According to Tokyo Security analyst Hideki Yasuda’s recent findings timeframe and cost of the Switch 2 have been. Although Yasuda suggests that the console might not be available for purchase before the end of Nintendo ‘s ongoing fiscal year in March 2025, there is a possibility that it could be introduced in the first half of 2025.
Yasuda’s assessment, if the console doesn’t meet the current fiscal year deadline, a likely launch timeframe for the Switch 2 would be between April and June 2025. This would put the console on track for a possible summer debut, which is consistent with the typical release schedules of major gaming consoles.
Yasuda’s report not only discusses when the new console will be released but also offers information on the potential pricing approach. According to the analyst, the new console is expected to be priced at $499, which is a substantial increase from the original Switch’s initial launch price.
Details about the upcoming Nintendo console are scarce, to the extent that its unknown. Reports suggest that Switch 2 might be similar to that of the Steam Deck. It is rumored that the console will have a stronger GPU but a less powerful CPU compared to Valve’s handheld device. This setup could potentially enable games to run at higher resolutions, though possibly at lower frame rates.
Rumors are circulating about the possible addition of NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) and Ray Reconstruction technologies to the Switch 2, which could potentially offer the console a notable edge in specific situations. If these speculations are accurate, the Switch 2 might outshine the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in terms ray tracing capabilities.
It’s important to note that these specifications are unconfirmed. As with all pre-release information, details may change before the console’s official unveiling.