Nintendo Switch 2 Officially Announced

In an unexpected twist that seems to poke fun at the rumor mills and leaks, Nintendo has officially pulled back the curtain on the Nintendo Switch 2, aiming for a 2025 release with what many might call a rather understated reveal. Don’t miss out on the first-look trailer, and feel free to share your thoughts!

When it comes to its design, most of what we see confirms the whispers that have been circulating on social media recently. The video does a fair job illustrating the console’s size difference, showcases an upgraded support stand, and spends ample time focusing on how Joy-Con connectivity has evolved. It’s almost as if Nintendo is saying, “You’ve been spoiling the mundane details, folks. We’re keeping the good stuff under wraps until April.”

Speaking of which, mark your calendars for April 2nd! That’s when Nintendo plans to host the Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Direct. Right after that, they’ll launch hands-on Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events at these locations:

In North America:

– New York, April 4-6, 2025,
– Los Angeles, April 11-13, 2025,
– Dallas, April 25-27, 2025,
– Toronto, April 25-27, 2025.

For 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.

In Oceania:

– Melbourne, May 10-11, 2025.

And in Asia:

– Tokyo (Makuhari), April 26-27, 2025,
– Seoul, May 31-June 1, 2025,
– Hong Kong’s dates are pending,
– And Taipei’s are also yet to be announced.

Now, you might be wondering what games you’ll get your hands on at these events. From the first-look trailer, it seems a new Mario Kart is on the horizon. We can expect to hear more about the gaming lineup during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. But while you wait, make sure your Nintendo account is ready if you’re planning to attend one of these events.

To participate in a Nintendo Switch 2 Experience, having a Nintendo Account is crucial. Registrations for tickets will open up soon, so stay tuned for more details.

The other significant announcement is that “Nintendo Switch 2 will play both exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 games as well as physical and digital games from the original Nintendo Switch.” However, it’s worth noting some Nintendo Switch games might not be fully compatible or supported on the new console. We’ll learn more about which games and why in the future.

It’s a journey we’re all eager to embark on. Don’t forget to join us for the next Pure Nintendo Podcast, where we’ll surely dive deep into what these developments mean for gamers in the coming months. Exciting times ahead!