switch 2 – eTeknix https://www.eteknix.com The Best Technology & Gaming News and Reviews! Tue, 03 Jun 2025 23:18:12 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 NVIDIA CEO Praises Nintendo Switch 2’s Graphics: “The Most Advanced Graphics Ever in a Mobile Device” https://www.eteknix.com/nvidia-ceo-praises-nintendo-switch-2s-graphics-the-most-advanced-graphics-ever-in-a-mobile-device/ https://www.eteknix.com/nvidia-ceo-praises-nintendo-switch-2s-graphics-the-most-advanced-graphics-ever-in-a-mobile-device/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 23:18:11 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=614737 Nintendo has released a new episode of its “Creator’s Voice” series, where top developers and industry professionals discuss the Nintendo Switch 2, revealing details about the new console and its upcoming games. In today’s episode, the spotlight is on Jensen Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA. In the video, he talks about the custom SoC (System on a Chip) designed by NVIDIA, which is at the heart of…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nvidia-ceo-praises-nintendo-switch-2s-graphics-the-most-advanced-graphics-ever-in-a-mobile-device/feed/ 0 Nintendo Already Sending “Out of Stock” Signs to Stores in the U.S. for Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-already-sending-out-of-stock-signs-to-stores-in-the-u-s-for-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-already-sending-out-of-stock-signs-to-stores-in-the-u-s-for-switch-2/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 22:58:25 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=614731 The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is almost here, and it’s already creating a lot of buzz. The console is set to release on June 5, 2025, but it seems it’s already sold out in many stores. This suggests that pre-orders have gone very well, and many people are eager to get their hands on the new device. Now, according to a user on Reddit, it looks like Nintendo could be sending out big…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-already-sending-out-of-stock-signs-to-stores-in-the-u-s-for-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 to Support Regular USB Mice With Select Games https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-support-regular-usb-mice-with-select-games/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-support-regular-usb-mice-with-select-games/#respond Sat, 24 May 2025 09:41:26 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=613870 The new Nintendo Switch 2 will support regular USB mice for certain games. This information was shared by Michi Ryu, the producer of Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition, during a live stream by Koei Tecmo where they discussed the game’s features. This is an added option to the much-talked-about mouse mode of Joy-Con 2. Anyone who owns a USB mouse can simply plug it into the new…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-support-regular-usb-mice-with-select-games/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Partners with Samsung for Chip Production, OLED Model Possible https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-partners-with-samsung-for-chip-production-oled-model-possible/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-partners-with-samsung-for-chip-production-oled-model-possible/#respond Tue, 20 May 2025 13:00:55 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=612925 According to reports from Bloomberg, Nintendo has reached out to Samsung to help with the production of chips for the Switch 2. This partnership may also lead to a future OLED model of the console, with screens produced by Samsung. Nintendo’s goal is to sell more than 20 million Switch 2 units by March 2026. However, there may be challenges in production that could impact supply management…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-partners-with-samsung-for-chip-production-oled-model-possible/feed/ 0 Cyberpunk 2077 for Nintendo Switch 2 Shows Off in a Nearly 40-Minute Video https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-for-nintendo-switch-2-shows-off-in-a-nearly-40-minute-video/ https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-for-nintendo-switch-2-shows-off-in-a-nearly-40-minute-video/#respond Mon, 19 May 2025 12:51:43 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=612476 A nearly 40-minute video has been uploaded on YouTube, giving fans a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Cyberpunk 2077. While we don’t know if the video will be taken down soon, it provides a sneak peek at how the game runs on Nintendo’s new portable console. As reported by VGC, the video is a mix of B-roll clips provided by the Polish developer CD Projekt. These clips are usually meant…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-for-nintendo-switch-2-shows-off-in-a-nearly-40-minute-video/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 to Feature Battery Life Extension for the First Time https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-battery-life-extension-for-the-first-time/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-battery-life-extension-for-the-first-time/#respond Wed, 14 May 2025 07:08:55 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611909 Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 will introduce a new feature aimed at extending the life of its battery. This function has been available in various devices for some time, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and certain laptops. The feature is designed to help prevent battery degradation