Today, Nintendo finally announced the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to their popular Nintendo Switch system, and confirmed that it will launch later this year. A full Nintendo Direct is planned for the upcoming system on Wednesday, April 2nd. The first-look trailer is embedded above, while some additional details including hands-on event details are included below.
Nintendo Switch 2 plays Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive games, as well as both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. Certain Nintendo Switch games may not be supported on or fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2. Details will be shared on the Nintendo website at a later date.
Nintendo will also hold Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events, where consumers can go hands-on with Nintendo Switch 2, in cities around the world.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience host cities and schedule. All dates are local.
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
A Nintendo Account is necessary to participate in a Nintendo Switch 2 Experience event. Consumer ticket registrations will begin soon. Please visit https://www.nintendo.com/us/nintendo-switch-2-experience/ for more information.
Are any of you excited about the Nintendo Switch 2? Do you plan to attend any of your city’s hands-on events? Let us know in the comments section below.
