The Nintendo Switch 2 revealed

Portable gaming must’ve driven into a question mark box – because it’s about to get a power up. Nintendo announced its long-awaited Switch 2 gaming console yesterday morning, in a short video showcasing some of its details.

What we know so far: The new console will closely resemble its predecessor, featuring similar detachable controllers with a slightly larger screen.

• The console will be backward-compatible, so it can play both existing Switch games and Switch 2-specific titles (including a new Mario Kart title shown in the video).
• It will remain a hybrid console, allowing users to play while docked to a TV or as a portable device. A second USB-C port on the top of the device also makes it easier to plug in accessories while the console is docked.

Nintendo is looking to replicate its previous success. As of last fall, the original Switch had sold 143 million units, ranking as the third best-selling video game console of all time (behind only the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS).

👀 Looking ahead…Nintendo says further details on the Switch 2 will come at a showcase on April 2. The company has yet to reveal a more specific release date outside of sometime in 2025, though analysts predict it’ll come in June.