When is the Nintendo Switch 2 release date?

Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Announced

Nintendo has just confirmed that the Switch 2 will be released in 2025. The exact date is not yet known, but rumors suggest it will be released in June 2025.

Nintendo Switch 2 First Look Trailer

Nintendo has also launched an introductory video showcasing the new hardware. For now, it appears that the new Switch 2 will be larger. It’s primarily black, with pops of color on the controllers. To us, it seems to have a more comfortable grip.

It is not yet clear whether the new Nintendo Switch 2 will support all original Nintendo Switch games, but some Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives will be released. More details will be shared later on the official Nintendo website.

Check out the “Nintendo Switch 2 First Look Trailer” here:

More information about the Nintendo Switch 2 will be shared during Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025.

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events

Besides this, Nintendo will also host Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events. The event dates are as follows:

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
  
  

Check out more information on the Experience events on the official Nintendo website.

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