Nintendo Switch 2: Price, Launch and News from the New Console

Nintendo finally revealed details about the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2, confirming that the console will hit the market globally on June 5, 2025. In the United States, the starting price will be $ 449.99, with pre-sales scheduled to start on April 9.

What’s coming in the box?

Nintendo Switch 2 will be marketed with a complete set of essential items for the user experience. The packaging will include:

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• Nintendo Switch 2 Console
• Joy-Con 2 Controllers (L+R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• High-Speed ​​HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

Special version and international prices

In addition to the default model, Nintendo will launch a special bundle edition that will follow the game “Mario Kart World” in digital format. This special package will be sold in the United States for $ 499.99.

The values ​​of the new console were also released to other regions:

• United Kingdom : £ 395.99 for the default version; £ 429.99 for Bundle with “Mario Kart World”.
• Europe : € 469.99 for the standard model; € 509.99 for the special bundle.

Specifications and functionality

The Nintendo Switch 2 will bring significant improvements to its predecessor. Among the main advances, stand out:

• 7.9 -inch HDR LCD screen 1080p resolution and update rate up to 120Hz.
• Dock mode with 4K resolution support.
• 256 GB of internal storage , allowing greater space for games and digital content.

Games and New Functions

Nintendo has confirmed that “Mario Kart World” will be one of the console’s release titles, bringing dynamic races and support for up to 24 simultaneous players. Another confirmed game is “Hyrule Warriors: Age of imprisonment”, scheduled to arrive in the 2025 winter.

In addition to hardware advances, Switch 2 will feature new features, such as:

• Gamechat : Integrated Voice Communication System between players.
• Gameshare : technology that allows local multiplayer using a single copy of the game.
• Camera accessory for video calls.

With these innovations, Nintendo Switch 2 promises to revolutionize the players’ experience and reaffirm the success of the Switch line. It now remains to wait for the launch to see if the console will meet the expectations of the public.