over time. On the main menu of the Switch 2, users will find a new option in the system…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-battery-life-extension-for-the-first-time/feed/ 0 Nintendo Spends Record Amount on Research and Development https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-spends-record-amount-on-research-and-development/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-spends-record-amount-on-research-and-development/#respond Sat, 10 May 2025 22:48:21 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611642 According to Nintendo’s latest financial report, the company has never spent so much on research and development. In the fiscal year that ended on March 31, the Japanese company invested a total of 143.79 billion yen. This is likely due to the development of the Nintendo Switch 2, as well as new games and the company’s overall growth. As a result, Nintendo needed to hire more employees…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-spends-record-amount-on-research-and-development/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Will Feature Unseen Third-Party Support, Analyst Says https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-feature-unseen-third-party-support-analyst-says/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-feature-unseen-third-party-support-analyst-says/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 11:23:56 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611455 The well-known analyst Mat Piscatella has stated that the Nintendo Switch 2 will offer third-party support like never before. During an interview with GamesRadar, he highlighted the number of announcements made during the console’s presentation, suggesting that things will be very different this time. Historically, Nintendo consoles have been bought mainly to play Nintendo games…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-feature-unseen-third-party-support-analyst-says/feed/ 0 Nightdive Studios CEO Calls Nintendo Switch 2’s Game Key Cards ‘Disheartening’ for Game Preservation https://www.eteknix.com/nightdive-studios-ceo-calls-nintendo-switch-2s-game-key-cards-disheartening-for-game-preservation/ https://www.eteknix.com/nightdive-studios-ceo-calls-nintendo-switch-2s-game-key-cards-disheartening-for-game-preservation/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 21:52:11 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611119 Stephen Kick, the CEO of Nightdive Studios, a team known for its expertise in revamping and adapting old games, has shared his thoughts on Nintendo’s new game cards for the Switch 2. As a leading figure in game preservation, Kick found the new “game key cards” introduced by Nintendo to be disappointing. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Kick described the idea as “disheartening.”…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nightdive-studios-ceo-calls-nintendo-switch-2s-game-key-cards-disheartening-for-game-preservation/feed/ 0 Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2 Will Be Better Than PS4 and Xbox One Versions https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-switch-2-will-be-better-than-ps4-and-xbox-one-versions/ https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-switch-2-will-be-better-than-ps4-and-xbox-one-versions/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:01:15 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610531 On June 5, Nintendo will release its highly anticipated new console, the Switch 2. One of its launch games will be Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, the popular action RPG by CD Projekt. Originally released in 2020, this new version will include the original game and the praised Phantom Liberty expansion. Now, new details about this version have emerged. CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-switch-2-will-be-better-than-ps4-and-xbox-one-versions/feed/ 0 Speedrunner Completes Zelda: Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch 2 in Just Seven Minutes https://www.eteknix.com/speedrunner-completes-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-for-nintendo-switch-2-in-just-seven-minutes/ https://www.eteknix.com/speedrunner-completes-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-for-nintendo-switch-2-in-just-seven-minutes/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:38:57 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610525 At a recent Nintendo event in Tokyo, a speedrunner completed The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch 2 in just seven minutes. However, this wasn’t the full game. Attendees were allowed to choose from several saved game files for their demo. Ikaboze, the content creator who completed the game, selected a save placed just before the final battle with Ganon.