Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to the incredibly popular Nintendo Switch console.

Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to the incredibly popular Nintendo Switch console. Like its predecessor, it allows players to play in handheld mode and TV mode. As a result, they can enjoy their favorite games wherever they want. Switch 2 offers a vast array of extraordinary titles, including Mario Kart World, The Duskbloods, and many more.

Nintendo Switch 2 release date

Tons of rumors and leaks preceded the official announcement of the console. Nintendo finally revealed the Switch 2 in January 2025. However, to learn more details, available games, and the release date, players had to wait until April 2, when the company held an event at which it announced that Nintendo Switch 2 would hit the shelves on June 5, 2025.

Nintendo Switch 2 games

Nintendo Switch offers a wide range of video games. It includes exclusives that are not available on other platforms, enhanced versions of the biggest Switch hits, and the Switch 2 ports of multiplatform releases. Here are some of the best and most interesting titles you can play on Nintendo Switch 2.

• Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
• Donkey Kong Bonanza
• Elden Ring
• Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
• Kirby Air Riders
• Mario Kart World
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
• Split Fiction
• Street Fighter 6
• The Duskbloods
• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

How much does the Nintendo Switch 2 cost?

Here is the list of introductory prices.

• $449.99,
• A$699,
• CA$629.99,
• €469.99,
• £395.99,
• ¥49,980.

Nintendo Switch 2 Specs

The Nintendo Switch 2 wants to redefine portable gaming with its sleek design and powerful performance. Featuring a 7.9-inch LCD screen, it delivers 1080p visuals in handheld mode, while docking unlocks 4K resolution and HDR for a more immersive experience. In most games, players can choose between 1440p at 120 Hz and 4K resolution at 60 Hz with HDR.

Powered by enhanced processing capabilities, Switch 2 should ensure smoother gameplay, faster loading times, and sharper graphics. Its new Joy-Con 2 controllers attach magnetically and introduce innovative features like mouse-like controls, the responsive HD Rumble 2, and a dedicated C Button for instant access to GameChat. It also contains 256 GB of internal storage.

Backward compatibility

Backward compatibility was at the heart of the console design process. As a result, you can play most of your Nintendo Switch titles on the Nintendo Switch 2 console. However, in most cases, unlocking all the capabilities offered by the new system requires purchasing an upgrade.

Game sharing

The Nintendo Switch 2 introduces a feature called GameShare, which allows users to share supported games with friends and family, even if they don't own the game themselves. Locally, games can be shared between Nintendo Switch 2 systems and even the original Nintendo Switch, provided the games are compatible. Online, GameShare integrates with GameChat, enabling players to share games and play together during live sessions. However, users who receive a game via GameShare can only play it during the active GameChat session, and the game access terminates once the session ends.