The rumors say there might be a new Nintendo console on the market soon. It was first launched in 2017; it is possible that the developers are working on launching new hardware, at least if not Nintendo Switch 2. However, the video game console officials haven’t officially provided anything about releasing the Nintendo Switch 2. So, let’s delve deeper to learn what rumors say about the its availability.
Nintendo Switch 2: Is There a Release Date?
We can expect the Nintendo Switch 2 to be released in 2025, as the rumors say it has been delayed by a year. However, the company hasn’t yet signaled the release of any possible developments.
Many rumors have led us to believe that it is planning a follow-up. One of these sources is the Japanese media reporting page Nikkei, which informed us that Switch 2 will be released in 2025 instead of 2024.
There can be many reasons for the Nintendo Switch’s delay, but one is to ensure that the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup is as strong as its predecessors. It is significant to note here that console alone managed to sell around 130 million units. So, the fans are awaiting new hardware, or the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Anticipated Cost
Little information is available regarding the consumer price of the Switch. However, we can look at the prices of previous Switch models to get a brief idea of the cost of Switch 2. If we consider the current prices, the Nintendo Switch presently costs around $299.99, the Nintendo Switch Lite is $199.99, and the Nintendo Switch OLED price is $349.99. Therefore, the Nintendo Switch 2 base model and other models can have the same market price difference. It is expected to be around $400. Still, it will be very early to say anything about the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 when there aren’t any official announcements.
All the Leaks and Rumors
The rumors about the specifications note that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be a portable device like its previous models. Plus, as it will be a hardware update for the Nintendo Switch, people expect its hardware to be equivalent to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles. There are only a few leaks and rumors about the design and specifications of the Nintendo Switch 2.
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The rumors say several games are lined up with the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. Note that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Mario Kart Odyssey enjoyed a successful reign on the Nintendo Switch base console, which signals that the new console and the possible Mario sequel will be the best partners. As per one of the leaks, latest console and 3D Super Mario game will launch together. The leakers are also confident that Pokemon and Metroid Prime 4 games.
Although it is only a leak, we should take all these rumors with a grain of salt. So, let’s wait until the console developers announce something.
