Nintendo Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 (Japanese: ニンテンドースイッチ2 Nintendo Switch 2) is Nintendo's hybrid console for the of video games. It is both a home console and a handheld console.
First officially announced in a trailer released on January 16, 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to the Nintendo Switch and is set to be released in 2025.
==Backwards compatibility==
The Nintendo Switch 2 features backwards compatibility with Nintendo Switch games in some capacity, supporting both physical game cards and digital titles from the original system. However, Nintendo has noted that certain Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or might not be fully compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2. The company plans to share more detailed compatibility information on their website at a later date.Nintendo Switch 2 – First-look trailer
==Pre-launch==
Prior to the Nintendo Switch 2's launch, Nintendo will hold a series of public demo events called the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience across major cities worldwide, giving fans their first hands-on opportunity with the new console. These events are designed to showcase the system's capabilities and launch titles to the public.
The Experience events will be structured as multi-day exhibitions where attendees can try various Nintendo Switch 2 games at dedicated demo stations, with Nintendo staff available to demonstrate the console's features and assist visitors. The tour will begin simultaneously in New York and Paris on April 4, 2025, before expanding to other major metropolitan areas across four continents.Nintendo Switch 2 to be released in 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience schedule	Nintendo Switch 2 Experience schedule	Nintendo Switch 2 Experience schedule	
Region 	City 	Dates 	
North America 	New York 	April 4-6, 2025 	
North America 	Los Angeles 	April 11-13, 2025 	
North America 	Dallas 	April 25-27, 2025 	
North America 	Toronto 	April 25-27, 2025 	
Europe 	Paris 	April 4-6, 2025 	
Europe 	London 	April 11-13, 2025 	
Europe 	Milan 	April 25-27, 2025 	
Europe 	Berlin 	April 25-27, 2025 	
Europe 	Madrid 	May 9-11, 2025 	
Europe 	Amsterdam 	May 9-11, 2025 	
Oceania 	Melbourne 	May 10-11, 2025 	
Asia 	Tokyo (Makuhari) 	April 26-27, 2025 	
Asia 	Seoul 	May 31-June 1, 2025 	
Asia 	Hong Kong 	To be announced 	
Asia 	Taipei 	To be announced 	To be announced
==Gallery==
Nintendo Switch 2 docked.png|Nintendo Switch 2 docked
Nintendo_Switch 2 Joy-Con Grip.png|Joy-Con controllers in Joy-Con Grip
Nintendo Switch 2 handheld 1.png|Nintendo Switch 2 in handheld mode
Nintendo Switch 2 hendheld detached.png|Handheld mode with Joy-Con controllers detached
Switch 2 Left Joy-Con.png|Left Joy-Con with blue ring analog stick
Nintendo Switch 2 handheld right.png|Right Joy-Con with orange ring analog stick
Nintendo Switch 2 tabletop.png|Nintendo Switch 2 in tabletop mode
Nintendo Switch 2 tabletop stand.png|Nintendo Switch 2 tabletop stand
Nintendo Switch 2 TV.png|Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart playing on TV
Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility.png|Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility
Nintendo Switch 2 logo 2.png|Nintendo Switch 2 logo
==References==
==External links==
* Nintendo - Official website
==Related articles==
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