Rumor has it that Nintendo might be gearing up to unveil the successor to its beloved Switch handheld as soon as March 2024.
According to industry insiders, the gaming giant’s partners are already making preparations in anticipation of this highly-anticipated reveal.
Since its debut in 2017, the Switch has soared to unprecedented heights, becoming one of the best-selling video game consoles of all time. Just last December, Nintendo proudly announced that the system had surpassed a staggering 139 million units sold. While whispers of a Switch 2 have been circulating for some time, Nintendo has yet to officially confirm its existence. However, signs point to an imminent announcement.
In a recent podcast episode, well-known Nintendo insider Nate the Hate expressed confidence that Nintendo would lift the veil on the Switch 2 in March. Speculation suggests that the Game Developers Conference (GDC), slated for that month in San Francisco, could serve as the platform for the big reveal. GDC, a premier event in the gaming industry, is expected to draw a crowd of up to 30,000 attendees, providing ample opportunity for Nintendo to engage with partners and showcase its latest innovation.
According to reports from Outlet Universo Nintendo, insider sources have lent credence to Nate the Hate’s predictions. These sources reveal that various companies and Nintendo’s publishing partners are gearing up to unveil their projects, with some retail outlets even preparing for the pre-sales of the Switch 2. Additionally, a recent survey indicates that developers are already hard at work on games tailored for the Switch’s successor.
In a curious turn of events, eagle-eyed Reddit users recently stumbled upon a product page for the Nintendo Switch 2 on the website of retailer Meccha Japan. Although details were scarce, the listing hinted at a 2024 release window. Analysts speculate that the Switch 2, priced around $400, will boast several upgrades while retaining the essence of its predecessor, including an LCD screen.
With all signs pointing towards a March unveiling, 2024 is shaping up to be a monumental year for Nintendo. Exciting titles are slated for release on the original Switch, including first-party gems like Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Princess Peach: Showtime, Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. Furthermore, rumors of an upcoming Nintendo Direct in February are fueling anticipation for even more thrilling developments on the horizon.