Start saving your money, Nintendo has announced its newest system.
The long-awaited and long-rumored Nintendo Switch 2 was announced on Thursday and of course, Mario will be racing through his worlds in a new game, CNET reported.
Not many details were released other than what it looks like, a couple of new Joy-Cons with optical sensors and a second USB-C port, IGN reported. It will be able to play both physical and downloadable games made for the original Switch and Switch 2-specific. Keep in mind that not all original Switch games may be supported or compatible, IGN said.
The system also has a bigger screen with a handle-like kickstand.
It will be released in 2025, but an exact date has not been announced. Some are speculating it will be released in May or June. No price has been announced either.
There will be opportunities to preview the new system with a series of events worldwide. You will need a free ticket, and to get one you’ll have to register through your Nintendo Account.
Here is where the previews will occur, according to CNET:
- New York, April 4 to 6
- Los Angeles, April 11 to 13
- Dallas, April 25 to 27
- Toronto, April 25 to 27
- Paris, April 4 to 6
- London, April 11 to 13
- Milan, April 25 to 27
- Berlin, April 25 to 27
- Madrid, May 9 to 11
- Amsterdam, May 9 to 11
- Melbourne, May 10 to 11
- Tokyo (Makuhari), April 26 to 27
- Seoul, May 31 to June 1
- Hong Kong and Taipei, TBA
The first Nintendo Switch was announced in 2016 but not released until March 2017, CNET reported.
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