Nintendo Officially Unveils "Nintendo Switch 2"! Launches June 5, 2025!
Eight years after the “portable gaming revolution” —
The moment has finally arrived. The official successor, Nintendo Switch 2, is launching on Thursday, June 5, 2025!
A New Display That Brings Games to Life!
The Switch 2 features a 7.9-inch Full HD LCD (1920×1080).
With HDR support and a variable refresh rate of up to 120Hz, action games and FPS titles run buttery smooth!
In other words — Zelda, Splatoon, Smash Bros… everything’s smoother than ever!
Joy-Con 2 Evolves with Magnetic Snap-On Tech!
The new "Joy-Con 2" controllers attach to the console magnetically.
And here's the twist — they now support mouse-like input! The Switch just got a whole lot more PC-like.
New "C Button" Lets You Chat with Up to 12 Players!
The right Joy-Con 2 now includes a new "C Button".
Just tap it to jump into voice chat with up to 12 people!
Add the optional USB camera, and you can also video chat or share your screen — it's practically ready for meetings.
Compatible with Most Switch 1 Games!
Yes, many original Switch titles will still work (though some may not be supported).
And now, some exciting new features:
- "Share Play": Play together via local connection — no Wi-Fi needed
- "Virtual Game Card": Manage your game library in the cloud
Whether you're into physical cartridges or digital downloads, this hybrid setup has you covered.
Launch Date & Pricing
Release Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Pricing:
- Nintendo Switch 2 (Japan model) — ¥49,980 (incl. tax)
- Nintendo Switch 2 (Multilingual version) — ¥69,980 (incl. tax)
- Launch bundle: "Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Set" (Japan model) — ¥53,980 (incl. tax)
RAW JAPAN Final Thoughts
Nintendo Switch 2 continues the “play anywhere, anytime” philosophy of the original,
while evolving into a modern device with chat, cloud features, and even mouse support.
A new generation of hybrid gaming begins now.
Time to enter that pre-order lottery!
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Source Note
This article is a summary and restructured version of the official press release by Nintendo, created by the RAW JAPAN editorial team.
Source: https://www.nintendo.co.jp/corporate/release/2025/250402.html
Images courtesy of Nintendo (official website)