Nintendo, the leader in the handheld gaming console industry has blown up the internet by releasing the trailer of the Nintendo Switch 2, The successor of the successful Nintendo Switch which is regarded as the highest-selling handheld console of this decade, managing to sell a whopping 146 million units! To know more about this console, read the article given below.
Who are Nintendo?
Nintendo is a company that has been in the gaming market for a long time now, Whether it be its NES or the Nintendo Switch, it has never disappointed its loyal fanbase.
One of the most recent successes of this company was its Handheld Console, the Nintendo Switch which they launched in 2017. This console has gone on to make history since then and is now regarded as one of the best handheld consoles in the history of Consoles. Ever heard of Mario? Well, it is owned by Nintendo.
What is the Nintendo Switch 2:
Announced recently via a YouTube trailer, the Switch 2 was Nintendo’s most-awaited console for a few years of time now. After the ground-breaking success of its predecessor, the Switch 1 which was released a long time ago, in 2017 to be exact, people expected the Switch 2 to release around 2020 but here it is now in 2025.
A few days prior, Nintendo released the teaser trailer for the Switch 2 further confirming the speculations about the Switch releasing this year into surety. The hype for this switch is unreal as #Switch 2 was trending on X the day the teaser was released.
Given below is the long-awaited trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2:
Things To note in the teaser trailer:
- Instead of the joining rails for the joy-cons in the case of Switch 1, Switch 2 will feature magnetic joints, making the joining process easier.
- As there is a new generation of the Switch coming, there will surely be a new generation of games like Mario Kart for the Switch 2 coming soon.
- A new C button has been introduced on the switch which has been shown in the trailer. The use of this button has not been revealed yet.
- Improved Mouse Mode: Even though it was not mentioned in the trailer, the viewers were quick to notice that there might be new features introduced to the mouse mode. Some believe that a sensor would be added in the joy-cons to use it as a mouse too.
Features of the Nintendo Switch 2:
New Sleek Design: The Switch 2 will feature a more sleek design as opposed to its predecessor. Talking about its size, its size is slightly bigger as compared to the Switch 1
A Better Kickstand: Many were quick to notice the improvement of the kickstand in the teaser and believe that it will make tabletop mode even more exciting.
Backward Compatability: The Switch 2 will be featuring a backward compatibility feature i.e. the Switch 1 games would work with ease on the Switch 2.
Release Date:
Though the release date for the Switch 2 has not been announced yet, it is expected that it will be launched in the year 2025. Moreover, more information about the Switch will be revealed in April 2025 as Nintendo will be hosting a direct presentation of the Switch 2 on April 2, 2025.
It is expected that more details about this Handheld Console like its specifications would be announced in the event. The core and loyal fanbase of Nintendo believe that this will be another hit from their beloved company, Nintendo.
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