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Nintendo Switch 2 specs: Launch Day Highlights
The Nintendo Switch 2 launched globally on 5 June 2025, marking Nintendo’s first new console in eight years. The release saw massive demand, with long lines forming at major retailers worldwide, including Asda, GAME, John Lewis, HMV, and Argos in the UK. In the US, retailers like Walmart and Best Buy opened early to meet demand.
Hardware & Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 7.9″ wide color gamut LCD, 1920×1080, HDR10, variable refresh up to 120 Hz |
| Processor / GPU | Custom Nvidia Tegra T239 (8× Arm Cortex-A78C, Ampere GPU, 1,536 CUDA cores), DLSS + ray tracing |
| Memory / Storage | 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM, 256 GB UFS, microSD Express (up to 2 TB) |
| Battery Life | 2–6.5 hours (varies by game) |
| Joy-Con 2 | Larger buttons, magnetic attach, “mouse mode,” still no Hall-effect sticks |
| Dock | HDMI 2.1 (4K/60 fps), cooling fan, Gigabit Ethernet, dual USB-C |
| Weight / Size | Approx 534 g (with Joy-Con), slightly taller/wider than original Switch |
Price & Bundles
- Standard Console: £395.99
- Mario Kart World Bundle: ~£429.99 (includes game)
- Mario Kart World (Standalone): £74.95
Launch Line-Up & Games
Approx. 22–26 titles launched day one, including:
- Mario Kart World – open-world, 24-player support, new mechanics
- Zelda: BOTW & TOTK – Switch 2 Editions – upgraded visuals, free to existing owners
- Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition – DLSS support
- Others: Street Fighter 6, Hades II, Hogwarts Legacy, Fortnite, Deltarune Chapters 1–4
- GameCube Classics (e.g. Wind Waker, F-Zero GX) via Expansion Pass
Community and Critic Feedback
- Performance: Smooth 60 fps docked, stable handheld DLSS visuals
- Joy-Con Drift: Still possible—sticks not upgraded
- Battery & Cooling: Efficient dock fan helps cooling, but demanding titles reduce playtime to ~2h40
Should You Buy?
| User Type | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Existing Switch Owners | If you enjoy handheld play, the Switch 2’s DLSS and performance gains make it a worthy upgrade. |
| New to Nintendo | A great place to start — improved UI, strong launch games, and better hardware make this the best version of the Switch experience yet. |
| Budget-Conscious Gamers | Happy with your current Switch and mostly play docked? It may be worth waiting for later exclusives or a future price drop. |
Final Take
The Nintendo Switch 2 isn’t just a refresh — it’s a major leap forward in visuals, performance, and design. The hybrid format is sharper than ever, the launch catalogue is strong, and Nintendo’s ecosystem is futureproofed with expanded online services and backward compatibility. That said, price hikes and Joy-Con drift still frustrate some.
Analysts forecast between 15 and 17 million units sold in the first 12 months — and based on day-one buzz, it’s easy to believe.
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