Rumor: Details about the new Nintendo Switch 2: possible announcement window, Joy-Con solution and charging system –

Every week that goes by in 2024 without Nintendo announcing the next console increases tension among gamers and internet rumormongers. However, alleged spec and image leaks have skyrocketed in recent weeks, and all signs point to an announcement in the coming weeks.

As we always say, this is unconfirmed, however Ruben Mercado, CEO of Bladea company that produces third-party accessories for gaming consoles (e.g. grips for PS5 and the current Nintendo Switch) appeared on Vandal Radio and revealed information from its close sources about some features of the Nintendo Switch 2.

First, Mercado would confirm that the The new Joy-Con will feature a magnetic connection system with the console. This may be a concern for some players as they believe it could cause controller connection issues. However, according to Mercado, Nintendo has found a locking solution to prevent it from dropping or disconnecting.

He also doubts alleged image leaks that we have seen in recent weeks that relate to the joystick design and that several Chinese manufacturers have told him that it is not possible to produce protective grips for the sticks, without reason to reveal it for this. The Charging system would have an alternative on the top of the console thanks to a USB-C port.

The conversation then turned to the announcement window and potential price of the Switch 2. Mercado points out that while Nintendo can make a surprise announcement whenever it wants, this is the norm The reason this type of announcement could boost a Japanese company’s stock price is that it typically occurs six months before the product launch. With the market indicating that the console would already be ready and efforts now to accumulate enough stock for a simultaneous global launch, Blade’s CEO believes it could take place in November, although he then also estimates that October is possible . Finally he presents it The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 is between 400 and 500 euros.

Once again, Nintendo has shown throughout history that its big announcements are thoughtful and measured. Therefore, we hope that some of this information will be confirmed or denied as soon as possible, because this will also put us on the path we have all been hoping for: the wait to go to the nearest trusted retailer to get our next Nintendo console buy.