There was a ton of recent data to absorb from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. Luckily, we’ve picked out a very powerful particulars in regards to the console, together with when you possibly can play it and the expertise behind it, on this useful article. So, let’s get straight to it. Here are 23 new particulars in regards to the Switch 2 console and its new GameChat characteristic.
The Console
1. Let’s begin with the massive one. We lastly now know that the Nintendo Switch 2 will arrive on June fifth, 2025.
2. It shall be obtainable to pre-order on April eighth within the UK and Europe, however at some point afterward the ninth within the US.
3. The Switch 2 is a bigger model of the unique hybrid console, with the display measuring 7.9 inches – a substantial improve in comparison with the Switch’s 6.2 inches.
4. The display itself is a 1080p LCD monitor, with double the quantity of pixels of the unique display. It additionally helps HDR (High Definition Range) and 120fps for a good smoother gameplay expertise.
5. 4K decision shall be obtainable on Switch 2 when docked and an acceptable TV is linked through HDMI. The new dock additionally has a built-in fan this time round.
6. The Switch 2 comes with 256GB of inside storage, a mammoth eight instances the quantity of area the unique got here with.
7. If you merely have too many video games and want much more room, MicroSD Express playing cards are the one sort that may be inserted for further storage. Frustratingly, authentic Switch microSDs gained’t work.
8. The Switch 2 can even be utilizing a brand new sort of sport card. They’re pink versus their predecessor’s gray, and have a quicker studying pace.
9. The audio capabilities of the Switch 2 seem considerably improved, with higher high quality audio system permitting for elevated vary, in addition to 3D audio obtainable when utilizing headphones. Great, now we’ll be capable of hear that blue shell coming for us immediately from behind.
10. There’s additionally a built-in microphone on the highest of the console that comes into its personal when utilizing the Switch 2’s brand-new GameChat characteristic (extra on that later).
11. It additionally possesses two USB C ports. One on the underside, similar to the unique Switch, and one on prime to make charging simpler when in tabletop mode, or if you wish to make the most of the brand new Nintendo Switch Camera 2 accent.
12. The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera shall be obtainable on the identical day because the console. It will value $49.99/£49.99 and can be utilized to place your face into video games, resembling Mario Party Jamboree, or as an overlay when taking part in with mates.
13. The Switch 2 joy-con connects magnetically to the console through the larger, metallic SL and SR buttons, and in addition has bigger analog sticks.
14. Each joy-con can be used as a mouse too. Some examples of video games which have have been proven to make use of this performance are Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Civilization 7.
15. A brand new Pro Controller can even be obtainable for the Switch 2. It comes with programmable GL and GR buttons on the grips and shall be obtainable for $79.99/£74.99.
16. Other official equipment revealed right now embrace Mario Kart steering wheels, a Switch 2 carry case, and an “multi function” carry case that may retailer and carry all tools wanted to play in TV mode. This consists of the Nintendo Switch 2 system, Nintendo Switch 2 dock, Joy-Con 2 controllers, varied cables, and as much as six sport playing cards.
17. Amiibo additionally make their return and are confirmed to be appropriate with the Switch 2. Three new Street Fighter Amiibo – Luke, Jamie, and Kimberly – are due on the console’s launch.
18. The customary Nintendo Switch 2 console prices $449.99/£395.99 and comes with the next in its field: A Nintendo Switch 2 console, Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R), Joy-Con 2 Grip, Joy-Con 2 Straps, Nintendo Switch 2 Dock, Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable, Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter, and a USB-C Charging Cable.
19. A Mario Kart World Bundle can even be obtainable at launch. It comes with the entire above, plus a duplicate of the sport. This will value $499.99/£429.99.
GameChat
20. And lastly, the massive thriller of the Switch 2’s C button was lastly solved. GameChat is a brand new get together voice channel system for the Nintendo console that can enable gamers to speak to mates, and all begins with a press of that button.
21. The microphone on the highest of the console guarantees to select up gamers’ voices excessive of background noise, whether or not be busy site visitors or a vacuum cleaner on the opposite facet of the room.
22. It can even enable gamers to share their screens with others, very similar to PlayStation’s share display tech, as a way to see what your pals are as much as and even assist them with a specific puzzle.
23. GameChat, in fact, comes with a value, although. And that admission charge is a Nintendo Online membership. That will solely be the case after March thirty first, 2026, nonetheless, as earlier than then will probably be obtainable to all Switch 2 house owners totally free.
And that’s all of the quickfire data we picked out from Nintendo’s in depth Switch 2 Direct. Are you planning on choosing up a Switch 2 at launch? Let us know within the feedback. And for every part else Switch 2, persist with IGN.
Simon Cardy is a Senior Editor at IGN who can primarily be discovered skulking round open world video games, indulging in Korean cinema, or despairing on the state of Tottenham Hotspur and the New York Jets. Follow him on Bluesky at @cardy.bsky.social.
