Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Welcome Tour and Upcoming Release

Nintendo has dropped a new trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour—an interactive exhibit designed to showcase the upcoming console and its features.

Watch the Overview Trailer

Nintendo released an overview trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour on Wednesday. The video offers a look into what players can expect from the exhibit.

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You can watch the trailer here.

What Is the Welcome Tour?

The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour is a virtual experience that allows players to explore the new console digitally. Key features include:

Interactive areas: Explore 12 different zones within the game.
Features highlight: Discover new controller designs such as magnetic Joy-Con 2 and mouse controls.
Mini-games and tech demos: Play games like "Speed Golf" using mouse and gyroscope controls.
Hidden stamps: Find parts of the console hidden throughout the tour.

The game provides an engaging way for players to learn about the system’s capabilities before its official launch.

System Highlights Preview

The trailer showcases several features, including:

Mouse controls integrated with Joy-Con
Enhanced HD Rumble
A variety of mini-games (20 in total)

Launch Details

The Nintendo Switch 2 system was officially unveiled by Nintendo on January 16.
The console is set to launch in multiple countries, including the United States and Japan, on June 5.
Nintendo predicts sales of 15 million units by the end of the fiscal year (March 31, 2026).

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