Nintendo Confirms New Console Reveal Coming in 2024, Ending Switch’s Seven-Year Reign

After months of speculation and steadily mounting rumors, Nintendo has officially confirmed that it will unveil its next-generation console later this year. The announcement came from Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa during the company’s latest financial briefing, marking the first formal acknowledgment of the long-anticipated successor to the Nintendo Switch since its launch in 2017.

“This will be the first announcement regarding our next gaming system since the Switch,” Furukawa stated. “We will share further details within this fiscal year.” That places the earliest likely reveal window sometime between now and March 2025, though insiders expect a dedicated showcase before the end of 2024.

The Nintendo Switch has enjoyed remarkable longevity and unprecedented success, selling over 139 million units worldwide and ushering in a new era of hybrid gaming. But with technological limitations becoming increasingly apparent — especially as rivals like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X push the envelope in power and performance — fans and developers alike have been eager to see what Nintendo has in store next.

Industry analysts predict the new device will retain hybrid functionality, given the Switch’s popularity, but will also introduce significant hardware upgrades. Leaks and patent filings suggest features such as improved Joy-Con attachments, a possible camera component, and backward compatibility are on the table. However, Nintendo has yet to confirm any specs, games, or price points.

Adding fuel to the fire, Nintendo has planned a June Direct presentation, though Furukawa made clear that it will focus solely on the Switch’s remaining 2024 lineup, with no mention of the new console during that event.

Still, the confirmation alone is enough to send shockwaves through the gaming industry. Studios now have a timeline, fans have a reason to get excited, and Nintendo has set the stage for what could be another innovative disruption to the console market.

Whether it’s dubbed the “Switch 2” or takes a completely new direction, Nintendo’s next move will be watched closely — and 2024 is officially the year we find out what’s next.