Nintendo Switch 2 Unveiled: Release Date, Official Specs, Games, and More

Nintendo finally offered an in-depth look at the new Switch 2 Wednesday morning during its long-awaited Nintendo Direct. The console, which comes out June 5, features display upgrades, a storage boost, new control options, an exciting game-sharing mechanism, and a slew of fresh and updated titles. Buckle up—there's a lot to cover.

Switch 2 Hardware and Features

The Switch 2's hardware doesn't disappoint. As suspected, the upsized system offers an expanded LCD with 1080p resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR support, and the ability to display games in 4K while docked with a decent TV. The console contains 256GB internal storage—far more than the measly 32GB found in the original Switch—which can be expanded with a microSD Express card. A second USB-C port at the top of the Switch 2 should make it easier to charge the device while in handheld and tabletop modes ...