Switch 2 After an agonizing three-month wait, Nintendo finally revealed more details on the Switch 2 during a Direct presentation on the morning of April 2nd. While Nintendo told us very little in the official reveal of the console in January, now we know when the Switch 2 is coming and how muc h it will cost at launch: June 5th and $449.99. We also have more hardware details and specs to pore over, like a 1080p, 120Hz 7.9-inch LCD screen, Joy-Con controllers with mouse-like functions, 256GB of storage, and 4K output via the dock. We even know why it’s called the Switch 2 instead of Super Nintendo Switch. Most importantly, we’ve finally been able to go hands-on with the Switch 2 and play games like the exclusive Switch 2 launch title, Mario Kart World, and Donkey Kong Bananza. Nintendo also cleared up the mysteries about the system’s “C” button with details about new GameChat features and a camera accessory, and confirmed that GameCube games are coming to Nintendo Switch Online, along with a dedicated controller to give them the respect they deserve. You can keep up with all the latest developments from the Switch 2 Direct right here. Nintendo’s Switch 2 era comes at a price Nvidia confirms the Nintendo Switch 2 has DLSS and real-time ray tracing Donkey Kong Bananza was best in show at the Switch 2 hands-on Want to see some Switch 2 gameplay? Everyone, everywhere, all the time. I just got done demoing the Switch 2 and boy are my arms tired. I’m not sold on the Switch 2’s mouse-like controls The Nintendo GameCube still rules Mario Kart World is pure chaos Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on: it’s all in the games What will the Switch 2 cost after the Trump tariffs? Here’s how you can preorder the Nintendo Switch 2 (or try to) The Nintendo GameCube is about to get its due How the Nintendo Switch 2 compares to prior models on paper With the Switch 2, it seems like Nintendo is kind of figuring out online Some Nintendo Switch 2 games will be more expensive Verge staffers react to the Nintendo Switch 2 Here’s everything Nintendo has revealed about the Switch 2’s Joy-Cons Here’s the Switch 2’s homescreen Every Nintendo Switch 2 game announced in the Switch 2 Direct The Switch 2 could’ve been the Super Nintendo Switch. The Switch 2 / Mario Kart World bundle won’t be around forever. Nintendo describes Switch 2 “Game-Key Cards.” The Nintendo Switch 2 has a camera accessory for video chats Here’s a Switch 2 hardware supercut. Nintendo’s Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers FromSoftware is making a multiplayer Switch 2 exclusive called The Duskbloods The Switch 2’s Pro Controller adds customizable rear buttons Nintendo Switch 2 boxes will be red, too. Kirby Air Riders is a Switch 2 racing game from Masahiro Sakurai Donkey Kong Bananza is coming to the Switch 2 in July Mario Kart World launches exclusively with the Nintendo Switch 2 Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment hits the Switch 2 this winter Cyberpunk 2077 is coming to the Switch 2. Hollow Knight: Silksong is launching in 2025 Deltarune is headed to the Switch 2 — and so are its new chapters. GameCube games are coming to Nintendo Switch Online Civilization VII is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with mouse controls. Nintendo is releasing a GameCube controller. You can play one Nintendo Switch 2 game on multiple consoles with GameShare. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Nintendo’s Switch 2 ‘C’ button is a Discord-like GameChat feature These are the Switch 2’s new game cartridges. The Nintendo Switch 2 arrives on June 5th for $449.99 Nintendo Switch 2 specs: 1080p 120Hz display, 4K dock, mouse mode, and more You’re not the only one interested in today’s Switch 2 show. Will we get a trailer this good? What will we learn about the Switch 2? As much as I want to hear about DLSS… The Switch 2 has big shoes to fill. It’s hard to know what Nintendo has in store. How to watch the Switch 2 Direct Nintendo shares more info on its Switch 2 direct Here’s our video about the Nintendo Switch 2. Here’s the Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo announces Switch 2 Direct for April ...read more read less