Thursday, June 5, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 Release Day!


History has been made with the release of Nintendo's 8th console to hit the market, the Nintendo Switch 2. We got an up-close look at the new Switch 2 at the Nintendo Store New York pre-launch party, where there were head-to-head knock-out tournaments of Mario Kart World, a DJ spinning nostalgic dance hits from the 80s and 90s , demo kiosks of launch-day games like Street Fighter 6, Hogwarts Legacy, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, and so much more! 





The Nintendo Switch 2 Has Arrived, and it is officially a new era for hybrid gaming!


It's finally here! After months of anticipation and countless rumors, the Nintendo Switch 2 officially launched today, June 5, 2025, bringing with it a wave of excitement for gamers worldwide. Nintendo's successor to the immensely popular Switch aims to elevate the hybrid console experience with significant upgrades in both hardware and features.


Hogwarts Legacy is now upgraded to meet the video upgrades on the Switch 2.



Nintendo Switch 2's debut game, Mario Kart World, was featured with 48 displays where fans went head to head in a thrilling knock out competition. You can play Knock Out on Mario Kart World as home multiplayer, or online with friends and fellow fans! 


My husband and I battling it out during a fierce game of Mario Kart World. We're the OG!


Here's the fun stuff!



What the Switch 2 Launched With --


The Nintendo Switch 2 launched with a focus on enhancing the core Switch experience while introducing some long-requested features. 


Here's a breakdown of what you can expect:

  • Improved Display: The Switch 2 boasts a larger 7.9-inch wide color gamut LCD screen with a resolution of 1920x1080 in handheld mode, supporting HDR10 and VRR up to 120Hz. This is a noticeable upgrade from the original Switch and even the OLED model, offering a more vibrant and fluid portable experience.

  • Enhanced Performance: Powered by a custom NVIDIA processor, Nintendo claims the Switch 2 delivers "10x the graphics performance" compared to the original. This translates to smoother gameplay, higher resolutions, and more detailed visuals. When docked, the console can output at 4K resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate.

  • Increased Storage: Out of the box, the Switch 2 comes with a generous 256 GB of internal UFS storage, a significant jump from the original's 32GB or the OLED's 64GB. This means more space for digital games and updates, though it still supports microSD Express cards for further expansion.

  • Redesigned Joy-Con 2 Controllers: The new Joy-Con 2 controllers are slightly larger and are now held in place magnetically, offering a more secure connection to the console. They also feature an improved "HD rumble 2" for more immersive haptic feedback, and each controller includes an accelerometer, gyroscope, and a new "mouse sensor."

  • New Social Features: Nintendo has introduced "GameChat," a new feature accessible via a dedicated "C" button on the Joy-Con 2. This requires a Nintendo Switch Online subscription and allows players to communicate with friends, share their game screen, and utilize a built-in microphone for chatting.

  • Backward Compatibility: Crucially, the Switch 2 is backward compatible with original Switch games. Nintendo has also confirmed that the Nintendo Switch Online service carries over, with the added bonus of GameCube games being exclusive to the Switch 2 under the "Expansion Pack" tier. Initial GameCube titles include The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Soulcalibur II, and F-Zero GX.

  • Launch Lineup: While many existing Switch games will benefit from the enhanced hardware, some new titles were specifically launched with the Switch 2, including Mario Kart World, Split Fiction, and a new edition of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Other notable titles available at launch or soon after include Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, and Hogwarts Legacy.

  • Price: The Nintendo Switch 2 comes in at an introductory price of $449.99 in the US, making it a more premium offering than its predecessor. A bundle with Mario Kart World is available for $499.99.

Since Nintendo Switch 2 was announced, I have heard a lot of positive and negative reviews. From a whole day of playing it, I haven't encountered a single glitch or moment where we were not having fun!


Here's a breakdown from Nintendo of what to expect at launch and beyond! The future is bright for the Nintendo Switch 2; patience is key!


