After much anticipation and rumors circulating online, Nintendo finally announced the Switch 2 last Thursday (16).
In addition to official images showing what the console will look like, a statement from Nintendo to the press also says: “The Nintendo Switch 2 runs exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 games, as well as physical and digital Nintendo Switch games.”
What is surprising (and a bit disappointing) is that, apparently, the console will not support backward compatibility with games from the previous generation. In other words, some Nintendo Switch games will not be playable on the Nintendo Switch 2.
“Certain Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2. Details will be shared on the Nintendo website at a later date.”
A trailer shared by the Japanese company shows the look of the console, which, while slightly larger, looks quite similar to its predecessor, a point that divided opinions among fans.
“I’m so happy it looks the same, what’s broken doesn’t need fixing… just a few updates,” said one user on X (formerly Twitter). “It looks almost the same to me, except for those two,” said another. “It’s like the other… but 2,” joked a third.
Among the recent leaks, it was revealed that the Joy-Cons will be attached magnetically, unlike the current generation where the controllers physically snap into the sides of the console.
Additionally, the console is expected to be available for sale by mid-year and will include some exciting games, such as the new Mario Kart 9 and Red Dead Redemption 2 from the giant Rockstar for the Switch.
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Nintendo Switchの後継機種として、2025年の発売を予定しています。#NintendoSwitch2https://t.co/2EAVi3O4Q2— 任天堂株式会社 (@Nintendo) January 16, 2025
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