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/speedrunner-completes-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-for-nintendo-switch-2-in-just-seven-minutes/feed/ 0 Only 3% of Japanese Want Nintendo Switch 2 Without Regional Lock, Survey Finds https://www.eteknix.com/only-3-of-japanese-want-nintendo-switch-2-without-regional-lock-survey-finds/ https://www.eteknix.com/only-3-of-japanese-want-nintendo-switch-2-without-regional-lock-survey-finds/#respond Sun, 27 Apr 2025 09:38:40 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610452 A recent survey conducted in Japan about those planning to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch reveals that only 3% of the people surveyed prefer the version without regional lock. This version would allow users to play games from outside Japan, while the region-locked model restricts them to games sold in Japan only. The main reason for this preference is simple: the region-locked version is…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/only-3-of-japanese-want-nintendo-switch-2-without-regional-lock-survey-finds/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Game Sizes Revealed: Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, Mario Kart, and More https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-game-sizes-revealed-cyberpunk-2077-fortnite-mario-kart-and-more/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-game-sizes-revealed-cyberpunk-2077-fortnite-mario-kart-and-more/#respond Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:46:07 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610279 As we get closer to the release of Nintendo Switch 2, new details about the console and its launch lineup are being revealed. One of the latest discoveries comes from the eShop, where the sizes of several third-party games, including Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, and Split Fiction, as well as upgrade packs for Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-game-sizes-revealed-cyberpunk-2077-fortnite-mario-kart-and-more/feed/ 0 Hogwarts Legacy for Nintendo Switch 2 Will Use Next-Generation Assets https://www.eteknix.com/hogwarts-legacy-for-nintendo-switch-2-will-use-next-generation-assets/ https://www.eteknix.com/hogwarts-legacy-for-nintendo-switch-2-will-use-next-generation-assets/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:18:25 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610007 The developers at Avalanche Software have announced that Hogwarts Legacy for Nintendo Switch 2 will use next-generation assets, the same ones seen on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This means it won’t be just a simple conversion from the Nintendo Switch version. Instead, it will offer a renewed technical experience, in line with the features available on the latest generation platforms.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/hogwarts-legacy-for-nintendo-switch-2-will-use-next-generation-assets/feed/ 0 Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2 Appears to Be Using NVIDIA DLSS With Remarkable Graphics Quality https://www.eteknix.com/street-fighter-6-on-switch-2-appears-to-be-using-nvidia-dlss-with-remarkable-graphics-quality/ https://www.eteknix.com/street-fighter-6-on-switch-2-appears-to-be-using-nvidia-dlss-with-remarkable-graphics-quality/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:11:29 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610003 The discussion around whether the new Nintendo Switch 2 will feature NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) in its games is evolving quickly. Recently, it has been revealed that Street Fighter 6 may use this technology on the new console, and it looks like it brings impressive graphical quality. This information comes from Digital Foundry, a site known for its detailed technical analysis.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/street-fighter-6-on-switch-2-appears-to-be-using-nvidia-dlss-with-remarkable-graphics-quality/feed/ 0 No Price Increases for Nintendo Switch 2 and Games in the USA, But Some Accessories Will Get More Expensive https://www.eteknix.com/no-price-increases-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-games-in-the-usa-but-some-accessories-will-get-more-expensive/ https://www.eteknix.com/no-price-increases-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-games-in-the-usa-but-some-accessories-will-get-more-expensive/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:32:52 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609803 Nintendo has announced that preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will start on April 24 in the United States. The company also confirmed that the prices of the console and games will remain the same as initially announced, despite the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. However, some accessories will see a price increase. As you may know, Nintendo was forced to delay the preorder dates for the…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/no-price-increases-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-games-in-the-usa-but-some-accessories-will-get-more-expensive/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Demand in Japan Sparks Nationwide Shortage of MicroSD Express Cards https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-demand-in-japan-sparks-nationwide-shortage-of-microsd-express-cards/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-demand-in-japan-sparks-nationwide-shortage-of-microsd-express-cards/#respond Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:02:41 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609151 The Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the most highly anticipated products in Japan. While there’s no official data yet on pre-orders for the console or its games, one thing is clear: a huge number of people are planning to buy it right away. This excitement is partly driven by the lower price of the Switch 2 in Japan compared to the rest of the world. One clear sign of this hype is that MicroSD…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-demand-in-japan-sparks-nationwide-shortage-of-microsd-express-cards/feed/ 0 Nintendo Is Stocking Up Switch 2 Units in the U.S. Despite Trump Tariff Concerns https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-stocking-up-switch-2-units-in-the-u-s-despite-trump-tariff-concerns/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-stocking-up-switch-2-units-in-the-u-s-despite-trump-tariff-concerns/#respond Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:56:10 