To build excitement ahead of launch, Nintendo has announced a series of hands-on events for the Switch 2. The “Switch 2 Trial Event” will kick off in New York and Paris on April 4, with additional stops planned across North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania through the end of May. Attendance will require pre-registration to ensure availability.
The announcement came via a trailer shared on Nintendo’s social media channels and YouTube on Thursday, offering a two-minute preview of the next-generation hardware.
As hinted by earlier leaks, the design of the Switch 2 closely resembles its predecessor, featuring a central screen flanked by detachable Joy-Con controllers. However, the new Joy-Cons introduce a key innovation: a magnetic connection system. This enhancement aims to prevent the controllers from loosening or sliding off over time—a common issue reported by long-term Switch users.
The updated Joy-Cons also showcase a sleek black finish, with black accents under the control sticks, at the connection points, and on the detachable side grips. Additionally, the console includes an improved stand with a wider tilt range, allowing it to lie nearly flat for better stability during tabletop use.
One notable new feature is the addition of an extra button on the right Joy-Con. Leaks had previously referred to it as the “C button,” but in the trailer, the button appears unmarked. The video also teases an intriguing detail: the Joy-Cons are shown sliding across the ground toward the console, fueling speculation that one of them might double as an optical mouse.
Nintendo has not yet announced a release date or pricing for the Switch 2, leaving some questions unanswered for now. However, a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation focusing on the new console is scheduled for April 2.
The trailer briefly showcases gameplay footage of a new Mario Kart title running on Switch 2 hardware. At the video’s conclusion, Nintendo confirms that the Switch 2 will support backward compatibility with both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. However, the company notes that certain games may not function fully on the new console, likely due to unique physical features of the original Switch, such as compatibility with the Nintendo Labo series.
To build excitement ahead of launch, Nintendo has announced a series of hands-on events for the Switch 2. The “Switch 2 Trial Event” will kick off in New York and Paris on April 4, with additional stops planned across North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania through the end of May. Attendance will require pre-registration to ensure availability.
