Nintendo Switch 2 Launches in June, Price Revealed
In a nutshell
- Nintendo Switch 2 launches June 5, 2025, for $449.99 in the US, UK, Canada, and Japan, with Southeast Asian availability between July and September.
- Upgraded features include a bigger full HD screen, improved performance, enhanced audio, expanded storage (256 GB), magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers, and a dock that supports 4K at 120 fps.
- GameChat lets players voice and video chat while gaming, free until March 2026, after which a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required.
Nintendo has announced that the Switch 2 is scheduled to launch on June 5, 2025, and will retail for $449.99.
Nintendo Switch 2 – Features
The Nintendo Switch 2 will come packed with many features such as:
- Bigger & Sharper Display: A 7.9-inch full HD LCD screen delivers detailed and smooth visuals.
- Magnetic Joy-Con 2 Controllers: Snap onto the console and function like a mouse for precise controls.
- Adjustable Stand & Dual USB-C Ports: Allows flexible viewing angles and charging while in tabletop mode.
- Enhanced CPU & GPU Performance: Faster speeds enable visually stunning gameplay and quick load times.
- Immersive Audio: Improved sound quality with spatial 3D effects for a deeper gaming experience.
- Expanded Storage: 256 GB of internal storage with microSD Express support for high-speed data access.
- Upgraded Dock: Outputs up to 4K resolution and 120 fps for compatible games and displays.
- GameChat: GameChat lets players talk and game together, no matter the distance. Start a chat anytime with the C Button on the Joy-Con 2 controller and use the built-in mic for voice chat with up to 12 friends. Video chat is possible with a compatible USB-C camera, allowing players to see each other while playing. Until March 2026, GameChat is free to use without a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Nintendo Switch 2 – Price, Inclusions, and Release Date
The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch in the US, Canada, UK, and Japan on June 5, 2025 for £395 / $449.99 / ¥49,980 (around 26,000 PHP).
In Southeast Asia, specifically the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, th Nintendo Switch 2 will launch anywhere from July – September 2025. Alongside this launch, Nintendo Switch Online and local Nintendo eShops will go live for these four countries as well.
The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with the following:
- Console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
Nintendo Switch 2 Specifications
| Size | Approx. 166mm x 272mm x 13.9mm (with Joy-Con 2 attached) The maximum thickness from the tip of the Control Sticks to the protruding parts of the ZL / ZR Buttons is 30.7mm. |
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| Weight | Approx. 401g (With Joy-Con 2 controllers attached: approx. 534g) |
| Screen | Capacitive touch screen / 7.9 inch wide colour gamut LCD screen / 1920×1080 resolution / HDR10 support / VRR up to 120 Hz |
| CPU/GPU | Custom processor made by NVIDIA |
| System memory | 256 GB (UFS) You can increase your console’s storage with compatible microSD Express cards (sold separately). Please note: a portion of internal storage is reserved for use by the system. |
| Communication features | Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi 6) / Bluetooth In TV mode, it’s also possible to use a wired LAN connection. |
| Video output | Maximum resolution: 3840×2160, 60 fps Supports 120 fps when 1920×1080/2560×1440 resolutions are selected Please note: output via HDMI cable in TV mode. In tabletop mode and handheld mode, the maximum resolution is 1920×1080, which matches the screen resolution. Supports HDR10 |
| Audio output | Supports linear PCM 5.1ch Please note: output via HDMI cable in TV mode. Surround sound effect can be applied when outputting to headphones or to the built-in speaker (surround sound effect when outputting to the built-in speaker requires a system update). |
| Speakers | Stereo The independent enclosure structure provides natural, clear sound quality. |
| Microphone | Built-in microphone (monaural) Noise cancellation, echo cancellation and auto gain control provide a more comfortable voice chat experience. |
| Buttons | POWER Button / Volume buttons |
| USB ports | 2 USB Type-C ports The port on the bottom is used for charging or for connecting to the Nintendo Switch 2 dock. The port on the top is used to connect accessories or for charging. |
| Audio jack | 4 pole stereo 3.5mm mini plug (CTIA standard) Please note: Nintendo cannot guarantee functionality with all products. |
| Game card slot | Both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cards can be inserted. |
| microSD Express card slot | Compatible with microSD Express cards only (up to 2 TB) Please note: a system update via an internet connection is required to use microSD Express cards. microSD cards that are not of microSD Express standard can only be used to copy screenshots and videos from Nintendo Switch |
| Sensor | Accelerometer, gyroscope and mouse sensor located in each Joy-Con 2 controller. Brightness sensor located in console. |
| Operating environment | Temperature: 5 – 35°C / Humidity: 20 – 80% |
| Internal battery | Lithium ion battery / battery capacity 5220 mAh Please note: the internal battery cannot be removed. |
| Battery life | Approx. 2 – 6.5 hours Please note: this time is an estimate. The battery life will depend on the games you play and usage conditions. |
| Charging time | Approx. 3 hours Please note: this is the time taken to charge while the console is in sleep mode. |
Nintendo Switch 2 – Announced Titles
Here’s a list of some of the announced titles coming to the system:
- Mario Kart World
- Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
- Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut
- Donkey Kong Bananza
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
- Kirby Air Riders
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
- Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Hades II
- Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
- Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition
- Daemon x Machina: Titanic Scion
- Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
- Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster
- Borderlands 4
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4
- The Duskbloods
- Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV
- Street Fighter VI: Fighters Edition
- Star Wars Outlaws
- Split Fiction
- RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
- Pokemon Legends Z-A
- Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
- Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
- Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star Crossed World
Are you looking forward to the Nintendo Switch 2?
