The Nintendo Switch 2 is Now Officially Announced

In a move that seems to taunt every rumor mill out there, Nintendo has officially pulled back the curtains on the Nintendo Switch 2, setting its release for 2025. But before you get too excited, the announcement landed with more of a “meh” than a bang. The first-look trailer is out, and we’d love to hear your opinions on it.

If you’ve been following the leaks on social media, the physical updates might not be much of a surprise. The video walks us through changes in the console’s size, a beefed-up support stand, and delves into the details of Joy-Con connectivity. It feels like Nintendo is saying, “You’ve got the mundane details, but we’ve saved the juicy bits for April.”

April 2nd marks the date for a dedicated Nintendo Direct focused entirely on the Nintendo Switch 2. Right after this reveal, selected cities around the globe will host a hands-on Nintendo Switch 2 Experience. Here’s where and when you can dive into the action:

In North America:
– New York, from April 4 to 6, 2025
– Los Angeles, from April 11 to 13, 2025
– Dallas and Toronto, from April 25 to 27, 2025

Across Europe:
– Paris, from April 4 to 6, 2025
– London, from April 11 to 13, 2025
– Milan and Berlin, from April 25 to 27, 2025
– Madrid and Amsterdam, from May 9 to 11, 2025

In Oceania:
– Melbourne, from May 10 to 11, 2025

And over in Asia:
– Tokyo at Makuhari, from April 26 to 27, 2025
– Seoul, from May 31 to June 1, 2025
– Hong Kong and Taipei, with dates yet to be announced

As for the games available at these events, the trailer hints at a new Mario Kart title. No doubt, we’ll have a clearer picture of what’s on the horizon after the April 2nd reveal. Make sure your Nintendo Account is in order if you’re planning to attend these events, as you’ll need it for ticket registration.

In another major announcement, Nintendo confirmed that the Switch 2 will run exclusive titles alongside existing physical and digital Switch games. However, not all current Switch games are guaranteed to work fully or at all on the new device. The finer details on compatibility will be shared over time.

It’s a journey we’re eager to embark upon. Keep an ear out for our next episode of the Pure Nintendo Podcast, where we’ll dive deeper into this topic and discuss what’s on the horizon. Stay tuned—it’s going to be thrilling!