Nintendo shares first official look at the Switch 2
Whatâs the point of leaks ruining your product launch when you can just show the world what it looks like. Thatâs probably the reason why Nintendo went ahead and dropped a first-look trailer for its much anticipated next-gen console â the Switch 2.
The video showcases the design evolution of the Switch 2 compared to the original model. The new version looks to be larger than its predecessor, with a bigger display (likely OLED) thatâs rumored to come in at 8.4 inches. We can also see the slimmer display bezels and updated Joy-Cons, which have also grown in size and appear to attach via magnets.
The right Joy-Con features a new button next to the home button. Both get additional triggers on the back, next to the L/R buttons.
We also spot the familiar button layout on the console with the power and volume buttons on the top left side, cooling vents in the middle, a headphone jack and a second USB-C port on the right, which joins the other USB-C connector on the bottom of the device.
The back houses an updated U-shaped kickstand that supports a much wider variety of angles than the original Switch.
Nintendo also showcased its new dock and a brief demo of what we can only presume is Mario Kart 9.
If you were hoping for more details, tough luck. Nintendo will hold a special announcement event on April 2.
The company also announced it will host several Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events, which will give gamers a chance to go hands-on with the console in the following cities.
- 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