From the official announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2dozens of Guatemalans fans of this console have been attentive to its launch. This new version represents a significant evolution with respect to the original model, launched in 2017, which arrived in Guatemala in June, after its international premiere.
Among the main novelties of this console are magnetic Joy-Con controls, which can also be used as a mouse, and a new functionality: button C, which will allow players to interact with other users during the game experience.
The Japanese Nintendo company, based in Tokyo, confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 It will officially go on sale on June 5 in its main international stores. However, this announcement generated uncertainty among Guatemalan players regarding the exact date of the console to the country.
The company’s statement indicated that the estimated price of the console will be US $ 450 and that a special package will also be available that includes a new version of Mario Kart, with an approximate value of US $ 500.
Free Press consulted official distributors in Guatemala, who indicated that the console could be available in the country from the second week of June, with a price range between Q5 200 and Q5 700, depending on the chain and whether the purchase includes the unpublished video game.
Some stores have sought to strengthen links with Nintendo to try to launch the console in Guatemala the same day of the international premiere. This interest was strengthened since April 2, the date on which the first images and official characteristics of the console were revealed.
Stores like Max have announced that they will receive the Nintendo Switch 2 in June and have enabled registration forms so that interested clients receive notifications on the exact date of income. Meanwhile, chains such as Pan American Electronics and Electra have indicated in their official pages that will announce the day it will be available in store.
For their part, other electronic chains have already started the process section. Pages like gangs videogames have announced in their official place the sale of the console at a price of Q5 200 in presale, and that could reach the country between five and seven days after the launch.
Meanwhile, minor stores have indicated that the console could be available from June 12 to 15 with a price higher than Q5 000. The final cost could vary according to logistics and availability conditions.
Characteristics of the Nintendo Switch 2
During its official presentation, the Japanese Nintendo company revealed the characteristics of its new commitment to the world of video games: the Nintendo Switch 2, a console that seeks to redefine the hybrid game experience through technological advances and new forms of connectivity.
One of the most innovative elements is the incorporation of magnetic Joy-Con controls, which not only offer greater precision, but can be used as a mouse, which expands the functionality of the console beyond the playful field. To this is added the arrival of button C, an unpublished function that will allow players to activate the voice chat and perform real -time video calls without leaving the game.
In the technical section, the Switch 2 multiplies by eight the storage capacity of its predecessor, having 256 GB of internal memory. This feature makes it a more suitable console for large games. It also highlights its 7.9 -inch screen with HDR technology, twice the resolution and support for up to 120 frames per second, which offers a more fluid and enveloping visual experience.
The design maintains the original 13.9 millimeter thickness, but incorporates two USB type C ports, which extend the connectivity options.
For its part, the new Dock has been completely redesigned to offer 4K quality output. It also includes an improved ventilation system with high performance fans, which prevents overheating during prolonged sessions, according to the Nintendo development team.
Nintendo Switch 2 not only aims to improve performance, but also to strengthen the community of players with real -time interaction tools and a visual experience at the height of the new generation.