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609148 Even though there’s a 90-day pause on new tariffs by Donald Trump, which was decided after market drops and pressure from big U.S. companies, Nintendo isn’t taking any chances. According to Bloomberg, the company has already shipped over 750,000 units of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 from Vietnam to the United States. One-third of all Switch 2 consoles are made in Vietnam, making it a key…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-stocking-up-switch-2-units-in-the-u-s-despite-trump-tariff-concerns/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch Games Could Run Better on Nintendo Switch 2 Even Without Updates https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-games-could-run-better-on-nintendo-switch-2-even-without-updates/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-games-could-run-better-on-nintendo-switch-2-even-without-updates/#respond Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:00:28 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608804 As many of you may know, some Nintendo Switch games will have a special Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. This means that they will receive an update to take advantage of the extra power of the new console. This update may include improvements like better graphics, new content, smoother gameplay, and higher resolution. However, some games might actually perform better on the new console even without any…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-games-could-run-better-on-nintendo-switch-2-even-without-updates/feed/ 0 Trump’s Tariffs Will Affect More Than Just Nintendo Switch 2, ESA Says https://www.eteknix.com/trumps-tariffs-will-affect-more-than-just-nintendo-switch-2-esa-says/ https://www.eteknix.com/trumps-tariffs-will-affect-more-than-just-nintendo-switch-2-esa-says/#respond Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:50:51 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608579 The recent tariffs announced by President Trump won’t just affect the Nintendo Switch 2. They are expected to have a serious impact on the entire video game market. The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) expressed great concern about this situation. According to ESA’s spokesperson (thanks IGN), Aubrey Quinn, “We really are, at this point, just watching and trying not to have knee-jerk…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/trumps-tariffs-will-affect-more-than-just-nintendo-switch-2-esa-says/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Appears to Be Sold Out at Many UK Retailers Shortly After Pre-Orders Open https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-appears-to-be-sold-out-at-many-uk-retailers-shortly-after-pre-orders-open/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-appears-to-be-sold-out-at-many-uk-retailers-shortly-after-pre-orders-open/#respond Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:42:59 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608576 The Nintendo Switch 2 seems to be doing very well in the market, which was expected due to the high demand. It has already become sold out at many retailers in the UK just after the pre-orders opened. This could be a temporary stock shortage while waiting for more units to arrive, as often happens with new product launches. However, several sources, including journalist Christopher Dring…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-appears-to-be-sold-out-at-many-uk-retailers-shortly-after-pre-orders-open/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Ditches OLED for LCD ‘After a Lot of Consideration’ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-ditches-oled-for-lcd-after-a-lot-of-consideration/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-ditches-oled-for-lcd-after-a-lot-of-consideration/#respond Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:03:13 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608476 One of the most talked-about topics before the official announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2 was the decision to switch back to an LCD screen rather than continuing with the OLED display used in the latest model of the Nintendo Switch. This choice seems to have come after “a lot of considerations” from the company. At first glance, returning to older technology may seem like a downgrade…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-ditches-oled-for-lcd-after-a-lot-of-consideration/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Was Almost Named ‘Super Nintendo Switch’ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-was-almost-named-super-nintendo-switch/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-was-almost-named-super-nintendo-switch/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:42:50 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608452 In a recent Q&A released after the latest Direct, Nintendo revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 was originally supposed to be named something else. The original idea was to call it the Super Nintendo Switch, drawing inspiration from the shift between the 8-bit NES and the 16-bit Super NES, where the name was upgraded to include “Super” in recognition of the improvements. However…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-was-almost-named-super-nintendo-switch/feed/ 0 Japanese Resellers Are Already Hoarding MicroSD Cards Compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/japanese-resellers-are-already-hoarding-microsd-cards-compatible-with-nintendo-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/japanese-resellers-are-already-hoarding-microsd-cards-compatible-with-nintendo-switch-2/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:32:01 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608444 As you may know, during the recent Nintendo Direct, which lasted about an hour, Nintendo revealed new details about the Nintendo Switch 2, including its release date of June 5. They also shared information about the console’s compatibility with MicroSD Express cards. However, regular MicroSD cards will not be supported, except for loading certain types of files, mainly images and videos.