Nintendo Enthusiasts Speculate on Switch 2 Launch Date

In January, Nintendo gave fans a sneak peek at the upcoming Switch 2 with a brief trailer that introduced us to the console’s design and teased some exciting features, especially in the new Joy-Cons. It also confirmed that a new Mario Kart game is on the horizon. However, crucial details like the console’s pricing and launch date were conspicuously absent, leaving fans eager and curious.

While fans anticipate more substantial information during the Nintendo Direct slated for April 2, they’ve been busy speculating. Many are predicting that this will be the occasion when Nintendo finally discloses the much-anticipated price and release date. Meanwhile, speculation about the launch date and cost of the Switch 2 continues to swirl in online fan communities.

One Reddit user, who has since deleted their account, proposed an interesting theory regarding the Switch 2’s release. They emphasized Nintendo’s strategic emphasis on the number “2” throughout their marketing, suggesting a May 22 release date. This date, a Thursday, aligns with Nintendo’s recent trend of Thursday product launches, and intriguingly, it falls exactly 50 days after the Nintendo Direct announcement. This time frame mirrors the release strategy used for the original Switch.

Despite a May 22 release theory seemingly clashing with the timing of some private invite-only preview events scheduled post that date, fans are reminded of a similar scenario unfolding with the original Switch. However, until Nintendo officially confirms a release date, it’s wise to treat these fan theories as simply that—unverified speculation. Reliable sources, though, have narrowed down the potential launch to either May or June.

With the April 2 Nintendo Direct looming, expectations are high that Nintendo will unveil both the release date and pricing for the Switch 2. While the exact cost remains a topic of conjecture, insiders have predicted a price range that might fall between $350 and $500. All eyes are on Nintendo, as fans eagerly await this pivotal update.