In an exciting time of concrete Nintendo Switch 2 information, speculation and fake rumors are coming about almost every single day as we approach 2025 (not to say 2024 for a potential release). Although Nintendo has made it official with the announcement of a Nintendo Direct event on April 2, 2025, it has now emerged from another report that the Switch 2 may come with a significant hardware upgrade, reworked Joy-Cons, and the possibility of support for third-party games.
Here’s what we know so far about Nintendo’s next-gen console, based on the latest rumors and leaks.
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The New Nintendo Switch 2: What Latest Leaks and Reports Reveal
The Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly set to boast:
- An 8-inch LCD display (somewhat cheaper than OLED).
- New, more durable, magnetic joy-con controllers.
- Joy-Cons with mouse-like capabilities for precise aiming and gestures.
- Backward compatibility for most Nintendo Switch titles.
- DLSS-powered upscaling for more intricate visuals when docked
Recent leaks indicate that developers have gotten their hands on Switch 2 dev kits, so several big third-party titles could make the jump to the hardware.
What We Know About the New Joy-Con Design
One of the most discussed leaks is a wholly new Joy-Con setup.
- No more sliding rails: Rather than writing itself in with the current rail system, the new Joy-Cons will dock magnetically, which helps in terms of durability.
- Cursor control through optical sensors: An even weirder patent is for Joy-Cons that track your motion so they could act like a mouse in a game.
- Bigger and sleeker: The new controllers reportedly allow for a more comfortable grip when playing for long stretches.
Switch 2 Joy-Cons would be much more reliable due to these revisions, which would lessen drift problems that the original Nintendo Switch suffered.
Performance Improvements: How Powerful Will the Switch 2 Be?
- Wired Post Slip: Switch 2 Rear in front of Switch 2 Slip
- GPU & CPU: Custom Nvidia chipset notionally capable of DLSS 4K gaming, when docked.
- Power versus the competition: Spec leaks indicate the Switch 2 will hover between the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in the performance arena.
Load speeds could be increased with the addition of new NVMe SSD storage, allowing games to run more smoothly and effectively.
Although Nintendo hasn’t announced anything official yet as far as full specs are concerned, the rumored Nvidia-powered Switch 2 could be the company’s most powerful console to date.
Backward Compatibility: Will Switch 2 Be Able to Play Older Games?
Backward compatibility is one of the biggest questions around the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo assures us that hundreds of digital and physical Switch games will be compatible with the new system.
Dev studios are said to be creating remasters of old games with better graphics and performance.
Some third-party publishers have already indicated that they’re already supporting the Switch 2, including Take-Two Interactive (GTA VI).
We also heard that not every game will be supported at launch, but a ton of popular Switch games are set to be playable from day one on the new console.
Third-Party Support & Expected Nintendo Switch 2 Games
There has also been speculation of several big franchises that will arrive alongside the Switch 2.
Switch 2 Confirmed & Rumored Games
- ✔ New Mario Kart — The art style will be reminiscent of Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
- ✔ Enhanced Edition of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom — a Switch 2 graphical upgrade.
- ✔ Metroid Prime 4 — Long-anticipated sequel that could release as a Switch 2 launch title
- ✔ GTA VI (Cloud Version) – Take-Two have also teased support for the console which may even see a GTA VI port coming to Switch 2.
- ✔ Monster Hunter Next-Gen Game – It sounds like Capcom is also working on a new Monster Hunter game for Nintendo’s next console.
Nintendo’s own games are likely to stretch the platform’s limits, while robust third-party support might make Switch 2 more of a rival to PlayStation and Xbox.
Nintendo Direct April 2023 — What To Expect
On April 2, 2025, Nintendo has scheduled a dedicated event where it will officially announce details about the Switch 2.
What Might Be Announced?
- The official name for the console (Switch 2 is a placeholder name).
- Details on full hardware specs and changes.
- Alternative game selection and updated launch titles
- Price and release date details
Some reports suggest a release date of late 2025, but other company sources suggest a summer launch (as early as September 2025).
Should You Be Excited for Switch 2?
The Nintendo Switch 2 — which is also apparently going to be known as the Switch 2, if leaks, rumors, and official comments are anything to go by — is shaping up to be one of the most exciting console launches in years, with details pointing to significant upgrades.
Why Gamers Should Be Excited:
✔ Bigger display and performance for a smoother gaming experience
✔ Reworked Joy-Cons boast enhanced durability and motion-tracking features.
✔ Better third-party support — possible GTA VI and Monster Hunter games.
✔ First-party Nintendo exclusives that will demonstrate all the system is capable of.
✔ Backward compatibility, allowing players to use games they already have.
The upcoming April 2 Nintendo Direct on April 2 will be a key moment for gamers waiting for official confirmation on these rumors.
We’ll have more soon as we approach the formal announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2!
