It’s finally here! After months of whispers and speculation, Nintendo has unveiled its next-generation console: the Nintendo Switch 2. While the name is understated, a closer look reveals a console brimming with fascinating updates to Nintendo's beloved hybrid system. We’ve broken down 30 key details from the reveal trailer, showcasing how Nintendo has refined its iconic design.
From redesigned face buttons to innovative Joy-Con functionality, here’s everything revealed in the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement trailer.
Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Look
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01 - The Switch 2 retains a familiar form factor, albeit slightly larger. The console itself and the Joy-Con are noticeably bigger—approximately 15% larger overall, we estimate.
02 - Gone are the vibrant colors of the original Switch Joy-Con. The Switch 2 adopts a sleek, dark grey aesthetic across the entire system, giving it a more refined, almost Steam Deck-like appearance.
03 - The dark grey isn't entirely monochrome. A subtle ring of color (red and blue) around the analog sticks and inner edges of the console and Joy-Con adds a stylish touch and serves as a color-coding system for pairing.
04 - The Joy-Con attachment mechanism has changed. Instead of sliding rails, they now directly slot into the console, with a connector on the main unit plugging into a port on the Joy-Con's inner edge. Rumors suggest magnetic attachment, similar to Apple's MagSafe.
05 - A redesigned trigger mechanism on the rear of each Joy-Con releases them from the console. A piston-like action pushes the controller away when the trigger is squeezed.
06 - The classic button layout remains. Analog sticks retain their offset positions, with the left stick above the directional pad and the right stick below the A, B, X, and Y buttons. Plus and Minus buttons are at the top, and the capture and Home buttons are at the bottom.
07 - A new, unlabeled button sits below the Home button, its function currently unknown.
08 - L and R shoulder buttons are in their usual positions, with deeper, more rounded ZL and ZR triggers that promise improved comfort and ease of use.
09 - The analog sticks retain a low-profile design but feature a smaller inner ring and thicker rims for enhanced grip and support.
10 - The NFC Amiibo interface is absent (though not necessarily removed), while the IR sensor from the original right Joy-Con is seemingly gone.
11 - The SL and SR buttons remain, enabling individual Joy-Con use. However, they're significantly larger, promising improved usability.
12 - The player indicator LEDs are present, now located on the forward edge of the connector strip.
13 - The Sync button for pairing Joy-Con remains, positioned below the connector port.
14 - A small, clear lens above the connector might be a laser sensor, suggesting potential mouse functionality for the Joy-Con.
15 - Redesigned wrist straps return, matching the Joy-Con's internal color accents.
16 - The main console features a larger screen, though not quite edge-to-edge. The display technology remains unconfirmed.
17 - The top edge retains the power and volume buttons, headphone jack, and a redesigned ventilation grill.
18 - The Game Card slot remains on the top edge, suggesting backwards compatibility with original Switch cartridges.
19 - A new USB-C port on the top edge adds intrigue, its purpose yet to be revealed.
20 - Downward-firing speakers replace the rear-facing speakers of the original Switch, promising improved audio.
21 - A new, full-length kickstand allows for multiple viewing angles.
22 - Docking functionality is retained, with a redesigned dock featuring rounded corners and a prominent Switch 2 logo.
23 - A Joy-Con charging grip is included, appearing similar to the original but hopefully improved.
24 - A new Mario Kart game is teased, featuring a 24-racer starting line.
25 - A new track, "Mario Bros. Circuit," is shown, suggesting a broader range of environments.
26 - Ten characters are confirmed: Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Peach, Yoshi, Toad, Donkey Kong, Daisy, Rosalina, and Wario.
27 - Backwards compatibility is confirmed, though some games may not be supported.
28 - A 2025 release window is given.
29 - Further details will be revealed in an April 2nd Nintendo Direct.
30 - A "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" hands-on tour will run from April to June.
These 30 details paint a picture of a refined and potentially powerful successor to the original Switch. Stay tuned for more updates!
