Nintendo Switch 2 Console

*Available from 5 June 2025

Bring your games to life with a larger 1080p display—or connect to your TV and play in stunning up to 4K resolution*. Enjoy vibrant colors, crisp clarity, and ultra-smooth gameplay with support for HDR, VRR (handheld mode only), and frame rates up to 120 fps.

Snap on the all-new Joy-Con™ 2 controllers using magnetic connectors. Each one can even function as a mouse in compatible games for a whole new way to play.

Key Features

Say "hello" to GameChat***

Share your game screen while you talk to show off your latest moves. For a more personal connection, go face-to-face using the built-in Nintendo Switch 2 camera or a compatible USB-C® camera (each sold separately).

A large, vivid screen that allows smooth motion expression

Nintendo Switch 2 features a large 7.9-inch built-in LCD screen with full HD 1080p resolution—all while maintaining the slim profile of the original Nintendo Switch. Whether you're at home or on the go, enjoy vibrant, detailed gameplay with smooth graphics that bring character movements and facial expressions to life.

Joy-Con 2 controllers attach to the console with a “snap”

Meet Joy-Con™ 2—the newly designed controllers for Nintendo Switch 2. They attach magnetically to the console for a secure fit and seamless play. Each Joy-Con 2 can also function like a mouse—just slide it across a table or even your pants. Versatile and precise, they’re perfect for games that require aiming and more.

A new freely adjustable stand and a new USB-C port

The new, stable stand on the back of the Nintendo Switch 2 is fully adjustable, letting you find the perfect viewing angle for tabletop play. Unlike the original model, which featured a single USB-C port on the bottom, Nintendo Switch 2 includes an additional USB-C port on the top. This allows you to charge the console with the included AC adapter while playing in tabletop mode. You can also connect a compatible USB-C camera (sold separately), such as the Nintendo Switch 2 camera, to enjoy face-to-face video chats using GameChat.

Powerful processing speed and graphical performance

Nintendo Switch 2 delivers a major boost in CPU and GPU performance compared to the original Switch, enabling faster processing speeds and unlocking visually advanced gameplay. Enjoy more detailed graphics, smoother performance, and significantly faster loading times.

Crisp audio quality and spatial 3D sound

Nintendo Switch 2 delivers clearer, more natural sound with a well-balanced audio range. Whether you're playing in handheld or tabletop mode, enjoy a more immersive, three-dimensional audio experience that brings your games to life.

Internal storage of 256 GB

Nintendo Switch 2 comes with 256 GB of internal storage—eight times more than the original Nintendo Switch—giving you plenty of space for digital games and save data. For even more storage, it supports microSD Express cards, offering significantly faster data read speeds compared to previous microSD models.

Nintendo Switch games are also playable on Nintendo Switch 2

In addition to new Nintendo Switch 2 titles, the console also supports compatible physical and digital games from the original Nintendo Switch. Please note that some titles may not be supported or fully compatible. Existing Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers and accessories—like the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (sold separately)—can also be connected wirelessly and used with Nintendo Switch 2.

The new Nintendo Switch 2 dock

By connecting the Nintendo Switch 2 dock to a TV, users can output video at up to 4K resolution (capped at 60 fps) and play games at up to 120 fps via compatible games and TVs.

Multiple people can play one title with GameShare

GameShare is a new feature on Nintendo Switch 2 that lets players share and play the same game with others—even if they don’t own it. If one player has a GameShare-compatible title on their Nintendo Switch 2, they can invite others to join in via local play using their own Nintendo Switch 2 or original Nintendo Switch console. When playing between two Nintendo Switch 2 systems, GameShare also works with GameChat, allowing players to talk and play together online in real time.

Virtual game cards add benefits to digital games

GameShare is a new feature on Nintendo Switch 2 that lets players share and play the same game with friends—even if they don’t own it. If one player has a GameShare-compatible title on their Nintendo Switch 2, they can invite others to join via local play using either their Nintendo Switch 2 or original Nintendo Switch console. When two Nintendo Switch 2 consoles connect, GameShare integrates with GameChat, enabling real-time voice chat for an even more connected online gaming experience.

Nintendo Switch Online

Nintendo Switch Online* will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, including features like GameChat. All owners can use GameChat free until March 31, 2026; after that, a membership is required.

At launch, Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members can access enhanced Nintendo GameCube Classics with improved graphics on Nintendo Switch 2.

Variety of accessibility features

In addition to existing accessibility features on Nintendo Switch, to support players’ wide range of gameplay styles, Nintendo Switch 2 offers a variety of new accessibility options including the ability to adjust font size, enable screen reader, and speech-to-text features within GameChat.

Safe and secure game experience on Nintendo Switch 2

With the Nintendo Switch Parental Control app, parents can easily monitor their children’s gameplay, view what games they’re playing, and set daily playtime limits using their smart device. For GameChat, children under 16 must receive approval from a parent or guardian through the app before starting a chat, allowing parents to securely manage their child’s chat experience.