Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors Point to Larger Design, Magnetic Joy-Cons, and Mid-2025 Release
Unconfirmed leaks suggest new features and accessories for Nintendo's next console, with official details expected by March 2025.
- Multiple leaks from Chinese e-commerce site Alibaba show alleged Switch 2 accessories, including larger carrying cases and screen protectors, hinting at a bigger console design.
- Reports claim the Switch 2 may feature redesigned Joy-Con controllers with magnetic attachment and additional back buttons, though these details remain unverified.
- The console is rumored to launch in summer 2025, with pricing speculated to range between $399 and $449, varying by region.
- Nintendo has confirmed plans to reveal the console before the end of its fiscal year in March 2025, but no official specifications or designs have been announced.
- The Switch 2 is expected to include an 8-inch screen, backward compatibility with existing Switch games, and enhanced hardware powered by NVIDIA's Tegra T239 chipset.