The Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on June 5, 2025. MeinMMO has compiled the 10 most important questions and provides you with the answers.
In a few days, the Switch 2 will be released. MeinMMO summarizes the most important information before the release in 10 questions and explains what you should know just before the release. Can you pre-order the Switch, and will my old games still work? The most important questions in detail:
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be released worldwide on June 5, 2025.
The retail price is €469.99. Bundles that include Mario Kart World are priced slightly higher.
The Switch 2 features a 7.9-inch LCD screen with 1080p resolution, HDR10, and a 120Hz refresh rate in handheld mode. In docking mode, it supports up to 4K at 60 fps. The Switch 2 offers 256 GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD Express cards.
In addition, the Switch 2 uses a new Joy-Con 2 controller with magnetic attachment and mouse functionality. It also features improved audio with 3D sound support and an integrated microphone.
Yes, it is largely backward compatible with most Nintendo Switch games and controllers. According to Nintendo, there will be a few exceptions that are not supported.
The most important launch titles include:
Mario Kart World
Donkey Kong Bananza
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Edition
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition
Kirby and the Forgotten Land Switch 2 Edition
The new Switch 2 games have a higher price. Digital versions like Mario Kart World cost about €79.99, and physical copies can be up to €89.99, which is considerably higher than the prices of earlier Switch games.
The Switch 2 provides improved online multiplayer communication via GameChat, screen sharing, integration of webcam recordings, and enhanced accessibility options such as text-to-speech and customizable font sizes.
No, most retailers have sold out of the Switch 2. However, the Switch 2 will also be sold locally in some stores at release. If you did not manage to pre-order a Switch 2, check local retailers.
The main improvements include higher processing power, better graphics with ray tracing and DLSS, a larger screen with higher refresh rate, more storage space, improved audio features, a new controller design, and better online communication features.
Yes, the Nintendo Switch Online subscription service will continue to be supported, including access to classic games and new features that are exclusively available for the Switch 2, such as GameCube games at the Expansion Pack level.
Nintendo has presented numerous details regarding the Switch 2 during the Nintendo Direct. The specifications and performance data of the Switch 2 have now also been officially shown by Nintendo. MeinMMO summarizes the information and compares the data with the Switch 1: Nintendo Switch 2: Here are the official specifications
