Nintendo has officially unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2, the highly anticipated successor to the original Nintendo Switch system, set for release in 2025. A first-look trailer showcasing the new hardware is now available, giving fans a glimpse of the system’s design and capabilities. The trailer can be viewed on the Nintendo Switch 2 website.
Backward Compatibility and Exclusive Games
The Nintendo Switch 2 will support both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games alongside its exclusive titles. However, some Nintendo Switch games may have limited compatibility with the new system. Additional details will be provided on the Nintendo website at a later date.
Upcoming Nintendo Direct Announcement
Nintendo will reveal more about the system during the “Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2” airing on April 2, 2025. Fans are encouraged to tune in for deeper insights into the console’s features and upcoming games.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events
Gamers worldwide will have the chance to try out the Nintendo Switch 2 firsthand at Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events. These events will take place in major cities across North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia.
North America
- New York: April 4-6, 2025
- Los Angeles: April 11-13, 2025
- Dallas: April 25-27, 2025
- Toronto: April 25-27, 2025
Europe
- Paris: April 4-6, 2025
- London: April 11-13, 2025
- Milan: April 25-27, 2025
- Berlin: April 25-27, 2025
- Madrid: May 9-11, 2025
- Amsterdam: May 9-11, 2025
Oceania
- Melbourne: May 10-11, 2025
Asia
- Tokyo (Makuhari): April 26-27, 2025
- Seoul: May 31-June 1, 2025
- Hong Kong: To be announced
- Taipei: To be announced
How to Participate
To attend a Nintendo Switch 2 Experience event, a Nintendo Account is required. Ticket registration will open soon, with details available on the official event page.
Stay tuned for more updates as Nintendo prepares to launch the next chapter in gaming innovation with the Nintendo Switch 2.