Switch 2: Release Date, Specs, Price, Rumors - Latest Updates

This article delves into the latest news, announcements, and everything we know about the Nintendo Switch 2. From rumored features and specs to potential launch games, we've got you covered with all the essential details.

List of Contents
● Latest News
● Overview
● Rumored Specs and Features
● Games Possible at Launch
● Peripherals, Design and Other Information
● News and Announcements
● Related Articles

Latest Switch 2 News

⚫︎ Switch 2 Will Beat Scalping By Making More Than Scalpers Can Buy
Nintendo aims to combat scalping by producing enough Switch 2 units to meet demand, ensuring more gamers can get their hands on the console without inflated prices.

⚫︎ Nintendo Switch 2 Confirmed to be Announced This Fiscal Year, Just Not Yet
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has confirmed that an announcement about the Switch 2 will be made before the fiscal year ends on March 31, 2025.

⚫︎ Switch Sales Remain Strong Despite Switch 2 On The Horizon
Despite the anticipation for the Switch 2, current Switch models continue to see robust sales, indicating strong consumer interest in Nintendo's gaming ecosystem.

Switch 2 Overview

Switch 2 Release Date: TBA, but Announcement Confirmed Coming Soon

Nintendo has officially acknowledged the existence of the Switch 2, but a specific release date remains under wraps. However, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has assured fans that an announcement will be made before the fiscal year concludes on March 31, 2025.

Switch 2 Price: Could Cost $349.99 Upwards

Given the expected enhancements in hardware and the general trend of rising prices, the Switch 2 is likely to be priced higher than its predecessors. The original Switch debuted at $299.99, while the Switch OLED model launched at $349.99. We anticipate the Switch 2 to fall within the $349.99 to $399.99 range.

Switch 2 Specs: As Powerful as PS4 / Xbox One

Rumors suggest the Switch 2 will continue using Nvidia's system-on-a-chip, possibly an advanced version of the Tegra X1 or the T239 chip, which could bring the console's performance up to par with the PS4 and Xbox One. Analyst Hiroshi Hayase from Omdia predicts an 8-inch screen, while Sharp Corp. has confirmed supplying LCD panels for the console's development. Recent reports, however, lean towards an OLED display at launch.

Switch 2 Rumored Specs and Features

The Switch 2 is rumored to feature an 8-core Cortex-A78AE processor, 8GB of RAM, and a significant storage upgrade to 512GB. Battery life is expected to surpass the current model's 9-hour peak, and the console may boast a 7 or 8-inch OLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Nvidia's next-generation Tegra chip or the T239 could power the console, potentially matching the performance of the PS4 and Xbox One. The Switch 2 is expected to maintain its hybrid nature, with rumors of a co-processor to enhance performance when docked to a 4K TV.

Switch 2 Games Possible at Launch

No Announcements Yet, Switch Still Releasing New Titles in 2025

While no specific games have been confirmed for the Switch 2's launch, Nintendo continues to release new titles for the current Switch into 2025, including Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. As the announcement for the Switch 2 is expected before March 31, 2025, some upcoming games might be exclusive to the new console or delayed for a Switch 2 release. For more on upcoming video games, check out our related article.