30 Details From the Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement Trailer

The Nintendo Switch 2: A Detailed Look at 30 Key Features

Finally revealed! After months of anticipation, Nintendo unveils its latest console: the Nintendo Switch 2. While initially appearing similar to its predecessor, a closer inspection reveals numerous fascinating enhancements. Let's explore 30 key details from the reveal trailer.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Impressions

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1. The Switch 2 boasts a slightly larger form factor than its predecessor, approximately 15% bigger. The console and Joy-Cons are noticeably taller.

2. A departure from the brightly colored Joy-Cons of the original Switch, the Switch 2 features a sleek, dark grey design, reminiscent of the Steam Deck.

3. Color accents remain, however. Colored rings around the analog sticks and inner edges of the console and Joy-Cons provide a stylish touch and color-coding system (red to red, blue to blue).

4. Joy-Con attachment is revamped. Instead of sliding rails, they now directly slot into the console, connecting via a protruding connector on the main unit. Rumors suggest magnetic attachment, similar to Apple's MagSafe.

5. Redesigned rear Joy-Con triggers release the controllers from the console. A piston-like mechanism pushes the controller away when squeezed.

6. The classic button layout is retained: offset analog sticks, directional buttons, A, B, X, Y face buttons, Plus and Minus buttons, and the capture and Home buttons.

7. A new, unlabeled button is positioned below the Home button, its function currently unknown.

8. L/R shoulder buttons and ZL/ZR triggers are present. The ZL/ZR triggers appear deeper and more rounded, suggesting improved comfort and ease of use.

9. Low-profile analog sticks feature a smaller inner ring radius and thicker rims for enhanced grip and support.

10. The NFC Amiibo interface's presence remains unconfirmed, but the IR sensor from the original right Joy-Con appears absent.

11. SL and SR buttons are significantly larger, improving usability.

12. The four player LEDs are relocated to the forward-facing edge of the connector strip.

13. The Sync button for Joy-Con pairing remains, situated below the connector port.

14. A small, clear lens above the connector may be a laser sensor, potentially enabling mouse-like functionality.

15. Redesigned wrist straps return with matching red and blue color accents.

16. The main console features a larger screen, though not quite edge-to-edge. The display technology remains unspecified.

17. The top edge retains a headphone jack, power/volume buttons, and a redesigned ventilation grill.

18. The Game Card slot remains on the top edge, suggesting backward compatibility with original Switch cartridges.

19. A new USB-C port on the top edge adds intrigue, its purpose currently unknown.

20. Downward-firing speakers replace the rear-facing speakers of the original Switch.

21. A new full-length kickstand with multiple locking angles is included.

22. The Switch 2 is dockable for TV connection, with a redesigned dock featuring rounded corners.

23. A Joy-Con controller peripheral is included, though its design appears similar to the original.

24. A sneak peek at a new Mario Kart game is shown, featuring a starting line for 24 racers.

25. A new track, "Mario Bros. Circuit," is hinted at, seemingly with an American theme and off-road sections.

26. Ten confirmed characters for the new Mario Kart game include Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Peach, Yoshi, Toad, Donkey Kong, Daisy, Rosalina, and Wario.

27. Backward compatibility is confirmed, though some games may not be supported due to peripheral incompatibility.

28. A 2025 release window is announced.

29. Further details will be revealed in an April 2nd Nintendo Direct.

30. A global "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" hands-on tour is planned for April-June, with ticket registration opening January 17th.

These 30 details offer a comprehensive first look at the Nintendo Switch 2. Stay tuned for more updates!