Multiple reports have claimed that a reveal for the Nintendo Switch successor console (or Switch 2) is taking place this month. Rumours have been circling the new hardware for the better part of a year at this stage, though thanks to two credible sources, there might be some news on the horizon.
GamesIndustry.biz journalist Chris Dring was the first to report on “industry whispers around ‘something’ Switch 2-related happening this month.” Dring’s claim was quickly corroborated by Video Games Chronicle journalist Andy Robinson, who confirms that press were told about a Switch 2 reveal taking place this month. However, Robinson added that he wouldn’t bet his house on it in case plans change, which could very easily happen.
We’re only five days into September so there’s still plenty of time for Nintendo to make the event’s announcement, which will likely happen a day or two before the showcase (judging by Nintendo’s past schedule of announcing events shortly before the stream).
With industry whispers around ‘something’ Switch 2-related happening this month. I thought I’d remind everyone of the official list of the greatest games consoles of all time.
1. Nintendo Switch
2. Everyone else— Christopher Dring (@Chris_Dring) September 4, 2024
On another note, known leaker NateTheHate also came forward recently claiming that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have backwards compatibility support, echoing a report from Universo Nintendo back in February this year which claimed that the new console will allow players to carry over their library of current Switch games. Physical copies of Switch games would also work on the new hardware.
As for when you can expect to get your hands on the Switch 2, Nintendo has yet to make an official announcement regarding the console’s release date but Chris Dring also previously claimed to have heard that it won’t launch until at least April 2025. It seems like Nintendo is taking all the necessary precautions to avoid a scalping situation (similar to the PS5’s launch) and make sure that there are enough units available at launch.
Source: Chris Dring
