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The Nintendo Switch 2: A Sneak Peek

The surprise January 16th, 2025 YouTube reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2's new form factor, accurately predicted by NateTheHate, sent ripples through the gaming community. While release date rumors had circulated for months, the official trailer finally provided a glimpse into the console's features. Let's delve into what we know so far:

Size and Dimensions:

The Switch 2 is noticeably larger than its predecessor. While precise specifications await official confirmation, leaked dimensions suggest a height of 116 mm, width of 270 mm, and thickness of 14 mm. This translates to a 3.1 cm wider and 1.4 cm taller console compared to the standard Switch. An 8-inch screen is also rumored, a significant upgrade from the OLED Switch's 7-inch display.

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Redesigned Joy-Cons and Controls:

The Joy-Cons boast a magnetic connection secured by recessed contacts, eliminating the previous fragility concerns. Larger, metallic SL and SR buttons enhance the magnetic hold, preventing accidental detachment. This design, however, necessitates screen bezels. The Joy-Con holder has been redesigned for side insertion, and the buttons themselves are slightly larger. Hall effect sensors in the sticks promise to mitigate joystick drift. However, the IR camera's absence suggests potential backward compatibility issues for certain games like Ring Fit Adventure.

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A USB Type-C port and microphone are visible on the top bezel, hinting at potential wired controller support and in-game voice chat functionality.

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Internal Specifications (Speculation):

Full specifications are pending the April 2nd Nintendo Direct, but leaks suggest a powerful console comparable to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Docked mode may support either 4K or full Quad HD resolution. Current speculation points to:

• Processor: Custom Nvidia Tegra T239
• RAM: 12 GB
• Storage: 256 GB
• Memory Card Support: microSDHC, microSDXC, microSD Express
• Screen: 8-inch LCD (no OLED at launch, reportedly)

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Release Date and Availability:

NateTheHate predicts a release no earlier than May, with a likely June launch. The Nintendo Switch 2 Experience tour, starting April 4th, will allow hands-on demonstrations in various cities (New York, Paris, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Dallas, Milan, Toronto, Tokyo, Amsterdam, Madrid, Melbourne, Seoul, Hong Kong, and Taipei – with some dates still to be announced). Registration closes January 26th.

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Price:

Price remains unconfirmed, with speculation ranging from €349 to €399. Official pricing will be revealed during the Nintendo Direct.

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Launch Titles and Game Speculation:

Mario Kart 9, featuring 24-player online support and redesigned item boxes, has been confirmed as a launch title. Further announcements are expected at the Nintendo Direct. However, fan speculation includes titles like Fallout 4, Red Dead Redemption 2, Tekken 8, Starfield, Diablo IV, Elden Ring, MySims Action Bundle, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.

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Stay tuned for the April Nintendo Direct for official announcements and further details on the Nintendo Switch 2!