Getting Ready for the Nintendo Switch 2: Nintendo Switch Experience
It’s an exciting time for the gaming community, especially those with an interest in Nintendo. The Nintendo Switch 2 is launching on the 5th of June 2025 and is currently available for pre-order, meaning it’s not long until we see what the new device is like. As the launch date gets closer, we’re able to learn more about what this console will offer, and how it will compare to the beloved original.
In this blog, we’ll be diving deeper into the capabilities of the Switch 2, and what Nintendo has revealed about the device through their exclusive preview events. If this console is on your wish list, why not make the purchase even easier by selling your old tech with our ‘sell my Nintendo Switch’ service.
Features: What We Know So Far
One of the main things gamers want to know, is how the Nintendo Switch 2 is different from the original. We know that the original is a beloved device, so the second-generation version doesn’t propose to radically change everything about it, but builds upon the foundation with significant improvements in performance, display, and controls. Here’s what we know so far:
- Display & Visuals: The original size came with a 6.3-inch 720p LCD screen. The Switch 2 has a larger 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen. When docked, the new device can achieve up to 4K resolution at 60Hz, making the gaming experience exceptional on compatible TVs.
- Controller: The original Joy-Con used a rail-based attachment system, whereas the new Joy-Con uses magnetic attachment for easier connection, with a larger and more ergonomic design. There’s also a ‘C’ button on the right Joy-Con that activates the GameChat feature, and optical sensors which provides mouse-like functionality in certain games.
- Communication & Social: The original switch relied on a companion smartphone app for voice chat. Now, the Switch 2 comes with GameChat, a built-in voice and video chat system for communicating with friends and screen sharing.
- Performance: Without going into heavy detail on the specifics, the main difference in hardware is that the original switch was powered by a custom Nvidia Tegra X1 processor, and the new one uses a much more powerful Nvidia Tegra T239. This results in faster load times and smoother gameplay experiences.
- Game Library & Compatibility: The original switch came with some iconic games, but Nintendo have truly stepped it up in their 2025 variation of the device. Not only do users benefit from backward compatibility with most Switch games, but they also will have access to new exclusives like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza.
- Storage: As expected, the Switch 2 will come with a larger storage capacity than the original. The Switch 2 has 256 GB of storage, which is a large step up to the 32 GB of the original, and the 64 GB of the Switch OLED.
The improvement in features we’ve seen will be sure to please both current and future Nintendo Switch fans, retaining some of the fan favourite aspects of the console whilst also offering an elevated gaming experience.
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Worldwide Community Engagement
Nintendo have conducted a series of ‘Switch 2 Experience’ events across major cities, allowing fans to have a hands-on experience with the console before its official release. From New York and Los Angeles to Paris, London, and Tokyo, these events have drawn massive crowds keen to explore what the Switch 2 can do. Fans could experience titles like Drag X Drive and others, showcasing the console’s extensive game library and improvements in graphics. Each attendee got the experience to play different games, delving into both the new releases and old favourites.
These events provided early access to the console, but also sparked community discussions and excitement, building anticipation for the release. Online, gamers have shared their experiences, speculated on what the new device will be like, and celebrated the advancements Nintendo brings to the gaming landscape.
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