Nintendo has officially revealed the Switch 2, set for release in 2025, though no exact date has been provided. The reveal came through a YouTube trailer showcasing a larger, sleek all-black design that resembles a handheld gaming PC. This design choice diverges from earlier red-and-blue color rumors and aligns with trends seen in devices like the Steam Deck and Lenovo Legion Go.
The Switch 2 features a larger display compared to the original’s 6.2-inch screen, possibly around 7 inches or more. It includes an improved kickstand similar to the one on the Switch OLED, offering better stability. The device also sports USB-C and 3.5 mm ports keeping it versatile for accessories.
The detachable controllers remain, but they’re larger to match the bigger screen. Interestingly, the Joy-Cons seem to have a “mouse mode,” similar to the Lenovo Legion Go’s FPS mode, suggesting enhanced precision controls.
Nintendo has confirmed backward compatibility for both physical and digital Switch games ensuring current libraries remain usable. While hardware details haven’t been fully disclosed, leaks point to a Tegra T239 chip with an 8-core ARM CPU and a GPU with 1,536 CUDA cores, blending Ampere and Ada Lovelace architectures. This significant upgrade would provide substantial performance improvements, positioning the Switch 2 closer to a handheld gaming PC than a traditional console.
