Nintendo Switch 2 to Feature Backward Compatibility
Nintendo confirms that the upcoming Switch 2 will support existing Switch games, enhancing its gaming ecosystem.
- Nintendo has announced that the Switch 2 will be backward compatible with games from the original Switch.
- The decision allows players to carry over their current game libraries, offering a smoother transition to the new console.
- Nintendo Switch Online services will continue on the new console, enabling multiplayer gaming across generations.
- The confirmation aligns with Nintendo's strategy to protect its gaming ecosystem, including recent legal actions against emulators.
- Further details about the Switch 2 are expected before March 2025, with an official announcement anticipated by then.
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