The officialfirst-look trailer for Nintendo Switch 2was finally released a few hours ago, and it is everything that fans dreamed of while they dealt with the dozens ofleaks and rumorsin the past.
The upcoming console is easily one of themost speculated releasesin recent gaming history. The brief trailer, which showcased glimpses of the console’s design and the major cosmetic changes it will be receiving over its predecessor,has already generated over 6.5 million views on the official uploadon Nintendo of America’s YouTube channel alone.
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Early projections by analysts, as noted byBloomberg, suggest that theNintendo Switch 2could sell over 20 million units in its first year,a feat that would cement its place as a landmark product in gaming history.
The original Nintendo Switch, launched in 2017, revolutionized the gaming world with its handheld yet somewhat powerful design while also allowing players to seamlessly switch with the docked mode. With over 146 million units sold, as reported inNintendo’s financial reportreleased last year, the Switch has become one of the best-selling consoles of all time.
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However, this also sets a huge standard for its successor, which we believe Switch 2 will be able to achieve given the excitement around it and the aforementioned predictions made by analysts.
What Games Will Feature On The Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2?
The recent trailer for the up-and-coming console, which has no specific release date, unveiledhow the Switch 2 will be backward compatiblewith both physical and digital copies of gamesmade available on the first Nintendo Switch.
Moreover, the trailer also issued caution, saying that some games released on the Switch might not be supported or be compatible on the upcoming handheld. Rumors also state that third-party games such as Gotham Knights arealready in queue to get an early port on the coming console.
Lastly, viewers also got to catch a glimpse of a newMario Kartgame, which many are guessing will be revealed in the newly announced Nintendo Direct on July 13, 2025. They will also get more details about the Switch 2.
For those who are willing to take a short trip, Nintendo will also be hosting the Nintendo Experience event around different locations in North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. You can learn more on how to attend the Nintendo Switch 2 ExperiencesHERE.
