Nintendo's 'Switch 2' Release Date and Development Updates Revealed

Nintendo's next-generation console, often referred to as "Switch 2," is expected to be released in the second half of 2024. The console will likely be playable as a portable device and support cartridge-based games, featuring an LCD screen instead of an OLED screen. While details are scarce, some key partner studios reportedly have development kits for the device. Nintendo has not officially announced the console but has hinted at a smooth transition from the Switch to the new platform. Backward compatibility with Switch games on the new console is uncertain, as some third-party publishers have expressed concerns about its impact on sales of next-gen titles. The official rollout of next-gen news may not happen for several months or even close to a year.