Nintendo Reveals Switch 2 Release Date and New Specs
Live at Nintendo Direct, the company announced that the revamped console will arrive this June with a larger improved display, redesigned Joy-Con controllers and the all-new GameChat feature.
At Nintendo‘s Switch 2 focused Direct livestream the gaming company announced an official release date and revealed detailed specs for the highly anticipated second edition of its handheld gaming console. First and foremost among an expansive list of new details, the Switch 2 is set for release on June 5 at $499.99 USD.
Users will find that compared to the first Switch, the new device boasts a larger 7.9-inch wide in full HD at 1080p, all while maintaining the slim profile of the original. The new Joy-Con controllers are also larger and now magnetically snap onto the device, unlike the previous mechanical sliding feature. Nintendo also revealed that with compatible games, users will be able to use the Joy-Con controllers on surfaces as one uses a mouse.
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Improved CPU and GPU capabilities facilitate faster processing speeds, offering more detailed graphics and expedited loading times for a seamless gaming experience. Longer battery life enables an estimated 6.5 hours of uninterrupted play, and increased storage capacity offers 8x the original battery life with 256 GB. When using the new Nintendo Switch 2 Dock with a TV, users can play with up to 4K resolution and up to 120 fps with compatible games and TVs.
With the revamped device, Nintendo also launches its new GameChat online feature, allowing players to talk to one another from miles away by pressing the new C button. With built-in mics, up to 12 players can join remotely, and up to 4 players can share their screen. Additionally, with a compatible USB-C camera, users can also video chat with each other while playing.
The game cards for Switch 2 will be red instead of the previous black, and microSD Express cards will be supported instead of the original microSD cards. Along with the device, Nintendo will launch the new Mario Kart World game, which will be discussed in another Direct presentation on April 17.
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For detailed specs, visit the official Nintendo Switch 2 specs page now. Stay tuned to Hypebeast for the latest updates on the forthcoming Switch 2.
