If there's one thing Nintendo fans have learned over the years, it's that the company knows how to play with mystery like few others. It's been more than seven years since the launch of the original Nintendo Switch , and while the hybrid console broke ground and expectations, the gaming world is already clamoring for its successor: the rumored Nintendo Switch 2 .
And the truth is, Nintendo hasn't confirmed anything at all ... but that hasn't stopped us from speculating, theorizing, and even getting excited about what's coming next. In this article, we're going to explore all the things we still don't know about the Nintendo Switch 2 , but that have the entire community excited. We're going to break down the rumors, analyze what does seem likely, and, above all, talk about why mystery is also part of the magic.
1. The big mystery: What will it really be called?
Although we all know it provisionally as Nintendo Switch 2 , there's no guarantee that will be its final name. Remember, Nintendo is adept at breaking expectations. Just when everyone thought the Wii's successor would be called "Wii 2," they launched the Wii U ... and well, we know how that story ended.
Possible names that have been rumored:
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Switch Pro (more technical, more powerful)
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New Nintendo Switch (following the logic of the New 3DS)
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Super Nintendo Switch (a nostalgic nod)
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Switch Next or Switch Go
The final name won't just affect marketing; it could also indicate the console 's focus : Will it be a simple evolution? Or a complete paradigm shift?
2. Technical specifications: What we think we know… and what we don’t
By now, there are some pretty solid leaks, but Nintendo has yet to confirm anything. The speculation so far is that the Switch 2 could use an upgraded Nvidia Tegra chip , which would allow for support for technologies like DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) to improve graphics without sacrificing performance.
However, there is still much we don't know :
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Will it have support for 4K resolution in dock mode ?
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How much RAM will it have? 8GB? 16GB?
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Will the battery life improve significantly?
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Will performance in handheld mode be more on par with that of fixed consoles ?
This is where the dilemma comes in: many users fear that Nintendo , by prioritizing portability and accessibility, isn't aiming to compete with PlayStation or Xbox in terms of power. But at the same time, does it really need to?
3. Backwards Compatibility: Will we be able to use our Switch games?
One of the biggest questions—and concerns—for current gamers is whether the new model will be backwards compatible with the original Switch's game library. Titles like Zelda: Breath of the Wild , Mario Kart 8 Deluxe , and Animal Crossing are still available, and no one wants to lose access to them.
Some rumors indicate that:
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Backwards compatibility will be partial .
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Previous titles will be playable, but with improved graphics and performance .
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Nintendo may re-release some games with optimized “special editions.”
And what about the Joy-Con? That's another mystery: will they be compatible? Will we see a new design to avoid problems like the famous "Joy-Con drift"?
4. When is it actually released?
This is the "elephant in the room." Throughout 2024, there were strong rumors that the console would be unveiled mid-year for a March 2025 launch, coinciding with the anniversary of the original Switch 's launch. However, new leaks point to a delay until late 2025 .
This makes sense from a business perspective: Nintendo doesn't want to compete directly with other brands' strong releases or with the same busy 2024 holiday campaign.
Meanwhile, the gaming community in Chile and the rest of Latin America is already starting to save.
5. And in Chile? What's expected from the local launch?
The Chilean market has historically been loyal to Nintendo , but it has also suffered from high prices, limited availability, and launch delays . If Nintendo wants to repeat the success of the Switch , it must improve its regional strategy.
Some local doubts:
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Will it be officially available in Chilean stores upon launch?
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What will the estimated price be in Chilean pesos ? $500,000? $600,000?
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Will it be possible to pre-book through local retailers?
All of this is uncertain, but if we take the launch of OLED as a reference, we might have an idea of the model to follow.
6. What games will accompany the launch?
This is where the most exciting part comes in: launch games can determine the console's initial success or failure. While Nintendo hasn't said a word, rumors point to titles like:
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New Mario 3D
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Pokémon in a new region
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Zelda remake: Twilight Princess or Wind Waker
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Metroid Prime 4 (yes, we're still waiting for it)
But beyond the “initial catalog,” what people want to know is: Will Nintendo revolutionize the concept of portable gaming again?
Waiting is also part of the game
Even though we know very little for sure about the Nintendo Switch 2 , one thing is clear: anticipation is sky-high . And that's no coincidence. Nintendo has built a community that dreams, debates, and speculates, even when official information is almost nonexistent.
Maybe the Switch 2 won't be what everyone expects... or maybe it'll be even better. But until that happens, we'll keep looking to the horizon with excitement .
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