See what's new with Nintendo Switch 2
The next evolution of the Nintendo Switch system is here!
Bring games to life with a larger 1080p screen—or connect to a TV and play in up to 4K resolution. Support for HDR, VRR, and frame rates up to 120 fps let you enjoy vivid color, clarity, and smooth gameplay.
Snap the new Joy-Con™ 2 controllers into place with magnetic connectors. Each controller can even be used as a mouse in compatible games.
Experience new, exclusive games like Mario Kart™ World only on Nintendo Switch 2. Plus, you can enjoy compatible games from your Nintendo Switch library.
Say "hello" to GameChat
Start a chat with friends at any time using the C Button!
Share your game screen while chatting to show what you're up to. And for a more personal touch, connect face-to-face with the Nintendo Switch 2 camera or other compatible USB-C® camera (each sold separately).
Bigger screen, same thickness
Go big with a 7.9-inch screen that lets you enjoy smooth gameplay anytime, anywhere.
Play with greater detail and clarity thanks to a high-definition LCD display featuring support for HDR, VRR, and up to 120 fps in compatible games.
A vivid display that brings your games to life
Play on a screen that shows off the finest of details.
- The built-in LCD screen is capable of Full HD (1080p) resolution in handheld mode.
- With about double the pixel count compared to the Nintendo Switch system's display, you can enjoy your games in higher resolution and greater detail.
- A maximum frame rate of 120 fps enables even smoother gameplay in supported games.
- Variable refresh rate (VRR) technology helps games move seamlessly by preventing frame skips and flickering.
- High dynamic range (HDR) support brings greater, more detailed contrast between light and dark areas.
New dock
Use the dock to play on a bigger screen
Play in 4K
Take in all the detail with screen resolutions up to 4K when you connect the Nintendo Switch 2 system to a compatible TV using the dedicated dock. The system also supports HDR, VRR, and frame rates up to 120 fps on compatible TVs.
Fan ventilation for powerful cooling
The Nintendo Switch 2 dock has a built-in fan that works to keep your system cool and helps stabilize performance.
Connecting to a TV is easy
Compatible TVs can automatically turn themselves on when they detect the Nintendo Switch 2 system powering on while docked. The system supports Consumer Electronics Control (CEC), where the TV automatically detects and changes to the correct input. And with Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), you can even have your compatible TV automatically change to its game-mode setting.
Find the right viewing angle with a sturdy stand
Share your system for instant multiplayer fun
The freedom of flexibility
The stand on the back of the system can be adjusted to any angle up to 150 degrees—allowing you to freely find the comfiest placement, no matter where you're playing.
Two USB-C® ports
USB-C® ports are now on the top and bottom of the system. Plug in the included AC adapter and play in tabletop mode while the system charges.
You can also connect a compatible USB-C® camera (sold separately) and enjoy video chatting with GameChat anytime.
Joy-Con 2
Easy. Comfy. Magnetic.
Attach and detach with ease
The Nintendo Switch 2 system comes with two Joy-Con™ 2 controllers.
When you move the Joy-Con 2 controllers close to the sides of the system, they'll snap into place thanks to built-in magnets.
These strong magnets keep the controllers attached firmly to the system at all times. Simply press the release button on the back to disengage the magnetic lock—and off they come.
Accessories like the Joy-Con 2 wheel (sold separately) also take advantage of the new connection.
Enhanced sticks and buttons
The Left and Right Sticks are now larger and easier to rest your thumbs on. They also move more smoothly than before, with reduced noise.
The L and R Buttons are now longer, too, and the SL and SR Buttons are bigger for greater comfort and control when playing with a Joy-Con 2 held on its side.
A streamlined wrist strap
The Joy-Con 2 strap makes it easier to get into the game. Snap it on easily—and pop it off with the touch of a button. Handy for whenever you play using motion controls.
Mouse controls are a breeze thanks to smoother gliding and better stability provided by the wider base of the wrist strap.
HD rumble 2
From a faint quiver to a powerful shake that'll leave an impression, HD rumble 2 powers up the fidelity and capability of force feedback.
HD rumble 2 responds quickly to in-game action and can convey even more complex rumble patterns, creating a more refined tactile feeling.
Mouse controls using Joy-Con 2
See those little sensors on the colorful sides of both Joy-Con 2 controllers? Place the sensors faced down on a surface and slide the controllers around to use them like a mouse in compatible games.
Whether passing one controller to a friend for multiplayer fun or using both yourself, mouse controls open up even more ways to play.
C Button has entered the chat
All Together, Anytime, Anywhere
Chat, share, and hang out together
You can easily start a voice chat anytime, anywhere with GameChat and the built-in microphone of Nintendo Switch 2. Whether in TV mode, tabletop mode, or handheld mode, your friends are never far away.
Up to four people can share their screens in the same GameChat session.
Connect anytime with the C Button
There's a new C Button on the right Joy-Con 2 controller. Press it to easily bring up GameChat at any time, even if you're in the middle of a game.
While using GameChat, use the C Button to pull up chat controls as you need them, like muting or leaving the chat.
Chat it up using the built-in mic
Nintendo Switch 2 has a built-in microphone on the top of the system. No additional accessories are required to spark up a conversation with friends.
It also uses noise-cancelling technology to filter sounds, so your voice will come through clearly.
The mic also conveniently adjusts the volume of your voice that it picks up. This helps your friends comfortably hear you, whether you're playing in a large space with others or tucked away in a quiet room.
Connect a camera for video chat
Make it a video chat with the Nintendo Switch 2 camera or a compatible USB-C®-connected camera (each sold separately).
You can easily check compatibility using the Test USB Camera feature located in the Nintendo Switch 2 system settings.
Powerful processing and immersive graphics
Games on Nintendo Switch 2 can take advantage of powerful upgrades to processing capability, speed, and graphics performance. Enjoy benefits like smoother frame rates, sharper visuals, and faster loading speeds than before.
These changes open the door to new ways to play.
In addition to Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games, select Nintendo Switch games may also take advantage of the system's new capabilities to bring benefits like improved graphics and faster loading times.
Crisp audio quality and 3D spatial sound
Sound quality is more natural and clear with better balance. Hear the difference for yourself, whether you're playing with the built-in speakers or your headphones (sold separately).
Games can be enjoyed with more immersive, three-dimensional sound, as if it were coming from all around you.
