SUMMARY
- Nintendo Switch 2 was rumored to be releasing in 2024.
- A reputed leaked has suggested that Switch 2 might have been pushed to 2025.
It has been a long time since fans have been eagerly waiting for the Switch successor from Nintendo. However, the Japanese company has never come forward to give any details about the supposed Nintendo Switch 2.
Since the news of a supposed Switch successor has been going on for quite some time now, the Switch 2 has been the subject of many leaks and rumors. There have been rumors circulating online from the device’s hardware capacities to the game’s coming to Switch 2.
However, one thing that is in the center stage of all of these rumors and leaks is the Switch successor’s release date. Fans waiting for the devices have been eagerly looking up to Nintendo to make announcements regarding the release date any time soon.
Nintendo Switch 2 launch delayed to 2025
According to a new leak from Nikkei which is a reputable economics journal in Japan, the launch of the Switch successor has been delayed once more.
All the previous reports and rumors pointed out that Nintendo planned to introduce the Switch sequel in the fall of 2024. However, according to a new update by several journalists indicates that the console’s debut has been pushed back to March 2025. The release window now seems to be confirmed especially coming from Nikkei.
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Therefore, it now looks they will have to wait for another year to get their hands on the Switch 2. This news looks credible as it has been also confirmed by the famous Sega leaker Midori on X. The leaker further added that they do not have any information on the Switch 2’s hardware, and the titles come to it at launch.
According to the Nikkei report, the Japanese company is delaying the release of the Switch 2 for another reason in addition to giving developers more time to come up with excellent titles before their official release.
The main reason for the delay has been reported to be a measure to stop resellers from snatching up all the goods and selling it for exorbitant rates. This will be helpful for the many console buyers, who had to go through a lot of hassle to try and get a Switch at launch.
Nintendo Switch 2 specifications and price
The original Switch successor is expected to pack more power, carrying on Nintendo’s popularity from games like Mario Kart and Animal Crossing. According to some initial leaks, the next-generation Switch will include an upgraded Nvidia system-on-chip, which might make it one of the most capable handheld gaming consoles.
Additionally, an eight-inch LCD screen which will be a major move away from the OLED display to save money is one of the features that have been speculated.
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With the rumors going on about the hardware improvements, many have pointed to the fact that the price of the Switch successor will likely go up.
According to some industry experts, the $399 price point of Valve’s Steam Deck suggests that the upcoming Switch will likely fall within the same range. Therefore, according to many industry analysts, the next-generation Switch will most likely be priced at $400 during launch.