Nintendo has revealed that the Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025, and will introduce new features aimed at enhancing connectivity for gamers, including interactive chat and screen-sharing functions.

During its 60-minute Nintendo Direct event, the company showcased a brighter, larger display on the Switch 2 and announced a range of games that will be available at launch.

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A key update is the new “C” button on the Joy-Con controller, which will activate a “GameChat” feature, enabling players to communicate with friends and family during gameplay and share their game screens. The system will also include a built-in microphone for chatting with others online.

Another notable innovation is the ability to use the Joy-Con controllers like a computer mouse. The developers demonstrated how this feature could be used in various games, such as adjusting a golf club’s angle in a golf game.

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The presentation also featured a first look at a new Mario Kart game, where in-game characters performed flips, tricks, and rail grinds. Additionally, Nintendo unveiled a new James Bond game, Project 007, inspired by the classic Nintendo 64 first-person shooter loved by fans.

The Switch 2 will support backward compatibility, allowing it to play both physical and digital Switch games. However, users will need to purchase a new type of SD memory card, as standard SD cards will not be compatible with the system. Data from the original Switch can still be transferred to the new console.

To promote the launch, Nintendo will host “Switch 2 Experience” events in several cities, including Los Angeles, New York, London, and Paris, starting this month.