In an exciting Nintendo Direct presentation aired on April 2nd, 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 was thoroughly unveiled. However, the event left many eager fans with lingering questions as several details were either unclear or scattered across a multitude of articles and product listings. Since then, the internet has been rife with assumptions, clarifications, and unfortunately, a fair share of misinformation.
Recognizing the need for accurate and comprehensive information, we’ve taken the liberty to compile an FAQ. This guide is packed with verified insights directly from Nintendo and our own hands-on experiences with the Switch 2. As we receive more information, we’ll keep updating and refining this FAQ. If you still have questions after going through this guide, feel free to reach out to us in the site’s comments section via Talkback, or in our Discord community.
The latest update of this FAQ was made on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025.
We’ve organized the FAQ into several sections for your convenience:
– Console & System (Part One)
– Switch 2 Games & Upgrades (Part Two)
– Storage & Accessories (Part Three)
– Nintendo Switch Online, GameChat, and GameShare (Part Four)
– GameCube on Nintendo Switch 2 and Upcoming Games (Part Five)
You can easily navigate through these sections using the page numbers at the bottom, or by clicking on the links provided above. We’ve made sure to source all information wherever possible, prioritizing official Nintendo communications and our firsthand reporting. Should you have more questions, you’re welcome to post them in our Discord group, reach out via our social media channels, or use Talkback.