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/japanese-resellers-are-already-hoarding-microsd-cards-compatible-with-nintendo-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Battery Life Estimated to Be Lower Than the Original https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-battery-life-estimated-to-be-lower-than-the-original/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-battery-life-estimated-to-be-lower-than-the-original/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:49:32 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608314 The official details about Nintendo Switch 2 reveal the estimated battery life of the new console, and it seems that it could be lower than the original Nintendo Switch. This is based on available information, but the estimates are quite vague as battery consumption can vary depending on many factors, especially when it comes to a gaming console. Therefore, it is hard to give exact numbers…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-battery-life-estimated-to-be-lower-than-the-original/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2: Old Joy-Con and Pro Controllers Are Compatible – But Not All Accessories Make the Cut https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-old-joy-con-and-pro-controllers-are-compatible-but-not-all-accessories-make-the-cut/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-old-joy-con-and-pro-controllers-are-compatible-but-not-all-accessories-make-the-cut/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:08:46 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608306 When moving from one generation of consoles to another, it’s not always guaranteed that old accessories will work with the new system. So, do old Joy-Con, Pro Controllers, and other accessories from the first Nintendo Switch work on Nintendo Switch 2? The official compatibility table confirms the answer, and it’s good news for many players. For a lot of users, this question is important…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-old-joy-con-and-pro-controllers-are-compatible-but-not-all-accessories-make-the-cut/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Physical Games Cost More, But Some Still Require a Digital Download https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-physical-games-cost-more-but-some-still-require-a-digital-download/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-physical-games-cost-more-but-some-still-require-a-digital-download/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:03:26 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608302 A surprising situation has emerged from Nintendo‘s official support pages about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. It turns out that some physical games sold on cartridges still require a digital download, even though physical versions now cost more. This is not something that applies to all games—it’s a specific case, though it’s not completely new. Even on the current Nintendo Switch…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-physical-games-cost-more-but-some-still-require-a-digital-download/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Official Release Date and Price Announced During Direct https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-official-release-date-and-price-announced-during-direct/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-official-release-date-and-price-announced-during-direct/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:12:42 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608299 During today’s Nintendo Direct, the official release date for the Nintendo Switch 2 was announced. The highly anticipated new console from Nintendo will be available worldwide on June 5, 2025. In addition, the price was revealed to be $449.99 USD. This announcement came with many exciting details about the upcoming console. The official release date and price were crucial pieces of…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-official-release-date-and-price-announced-during-direct/feed/ 0 Nintendo Explains Why Switch 2 is Backward Compatible https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-explains-why-switch-2-is-backward-compatible/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-explains-why-switch-2-is-backward-compatible/#respond Sat, 18 Jan 2025 18:22:16 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599653 Nintendo has confirmed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature backward compatibility, allowing users to play games from the original Nintendo Switch. While this decision might seem expected, it marks a significant step for the company, especially considering how past transitions (like from Wii U discs to Switch cartridges) did not support backward compatibility.