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Nintendo Switch 2 sneak peek: Bigger, better, and ready to dominate the gaming World

Nintendo’s Switch 2 is here, boasting a larger screen, sleeker design, and power to handle next-gen games. Get ready, 2025 is about to get a lot more exciting!
Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to Nintendo Switch releasing in April 2025.
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Get ready, gamers! Nintendo just dropped the first images of the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, and it’s looking like a major upgrade from its predecessor. In a video posted on YouTube, the gaming giant teased fans with a glimpse of the new console—one that promises to take the handheld gaming experience to the next level.

According to reports, right off the bat, the Switch 2’s most noticeable difference is its size. It’s getting a bigger screen—and we’re talking more display real estate, though there’s still a bezel around the edges. For fans who’ve always felt the original Switch was a little too compact, this new design will likely be a welcome change.

The Joy-Con controllers are also getting a serious makeover. They’ve grown alongside the screen, making them larger with a more rounded design. Probable game-changer? They’ll now attach magnetically to the tablet—so no more worrying about Joy-Cons slipping off when you’re deep in a game!

But wait—if you were expecting Nintendo to go wild with the colors, think again. The Switch 2 will sport a sleek, almost monochromatic look, with black being the primary color. Expect some accent colors beneath the controller sticks and near the top of the Joy-Cons, but overall, it’s a more sophisticated, grown-up vibe.

Docking, charging, and kicking back, all upgraded

The Switch 2 is sticking with the dockable design, so you’ll still be able to play on your TV. The Joy-Con controllers detach to function as individual controllers, or they can snap into a controller grip for those epic couch sessions.

Now, let’s talk about the kickstand—Nintendo clearly learned from the original Switch’s flimsy kickstand. The Switch 2’s new stand looks much sturdier and should make playing tabletop games a more stable experience. Plus, there’s a USB-C port now conveniently placed at the top, allowing you to charge while you’re playing handheld—goodbye to awkwardly placing the console when you’re low on battery!

Backward compatibility? Oh, you bet!

Here’s the good news for anyone already invested in the original Nintendo Switch: the Switch 2 will support all your current games. There’s a cartridge slot at the top of the console, ensuring your physical Switch games will work just as they did before. Not only that, digital games will be compatible as well—keeping your whole library intact.

As for the game showcased in the video, it’s a Mario Kart game, and it looks suspiciously similar to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, though it’s unclear if this is an upgraded version or a brand new Mario Kart game. Either way, the iconic kart racer has never looked better.

While the external design gets the spotlight, the real changes are happening inside the Switch 2. Nintendo is reportedly upgrading its internal components to support more demanding games. As of now, details are still scarce, but the company is probably gearing up for a device that will handle the next-gen titles. Expect the Switch 2 to be powerful enough to run more graphically intense games, but we’ll have to wait for more info to get the specifics.

Now, for the million-dollar question: When can we buy it? While details on pricing and exact availability are still unclear, Nintendo has promised to share more in an upcoming Nintendo Direct live-stream on April 2, 2025. That’s right—this new console is still months away from hitting shelves, so it’s time to save up and get ready for another wave of Nintendo fan frenzy.

Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to Nintendo Switch releasing in April 2025.

Fabrice Iranzi

Journalist and Project Leader at LionHerald, strong passion in tech and new ideas, serving Digital Company Builders in UK and beyond
E-mail: iranzi@lionherald.com

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