The next generation of Nintendo consoles
The Japanese company has revealed key information about its new entertainment system, the direct successor to the successful Nintendo Switch. This new platform will arrive in international markets in mid-2025, marking almost ten years since the launch of its predecessor.
Confirmed commercial details
The base model will have a launch price of 450 US dollars. Pre-orders will be available starting from the second quarter of the year in the North American market, with a standard configuration that does not include additional games in its initial package.
- Base price: $449.99
- Pre-sale date: April 2025
- Official launch: June 2025
Evolution of the hybrid concept
Maintaining the philosophy that made its predecessor popular, the new version will retain the ability to function as a handheld and tabletop console. The technical improvements, although not fully specified, promise:
- Greater processing power
- Higher quality screen
- Redesigned controls
"Nintendo has always sought to balance innovation and accessibility in its gaming platforms"
Initial game catalog
On launch day, users will be able to access:
- Mario Kart World (exclusive)
- Split Fiction (third-party)
- Hitman (third-party)
Context in the industry
This announcement generates great anticipation among analysts and consumers, given the sales record of the previous generation. The main challenge for Nintendo will be to maintain the balance between:
- Technological innovation
- Backward compatibility with games
- Affordable price
- Familiar user experience
The strategy seems to focus on evolving the existing concept rather than completely reinventing it, seeking to capitalize on the success of the current Switch ecosystem.