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-explains-why-switch-2-is-backward-compatible/feed/ 0 Switch 2 Trailer Breaks Records, Surpassing PS5 Reveal with Over 17M Views in 48 Hours https://www.eteknix.com/switch-2-trailer-breaks-records-surpassing-ps5-reveal-with-over-17m-views-in-48-hours/ https://www.eteknix.com/switch-2-trailer-breaks-records-surpassing-ps5-reveal-with-over-17m-views-in-48-hours/#respond Sat, 18 Jan 2025 18:16:28 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599650 The trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 has outperformed the PlayStation 5 reveal on YouTube. Within 48 hours of its release on the official Nintendo of America channel, the trailer amassed over 17 million views. In comparison, the PlayStation 5 trailer, released in 2020, garnered approximately 13.3 million views in the same timeframe. However, the original Nintendo Switch trailer remains the most…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/switch-2-trailer-breaks-records-surpassing-ps5-reveal-with-over-17m-views-in-48-hours/feed/ 0 Analysts Predict Strong Demand for Switch 2 But Doubt It Will Surpass Original’s Success https://www.eteknix.com/analysts-predict-strong-demand-for-switch-2-but-doubt-it-will-surpass-originals-success/ https://www.eteknix.com/analysts-predict-strong-demand-for-switch-2-but-doubt-it-will-surpass-originals-success/#respond Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:11:50 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599506 Analysts have shared their insights on the potential success of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to be a larger and more powerful iteration of the current console. While there is optimism about its performance, some concerns remain about whether it will surpass the original Switch in terms of sales. Joost van Dreunen of NYU Stern believes that Nintendo will continue…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/analysts-predict-strong-demand-for-switch-2-but-doubt-it-will-surpass-originals-success/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement Sends Stock Prices to 52-Week High https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-announcement-sends-stock-prices-to-52-week-high/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-announcement-sends-stock-prices-to-52-week-high/#respond Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:52:48 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599496 The announcement of Nintendo Switch 2 and the positive reception of its first trailer have significantly impacted the company’s financial performance. As reported by Serkan Toto of Kantan Games (thanks VGC), Nintendo’s share price surged to $15.77 upon the stock market opening, marking the highest level recorded in the last 52 weeks. This sharp rise followed the console’s reveal…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-announcement-sends-stock-prices-to-52-week-high/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Expected to Sell Over 20M Units in Its First Year, Analyst Predicts https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-expected-to-sell-over-20m-units-in-its-first-year-analyst-predicts/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-expected-to-sell-over-20m-units-in-its-first-year-analyst-predicts/#respond Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:44:16 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599357 Nintendo has officially revealed the Nintendo Switch 2 after months of rumors and speculation. The console was unveiled in a presentation trailer, and Nintendo announced that a Nintendo Direct will take place on April 2 to provide more details about the console, its games, and possibly its release date. It is anticipated that the console might launch in June, as several hands-on events are…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-expected-to-sell-over-20m-units-in-its-first-year-analyst-predicts/feed/ 0 Switch 2 Announced; Backward Compatibility Confirmed, But Not Fully Guaranteed https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-announced-backward-compatibility-confirmed-but-not-fully-guaranteed/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-announced-backward-compatibility-confirmed-but-not-fully-guaranteed/#respond Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:38:03 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599353 Nintendo Switch 2 has been officially unveiled, and fans have now gotten a look at the hardware. During the presentation, Nintendo didn’t provide extensive details about the console’s features, but it did confirm one key aspect: backward compatibility with the original Nintendo Switch. The new console is largely compatible with games from the previous platform, allowing players to use…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-announced-backward-compatibility-confirmed-but-not-fully-guaranteed/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 First Look Trailer Released! https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-first-look-trailer-released/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-first-look-trailer-released/#respond Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:15:39 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599284 It’s official, Nintendo has revealed the Nintendo Switch 2, and it’s exactly what we all expected. It’s bigger, faster (obviously), and just a bit nicer overall. “Introducing Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to Nintendo Switch, releasing in 2025.” is just about the only thing Nintendo has told us about it thus far, but it’s clear that more details are to follow. While a lot has leaked…

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