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Switch 2 Rumored to Sport Magnetic Joy-Cons and Larger Design

Apr 26, 2024 1 min read

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The Nintendo Switch 2, the rumored successor to the current Nintendo Switch, is reported to feature a significant redesign in its Joy-Con controllers. According to Spanish publication Vandal, these new controllers will attach to the console via a magnetic mechanism, differing from the slide-on rail system used in the original Switch. While the new magnetic Joy-Cons may not be compatible with the original Switch in handheld mode, the existing Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is expected to work with the Switch 2.

The console itself is said to be larger than the original Switch but smaller than a Valve Steam Deck, potentially featuring an 8-inch LCD display. Vandal also mentioned that the Switch 2 could use an Nvidia chip based on the Ampere architecture, which supports DLSS, and may offer backward compatibility with the current generation of Switch games.

There have been various reports about the release timing of the Nintendo Switch 2, with the latest suggesting a launch window in early 2025. This delay is purportedly to ensure a robust lineup of first-party software for the console's debut. As with all leaks and rumors, the details regarding the Nintendo Switch 2, including its design, features, and release date, remain unofficial until confirmed by Nintendo.

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