Nintendo Switch 2: Here’s What We Know So Far.
by: Bryce L. Jackson
Nintendo has finally revealed all the details for its next-generation Switch 2 console. Underneath some fascinating looks at launch window titles, we now know the console’s price, release date, additional accessories, new premium features, and much more.
Switch 2 Pricing and Products
Consoles (as of April 2nd)
Nintendo Switch 2: $449.99, £395.99
Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle: $499.99, £429.99
Pre-orders through Nintendo begin April 9th for current Nintendo Switch Online members
Accessories
Camera -$49.99, £49.99
Pro Controller - $79.99, £74.99
Additional Joy Con 2 Controllers - $89.99
Nintendo Switch 2 Gamecube Bluetooth controller - (Cost hidden behind confirmed Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order.)
Console Specs:
7.9-inch wide color gamut LCD screen
1920x1080 pixels
HDR10 support
VRR up to 120 Hz
Storage: 256GB Built-in Storage, Compatible with microSD Express Cards expanded storage only
Battery Life: 2-6.5 hours
Recharge Time: 3 hours
Output via HDMI connector in TV mode
Maximum of 3840x2160 (4K) resolution at 60 fps (TV mode)
Supports 120 fps when 1920x1080/2560x1440 resolutions are selected
Supports HDR10
*Maximum 1920x1080 resolution in tabletop mode and handheld mode, following screen resolution.
Launch Window Game Releases (Launch Day + approximately 6-9 months)
Mario Kart World - $79.99
Donkey Kong Bananza - $69.99
New Nintendo Switch 2 Features and Premium Items
Nintendo Gamecube games are coming to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership level exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5th. Pre-orders are limited to attached Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders.
Nintendo Switch 2 expanded storage will use microSD Express cards. Current Nintendo version microSD cards will be incompatible with Nintendo Switch 2. 256GB for $54.99, £49.99
Nintendo Switch 2 features GameShare where up to 4 players can play the same multiplayer game if only one person owns that game.
3rd Party Switch 2 Games
Nintendo Switch 2 offers Backwards Compatibility for 122 Nintendo 1st-party games and 15,000 3rd party partner games. Full list with future updates to add more games available via Nintendo.
