Nintendo Switch 2: Official Announcement and Expected Release Date Revealed at Gamescom
The Nintendo Switch 2: Rumors of an Imminent Announcement
It looks like the long-rumored Nintendo Switch 2 could be officially announced very soon. With a 2024 release date seemingly set in stone, fans have wondered when Nintendo will lift the lid on the new device. If the latest reports are to be believed, Nintendo unveiled the Nintendo Switch successor at Gamescom, albeit to a select few journalists and publishers. The fact that the company has started to showcase the device suggests that a full reveal is imminent, most likely before the end of the year.
Rumors Point Towards a Select Showcase
Jez Corden, the Managing Director of Windows Central, has revealed that Nintendo may have given a sneak preview of its new Switch console to a select group of press and developers at Gamescom. Although the details of this preview are still unknown, it is expected that more information will be revealed soon.
According to Corden, full leaks and reveals may be imminent, and it is anticipated that a full Nintendo Direct conference will be held later this autumn, most likely in September. However, a Direct conference is scheduled to take place later this week, focusing solely on the upcoming platform game Super Mario Bros Wonder.
For technical experts, this news is significant, as it suggests that Nintendo is already working on a new Switch console and is likely to introduce new features and updates. Although the details are scarce, the sneak peek given to select individuals at Gamescom indicates that Nintendo is serious about staying ahead of the competition and continuing to offer innovative gaming experiences to its users.
Leaked Details Add to the Excitement
As the anticipation for the official Nintendo Switch 2 rreveal heightens, some details have been leaked on the console’s specs and features. Reports from a Chinese site, MoneyDJ, suggest that Hongzhun is manufacturing metal cases for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Microsoft court documents have also hinted at a possible 2024 release date for the console.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to cost $399 upon launch, a $100 increase from the price of the original Switch upon its release in 2017. In terms of display, the console will be equipped with an LCD screen instead of the superior OLED display. This decision is seen as an effort to cut costs while still providing a satisfactory gaming experience.
