Nintendo's Next Big Console Update: What to Expect

Forget CES 2025, the real buzz is about Nintendo's next console update. According to insiders, January 16 could be the big day. But don't hold your breath for a massive keynote. Instead, expect bits of info leaking out like a Nintendo Direct. Here's what we know so far: the Switch 2 will definitely play your old Switch games, which is great for the 150 million Switch owners out there. But how big an upgrade is it? Don't expect a massive leap like the PlayStation. After all, the Switch scored big with its unique design and games after the Wii U miss. The new one will be faster, but don't expect Nintendo to out-tech Sony.

Rumors say we might get larger, magnetic Joy-Cons and a bigger screen. The Switch family has had some upgrades before, with the Switch Lite and OLED models. But what really matters is what new games will come out to show off this new console. After all, games are what make a system, right? So, keep an eye out this week for any hints from Nintendo.

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