Nintendo Switch 2 Fully Unveiled: Launch Set for June 5

Nintendo confirms $450 price, Mario Kart World as a launch title, and significant hardware upgrades in a dedicated presentation.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will release on June 5, 2025, priced at $450, with preorders opening on April 9.
Mario Kart World, an open-world entry in the franchise, will debut as a launch title alongside the console.
Key hardware improvements include a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen, 4K docked resolution, 256GB storage, and redesigned Joy-Con controllers with magnetic attachment and mouse functionality.
The new GameChat feature enables voice chat for up to 12 players, screen sharing, and video integration, with free access until March 2026.
Backward compatibility with original Switch games is confirmed, with paid upgrades available for enhanced features, alongside the addition of GameCube titles to Nintendo Switch Online.