According to the latest news, Nintendo is about to launch a new generation of game console Switch 2, equipped with a larger 8-inch screen and stronger performance upgrades. It also has an improved magnetic module design for the Joy-Con handles. It is rumored that it will be released in March next year and will cost $400. (Preliminary summary: The first Solana-based game handheld PSG1 is here. What are its features? Can it be airdropped?) (Background supplement: Switch handheld experience is on the chain? Chain game HypeSaints may become a cutting-edge DePIN game) According to foreign media VGC A video with Chinese technology KOL Xiao Ningzi revealed that Nintendo’s new console Switch 2 will be officially released soon. Perhaps because they don’t want the PS5 Pro to steal the market focus, they are preparing to release the Switch 2 in advance. Design changes and functional upgrades According to the community, Switch 2 will be equipped with 12GB of RAM (a significant increase compared to the 4GB of the original Switch), the internal storage capacity will be expanded to 256GB (the original is 32GB), and it will support HDMI 2.1 connection technology. In addition, although this model has a similar appearance to the current Switch, the SL/SR buttons and front LED display lights of the controller have been modified to further enhance the user experience. Image source: @Andy_VGC The above industrial design drawing of Switch 2 is rumored to come from the Chinese community. It can be seen that in addition to the update of the magnetic suction module on the controller, Switch 2 also has a new one under the Home button of the right Joy-Con handle. A button has been added, and new buttons have appeared near the ZR and ZL buttons, but the specific functions have not yet been disclosed. In addition, the USB-C port is still retained at the bottom of the host, and an additional USB-C port is added on the left side of the game card slot, which may be used for connecting more external devices or expanding functions. Performance leap and expected launch time: It has been seven years since the Nintendo Switch came out. With the news that the new console is about to be launched, market players are looking forward to it. Dr. Serkan Toto, CEO of Kantan Games, a Tokyo-based game industry consulting company, predicts that the price of Switch 2 may be set at US$400 (about NT$13,000), which is US$100 higher than the original Switch. At the same time, the new game price is likely to be consistent with the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, adopting a $70 pricing strategy. According to previous reports from VGC, Nintendo originally planned to launch this year, but decided internally to postpone the time to early 2025.While rumors suggest the console could be unveiled at the end of September, with an official launch in March 2025. All current information is only based on Internet revelations and market speculation, and specific details still need to wait for final confirmation from Nintendo officials. As the launch of Switch 2 approaches, it remains to be seen how this new game console will change the market landscape. Related reports: The first Solana-based game console PSG1 is here, what are its features? Can an ambush airdrop be used? Sui launches handheld game console SuiPlay0x1: "Based on Steam Deck" 599 mg will give you NFT, can you ambush airdrops? Switch handheld experience on the chain? Chain game HypeSaints may become a cutting-edge game for DePIN〈Switch 2 latest spy photos leaked: four major upgrades, selling price of US$400, rumored to be launched in Q1 next year〉This article was first published in DongZu BlockTempo "DongZu DongTren-the most influential Blockchain News Media”.