Launching alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 system and Mario Kart World are over 20 titles for Nintendo Switch 2, including games from Nintendo and a strong lineup from Nintendo’s global publishing and development partners. Take a look at some of these exciting titles releasing today:

  • Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour – Enter a virtual exhibition with Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour. Through tech demos, minigames and other interactions, players can explore Nintendo Switch 2 inside and out and get to know the new system in ways they may never have known about otherwise.
  • Split Fiction – Jump between sci-fi and fantasy worlds in this co-op action adventure, where contrasting writers Mio and Zoe have become trapped in a simulation of their own stories. Split Fiction keeps you on the edge of your couch with weird and unexpected moments as players must coordinate and work together to overcome challenges.
  • Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition – For the first time, Nintendo players can step into the shoes of V — a mercenary determined to become a legendary cyberpunk in Night City. With the powerful processing speed and graphical performance of Nintendo Switch 2, every neon-lit street and firefight feels more immersive, making it the most cyberpunk way to play Cyberpunk 2077. Players can aim with greater control with gyro and mouse controls, and intuitively navigate menus with the Nintendo Switch 2 system’s touch screen. Players can enjoy the full Cyberpunk 2077 experience, featuring the base game and the critically acclaimed Phantom Liberty spy-thriller expansion.
  • Fortnite – Whether you want to be the last player standing in Battle Royale, headline your own concert with Fortnite Festival, or want to explore LEGO® Fortnite experiences and much more – the choice is yours. Experience Fortnite like never before on Nintendo Switch 2 with 60 fps, a higher resolution, clothing physics, and higher-quality textures, shadows and water rendering. Plus, relive your best Battle Royale matches with the Replay system.
  • Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition — Steer the course of history on Nintendo Switch 2! Featuring new mouse controls that offer a more intuitive experience, players’ decisions will shape the cultural lineage of their empire. Construct cities and architectural wonders, improve your civilization with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations as you explore the world.
  • Street Fighter 6 – Experience the next evolution of Street Fighter in Street Fighter 6 with three distinct game modes, new gameplay features and enhanced visuals. Fight your way to the top with new game modes exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2 like Local Wireless One on One and Avatar Matches9. Enjoy new party modes utilizing Joy-Con 2 controllers like Gyro Battle and Calorie Contest. Plus, players can check out three new amiibo figures and 22 amiibo cards at launch. Choose from Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, or the digital version of Street Fighter 6, for Nintendo Switch 2 today.

Check out the full list of games available in stores or on Nintendo eShop right now:

 

There are also a wide variety of games set to launch for Nintendo Switch 2 soon, including Donkey Kong Bananza, a new 3D platforming action adventure starring the smashing, bashing, banana-hoarding Donkey Kong (launching July 17); EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26, the latest in the hard-hitting football series (Aug. 14); the explosively outrageous Borderlands 4 (2025); the bewitching roguelike dungeon crawler Hades II (2025); and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, where Trainers can explore scenic Lumiose City and engage in fierce, real-time Pokémon battles (Oct. 16).

That’s not all – even more titles are launching in the coming months, like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Drag x Drive, Kirby Air Riders, Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World (Aug. 28), FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE, ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion (Sept. 5), Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV (July 24), just to name a few.

 

Anyone eager to try Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2 can attend the Nintendo Switch 2 Demo Events at select Best Buy locations with GameTruck this summer! These demo events will take place on weekends beginning June 7, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. local time. For more information on these events, please visit BestBuy.com.

 

Plus, enter the My Nintendo – Nintendo Switch 2 Party with GameTruck Sweepstakes10 for a chance to win a 2-hour video game party for up to 15 guests. Until Sept. 8, My Nintendo members can redeem 10 My Nintendo Platinum Points to enter, with up to five entries total. Two lucky winners will be selected. For more information, visit the My Nintendo website.

 

Look out for continuing Nintendo Switch 2 content in the free Nintendo Today! smart device app11 for iOS and Android. Visit this page for more information.

 

Remember that Nintendo Switch 2 features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other Nintendo Switch 2 features, visit Nintendo.com.

Make sure you check out my YouTube channel for a detailed unboxing and non-techy review! Thank you so much to Nintendo for gifting us the new Nintendo Switch 2!

 


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