The Nintendo Switch 2 is making headlines again, via a new potential leak. This time, it's about the size and other features of the console. What new can we really learn?
While the gaming world impatiently awaits each new announcement, a wind of speculation is blowing around the next generation of Nintendo's hybrid console. According to industry sources, this new model, nicknamed Nintendo Switch 2, would mark a significant step compared to its predecessor. This is what new we can learn.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 is making waves again
The new information comes from the site vandal. As always, all this should be taken with a grain of salt. But according to information filtered during trade shows dedicated to technology and video games, the Nintendo Switch 2 would be visibly larger than the current console. This change in size would likely improve the visual and gaming experience, while remaining within an acceptable portability range, without reaching the dimensions of a Steam Deck, for example. This is what journalist Rubén Mercado reports.
Another notable innovation would concern Joy-Con, the detachable controllers that made the Switch famous. For the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has reportedly opted for a magnetic connection to the screen, replacing the current rails. This change would improve usability while raising questions about compatibility with older models. However, it appears that current Pro controllers would remain compatible with the new console. This obviously remains to be confirmed.
Regarding the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, accessory manufacturers suggest that although the console could technically be ready now, Nintendo would choose to wait to enrich its catalog of launches. Current forecasts suggest a possible release in early 2025, aligning Nintendo with an optimized launch strategy to maximize market impact.
Other rumors
In addition to this news that we are discovering, one of the most intriguing aspects of the Switch 2 would be its adoption of an NVIDIA chip based on the Ampere architecture of the RTX 30 series, as well as the integration of the DLSS system. The latter would allow a significant improvement in the resolution and fluidity of images without requiring more computing power, which is crucial for a portable console. Additionally, rumors indicate that the console would be fully backwards compatible, allowing players to continue enjoying their existing Switch game library.
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