What To Know
- Insider insights and speculationsA Brazilian journalist, who was among the first to hint at a 2025 launch for Switch 2, also anticipates some form of revelation tomorrow—be it a trailer or an image confirming the actual presentation or perhaps a Direct about the new console.
- Anticipation grows for early-year announcementNo matter when exactly it happens, we expect Nintendo Switch 2 to make its debut sometime in Q1 with an official release between March and April of 2025.
One of the most anticipated releases of the year is undoubtedly the Nintendo Switch 2. While its launch in 2025 has been confirmed, the exact date and details remain a mystery. However, all signs suggest that its unveiling is imminent, with several rumors indicating a surprise presentation as early as tomorrow.
suspense builds around Nintendo’s silence
Despite the swirling rumors, Nintendo remains silent. A few individuals claiming to have insider information continue to suggest that the console will be unveiled this Friday, January 17. Key figures in the gaming community still mark this date as significant for the presentation.
Yet, there’s an air of caution. When asked if Nintendo might delay this first reveal, responses indicate that “it’s a possibility,” suggesting that nothing can be ruled out at this stage.
insider insights and speculations
A Brazilian journalist, who was among the first to hint at a 2025 launch for Switch 2, also anticipates some form of revelation tomorrow—be it a trailer or an image confirming the actual presentation or perhaps a Direct about the new console.
Like others in the know, they have shared images suggesting they are unconcerned about tomorrow’s potential non-event.
Nintendo Switch 2: next-gen specifications?
Official details remain scarce, but we have gathered quite a bit of speculative information. The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to hit markets with slightly larger dimensions than previous versions: approximately 10.7 x 4.6 x 1.24 inches compared to OLED’s dimensions.
- A larger screen is anticipated, potentially reaching up to 8.4 inches.
speculative technical specs
The rumors point towards a powerful CPU + GPU combination featuring NVIDIA Tegra T239 chipsets. It might boast:
- 256 GB UFS 3.1 storage (2100 MB/s)
- 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM
Furthermore, it could support up to 120 fps in select games thanks to HDMI 2.1 compatibility and offer dock mode connections up to 1 Gbps speed.
- If these numbers hold true, it positions Nintendo Switch 2 competitively against platforms like Steam Deck and PlayStation 4 Pro.
anticipation grows for early-year announcement
No matter when exactly it happens, we expect Nintendo Switch 2 to make its debut sometime in Q1 with an official release between March and April of 2025. Pricing remains unknown but rumors suggest it could be around $400.