The Nintendo Switch 2 in 4K (pre -order from 8 April), in addition to having new functions and games, promises to be a social experience (which we will pay dearly).
After months of rumor and cryptic announcements, Nintendo has finally revealed Switch 2, heir of the best -selling console in the history of the Japanese house. The countdown, therefore, began and the June 5th next, when you can buy the new portable console at a price – much higher than the forecasts – of 469.99 euros for the basic version and of 509.99 € with Mario Kart World.
The appearance deceives. Even if it seems similar to the previous the console has many news: a screen from 7.9 inches at resolution 1,080p (double the pixels of the original version), support up to 120 fps (frames per second), HDR for a more vivid contrast, speaker with improved 3D audio and dock with Video output up to 4K. Joy-Con 2 connect magnetically and include A rollerball that turns them into mouse: a function shown with the title Drag X DriveBasketball simulator in a wheelchair where the controllers mimic the thrust of the wheels.
New games. With the console new titles also come out: from Mario Kart Worldset in an open world with 24 runners for tender and free exploration mode, to the prequel to Tears of the Kingdomentitled Zelda: Hyrule Warriors – Age of imprisonment. They were also announced Kirby Air Ridersthe new Donkey Kong Bananza (expected for July 17) e The duskbloodsa fantasy dark with spectral dinosaurs and warriors signed from Software. Many games of the original Switch catalog will be updated in Switch 2 version, including Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends and a new edition of Zelda: Breath of the Wildwith improved resolution and new functions.
Social experience. The new Joy-Con includes the “C” button, which opens the gamechat function, a communication system to chat and make video calls with friends, even while you are playing. The console microphone recognizes the item by filtering environmental noises, while one video camera allows Add the faces of the participants directly on the screen. With Gameshare, it will also be possible share a single game with other connected usersup to a maximum of four people. The retaining support with previous games remains, but many titles will offer extra features, available through paid packages for those with the original version.
Expectations and numbers. Switch 2 is not really revolutionary, but more powerful and versatile, it has the same hybrid philosophy that has decreed the success of the 2017 model, capable of selling over 150 million units.
The forecasts of the Nintendo are clear: to place 6 million consoles in the first months, with the aim of reaching 19 million by the end of 2025. The test events will start from April in the city such as New York, Tokyo and Paris, and the pre -order from April 8. However, the price of some titles made the nose turn up to the most pressing fans. Mario Kart Worldfor example, if bought separately from the console will cost about 75 eurosa price that aroused controversy.
