But theres more to the Nintendo Switch successor, which you might have questions about.

How Much Does The Nintendo Switch 2 Cost, And When Can You Buy One?

The Nintendo Switch 2 will also be bundled withMario Kart Worldand will retail for $499.99.

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How Much Will Switch 2 Games Cost?

What Does The Nintendo Switch 2 Look Like?

For starters,the main console unit is slightly larger and has a bigger screen and thinner bezels.

Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 Pro with their mascots

The main unit also has a redesigned kickstand that covers the entire back of the console.

Players will also be able to communicate with friends and family via the microphone on the main console unit.

What Are The Specs For Nintendo Switch 2?

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The display also supports HDR10 content for vibrant visuals and can run games up to 120 FPS.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is powered by a custom NVIDIA SoC and has a battery size of 5220 mAh.

The handheld unit’s battery life is expected to last between 2 and 6.5 hours.

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The battery will also take about three hours to charge if the main console unit is in sleep mode.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s dock is also getting some upgrades.

What Are The Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories?

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Joy-Con 2 controllers can also be attached to a charging grip that is sold separately and costs $34.99.

Other accessories you’ve got the option to purchase for the Nintendo Switch 2 are as follows.

The Nintendo Switch Camera connects to the top USB-C port on the main console unit.

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Additionally, the Nintendo GameCube Controller will also be available exclusively for NSO members and will cost $64.99.

How Are The Nintendo Switch 2s Joy-Cons Different?

The Joy-Con 2s are now larger and attach to the main console unit differently.

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This is far more convenient than before and makes a very satisfying sound when you attach the two Joy-Cons.

Both Joy-Cons can also be used like a mouse for certain games and applications.

Is The Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatible?

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You will also be able to share games with friends and family using the newVirtual Game Cardfeature.

Shared games that are lent to friends and family via the Virtual Game Card will have a two-week limitation.

This feature will only work with games compatible with GameShare and will work over a local data pipe.

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Will Older Games Be Enhanced & Do They Have Upgrades?

However, at the time of writing, Nintendo has not mentioned how much these upgrades will cost.

What Games Are Confirmed For The Nintendo Switch 2?

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release in 2025.

Confirmed as backwards compatible, it will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games.

A full reveal is pencilled in for April 2, 2025.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release in 2025. Confirmed as backwards compatible, it will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. A full reveal is pencilled in for April 2, 2025.

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