Switch 2 Release Date, Specs, Price, News, Rumors and More

This article compiles the latest news, rumors, and confirmed details about the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. We'll explore potential specs, launch titles, design elements, and Nintendo's official announcements.

Table of Contents

• Recent Updates
• Overview
• Speculation: Features and Technical Specifications
• Potential Launch Titles
• Design, Peripherals, and Additional Information
• Official News and Statements
• Related Articles

Recent Switch 2 News

• Nintendo's Strategy to Combat Scalping for the Switch 2
• Confirmed Announcement Within the Fiscal Year (ending March 31, 2025)
• Continued Strong Sales of the Original Nintendo Switch

Switch 2 Overview

Release Date: Imminent Announcement

Nintendo has confirmed the Switch 2's existence, but a release date remains unannounced. However, President Shuntaro Furukawa has promised an announcement before the fiscal year's end (March 31, 2025).

Price: Likely a Premium

Expect a higher price point than previous Switch models, reflecting enhanced hardware and general market inflation. Estimates range from $349.99 to $399.99.

Specs: PS4/Xbox One-Level Power

The Switch 2 will likely utilize a next-generation Nvidia system-on-a-chip (possibly a Tegra X1 successor or the T239), potentially matching the processing power of the PS4 and Xbox One. Reports suggest an 8-inch screen, though some sources indicate an OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Switch 2 Rumored Specs and Features

Rumors point to an 8-core Cortex-A78AE processor, 8GB RAM, and 512GB of storage – substantial upgrades over the original Switch. Improved battery life and a high refresh rate OLED display are also anticipated. A potential co-processor for enhanced docked 4K output is also being discussed.

Potential Launch Titles: Uncertain

Currently, there's no confirmed information on launch titles. The release timeline suggests some existing 2024/2025 Switch titles may not be compatible or may see delayed Switch 2 releases.