What We Know About Nintendo's New Console Coming in 2024

Key Points

1. The new console, possibly named Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch Pro, is rumored to be released in 2024, with Nintendo in negotiations with suppliers for its production.

2. Though not officially confirmed, it's speculated that the console will carry forward the hybrid functionality of the Nintendo Switch, and may offer improved performance and updated features.

Nintendo has been tight-lipped about its next-generation console, but various reports and rumors have painted a partial picture of what's to come.

According to multiple sources, a new console, potentially named the Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch Pro, is expected to be released in 2024. Analysts suggest that the current Nintendo Switch will soon be entering the later stages of its lifecycle, and by the end of 2024, it's predicted to have sold through 146 million units, possibly becoming the best-selling console ever by overtaking the PlayStation 2 in terms of unit sales. Nintendo has not formally announced the new console and has effectively ruled out releasing one before April 1, 2024.

Reports indicate that the console is expected in the second half of 2024, with development kits for the unannounced new console already with developers. A report from Japan, covered by Screen Rant, indicates that Nintendo is in negotiations with suppliers on a production system for the new console. While the exact features of the new console remain speculative, various patents hint at some updates like improved Joy-Cons. The same report also mentions that the Nintendo Switch Online service will soon be available outside the existing Switch family of systems, lending more credence to the rumors of a new console release.

References

• Screen Rant Article

• Polygon Article

• IGN Article

• TechSpot Article

References

1. https://screenrant.com/nintendo-switch-next-gen-console-2024-release-rumor/
2. https://www.polygon.com/platform/amp/nintendo/22757098/nintendo-switch-2-pro-release-date-rumors
3. https://www.ign.com/articles/nintendo-reportedly-plans-to-release-next-gen-console-during-second-half-of-2024
4. https://www.techspot.com/news/93658-nintendo-next-console-looks-set-release-late-2024.html