Nintendo Switch 2 to Retail for $449; Price and Specifications Revealed

Nintendo has officially announced the release of the much-awaited Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on June 5, 2025, with pre-orders starting on April 9, 2025.

The new console is a major upgrade after the last release of the Nintendo Switch OLED Model, which launched on October 8, 2021. It comes with powerful hardware upgrades and new features, making it an exciting step forward for Nintendo fans.

Pricing And Specification

The Nintendo Switch 2 will retail for $449, which is a notable increase in price compared to its predecessor. A special bundle featuring Mario Kart World will be available for $499, while the game itself will cost $79.99 if purchased separately.

The new Nintendo Switch 2 comes with hardware specifications like :

• Display: 7.9-inch 1080p LCD with HDR10 and 120Hz variable refresh rate.
• Processor: Custom NVIDIA CPU/GPU
• Storage: 256GB internal flash storage
• Resolution: 4K at 60 FPS (docked mode), 1440p/1080p at 120 FPS (docked mode)
• Battery : 5,220mAh (lasting up to 2 – 6 hours , charging in 3 hours ).
• Ports: Dual USB-C, one for charging and one for accessories

Joy-Con and Pro Controller

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with new Joy-Con controller that attaches magnetically and releases with a click of a button. With improved buttons and size similar to Xbox controllers, it features mouse-like controls and now has an integrated C button for dedicated chat menu access. It comes with improved vibrations called the “HD Rumble 2 ” by Nintendo.

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The new Pro-Controller will come with everything you expect, improved vibrations namely HD Rumble 2 . The keys are remappable according to users need.

Both options have built-in Amiibo support. The switch comes with 2 pairs of Joy-Cons; an additional pair will cost $90, and the Pro-Controller would cost $80.

Game Compatibility And Launch Titles

Those who are excited to know about the launch titles this time with Mario Kart World ( bundled or standalone) and Donkey Kong Bonanza ( releasing in July ).

Apart from these the updated Nintendo Switch titles for Switch 2 include the famous :

Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime 4, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Pokémon Legends Z-A, and others.

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These game titles and launches will have up-to-the-mark compatibility with the latest Joy-Con Controllers and specifications with updated graphics and more in game content.

Conclusion

We know there is a lot to wait for and a lot to be eager about for the upcoming exciting release and upgrades. But I believe there is more to come and more exciting and new game launches in the upcoming days let’s stay in tuned and excited, and a must-have for gamers in 2025