Tech Desk 
May 01, 2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 is ready to roll out on June 5, and the fans are eagerly waiting. The next-generation console from Nintendo will feature smoother gameplay, enhanced features, and a more powerful build.
One of the significant changes is in the Joy-Con controllers, which will now offers a quieter HD Rumble feature.
This change is a direct reaction to user feedback, as players complained that the original Joy-Cons were too noisy, particularly when playing action games.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is not only quieter; it's also more powerful. The new Joy-Cons have more intense vibrations, but they will produce less noise. That's likely due to a more efficient design and more robust casing.
Meanwhile, fans of the Switch will also appreciate new features such as the ability to use a mouse in certain games, a dedicated GameChat button, and magnetic Joy-Cons that stick more harmoniously to the console.
Moreover, another significant upgrade is in the Nintendo Switch 2 Dock. It now adapts cooling according to the dock's own temperature, not only the console's.
It has two USB ports, an Ethernet port, and a better HDMI port that supports 4K at 60 60Hz. Additionally, the storage has been upgraded to 256GB, which is eight times higher than the original Switch.
Excitingly, fans are looking forward to the games coming out with the Switch 2. The lineup includes Mario Kart World, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Hogwarts Legacy, and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Players can also utilise GameShare, a new feature that allows friends to play together even if only one owns the game.
