Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Pushed to After June

Nintendo has officially teased the Nintendo Switch 2, hinting that the highly anticipated console may not launch until at least June 2025. A new trailer has surfaced, showcasing the Switch 2 and a brand new Mario Kart game. Anticipation for the console is building as Nintendo has scheduled hands-on events in various North American and European cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tokyo, from April to May 2025. While backwards compatibility has been confirmed, further details, especially regarding the new Joy-Con features, remain unclear. The official Nintendo Direct in April promises to provide more insights into this new hardware.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to release after June 2025, with hands-on events leading up to its launch planned in various international locations starting in April 2025.

The Nintendo Switch is one of the most successful console innovations in gaming history, blending home console and portable gaming. Following its 2017 release, the Switch has sold over 125 million units, making it a staple for Nintendo gamers. With the announcement of the Switch 2, fans are eager to see how Nintendo plans to build on its successful formula and enhance the gaming experience further.