The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially launching in 2025, and we’re here to break down what you need to know and how to secure your own.

Gaming giant Nintendo revealed its newest console Thursday in a highly anticipated announcement gamers had been waiting for since rumors of its release first spread years ago.

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Now, it’s difficult to pack the power of a PlayStation 5 or an Xbox X|S in a handheld device, but the new Switch should be much more powerful than its predecessor. Initial reactions to the console preview were mostly favorable, though news about potential game compatibility limitations with the Switch 2 has sparked disappointment among players.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has redesigned JoyCons and a kickstand. Most, but not all, original Switch games will be compatible.

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At long last, Nintendo has officially announced a Direct showcase for the Switch 2 handheld console, set for early April. The showcase was announced in the official Switch 2 reveal trailer following a tease by Nintendo last week when the company changed its social media banner to show Mario and Luigi pointing to a blank space behind them.

The Switch 2 could shape up to be the ultimate all-in-one portable gaming device. There is potential for it to play other console games and PC games while still being the only device that can play Nintendo games. The only roadblock is Nintendo's insistence on keeping its ecosystem closed off and needlessly complicated.

After literally years of leaks, Nintendo has decided it is finally time to share details about the Nintendo Switch 2.

The new console looks physically similar to the popular Switch system, which has sold more than 146 million units in seven years.

Japan's Nintendo said on Thursday it will release the Switch 2 console this year, unveiling a device that appeared to closely follow the design of its popular predecessor.