Product Overview & Pricing - Nintendo Switch 2 (450 USD) is anticipated as the most exciting game console of 2025 [1] - Mario Kart World costs 80 USD separately, or 50 USD more when bundled with the console [1] - The Switch 2 Pro controller is priced at 85 USD, the Switch 2 camera at 55 USD, and the Joy-Con 2 wheels at 25 USD [1] Design & Features - The Switch 2 uses a magnetic snap for Joy-Cons attachment [4] - The Switch 2 dock is larger than the original Switch dock [3] - The Pro Controller includes programmable grip buttons, improved haptics, and a microphone, but lacks analog triggers [8][9] - The Switch 2 features an 8-inch screen [13] Software & Gaming - Mario Kart World supports 24-player multiplayer [15] - Game Chat, a new multiplayer audio and video feature, requires phone number authentication [16] - System transfer from the original Nintendo Switch is possible, but it wipes the data from the old console [19][21] Market Perspective - The industry views the Switch 2 as a sequel to the original Switch, rather than a completely new product [12] - The availability of Switch 2 is limited at launch, and the industry suggests it's acceptable to wait before purchasing [23]