Nintendo has not announced a Switch 2 with an OLED display

As of now, Nintendo has not confirmed plans for a second-generation Switch console with an OLED screen. The company released the standard Switch OLED model in October 2021 as an upgrade to the original 2017 Switch, but that remains the current OLED option in the Switch family. Nintendo's official statements have not mentioned a "Switch 2" in any form — OLED or otherwise.

What exists today is the Switch OLED (the upgraded version), the Switch Lite (a handheld-only model), and the original Switch. If you are deciding which Switch to buy right now, you are choosing between these three. Waiting for a product Nintendo has not announced means waiting indefinitely with no confirmed release date or specifications.

Key Takeaways

  • Nintendo has made no official announcement about a Switch 2, whether OLED or standard display.
  • The Switch OLED model released in 2021 is the current premium option and remains the newest Switch hardware Nintendo sells.
  • Rumors about future Nintendo consoles circulate constantly online, but rumors are not the same as confirmed information from Nintendo.
  • If you need a Switch now, the OLED model is the best current choice; waiting for unannounced hardware means your purchase is indefinitely delayed.

What Nintendo has actually released in the Switch family

Nintendo released three distinct Switch models: the original Switch (2017), the Switch Lite (2019), and the Switch OLED (2021). The OLED model is the most recent hardware revision and includes a larger 7-inch OLED screen compared to the original's 6.2-inch LCD screen, better speakers, and a wider kickstand. It costs more than the other two models but offers the best display quality in the current Switch lineup.

The Switch Lite is a handheld-only device with no TV dock and a smaller screen — it cannot connect to a television. The original Switch sits between the two in price and features. All three models play the same games and use the same game cartridges, so your game library works on whichever model you own.

Why people speculate about a Switch 2

The Switch launched in 2017, which means it is now several years old by console standards. Typically, Nintendo releases a new console generation every five to seven years. This timeline has led to widespread speculation online about what comes next, with some people guessing it might include an OLED screen since that was added to the current generation.

However, speculation and rumors are not announcements. Tech blogs, YouTube channels, and gaming forums regularly publish guesses about future products, but none of these sources have inside information from Nintendo. When Nintendo is ready to announce a new console, the company will make an official statement — not a leak, not a rumor, but a direct announcement from Nintendo itself.

How to know when Nintendo announces something new

Nintendo announces major hardware releases through its official channels: the Nintendo website, Nintendo's social media accounts (Twitter/X, YouTube), and sometimes through a Nintendo Direct presentation (a video broadcast where the company shows upcoming games and hardware). You do not need to follow rumors or speculation — you only need to watch Nintendo's official sources.

If you subscribe to Nintendo's official social media or check their website monthly, you will see any new console announcement the same day it happens. Gaming news sites will also report it when ready, so you cannot miss a real announcement by accident.

What to do if you want a Switch right now

If you are ready to buy a Switch today, the OLED model is the current best choice for most people. It has the best screen, the largest display size, and the newest hardware. The Switch Lite costs less but cannot connect to a TV. The original Switch is harder to find new and offers no advantage over the OLED model.

All three models play the same games, so your choice comes down to how you want to play. If you primarily play handheld and want to save money, the Lite works well. If you want the best display and plan to use the TV dock, the OLED model is worth the extra cost. Neither choice becomes wrong if a new console is announced later — your games and accessories continue to work, and the Switch will still be a functional device.

The risk of waiting for unannounced hardware

Waiting for a product that has not been announced means you could wait months or years with no may provide anything is coming. Even if Nintendo does release a new console eventually, the current Switch will still work and play games. You are not losing access to anything by buying a Switch today.

The only real downside to buying now is that a new console might launch in the future and offer features you wish you had waited for. But that is true of any electronics purchase — a better phone, a better laptop, or a better TV will always be coming eventually. If you want to play Switch games now, buying now makes sense. If you can wait indefinitely without playing, then waiting costs you nothing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has Nintendo said anything about a Switch 2?

No. Nintendo has not confirmed a Switch 2 or any new console. The company has made statements saying it is still focused on the current Switch and has no when ready plans to announce a successor, but this can change. Official announcements come from Nintendo directly, not from rumors or leaks.

Is the Switch OLED worth buying if a new console might come out?

Yes. The Switch OLED plays all current Switch games and will continue to do so regardless of what Nintendo releases next. If you want to play Switch games now, the OLED model is the best current option. Waiting for an unannounced product means delaying your purchase indefinitely.

Where should I watch for Nintendo announcements?

Check Nintendo's official website, Nintendo's Twitter/X account, and Nintendo's YouTube channel. Nintendo Direct presentations (video broadcasts) are also where the company announces major hardware. You do not need to follow gaming blogs or rumors — official sources will have the news first.

If I buy a Switch now, will my games work on a Switch 2?

Nintendo has not said. Historically, Nintendo consoles do not play games from previous generations (a Game Boy game does not work on a DS, a DS game does not work on a 3DS). If a Switch 2 exists and does not play Switch games, your current library would not transfer. This is another reason not to wait for unannounced hardware.