The original Nintendo Switch completely changed the gaming experience with a huge game library and the ability to switch (pun intended) between home and handheld play. Now that rumors and leaks are coming out about the Nintendo Switch 2, people are wondering if there might be another shift in the gaming industry. 

Whether you’re a die-hard Nintendo fan or a casual gamer, here are 9 reasons to look forward to this new console.

  1. A longer battery life

A handheld gaming console is only as portable as the life of the battery. The original Nintendo Switch had a decent battery life, but it wasn’t enough. With the Nintendo Switch 2, that’s changing. The internals are being upgraded with smarter power management technology and it’s expected to provide longer play sessions. Whether you’re on a road trip, waiting to catch a flight, or camping, this is a huge win.

Still, it doesn’t hurt to carry a small battery bank you can use to get more juice on the go. You don’t need to bring a full-sized power bank like you’d bring on a camping trip. Just get a Nintendo Switch 2 case built for impact, and put your console and battery bank in a soft-sided carrying case and you’ll be prepared to recharge anywhere.

  1. Backward compatibility

It’s always unfortunate when game companies upgrade their consoles and make previously released games incompatible. You won’t have to worry about this with the new Nintendo Switch 2 because it’s rumored to be backward compatible with all the original games, including Breath of the Wild and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. This means you’ll have access to a large game library from day one.

  1. A bigger, better display

The 720p handheld days are over. Nintendo is finally stepping into full HD clarity with an 8-inch, 1080p HD screen. Your gaming sessions will look amazing, especially when playing games with rich worlds and detailed art styles like Xenoblade and Metroid Prime.

  1. Better performance

Every upgrade should come with better performance, and the Nintendo Switch 2 won’t disappoint. While the original console struggled to keep up while docked, the new one will do just fine. According to leaks, the Switch 2 comes equipped with a powerful NVIDIA chip that offers higher frame rates and lightning-fast load times.

  1. Magnetic Joy-Cons

The standard Joy-Cons that use rails are prone to wearing out fast, but the Nintendo Switch 2 is said to come with ergonomic Joy-Cons that magnetically snap onto the console for better durability.

  1. Cloud-based support

The future of technology really does lie within the cloud. Nintendo is finally catching up to this fact by including cloud streaming options for the Switch 2. This means getting potential access to games that demand a lot of computing resources, faster patch delivery, and off-device storage. This opens up a world of possibilities.

  1. DLSS technolog

NVIDIA’s DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) technology allows for high-resolution visuals without draining the battery or needing massive GPU power. It’s essentially smart technology for a better gaming experience.

  1. Heavy-hitters from day one

Nintendo Switch originally rose to fame in 2017 with Breath of the Wild, hitting it out of the park. Now, insiders are expecting Nintendo to launch the Switch 2 with a spinoff of Zelda and Metroid Prime 4. It’s been six years since Metroid Prime 4 was announced, and it looks like it’s finally about to drop. Metroid Prime 4 is a first-person adventure that Nintendo fans have been begging for, and it’s the perfect game to showcase the console’s upgraded performance capabilities and screen resolution. The Switch 2 could be one of Nintendo’s best launches yet.

  1. Built-in streaming and content creation features

Rumor has it, the Nintendo Switch 2 may come with built-in features for capturing gameplay, editing clips, and streaming directly to platforms like Twitch or YouTube without third-party tools. Now that content creation has become a huge part of gaming culture, it makes sense for Nintendo to join the ranks of Sony and Microsoft. For Nintendo fans still on the fence, this could be the deciding factor.

Nintendo Switch 2 is the next evolution in gaming

For die-hard Nintendo fans, the release of the Switch 2 is long-awaited. Nintendo isn’t trying to outdo Xbox or Playstation in terms of power. That’s never been their game. Nintendo thinks outside the box, and that’s exactly what the Switch 2 is bringing to the table. By combining familiar Nintendo magic with smart upgrades, this release means more play time and better graphics that just might dominate this decade.