Nintendo Switch 2 Patent Highlights AI Upscaling Capabilities

Updated patent details suggest the upcoming console may use AI technology to enhance image resolution, with more information expected at the April 2 Nintendo Direct.

An updated Nintendo patent reveals plans for AI-powered upscaling, potentially allowing the Switch 2 to improve image resolution from 540p to 1080p.
The technology uses a trained neural network to enhance visuals, similar to Nvidia's DLSS or Sony's PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution.
The patent update may indicate the Switch 2's handheld screen resolution will be 1080p, though this remains unconfirmed.
Reports suggest the April 2 Nintendo Direct will provide official details on the Switch 2, including its release date, rumored for early summer 2025.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is expected to be a major highlight of the upcoming Direct, with speculation about a significant unveiling.